Esports Entertainment Group to power tribal nations esports exports
Esports-centric operator to offer B2B and B2C services to tribal casinos in link up with investment bank and governing body
Esports Entertainment Group (EEG) has taken a giant step in bringing esports betting to tribes and tribal casinos throughout the US.
The New York-listed operator has put pen to paper on a partnership agreement with the Indian Gaming Esports Association (iGEA) and investment bank Spectrum Gaming Capital to develop esports adoption throughout the tribal nations.
EEG will become the exclusive provider of esports technology services to the iGEA as it integrates its full suite of B2C and B2B services.
Grant Johnson, EEG CEO, said: “We look forward to providing iGEA the tools and technology necessary to execute on their vision of building and leading the esports ecosystem for tribal nations.”
Ernest Stevens III, iGEA CEO, added: “Indian gaming has historically been a key driver of industry evolution, and with our entrance into esports, we plan to keep our nations at the forefront of gaming’s newest trends.
“EEG has the vision, expertise and, most importantly, the assets for a turnkey business operation and future-minded strategy that aligns with the best interests of tribes and tribal casinos.
“Additionally, Spectrum Gaming has the relationships and strategic capabilities to help drive this new venture to real success,” he concluded.
Spectrum Gaming Capital CEO Robert Heller added the partnership would develop chances for both revenue opportunities for tribal casinos, as well as opening the door for esports players in tribal communities to compete on larger stages.