GGB is committed to providing updated news and analysis on our weekly news site, GGBNews.com.

E. Sequoyah Simermeyer

Chairman, National Indian Gaming Commission

Listen in Apple Podcasts and Subscribe to GGB Podcasts.
Listen on Spotify

As a federal agency, the National Indian Gaming Commission plays a unique role in helping to oversee and regulate a tribal gaming industry that is sometimes at odds with federal and local authorities. However, with over three years now at the helm of the NIGC, Chairman Sequoyah Simermeyer is more than capable of tackling some of the sector’s biggest challenges. He spoke with GGB Managing Editor Jess Marquez at October’s Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas.

Jess Marquez is the managing editor of Global Gaming Business. A lifelong Nevadan, Marquez has communications experience across multiple sectors, including local government. Prior to joining GGB, he was the communications and advertising director for a prominent personal injury law firm based in Las Vegas and Seattle. He also founded and hosted The Pair O’Dice Podcast, a weekly show that focused on sports betting news and predictions. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2019 with a B.A. in journalism. Outside of work, Marquez is passionate about professional sports, classic literature and leatherworking.

    Recent Feature Articles

  • Across All Channels

    IGT’s omnichannel game library could be the supplier model of the future

  • Trends Are Trending

    GGB’s annual 10 Trends identifies what to expect in 2024

  • On the Rebound

    The Asian gaming market’s comeback and future growth

  • Compulsive Gambling 911

    These agencies are on the front lines of problem gambling research, intervention and treatment. Many rely on the casino industry for funding. Could federal help be on the way?

  • Better, Faster, Stronger

    Kiosks have evolved into full-service centers for a variety of gaming services.