Raving NEXT: Casino Strategy & Operations Summit on Tuesday announced the schedule for its virtual conference February 2-3.
Raving NEXT is a free, two-day virtual experience for gaming, hospitality and tribal leaders. According to a news release, the goal is to make the summit accessible to every casino operator, hospitality professional, and future leader. Live sessions are free, with upgrades available to a VIP Pass for on-demand access to session recordings, the 2027 Industry Insights Report, and exclusive downloadable materials.
Announced speakers include:
- Deana Scott – CEO & owner, Raving
- Deb Hilgeman – Raving senior partner – market research
- Danielle Finn – University of Nevada, Las Vegas program director of the Indian Nations Gaming & Governance Program
- John Lyden – Chinook Winds Casino Resort director of finance
- Jake Godin – Mole Lake Casino Lodge event center director of data analytics
- Zephyr Krapfel – Rolling Hills Casino and Resort director of human resources
- Bashar Wali – This Assembly founder and CEO
- Kevin Parker – Raving partner, Casino Operations, Table Games and Gaming Technology
- Antonio Perez – Rivers Casino Portsmouth general manager
- Joe Nayquonabe – Eagle Casino & Resort CEO
- Janet Hawk – Raving vice president – player development and guest experience
To register: RAVING NEXT: ATTENDEE 2027

