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ON THE SCENE n EVENTS money, so our casino services are limited only by your imagination. You decide. Would your guests be most comfortable in a 1920’s Speakeasy or in black tie while enjoying the elegance of Monte Carlo? The possibilities are endless. Entertain like never before. Utilize the attention and head turning abilities of a casino table to connect and engage in this exclusive and fun way. Casino tables are just one part of the equation; our friendly, professional, and charismatic dealers impress the most experienced gambler and still manage to befriend and coach novice players. This ensures that everyone enjoys and participates in your event. No event is too small. No idea is too big. Aces Wild uses the essence and allure of a Las Vegas casino to leave your guests with an experience they will not soon forget. Have you ever heard of an idea being too big for Vegas? Edgar Comellas, center, with his staff ABOUT ACES WILD Aces Wild brings all the fun, excitement, and mystique of Las Vegas to your next event or party. After all, not everything “has to stay in Vegas…” Aces Wild is the leader in providing quality, affordable casino nights. Let us turn any occasion into an exhilarating and captivating night to remember. From fundraising and holiday parties to networking events, the ultimate ice-breaker and marketing tool is a casino table. Your guests are not playing for real 58 IBA Success Magazine n VOL 4, Issue 2 Use the power of a casino to ante up your fundraising advantage! We work with you to ensure that the casino tables are not just for entertainment, but a tool for maximizing your fundraising potential. Ask about re-buys and other special offers that will be provided throughout the evening to increase donations organically and effortlessly. You can increase revenues by soliciting sponsors for each of the casino tables. This will not only increase your donations but will provide a unique and engaging platform for sponsors to reach their audiences. Remember, when you are at the casino, the House always wins… GENERAL FAQ’S How do the guests play? Guests are handed a voucher at the beginning of your event. Guests can then exchange these vouchers at any casino table for chips to begin playing at the casino. If they wish to move to another table, they can “cash-out” and visit their next table of choice. Do you play with real money? No. Guests play with real casino chips but with no real money value. When a guest “cashes-out,” they are given funny money to use at their next table. At the end of the evening, all their winnings are exchanged into raffle tickets. You, the host, can then hold a raffle drawing for prizes if you wish to do so. Exchange rates can be modified based on event needs. How can you do fundraising then? Fundraising revenue comes from the ticket sales to the casino gala and from the re-selling of the casino vouchers. You and your team have ultimate control on the price and value of the casino vouchers. As part of our services, we provide FREE consultation on how to maximize your fundraising efforts and successfully plan your casino fundraiser. Do I have to provide prizes? Yes and no… prizes make the gaming enticing and give your guests something to “play” for, but it does not have to be an element of your casino party. If you do want to provide prizes, think small and useful: gift cards, food/beverage, and online discount deals. DISCOUNT Mention IBA Success Magazine… Receive $100 off and a Free Slot Machine with your next casino rental ABOUT EDGAR “Different, unique, and memorable…” these are the words Edgar Comellas uses to describe his casino business and his life. Born in Puerto Rico, he moved to the Orlando area in 1996 and began to fall in love with the idea of entertainment and hospitality. A graduate of UCF, Edgar studied Environmental Science and before opening his business in 2013, worked as the Education Manager for organizations such as SeaWorld and the Orlando Science Center. A literal “garage start-up,” Edgar acquired a few casino tables and began renting them out of his home through online classified ads and word of mouth. Five years later, hundreds of parties, a couple dozen more tables, and an MBA… Edgar has proven that taking risks, believing in yourself, and education are still the perfect recipe for entrepreneur success.