In the latest commentary for Macau Business opinion insight, our Managing Director Ms. Mary Mendoza reflects on how AI is reshaping leadership expectations across Macau’s tourism, hospitality, and gaming sectors and to rethink their roles as artificial intelligence accelerates across global industries. Drawing from insights at WAIC 2026, she highlights how emerging technologies demand not only technical fluency but a renewed commitment to “Magnifica Humanitas” the philosophy

Macau's junket-driven VIP model once 66% of GGR has collapsed to 26% as licensed promoters plummet from 235 to just 29. Anita Tseng's SiGMA News report documents this seismic shift, but as Mary Mendoza of Platinum Strategic Consulting Group emphasizes, the real story is operational. "The core challenge is margin quality versus volume," Ms. Mary Mendoza explains. VIP play was high-risk but extremely efficient in yield per player. Replacing it demands far more visitors, suppo

The Ask China – Macau Edition 2026 dialogue, was hosted by American Chamber of Commerce Macau (AmCham) in collaboration with CGTN, and title sponsorship from Wynn Macau, Limited. Convened leading chambers of commerce, business associations, and representatives from Macau’s integrated resort operators to explore national alignment and Macau’s next development phase. As a participating delegate, Mary Mendoza, Managing Director of The Platinum Ltd, joined business leaders in rea

The Platinum Ltd consulting partner Andrew Klebanow continues to shape industry dialogue with his insights. In the May edition of Global Gaming Business Magazine, Marjorie Preston’s cover story “Japan: Still the Promised Land?” revisits the surge of optimism following Japan’s 2018 gaming legislation and the slowdown that followed the pandemic. As operators eye two remaining gaming licenses expected to open for bid in 2027, Preston features perspectives from leading experts —

In a recent insight for Macau Business, our Managing Director Ms. Mary Mendoza explores how Macau’s Portuguese and Macanese heritage can be leveraged as strategic capital within the GBA, strengthening cultural authenticity, destination competitiveness, and long‑term regional tourism development. . . . Access full insights: macaubusiness.com/opinion-gba-tourism-rethinking-macaus-portuguese-and-macanese-heritage-as-strategic-capital/ . . . #GBATourism #ChinasGreaterBay #MacauTo

The 55th Skål International Asia Congress concluded in Macao with resounding success, bringing together 198 delegates from 18 countries and regions across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Hosted by Skål International Macau with the support of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), sponsored by SJM Resorts, S.A., venue partner Grand Lisboa Palace, other key industry partners such as IPIM, Lord Stows, TDM , Macau Business, and other key industry partners,

The Platinum Ltd wishes you prosperity and triumph throughout 2026.

The University of Saint Joseph (USJ) Macao achieved a significant milestone with the successful hosting of its first International Students Solidarity Fund Fundraising Dinner, an event that brought together academic leaders, industry partners, and community supporters in a shared commitment to expanding educational access for international students facing financial hardship.

Changsha’s rising prominence as an industrial, cultural, and tourism hub was underscored during a four‑day business mission by the CCILC Macau Delegation from 15–18 January. Led by CCILC President Mr. Carlos Cid Alvares, who also serves as CEO of Banco Nacional Ultramarino (BNU), the mission brought representation of Macau’s business and institutional community. The delegation included Mr. Sam Tou, Ms. Catarina Cottinelli, Mr. Filipe Santos, Ms. Mary Mendoza, Mr. Joao Li, Ms.

The Platinum Ltd is pleased to announce that Ms. Alice (Lili) Costa, a distinguished member of our Advisory Board at PLATiNUM, will be showcasing her highly anticipated solo art exhibition,"FLOW," with its grand opening scheduled for January 8.

The Platinum Ltd at Hong Kong FinTech Week 2025: Fostering Growth, Collaboration, and Sector Transformation

Charting a visionary path for Lusophone tourism where heritage meets hospitality economics.

Asia’s gaming industry is undergoing a wave of regulatory reform, with governments tightening oversight and reshaping compliance frameworks. In this SiGMA feature, experts weigh in on the implications for operators across Asia and Europe.

Bangkok, Thailand: On August 13-15, 2025 The SPiCE Southeast Asia event held at The Landmark Bangkok brought together online and...

The region’s most influential voices in gaming, entertainment complex, integrated resorts, and casino-hospitality-tourism, will converge at The Landmark Bangkok, Thailand on 13–15 August 2025.

Paul Pei, Consulting Partner at The Platinum Strategic Consulting Group, recently offered his insights on Ocean Park Hong Kong in an in-depth interview with Brett Ellison of Ride Creator Media.

Cruise casinos are no longer just entertainment add-ons—they’re redefining Asia’s gaming-tourism landscape, inspired by the Caribbean’s proven model.

Cruise casinos have transitioned from mere onboard attractions to becoming key revenue generators within the global gaming-tourism sector.

The Platinum Ltd reaffirms its commitment to fostering local entrepreneurship through active participation in the Startup Mentorship Program 2025, co-hosted by the France Macau Chamber of Commerce (FMCC) and the Macao Startup Club.

The Platinum Ltd is pleased to announce that Andrew Klebanow, Consulting Partner, has recently published a new article in Casino Style Magazine titled “Where Are the Greenfields?"