MILWAUKEE, WI – At the Wisconsin Gaming Regulatory Association Conference at Potawatomi Casino in Milwaukee, the Oneida Gaming Commission honored Indian Gaming Association (IGA) Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr., for his 24 years of dedicated leadership and service to tribal gaming. The event coincided with the release of the National Indian Gaming Commission’s (NIGC) 2024 fiscal year report, which revealed record-breaking gross gaming revenues totaling $43.9 billion across tribal gaming operations nationwide.
Chairman Stevens was celebrated by the Oneida Gaming Commission, alongside tribal officials and industry peers, for his commitment to advancing tribal sovereignty, regulatory partnerships, and economic development through tribal gaming. Under his leadership, the Indian Gaming Association has significantly strengthened the regulatory framework and promoted policies that empower tribal nations to govern their gaming enterprises effectively.
“Ernie Stevens Jr. has dedicated his life to Indian Country with unwavering commitment and passion,” said Mark Powless, Chairman of the Oneida Gaming Commission. “From the boxing ring to the boardroom, in his career, he has demonstrated strength, vision, and resilience that uplift tribal communities nationwide. His leadership has advanced tribal gaming and empowered tribal governments, and we are proud to honor his achievements and lasting legacy.”…