Margins, Mandates, and Management: How GMs Are Managing Today’s Cost Reality
General managers are facing unprecedented cost pressures driven by tariffs, regulatory mandates, and political uncertainty. This discussion focuses on how casino leaders are making day-to-day operational decisions to protect margins while maintaining staffing, service levels, and guest experience. Panelists share practical insight into managing procurement, controlling expenses, and adapting operations, while balancing short-term cost challenges with long-term performance, stability, and competitive positioning.