Winter 2025 Sponsored By Introduction to the Winter 2025 Issue Cover Story Feature Story: Interview with Erica M. Pinto, Chairwoman, Jamul Indian Village Highlights & Opinions Dream Big: Supporting the Next Generation of Tribal Change Makers in Washington State Forest Restoration Helps Preserve Tribal Traditions OIGA Winter 2025 Update National Native American Human Resources Association (NNAHRA) Winter 2025 Update California Nations Indian Gaming Winter 2025 Update Cultural Interpretation: Prioritizing Tribal Members Articles Hospitality Trends, Fads, Shifts or Don’t Even Go There? By Brett Magnan How Oneida is Laying the Foundation for the Seventh Generation By Ben Rechkemmer Feature Story: Interview with Erica M. Pinto, Chairwoman, Jamul Indian Village By Christine Faria The Inflation Reduction Act: Benefits for Native American Tribes By Thomas Miller Why the Philosophy of “Everyone Sells” is Key By Janet Hawk How It’s Done: Casino Sports Sponsorships Part II By Tom Osiecki Elevating Guest Experience in Hospitality By Steve Dahle Why Your Casino Needs a Strong Entertainment Program By Houston Productions Raising the Stakes: An Unprecedented Year for AML Enforcement in the Gaming Industry By Derek Ramm Keys to Engaging Locals and Reaching New Audiences By Justin Shank An Open Letter to the Gaming Industry By Steve Browne How Styles of Communication Brings Us Together Or Pushes Us Away By Stephanie Somanchi Empowering Security and Surveillance Teams for Lasting Success Four Foundational Components By Derk Boss The Missing Audience By Sara Mendez Place Your Bets on Sustainability for Increased ROI By Andy De Silva