TribalHub Membership
TribalHub Membership
2024 Northern California Regional Tribal Technology Forum
Event Details:
When: May 21-22, 2024
Where: Cache Creek Casino Resort
Brooks, CA
To book your hotel room call 1-530-796-5828, and reference code:TRIBLHUB or click HERE to book online using the same reference code. Block rate is $209/nt, discount expires May 6, 2024.
Aside from the great new connections that all attendees will gain, a primary intent of our regional forums is always to engage technology minded leaders and executives at tribes and tribal enterprises within an environment that allows everyone to uncover opportunities, openly discuss shared challenges and in some prior cases, leave with collaborative new ideas and innovation.
Developing Agenda
Click HERE for printable agenda.
Tuesday 05/21/2024
| Times: | Speaker: | Session Name: |
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| 8:30am - 3:00pm |
RegistrationMore DetailsCheck in with the TribalHub team- pick up your badge and important forum materials. TribalHub Members grab your welcome gift! |
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| 8:30am - 9:15am |
BreakfastMore DetailsBreakfast on behalf of our sponsors. |
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| 9:15am - 9:30am |
Event KickoffMore DetailsYour official welcome to TribalHub's Regional Forum- a preview of what's ahead and how make the most of your time here! |
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| 9:30am - 9:30am |
Roundtable Kickoff- Attendees OnlyMore DetailsYour regional group ambassadors and the TribalHub team, kick off one of our attendee favorites- the morning roundtable! |
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| 9:30am - 11:30am | Facilitated by your Regional Ambassadors
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Roundtable Session- Attendees OnlyMore DetailsAlways one of the most popular and meaningful sessions in our annual regional events, this is your opportunity to connect or reconnect with your peers at tribes from your region. In this roundtable style session, everyone will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and to share information or questions with the entire group in a session that will be limited to only employees from tribes. Also, be sure to drop a name ticket in the bucket- one attendee is getting a $50 visa gift card during this session! |
| 11:30am - 12:30pm |
Regional Data Session- Attendees OnlyMore DetailsHave your laptop charged and ready for this morning's exercise! TribalHub has decades worth of data that is available and valuable for you to access, some of it is about YOUR tribe or enterprise. Make sure your tribe's details are up to date and accurately represent your current technology profile. |
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| 11:30am - 12:00pm |
Event Sponsor MeetingMore DetailsEvent sponsors only- meet to hear from the TribalHub team on how to make the most of your time here. |
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| 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
Lunch and LearnMore DetailsJoin together for lunch on behalf of your sponsors! PLUS have time to network and hear from the event sponsors. Be sure to visit them at their table for a chance to win some cash!! |
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| 1:00pm - 2:00pm | April Bacon
Sr Manager
Wipfli
Steven Drews
Sr Manager
Wipfli
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Budgeting Approaches and Strategies for TechnologyMore DetailsTechnology purchases are complex. Every organization needs to discover the pathway to elevate capital budgeting processes within their organization. Whether the current processes are centralized or decentralized budgeting we will discuss best practices for budgeting for capital asset wish lists, maintenance agreements, and annual licensing needs. Regardless of the budgeting tools used for your organization we will cover best practices to strategize for and enhance your budgeting processes to ensure the latest technology is available and annual licensing costs are not missed throughout the budget cycle. Enhancing this process is key to building a successful future for your organization. |
| 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Stuart Kerr
Founder & Lead Mathematician
thinkingGraphs, LLC
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Data Analytics & AIMore DetailsIn the rapidly evolving world where traditional analytics collide with artificial intelligence (AI) software, open-source solutions have become a game-changer, both technically and financially. Unlike most proprietary software, open-source AI enhanced software enables casino operators to freely examine the software source code, helping them to understand how the analytical and AI algorithms work, and verifying that the system aligns with their values and expectations. This level of "how does it work" transparency fosters trust and inspires confidence in AI and analytical tools while offering numerous benefits that can empower operators. This presentation will discuss the key advantages of using open-source software and demonstrate open-source software that can measure any casino guest's future behavior and the risk to a casino's potential future revenues. |
| 3:00pm - 3:30pm |
Break & Sponsor ConnectionsMore DetailsTake a break, recaffeinate and fuel up for the afternoon at our sponsored break! While doing so, be sure to stop by and say hello to the sponsors who are supporting your region AND making this event possible! Be sure to visit each sponsor and drop in your name ticket to be entered in a drawing to win one of three $50 gift cards! |
