IGSA launches new membership structure

The International Gaming Standards Association (IGSA) is enacting a major overhaul of its membership structure and annual dues.

No longer themed on a ‘precious metals’ membership structure of platinum, gold, silver and bronze levels, the new model is designed to be more inclusive and make membership more affordable while providing each membership level with more privileges.

“While our membership levels have been stable, the industry has changed dramatically,” said Nimish Purohit, IGSA chairman.

“The board of directors wants to expand IGSA and increase inclusivity by making membership affordable to companies from every facet of the industry, including large and small suppliers, content providers, tech-sector companies and operators.”

“The new membership structure and dues is the result of the feedback from in-depth interviews conducted with current, former, and prospective members,” stated Mark Pace, IGSA president.

“Having the ability to impact in-committee actions across membership levels and making membership more attainable were key messages received. That is why we have added membership rights and lowered our dues range from the previous US$11,200 – $89,500 to a much more reasonable $5,000 – $50,000.”

The new membership structure is as follows:

• Director Level – for companies looking to set the overall IGSA strategic direction
• Industry Level – for companies operating in both the land-based and online sectors
• Vertical Level – for companies operating in either the land-based or online sectors
• Operator Level – for land-based or online casino and sports betting operators
• Committee Level – for companies looking to participate in only one or two committees

The new structure, the company explained, provides “an opportunity for most levels to be a part of the board of directors after elections, and in-committee voting on IGSA’s work efforts is open to all committee members.”