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2025 Schedule

Rising Costs, Shrinking Margins: What the New Economic Reality Means for Suppliers and Operators

Apr 01, 2025
25 A
Emerging Trends

The re-election of President Donald Trump is reshaping the economic landscape for companies doing business in gaming. New tariffs, shifting trade policies, and regulatory uncertainty are driving up costs for technology, gaming equipment, food and beverage, and other critical services. This session will explore the current and future ramifications of these changes, examining how rising expenses, supply chain disruptions, and policy shifts are impacting vendors, suppliers, and operators working with tribal gaming enterprises. 

Moderators
Daron Dorsey
Daron Dorsey, President/CEO - AGEM
Speakers
Nicole Porpiglia
Nicole Porpiglia, Managing Director, International Tax, Trade & Customs - KPMG LLP
Christopher Toy
Christopher Toy, Senior Manager Customer Engagement - Hilton Supply Management
MIchael Olujic
MIchael Olujic, General Manager - Tachi Palace Casino
Carl Long
Carl Long, President/CEO - PMI-Tribal Services

Sponsored by:

Hilton Supply Management