Consulting Services
The research behind
the decision.
Expert consulting in gambling economics, policy, and regulation — led by Kahlil S. Philander, Ph.D.
Who We Work With
Built for high-stakes decisions
Governments & Regulators
Economic impact studies, market forecasts, and policy analysis for jurisdictions considering or refining gambling legislation.
Legal Teams
Independent expert witness testimony and reports for litigation, regulatory proceedings, and government inquiries.
Investors & Operators
Market sizing, TAM models, tax analysis, and responsible gambling strategy for firms evaluating or operating in gambling markets.
Track Record
Selected Engagements
Royal commissions. Federal courts. Foreign governments. The engagements below represent a cross-section of public and confidential work.
Crown Resorts Royal Commission
Expert witness report on responsible gambling for the Royal Commission into Crown Perth's casino licence suitability.
Japanese Casino Implementation Act
Socio-economic impact study for the UNLV International Gaming Institute evaluating new integrated resorts under Japan's casino framework.
Washington State Sports Betting
Market forecast and critical issues analysis for Washington State University on sports betting provision, including resident surveys and economic projections.
U.S. District Court — Social Gaming
Expert report on the relative harms of a social gaming product and the degree to which it should be classified as gambling-like in design.
International Casino Operator — RG Review
Comprehensive responsible gambling program review benchmarked against best practices from leading jurisdictions worldwide.
Foreign Gaming Commission — Tax Study
Assessment of modified tax rate impacts on the online and retail gaming industry, including employment projections.
Capabilities
What We Do
Economic Analysis
Impact studies, tax analysis, market forecasts, and TAM models built on input-output modeling and rigorous empirical methods. Work that holds up to academic, regulatory, and legal scrutiny.
Policy Research
Peer-reviewed-quality research on gambling regulation, market structure, and consumer protection. Designed for regulatory bodies, legislative processes, and legal proceedings.
Expert Witness
Independent expert testimony for courts, regulatory proceedings, and government inquiries. Previous engagements include royal commissions and U.S. district court proceedings.
Responsible Gambling
Program evaluation, strategic planning, and benchmarking — informed by experience as former Director of Social Responsibility at BCLC and Senior Researcher at the Responsible Gambling Council.
Research Foundation
Grounded in Scholarship
Our consulting is backed by a substantial body of peer-reviewed research in gambling economics, policy analysis, responsible gambling, and consumer behavior. Dr. Philander holds a tenured academic appointment and continues to publish actively — ensuring our advisory work reflects the latest evidence.
This matters because expert opinions need to withstand cross-examination, regulatory review, and academic critique. Ours do.
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