Mike Dreitzer knew from experience that Nevada always lagged behind other states when it came to getting new games and technology onto casino floors.
It’s why one of his initial acts after becoming chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board this summer was to institute changes to the agency’s test lab procedures that allowed for a quicker approval process.
“I think it’s important for regulators in any jurisdiction to work at a faster pace,” said Dreitzer, 54. “When it came to lab matters and gaming technology, we weren’t moving at the speed of business.”
The Nevada Independent checked in with Dreitzer six months after he took over as the state’s top gaming regulator. He took an unusual path, from CEO of a gaming equipment company to state service that is often lower paid.
