Key points:
- Mike Dreitzer named as next Chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, effective 23 June 2025
- Dreitzer previously held senior positions at Gaming Arts, Ainsworth and BMM Testlabs
- Announcement follows recent revenue declines across Nevada’s gaming sector
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has appointed Mike Dreitzer as the incoming Chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB), set to assume the role following the departure of current Chairman Kirk Hendrick in June 2025.
Hendrick, who announced his planned resignation earlier this year, will step down at the close of the current legislative session on 22 June.
In a statement, he described the transition as smooth and welcomed Dreitzer’s appointment, citing a long-standing professional relationship that began during their shared tenure at the Nevada Attorney General’s Office nearly three decades ago.
Dreitzer, who most recently served as CEO of Gaming Arts, brings experience in gaming compliance, testing and equipment supply. He is stepping down from his role at the company, which is currently undergoing an ownership transition to Merkur Gaming, pending regulatory approval.
His previous roles include President of Ainsworth Game Technology North America, COO of BMM Americas and co-founder of content supplier G3. He also served as a Deputy Attorney General for Nevada, representing both the NGCB and the Nevada Gaming Commission in regulatory matters.
Governor Lombardo said: “Mike has an extensive background in gaming compliance and brings decades of industry experience to the role.”
The appointment comes during a challenging period for Nevada’s gaming sector. In February 2025, statewide gaming revenue fell to $1.22bn, marking a 9.3% decline year-on-year.
Las Vegas Strip revenues totalled $690.3m, down nearly 14% from the same month in 2024. The declines impacted both table games and slot revenue, with baccarat and blackjack among the hardest hit.
Good to know: The NGCB plays a central role in regulating one of the most scrutinised gaming markets in the world
Dreitzer’s legal and commercial experience, spanning both public and private sectors, is expected to support ongoing efforts to modernise oversight and respond to evolving market pressures.
