Buck Wargo, CDC Gaming- February 11, 2025- The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) has relocated from the Boston suburbs to Las Vegas in the midst of overseeing 42 studies and managing a record $3.84 million in contributions.

Since its launch in 1996, the ICRG has helped individuals and families affected by gambling disorders. Its mission is to prevent the onset of gambling problems through high-quality scientific research and evidence-based educational programming. The organization works to impact public policy, strengthen responsible-gambling efforts, and improve the health and well-being of the communities affected by the industry, according to ICRG President Arthur Paikowsky.

The American Gaming Association started the ICRG when no research on gambling harm was underway done in an effort to deal with it effectively. Since the AGA is an advocacy organization for the gaming industry, however, the ICRG needed to be separate from it to meet its objective.

“We’re trying to understand how one person can bring $100 into a casino and have a great time, while the other person ends up in a really dark space,” Paikowskys said. “It’s an addictive behavior. Some 1% to 2% of people who gamble have a diagnosable gambling disorder and statistically, another 5% to 7% are considered problem gamblers. It’s impossible to believe nobody is going to be negatively affected, but let’s mitigate the harm the best that we can. The best way to do that is to understand things better and to give people who are making decisions that impact the industry, legislators, and regulators information so that they can make informed decisions.”

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Las Vegas, NV- February 10, 2025- The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) seeks a new President. The ICRG is the preeminent organization doing research to prevent harm to those who gamble. As the gaming industry grows and evolves throughout the world, the powerful research of ICRG is driving change and leading the field forward. Since 1996, we have provided independent, peer-reviewed research that helps increase the understanding of gambling harms and finds effective methods of mitigation. Our work impacts public policy, strengthening responsible gaming and improving the health and well-being of people and communities affected by the continued growth of the industry. Currently, 42 studies are underway.

The President is the chief executive officer of ICRG and is responsible for a budget of over $3.8 million dollars. Funds are primarily secured through grants from industry funders along with sponsorships of our annual conference and golf tournament. 2024 was our most successful fundraising year in history. The President serves at the discretion of the Chairman of the Board and a board comprised of 20 industry leaders, academics, and tribal members.

The President is responsible for producing monthly financials along with an annual audit to assure the ongoing financial viability of the organization. ICRG currently employs four other staff—three full-time and one part-time—all of whom report directly to the President.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of professional or volunteer fundraising experience as well as an equal number of years in the field of not-for-profit management. Further, connections in the gambling industry are an asset, as well as experience in a research-oriented environment.

If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to Arthur Paikowsky at apaikowsky@icrg.org.

Las Vegas, NV- January 23, 2025 – The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) is excited to announce its relocation to a new headquarters in Las Vegas, Nevada. This move reflects ICRG’s commitment to being at the heart of the gaming industry and fostering greater collaboration with stakeholders across the field. Effective immediately, our new contact information is: International Center for Responsible Gaming 101 Convention Center Drive, Suite 600 Las Vegas, NV 89109 Tel: 978-338-6610 Fax: 978-552-8452 Email: info@icrg.org As we begin the new year, we look forward to continuing our mission to advance research and education on gambling disorder and responsible gambling. Our new location will be a hub for collaboration, innovation, and progress within the gaming and research communities. For media inquiries, please contact us at nmancini@icrg.org or call 978-338-6610.

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