A Newsletter Covering the Illinois Video Gaming Market
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Welcome to Illinois’ Video Gaming market Insider newsletter
Your one-stop shop for all things Video Gaming in the Land of Lincoln! Each month, we'll bring you the latest news, insights, and strategies to help you make the most of your VGT experience.
Top Stories: Stay informed! Dive deeper into hot-button topics in the Illinois VGT scene. You never know, you may want to get involved and be a part of change in IL.
Industry Buzz: Stay in the know about upcoming VGT events, new game releases, and any changes to regulations in Illinois.
Local Spotlight: Shine a light on a bar or establishment known for its exciting VGT scene. We'll give you the inside scoop on their atmosphere, game selection, and any special promotions they offer.
Reader Q&A: Got a burning question about VGTs in Illinois? We've got answers! Send us your questions, and we'll tackle them in the next issue.
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Include Staff in Your Social Media Content
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Marketing Funnels: PSG 3rd Party Partners
In this lesson we will learn about three 3rd Party Partners in the digital space. Prairie State Gaming has fostered some of these relationships over many years and with them are able to offer you some great packages at discounted rates.
Marketing Funnels: In-House & Traditional Advertising
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Marketing Funnels: An Introduction
Part One of our Marketing Funnels series. Get a quick look into the types of marketing and advertising that is available to you with Prairie State Gaming.
Learning Series: Adobe Express
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An Introduction to Adobe Express
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Google Maps: The Data Behind Consumer Behavior
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