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| 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Hannah Bratterud
Principal, NeuroLeadership & Sales Education
Purpose & Performance Group
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Build Your Bench: Cultivating Talent for Organizational ContinuityMore DetailsThis 90-minute interactive workshop aims to explore the vital aspects of succession planning, talent development, and knowledge transfer within organizations. Through engaging exercises and discussions, participants will gain insights into identifying, nurturing, and retaining talent to ensure the continuity and success of their teams and organizations. Learning Objectives • Understand the importance of succession planning and talent development in organizational sustainability and growth. • Learn strategies for identifying and nurturing talent within your teams and across departments. • Explore methods for effective knowledge transfer to ensure seamless transitions during team member changes or promotions. • Discuss challenges and solutions related to talent development, including developing individuals for leadership roles and addressing longevity concerns within the workforce. • Engage in interactive exercises to simulate real-world scenarios, fostering collaboration and problem-solving skills essential for effective succession planning and talent development. Through this workshop, participants will emerge equipped with practical strategies and tools to enhance their organization's capacity to develop and retain talent, fostering a culture of continuous growth and adaptability. |
| 5:00pm - 6:15pm |
Cocktail Hour- Sponsored by DruvStarMore DetailsNew friends and old friends- make connections at this event leading into dinner! |
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| 6:15pm - 7:45pm |
Dinner- Sponsored by CradlepointMore DetailsEnjoy wrapping up the day at dinner on behalf of our title sponsor. |
Wednesday 05/22/2024
| Times: | Speaker: | Session Name: |
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| 8:30am - 9:30am |
BreakfastMore DetailsFuel up for another great morning! |
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| 9:30am - 10:30am |
Breakout Session |
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| 10:30am - 11:30am |
Breakout Session |
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| 11:30am - 12:30pm | Mike Day
Founder & Executive Officer
TribalHub
Tiffany Korenic
Connections & Membership Representative
TribalHub
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Know Your Region and What's NextMore DetailsAnother attendee favorite, in this session attendees can see data on their region- who is using what, what size and structure IT departments do others have, how to find someone else who is building a new X or upgrading to Y. This eye-opening session will share some info like this and more specific to your region AND tribes across the U.S. Don't leave early- this one is worth sticking around for! PLUS, get some final details from the TribalHub team regarding the actionable steps you can take as well as important dates to mark on your calendar including the 25th Annual TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow! Get the inside scoop of what's next for the TribalHub Community, ways to engage year-round, and upcoming events you won't want to miss! In this session you'll also hear more about the 501(c)3 Tribal Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ISAC). TribalHub is a proud supporter of the Tribal-ISAC's mission to safeguard sovereignty of all tribes through information sharing and collaboration over isolation. One lucky attendee is going home with a $200 visa gift card as well- must be present to win! |
Ambassadors
Special thanks to this group of leaders from the Northern California region- helping to spread the word, shape the agenda and lead meaningful conversations!
John Filippe
Director of IT
Rolling Hills Casino
BIO
John Cash Filippe is an accomplished Casino Executive with over 25 years of Casino IT experience. He has worked nationally and internationally for several properties, across many types of gaming, from commercial to tribal, and riverboat entertainment facilities. His unique style of management was featured in the book “The Tech Buzzkill; How top IT Leaders Fend Of the Tech “Buzz” to Focus on Business” by Gerry Robinson and Manish Sharma. He is also a published author with his release of his first book, Soulbraider, and his second book Soulbraider AD will be released in the summer. He writes for several industry magazines focusing on leadership and technology trends, as well as authoring a weekly humorous blog titled Vegas in the Morning.
Greg Pitts
Director of Information Security
Cache Creek Casino Resort
BIO
Greg is currently the Director of Information Security at Cache Creek Casino Resort in Northern California. He originally started his IT experience at Sac & Fox Casino in Kansas. 18 years later, Greg has gained valuable casino and hospitality experience both domestic and international. His leadership roles in Product Management, IT Service Management and Information Security have provided a holistic view on pragmatic best practices. Greg is new to being a speaker and believes in a continuous growth mindset, so he is excited to share his knowledge with other passionate IT and security professionals.
Event Sponsors
Title Sponsor
Cocktail Hour Sponsor
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