Raving NEXT: Indian Gaming Strategic Operations & Leadership Conference

February 3 – 5, 2026

Pechanga Resort Casino

Temecula, CA

We are not the same organizations we were 30 years ago.

How can we stay ahead of today's challenges?

Collaborate and connect this January to build a strategic operation and leadership team that provides resources and growth for the future of Indian gaming.

Why Attend

Three Days of Interaction – strategic operations and leadership content for Tribal gaming

High Level Collaboration – Unique opportunities for Tribal council and operations to join forces

Interact with fellow leaders across the country in problem solving discussion groups

University of Phoenix College Credits for attending

Receive credits to maintain your Tribal Human Resources Professional (THRP) Certification through NNAHRA

Ask the Experts – You won’t leave without your questions answered

Interact with suppliers on your schedule – Chat about benefits, features or take demos

Incentives for participating – Prizes from sponsors and exhibitors plus special product discounts

Easy to use event app – Add sessions and events to your calendar

Supplemental e-Books and handouts for you to use on your property

“I absolutely love the Raving NEXT conference! It’s incredible to see how it brings the tribal and casino sides together, creating a unique space where collaboration thrives. Watching both sides work together to drive new innovations and success is really inspiring.”

– Wendi Long, Marketing Director, Indigo Sky Casino & Resort

“You pulled together an impressive group of passionate marketers and vendors ... knowing how this community impacts the lives of many young people is powerful. Thank you!”

“Compared to other conferences, I’ve found the format and information more relevant and up to date with technology.”

“The experience was exceptional.”

“Truly can't thank you all enough for what you've brought to me these last few years! The training and the support have been unparalleled in my professional career."

“I leave this conference year after year with many solid takeaways.”

“I appreciated everything that you all put into the agenda.”

“I love all of the peer to peer interaction.”

“I really liked the interactive nature of the day.”

“I was energized after the first day of the conference. I was eager to hear more.”

“It was engaging, informative and well organized.”

Event News

Raving NEXT Keynote Announced: tai simpson – storyteller, antiracism activist and community leader

We gather at Raving NEXT to improve our communication and leadership skills, to expand our knowledge, to master new skills, to connect and learn from thought-leaders. The sessions are motivating, they give us personal and operational tools to propel our teams and organizations forward. It’s also a gathering to celebrate. It’s our tradition at…

Stronger Together – How to Bring Your Group to Raving NEXT

When it comes to attending conferences and professional learning events, there’s power in numbers. Raving NEXT unites leadership across the gaming and government side, for longterm, strategic planning. Here’s why it’s a smart investment for your team’s professional development, plus, how to take advantage of special group offers. “I absolutely love the Raving NEXT conference!…

Southern California’s Pechanga Resort Casino Chosen as Host Property for all Raving Conferences in 2025 and 2026

Reno, NV – Pechanga Resort Casino will be the premiere host property for all Raving conferences in 2025 and 2026 which includes Raving NEXT: Indian Gaming Strategic Operations & Leadership Conference (January), Casino Marketing & Technology and Host Player Development Conferences (July), the longest-running conference series in the gaming industry. Pechanga is one of…

Chairman Stevens Invites You to Raving NEXT

Tribal gaming is not the same as it was thirty years ago; with increased competition and threats, aging properties, uncertain economic climates, new legislation … the time is NOW to look at your long-term strategic vision. As Chairman Ernie Stevens, Jr. states, “Building on conversations spanning years, we gather – tribal leaders, gaming experts, regulators,…

Networking

Problem Solving

Live Polling

Networking with your peers

As Tribal Council, Board Members, GMs, CEOs, and emerging leaders join forces, you have endless resources at your disposal to collaborate on opportunities and challenges facing your organization. We provide ample networking opportunities for you to grow your professional network. Resources are at every corner!

Get your specific questions answered

Unique to Raving conferences, we encourage attendees to interact with the experts and fellow attendees as much as possible. Not only do we have a focused pre-conference survey, any questions asked through session messaging will be answered. Attendees will receive a comprehensive report after the event!

Interactive polling, quizzes and handouts

With live polls you'll be a part of the action and contribute to live data samples for data-driven decision-making! It makes the presentation engaging and fun. Several of our sessions will have quizzes and handouts to help you retain what you’ve learned and keep it going with valuable check lists and more.

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2025 Sponsors

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Raving Partners