BMM Testlabs announces approval from COLJUEGOS

BMM Testlabs announced today that it has received approval and final accreditation from COLJUEGOS. Travis Foley, EVP Operations – BMM Americas, commented, “We are very pleased to confirm that BMM is now accredited in Columbia through the recent approval from COLJUEGOS. BMM will continue to support the regulators in the South American market and we are looking forward to expanding our services into Columbia.” BMM will be attending the upcoming FADJA show in Columbia on April 23 and 24th, to meet with COLJUEGOS and other regulators and manufacturers in the region. Drew Pawlak, SVP Business Development commented,”BMM will work closely with COLJUEGOS during the introduction of a formal homologation into the newly regulated gaming market in Columbia. Through this collaboration of the two organizations we will be discussing how the homologation process will unfold for the future of gaming, for all regulators wanting to introduce this into their markets.” Foley added “We are pleased COLJUEGOS has chosen BMM and we would like to thank Adriana Arcila – Vice President of Organizational Development & ICT Manager at COLJUEGOS for her diligence and attention during BMM’s approval...

“BMM is very active in the Caribbean and has strong relationships there”

BMM was present at the Caribbean Gaming Show and Summit as a moderator and speaker. Richard Williamson, BMM SVP Regulatory Education, talked to Yogonet.com about the firm’s participation. “BMM continues to grow in every region and in its support of the industry through its attendance and participation at gaming conferences,” he said. How would you describe your experience at the Caribbean Gaming Show & Summit? BMM Testlabs has been supportive of the Caribbean Gaming show for several years now and this year was very exciting since it returned to San Juan. The new convention center was a terrific venue for the CGS event. The rooms where the sessions where held and the exhibition room were very convenient as well as the host hotel. You played two roles: moderator and speaker. What can you tell us about Alan Pedley’s conference presentation? Alan Pedley is a pioneer in the internet regulating space. Alan presented some very interesting perspectives for approaching the internet gaming industry segment from the regulator’s perspective based on his experience in the Northern Territory and subsequent consulting engagements. Regulation of the internet gaming industry is currently being rewritten with the approval of iGaming in the states of New Jersey, Nevada and Delaware. Already Nevada and Delaware have formalized an agreement to permit residents of each state to play internet poker together. It would seem, therefore, if new iGaming regulators want to ultimately have an agreement with states in the USA, that they will have to model their regulatory structures to meet the standards being adopted in the US. When it comes to establishing future inter-state or inter-jurisdiction agreements with the United States that those agreements will not be vehicles in which lower standards will be struck. Do you think that some of Pedley’s experience in Australia and other markets can be useful in the Caribbean region? Experience is one commodity that must be earned and from experience we can avoid repeating mistakes. Everyone with experience has something to offer. Each jurisdiction will always have unique elements of oversight driven by prevailing laws, their enabling statute and/or the alignment with an already established regulatory framework for a land-based industry. It is up to each jurisdiction to listen to those with experience and decide what path they will follow in this segment of the gaming industry. Regarding your speech, it was divided into two parts: BMM’s core business and the potential of the Caribbean market. What are BMM’s main challenges in the Caribbean and Latin America? BMM employs over 240 people in 13 countries and operates 11 gaming labs. Why do we have all those locations? The answer is that each location has occurred to satisfy a regulatory requirement, to accommodate a client or to serve a region. We primarily serve the Caribbean region from our Las Vegas location but we have options when necessary to work with regulators, manufacturers and operators from other locations as well. BMM is very active in the Caribbean and has strong relationships there. As you noted in your speech, the Caribbean, like the United States, is still recovering from the largest economic downturn in 100 years. Could you explain the role of tourism in recovering from this? In the presentation, I noted that the availability for vacation dollars has been scarce in recent years. The presentation provided an in-depth look at the proliferation of gambling within the USA with regard to commercial casinos, Tribal casinos with both Class II and Class III games, traditional lottery products plus lottery operated gaming facilities, legalized games of chance and internet gaming that is being offered by both lotteries and commercial casinos. As the economy improves in...

BMM Testlabs – ready to support the Colombian market

BMM Testlabs confirmed today that it is in the final stages of approval from COLJUEGOS and is awaiting final confirmation of the accreditation. Drew Pawlak, SVP Business Development – Americas stated “BMM has completed the application process with COLJUEGOS and has provided all the necessary documentation including company and staff credentials. This pending approval from COLJUEGOS clearly confirms that BMM meets the required Columbian standards and will fully comply with the regulations enforced by the authority. BMM is ready to support the Colombian market.” Travis Foley, EVP of Operations – Americas added “BMM brings over 30 years of experience in testing and compliance to the global gaming industry and we are committed to working and collaborating with Regulators worldwide. We are continuing in our efforts to move forward in all regulated South American markets and are very much looking forward to bringing our experience and expanding our services into...

BMM Testlabs moderates Caribbean Gaming Show & Summit, March 19 – 20, 2014

BMM Testlabs is pleased to announce that Richard Williamson, SVP Regulatory Education, will be moderating at the Caribbean Gaming Show & Summit which occurs on March 19-20, 2014 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Richard Williamson will be the Master of Ceremonies for the second day of the Caribbean Gaming Show & Summit conference sessions, where industry experts will be discussing gaming related subjects affecting the Caribbean and surrounding areas. Richard Williamson commented, “The Caribbean Gaming Show and Summit brings a focus to the unique nature of the Caribbean market. As well as moderating the sessions I will be delivering a presentation on the evolution and impact of the gaming industry on this region. CGS always brings together key players of this tropical market in this one event and BMM is pleased to be involved.” Caribbean Gaming Show CEO, Elizabeth Leiva added, “Once again, we are honored to have Richard Williamson, SVP Regulatory Education for BMM Testlabs joining us at CGS. Richard is an entertaining and experienced moderator with an extensive background in gaming and regulations and we look forward to his contribution at the Caribbean Gaming Show in...

BMM iGaming Roadshow, Indigo Sky Casino, April 17 & 18

BMM Testlabs is proud to announce it will be holding two more regional Tribal iGaming workshops in April 2014. The first event will be hosted by The Prairie Island Indian Community at Treasure Island Casino in Welch, Minnesota on April 3-4 and the next will be hosted by The Eastern Shawnee Band at Indigo Sky Casino in Wyandotte, Oklahoma on April 17-18, 2014. During the two-day series of interactive workshops and seminars, called “Finding Your Path”, experts from BMM and the iGaming world will be providing clear and accurate information specifically for the tribal community. Participants will learn the skills to analyze their own Tribe’s iGaming business to enable them to make the best strategic decisions for the financial and operational path to iGaming success. Vince Cook, Regulatory Director for Little Traverse Band of Odawa indians and recent “Finding your Path” attendee, said, “The workshop gave excellent information that not only provided knowledge, but helped me formulate ideas on how to proceed in the iGaming world.” Both the Minnesota and Oklahoma workshops are free of charge to Tribal Regulators,Tribal Government and Operators. BMM will be providing complimentary breakfast, lunch and refreshments at both workshops. Pre-registration is required and participants are encouraged to register as soon as possible as space is filling up. Special rate rooms are also available to workshop attendees at both Treasure Island Resort & Casino and Indigo Sky Casino. For more information and to register, please use the following link: April 17-18 2013, Indigo Sky Casino, Wyandotte, Oklahoma Click here for more information and to...

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BMM Testlabs announces approval from COLJUEGOS