A formal designation of the Massachusetts gaming chair was given to Jordan Maynard.
It was announced on Monday (October 28) that the governor of Massachusetts appointed Jordan Maynard, who had been serving as the interim chair of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC), to a permanent position.
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Maynard has been serving as the temporary chair since Cathy Judd-Stein, the former chief of the MGC, retired from her position in the public service commission in March. According to a press release, Governor Maura Healy also appointed Paul Brodeur, a former mayor of Melrose, to the position of fifth commissioner for the agency. Since the retirement of Judd-Stein, the MGC had been without a commissioner for some time.
According to a news statement issued by Healy, "He has demonstrated that he is a consensus builder who possesses a profound understanding of the agency and strives to do what is best for the people of Massachusetts."
Maynard was initially named to the MGC in August of 2022, and he was a member of the MGC at the time when it developed laws and announced the debut of both digital and in-person sports betting in 2030. In August of 2022, the state's general legislature passed a law that made wagering lawful.
In an email to iGB, Judd-Stein expressed her sentiments by saying, "I would like to extend my congratulations to Jordan Maynard on his appointment as chair of the Massachusetts Gaming Commission by Governor Healey." While I was serving as head of the committee, I was grateful for Jordan's numerous contributions to the work that was being done. As a result of the outstanding MGC team and the commission's full bench, which was strengthened today by the governor's appointment of Mayor Brodeur, the MGC is in a strong position to continue its stringent but fair regulation of the gaming industry in the Commonwealth, which is founded on integrity and committed to essential consumer protections.
Maynard, much like his predecessor, places a good deal of importance on safeguards for consumers. In specifically, he is in charge of a brand new Youth Sports Betting Safety Initiative, which is being carried out in collaboration with the office of the state attorney general, the Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health, and a number of other organisations. The individuals who are working on the initiative are in the process of developing a class curriculum that will educate individuals under the age of 21 about the potential risks associated with gambling.
According to what Maynard had previously stated to iGB, "We have all agreed that this is a problem." Where do we begin to handle this? The curriculum and the media presence are two things that we are attempting to develop in response to some requests that have been made. Our goal is to communicate with young people. My question is, "What are some ways that we can spread the word?"
Maynard has been honoured on many occasions this year.
The project is an illustration of the role that the MGC plays as a pioneer in the United States in terms of gambling regulation and education. For both casino gambling and sports betting, the agency implemented some of the most stringent consumer safeguards and advertising restrictions in the country. These criteria apply to consumer protections. Within the state, the MGC is responsible for overseeing seven different digital wagering systems in addition to three land-based casinos. Massachusetts does not permit the operation of online casinos.
Maynard stated in the news release, "I have been consistently impressed with the level of integrity and leadership shown by my fellow commissioners and staff at the MGC." Maynard was referring to the employees of the MGC. There is no doubt in my mind that Mayor Brodeur will be an invaluable addition to the MGC team.
Maynard also places a high priority on the safety of land-based casinos. He has collaborated with executives from casinos to research and develop the most effective methods for ensuring the health and safety of patrons.
This year, Maynard was recognised as one of the "40 under 40" class of 2025 by the Innovation Group. Additionally, he was included on the list of the Game Masters Top 100 Most Influential Figures in the United States Gaming Industry by the US Gaming Hub.
Maynard initially held the position of chief secretary to the governor before he was appointed to the commission.
Increases in the minimum wage were pushed by Brodeur.
It was eight years that Brodeur served as a legislator for the state of Massachusetts (2011-2019) before he was elected to the position of mayor of Melrose. As a member of the general assembly, he was responsible for negotiating a contract that was referred to as the "Grand Bargain," which stipulated that the minimum wager would be increased to $15. In addition to that, he established a program that provides paid family and medical leave to all employees. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act was also passed under his watchful eye, which he managed.
According to Healy, "Mayor Paul Brodeur is a trusted leader in our state who has a record of bringing people together to deliver results on our most pressing challenges." This includes bringing together elected officials, the business community, labour, and advocates to negotiate the Grand Bargain, which strengthened our economy and supported Massachusetts workers, families, and businesses alike. Healy made this statement in the accompanying press release.
