Dear FSGA Members,

Football is back! After months of preparation, projections, rankings, and drafts, the NFL season is underway, bringing with it one of the most exciting times of year for our industry. Whether you're watching your carefully constructed roster come to life or already questioning that one draft pick, there's nothing quite like the energy that comes with kickoff. And while the season is just beginning, we're already looking ahead to everything FSGA has planned for 2027.

Registration will open next month for the 2027 FSGA Winter Conference, returning to Circa Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Feb. 23–24. We're also excited to announce that the 2027 FSGA Summer Conference will return to The Westin Chicago River North, July 7–8. With our industry continuing to evolve at an incredible pace, these opportunities to come together, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections are more important than ever. As we develop next year's programming, we want to hear from you. Submit a topic or area of expertise and help us shape the conversations you want FSGA to bring to the stage.

Of course, you don't have to wait until Las Vegas to connect. We've officially launched our new FSGA Topical Communities, creating more opportunities for members to exchange ideas, ask questions, and connect with colleagues throughout the year. If you haven't explored them yet, take a few minutes to log in and join the conversation. The more our members participate, the more valuable these communities become for everyone.

Behind the scenes, your Board continues its strategic planning work as we chart FSGA's next chapter. A major part of that effort is developing a broader research roadmap, exploring opportunities to expand FSGA's research footprint, and strengthening our voice and authority across the sports gaming industry. Research has long been an important FSGA member benefit, and we see significant opportunity to build on that foundation.

Finally, later this month we'll launch our Annual Membership Survey. When it arrives in your inbox from SurveyMonkey, please take the time to share your feedback. Tell us what's working, where we can improve, and what would make your FSGA membership even more valuable. Your input directly informs the work we're doing and helps ensure FSGA continues evolving alongside the industry we serve.

Enjoy the season, and I look forward to staying connected throughout the fall!

Warm regards,
Brandon Loeschner
Chair, FSGA Board of Directors