Jonathan Michaels is the founder and Principal of Michaels Strategies, a consulting firm based in Bethesda, Maryland that serves the iGaming and gambling industry. He brings deep expertise in trade associations, payments, sports betting, and casino gaming to his clients.
Before launching his own firm, Michaels served as Senior Vice President of Development and Government Affairs at Sightline Payments, a leading provider of cashless gaming technology. His earlier career included multiple roles at the American Gaming Association (AGA), where he was Senior Director of Member Services and later Vice President of Strategic Alliances. Throughout these positions, he focused on innovation, collaboration, and inclusion to drive organizational transformation.
Michaels is a frequent speaker at industry events such as Global Gaming Expo (G2E) and is active in shaping public policy around igaming and sports betting. His consulting practice advises companies on growth strategy, government affairs, and market entry in the rapidly evolving gaming landscape.
Career History
| Company | Role | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Michaels Strategies | Speaker | – present |