Several Executive Management staff of the National Gaming Control Board (NGCB) recently attended the Regulating the Game Conference in Sydney, Australia with the aim to upskill and broaden their knowledge.
NGCB Chief Executive Officer Ms. Imelda Agon said this was part of upskilling the Executive Management of the NGCB.
The decision to send these officers came about after she and her two other staff members attended the same conference for the first time last year and decided that the management team should attend this year.
“As a regulatory body, we are committed to staying at the forefront of the gaming industry and attending events like the Regulating the Game 2023 conference helps us to achieve that goal.”
“We were able to learn from some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, and we are excited to bring those insights back to our organization and apply them to our work,” Agon said.
The conference that was held from March 4th to March 10th, brought together industry experts, gaming regulators, and other stakeholders to discuss the latest trends and challenges facing the gaming industry.
The conference provided a platform for attendees to share their experiences and insights on topics such as responsible gambling, fraud detection, cybersecurity in the gaming industry.
There were also discussions on the latest innovations in gaming technology such as cashless gambling, particularly emphasis on cryptocurrency involvement. NGCB staff members who attended the conference found it to be an informative and engaging event.
They were able to network with industry peers and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and challenges facing the gaming industry.
The team included; Chief Operating Officer – Mr. Paul Ketombing, Director Operations – Mr. Jeffrey Yalakun, Acting Director Corporate Affairs – Ms. Roshinah Wari, Manager Investigation & Enforcement – Mr. Linus Paraka, Manager License & Registration – Mr. Sebastian Niggins, Executive Officer – Mr. Emmanuel Kada, Senior Training & Development Officer – Ms. Angela Teine Ellington.
NGCB is committed to promoting responsible gambling practices and providing a safe and enjoyable gaming experience for its customers.
Attending events like the Regulating the Game 2023 conference helps NGCB to stay informed and up to date on the latest trends and best practices in the industry.
Regulating the Game was a prestigious 5-day education program structured to build individual and organization capability, deepen sector knowledge, and advance thinking and discussion about contemporary best practice gambling regulation.