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Innovations in Native-American Gaming Inc. (INAG) began in 1999 and has since developed a strong presence in the industry, despite being a small company. The man behind INAG, Mark H. Jones, says the table games company succeeds because it focuses on big ideas and strong relationships. Here’s the story of how INAG came to be, what values the company holds close, and what’s in store for the future of the company that filled a gap.

Cuningham Group Architecture Inc. (Cuningham Group) has evolved its practice and philosophy throughout the last 44 years. Within the world of resort and gaming design, they are recognized thought leaders who believe Every Building Tells A Story®. Cuningham Group operates with a simple purpose—to create beautiful places for a balanced world.

When the current executive team for Konami Gaming Inc. formed, they were all in search of a spark. One left three decades with a single employer “looking for excitement.” Another believed in the gaming equipment manufacturer’s capacity for a seemingly unparalleled growth story. A third felt the company’s deeply-rooted “entertainment DNA” in his own bones. Together, they found that inspiration at Konami, ...

Riding a major wave of success is a company some CEM readers may know as New Wave Automation. But as of March 2011, they went through many changes, including a new look, new logo, new leaders, new products and services, and are turning a tide now as NEWave. This is the story of the new NEWave.

In 1998, Slot-Tickets’ founders, husband-wife duo Tom Mitchell and Susan Mitchell, waited by the phone, hoping it would ring and someone would place an order for tickets. Today, the company serves customers worldwide and has produced billions of tickets. “The first million-ticket order was a big deal—it still is today,” said Managing Director of Special Projects Tom Mitchell.

It’s a well-known tale in the gaming industry. Leading gaming supplier Shuffle Master was started in a Minnesota basement by its founder. At the time, no one would have expected a 700-employee, globally known gaming company to emerge. With a growing product range and a top-of-the line executive team, Shuffle Master is determined to create fun, profitable games and products for the industry worldwide.

There’s no doubt about it—MEI has a lot going for itself, including a stunning ship share, partnerships with other industry leaders, proven products and a supportive leadership with a unique take on business.MEI’s omnipresence in the gaming industry—and beyond—is confirmed in the numbers. Machines handle more than 2 billion transactions per week in more than 100 countries.

It’s proving itself to be one of the biggest gaming companies in the world, and has shown no intention of slowing down. SPIELO International has made its debut, and hopes to continue the momentum of parent company Lottomatica. Formed by combining sister businesses SPIELO and ATRONIC, SPIELO International will continue to design, manufacture and distribute top-performing games, ...

JCJ Architecture is much more than just an architectural design firm. This distinguished company—and group of people—provides a host of services, all with a caring, collaborative and innovative touch. Their offerings include planning, architecture, interior design, graphic design, project management and client advisory services, and they have an all-star team behind it all.

Interblock is a global business, with branches in Europe, Asia-Pacific, the U.S. and Canada. Popular for its Organic product range, dazzling displays and distinctive design, it shines as a multi-player table game producer. And with its recent entry and expansion into a new market, its future is just as bright.