Unfortunately entertainment is not as simple as opening a showroom and hiring talent. This session will walk casino executives through the process of negotiating terms, including contracts and riders, artist relations and block booking. The unique issues of booking talent at small- and medium -sized casinos also will be discussed. Experts will reveal how to evaluate a show by judging the casino play, non-gaming buys and contribution to the brand.

Moderator:
Mark Sonder, CSEP, Chief Entertainment Officer, Mark Sonder Productions, Inc.

Speakers:
Charlie Davis, Senior Casino Agent, Paradise Artists
Stephen T. Gudis, Executive in Charge of Production, The Production Department, LLC
Michael Mina, Chef/Restauranteur, Mina Group, LLC
Carrie Moore-Reed, CEO, Third Coast Talent