Virtual NTC24: Top National Audit Findings (Top AUP Findings)
Day 1: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (EDT) | Session 1
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Course Description: Do you have audit findings on our top findings list? Don’t know? Find out in this presentation of the topmost common audit findings as identified through annual AUP independent audit reports, internal audit reports and NIGC internal control assessments. This course will cover the intent of the control and provides specific instructions and exercises focusing on identifying and correcting findings. You will leave with an increased understanding of and ability to identify and remedy like findings in your gaming operations.
Presenters: Gena Caviness & Charlie Parker
Virtual NTC24: Emergency Preparedness! How Prepared Are You? Really!
Day 1: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm (EDT) | Session 2
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Course Description: In this session, you will learn about how the NIGC’s authority in Environmental Public Health and Safety (EPHS) intersects with Emergency Preparedness and industry best practices to address the different types of extreme natural and man-made disasters that can strike at any time. Learn about where to find resources to address your emergency preparedness needs and access a robust Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan template. You will hear about real life emergencies, lessons learned from each and practical strategies to fortify your organization’s preparedness and response plans. This session will help equip you with the knowledge to protect lives, ensure business continuity, and promote resilience in the face of adversity.
Presenter: Eddie Ilko
Virtual NTC24: Value of Internal Controls
Day 1: Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm (EDT) | Session 3
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Course Description: The course discusses why the implementation of effective internal control systems are necessary to protect gaming operations. Demonstration through examples of how deficient internal control systems contribute to errors, omissions, malfunctions, and how the misappropriation of assets occurs without detection. Participants will gain an understanding of how internal controls can assure the effectiveness and efficiency of organizational operations.
Presenters: Gena Caviness & Charlie Parker
Virtual NTC24: Surveillance Beyond the MICS
Day 2: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (EDT) | Session 4
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Course Description: Over time, the functions and duties of the surveillance department have grown and changed. This course will go beyond the MICS requirements and look at how surveillance interacts with gaming operations as a whole. The presentation will examine new trends, industry best practices, basic games protection, and the importance of system maintenance.
Presenters: NIGC Compliance
Virtual NTC24: Cyber Safety for Non-IT Professionals Information
Day 2: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm (EDT) | Session 5
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Course Description: Technology (IT) is the backbone of gaming operations that connects and provides data to all parts of an organization. Within IT, virtual and personnel resources are at risk for attack. To help defend resources, this session will introduce easy to understand cyber security practices with the aim of improving security awareness, promoting vigilance, and educating all personnel before an intrusion occurs. Through review of common attacks, including phishing and social engineering, covered topics will arm attendees with knowledge to avoid becoming the next victim while maintaining strong IT regulatory controls.
Presenters: NIGC IT
Virtual NTC24: Background and Licensing: 556.6 Tribal Eligibility Determination
Day 2: Wednesday, August 21, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm (EDT) | Session 6
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Course Description: Background and Licensing's tribal eligibility determination focuses on reviewing a person's prior activities, criminal record, reputation, habits, and associations. This session will take a closer look at this nuanced language and provide you with some tips and tricks that may help bolster your background and investigation into potential licensees.
Presenters: NIGC Compliance