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Above the Felt Partners with Potawatomi Casino Hotel for Poker Room Grand Opening

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Above the Felt, the leading poker and gaming marketing and talent agency, has announced a partnership with Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the grand opening of their state-of-the-art poker room this May.

This collaboration marks a significant experiential poker event in the Mid-West US, bringing together top players, personalities, and content creators with regional players for an unforgettable poker room grand opening.

The main poker room grand opening event, scheduled for Thursday, May 2, promises an electrifying atmosphere with the presence of three powerful figures in the poker industry: Matt Berkey, Jamie Kerstetter, and Jaman Burton. Each bringing their unique personalities and expertise to the tables, the group is set to host a special meet-up cash game, offering poker players an exclusive opportunity to engage and play with their poker favorites.

“We are proud to join forces with Potawatomi Casino Hotel to celebrate this occasion. This partnership underscores our shared commitment to enhancing the poker experience for poker players in the region by bringing together top poker talent to interact with players, fans, and followers alike,” Tom Wheaton, Founder & CEO at Above the Felt, said.

Michael Hall, Director of Table Games at Potawatomi Casino, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Above the Felt for the grand opening of our new poker room. This event marks a significant milestone for Potawatomi Casino Hotel, and we look forward to providing an unparalleled experience for poker enthusiasts with Matt, Jamie, Jaman and Tom on-site.”

Matt Berkey, known for his high-stakes poker skill and award-winning Only Friends podcast, said: “I’m honored to be part of the poker room grand opening festivities at Potawatomi Casino Hotel. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow poker enthusiasts at their typical stakes and share in the competition of the game together.”

Jamie Kerstetter, a prominent broadcaster and player in the poker industry, added: “Events like these are essential for fostering camaraderie and excitement within the poker community. I can’t wait to engage with fans and create memorable experiences together.”

Jaman Burton, an award-winning poker content creator and YouTube vlogger, said: “I’m excited to be partnering with Potawatomi Casino Hotel, one of the leading casinos and newest poker rooms in the state of Wisconsin. It will be a lot of fun to share my passion for poker and connect with fellow players in such an immersive setting.”

Thursday, May 2, attendees can anticipate a fun day filled with poker action, engaging conversations, and unforgettable moments as players experience the fusion of skill, strategy, and entertainment unfold on the felt during the Potawatomi poker room grand opening meet-up game beginning at 12 pm.

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