{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Raising The Stakes","title":"E1 - That's Why We Do This","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":860,"description":"That’s Why We Do ThisIn the first episode of Raising the Stakes, long-time casino advisor Jeffrey Dawson explores the significant ways the casino system is woven into the fabric of not-for-profits in Alberta. Casinos provide relief to many organizations’ mounting operating costs… in short, they help pay the bills. From veterinary costs and crime prevention awareness seminars, to educational musical theatre and providing community spaces for female entrepreneurs, the services these charities provide to their cities have a lasting impact. But it’s getting harder and harder to secure essential funding.So it’s all the more important their casino events are properly planned for, which is where casino advisors come in. The road leading up to the event is filled with non-negotiable deadlines and logistical preparations, and to top it all off, there are rules to follow. Ignoring them comes with consequences. Charities simply cannot afford to lose their events. They need advisors who will provide expert guidance, innovative ways to simplify the process, and resources to draw from (extra volunteers). This episode underscores just what’s at stake for all the players involved.Raising the Stakes: Episode 1 “That’s Why We Do This”GuestsMark Fournier, Treasurer for Wild Rose Humane SocietyTerryLee Ropchan, Executive Director for The Central Alberta Crime Prevention CentreSean Fraser, Executive Director of the Evergreen Theatre SocietyAbout Jeffrey Dawson & Alberta Casino Advisors IncorporatedJeffrey Dawson is the owner and operator of Alberta Casino Advisors Incorporated. Trained and registered as a Dual-Advisor, Jeff can provide Cash Cage Advisor and Count Room Advisor services to any organization, and he has experience in every casino in the province. Jeff helps charities prepare the paperwork for their licensed casino event. Depending on their location, qualifying for a licensed casino event may take as little as 12 months, or at worst, may take five years or more. Alberta...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/meNbGNmDDTy9Ls-TaD2NbowxJbbQD7xp984VixZ2jhc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81MzVl/NmE4NzcyNGU4Yzk5/OGM0YzA3MGYxZTk3/NDlkOC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}