Why 2026 Belongs to You
Most conferences give you notes. Boot Camp gives you a plan.
Our sessions are longer, more interactive, and designed so your marketers walk out with actionable skills they can implement the very next day. This isn’t just training — it’s a strategic investment in a marketing team that can outthink, outpace, and outperform the competition.
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Our complimentary budget planner helps you determine what to budget.
Train the Team that WINS Your Market
Four Events. One Strategic Training Plan.
📍 January 12–13, 2026 | Tucson, AZ
Player Development Boot Camp
Turn hosts and player development teams into true revenue drivers with proven engagement strategies.
📍 March 16–18, 2026 | New Orleans, LA
Signature Boot Camp
Our flagship three-day event covering the core of casino marketing — brand, analytics, events, promotions, loyalty, and more.
📍 August 3–5, 2026 | Tulsa, OK
Strategy & Planning Boot Camp
Design your 2027 marketing plan with expert coaching and peer feedback — and leave with a ready-to-execute roadmap.
📍 August 24–25, 2026 | Des Moines, IA
Direct Marketing Boot Camp
Master the offers, lists, and channels that drive real results in today’s competitive casino market.
Why Boot Camp Works
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Interactive, not passive – Every session includes exercises, group work, and one-on-one coaching.
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Small-group focus – You won’t get lost in a ballroom. You’ll get answers to your property’s challenges.
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Action over theory – Walk away with strategies, templates, and campaigns you can implement immediately.
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Built for all levels – Marketing Directors get the advanced tools they crave, while GMs/VPs see the ROI of stronger, smarter teams.
Invest Smarter with 2026 Bundles
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All-Access Pass – Send your team to all four events for maximum impact. We will pick up one room night per event per attendee.
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Pick 2 or Pick 3 Bundles – Choose the events that fit your property’s needs.
- 2026 Training Investment Plan — Spread your team’s registration across equal monthly payments.
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Group Discounts – Special pricing for teams of three or more.
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Early Bird Rates – Save when you register early.
👉 Ask us about customizing a Boot Camp for your property if travel is a challenge or if you’d like more non-marketers involved in learning.
What past participants are saying
Fantastic Experience
I loved how engaged the group was as well as all of their fun ideas! Thank you for providing this fantastic experience for casino marketers.
Nicole Martz
Special Events and Promotions Manager
IP Casino Resort Spa
Engaging 3 Days
Enjoyed being able to “pick” the brains of those in the same field. It honestly was a very engaging 3 days. I was worried that 8 hours a day, I wouldn’t stay engaged the entire time, but I was pleasantly surprised.
Paige Schuller
Assistant Marketing Manager
Wild Rose Emmetsburg
Great Collaboration
I loved the collaboration and the ability to ask questions and get a lot of insight into what other marketers are thinking.
Adele M. George
CEO & Owner
A.M George Marketing & Advertising
Interactive, not Intimidating
I love how interactive it is, without being intimidating.
Marcela Sada
Director of Slots
Bear River Casino Resort
A Fascinating Program
This is a fascinating program. You get to see what others are doing, thinking, talking about, etc. It is always great to hear what others are facing and how they are navigating through those items. Also, we tend to forget some things as we are “heads and hand down” during the day. This reminds us we have other areas we must pay attention to!
Aaron Harn
Marketing Director
Wild Rose Entertainment
Well-Rounded
I liked the variety of the sessions and topics chosen for the sessions, especially as a newcomer to the industry. I thought it was very well-rounded. I liked the small attendance setting because we got to know each other more than if it was a larger audience. It made networking easier. I also liked that we had assignments; I felt I was ahead of the game a bit.
Jean Flors
Sr. Digital Marketing Manager
Live! Casino and Hotel
Great Connections
I enjoyed Casino Marketing Boot Camp and the fun group projects. Thank you for all you’ve done, especially the connections made and ideas exchanged.
Tami Curley
Northern Edge/Flowing Waters
Truly one of the best
It was truly one of the best training experiences I’ve had the privilege of participating in. I was thrilled to see that it wasn’t like the traditional trainings I’ve attended or sent my staff to before.
The staff members who attended with me returned energized and brimming with new ideas they were eager to implement. Witnessing their excitement and inspiration is truly gratifying for me as a leader. I’m committed to continuing this training with my team in the future.
Cesilio Silveira
Executive Director of Marketing
Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel
Intimate
I liked how the small group format enabled me to converse with everyone… It is more intimate with groups and speakers compared to other bigger conferences…
Craig Mihalko
Database Marketing Manager
Potawatomi Carter Casino and Hotel
Personal and Interactive
It felt very personal and interactive. I loved meeting new people and learning about their experiences.
Mickey Van Drehle
Digital Content and Email Marketing Specialist
Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures
Grateful for the Experience
Thank you, Julia! You, the coaches, and the vendors were absolutely incredible—such a talented and supportive group. I’m truly grateful for the experience! I felt refreshed and renewed from the experience.
Esther Saldana
Promotions Manager
Quechan Casino Resort
It made me come out of my shell.
The Card Shark Tank was really challenging for me. Being new to marketing it made me really think about how to put together a presentation and how to present it. It made me come out of my shell. I just want to thank you and everyone on your team! You are all awesome!
Victoria Cook
Marketing Manager
Casino White Cloud
Meeting New People
The most memorable moment for me was meeting new people in the marketing world.
Michael Hayward
Marketing Director
Win-River Casino
New Tricks
I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the Boot Camp. Just goes to show you can teach an old dog new tricks. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
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Joni Hamann
Director of Player Development
Mineral Palace Casino