About Us

Michael Lorz - Owner

I have been in the gaming industry in ND for 25+ years now. I found out early in my career that this is the industry for me. My passion for this industry is watching charities grow and give back. To see the local baseball team, get new uniforms, or to see a soccer complex get built, makes it all worth it to me. I work with everyone involved in the organization, from the board members, gaming managers and site managers, to the gaming employees. I love who I work with, and I love the customers that I have, and now call friends. Many days, you will find me traveling across North Dakota, Minnesota, South Dakota, or Wyoming striving to get out to all sites and see as many people as I can.

I currently live in Oxbow with my wife Stephanie, and my three beautiful children Reagan, Grayson, and Lillian. If you know me, you know that Next Generation Gaming is a family first company. I love watching dance recitals, plays, hockey games, basketball, golf, and football or anything else that my kids are involved in. As you also may know about me, I love being outdoors hunting, fishing, golfing, and playing with the kids. There are many things in my life that drive me, and family and the outdoors are a couple of them.

Next Generation Gaming is a member of Allied Charities of Minnesota and I also sit on the North Dakota Gaming Advisory Board. As a company, we try to stay up on the current events in all our markets, so we can pass along the best knowledge possible to our customers. We do not know everything, and what we do not know, we will find out for you. We strive every day to be the best for our customers and to put customer service as our top priority. You will find our team out and about talking to you, not just dropping off product. We want to know what your needs are, and we will work together to make your organization make the most money possible, in order to fulfill your mission, vision, and values.

At Next Generation Gaming, we live by our visons, and values. Our Three P’s, as we call it, are People, Passion, and Purpose. And we LIVE to provide Loyalty, Integrity, Values, and Excellence.

Jay O'Connor - Vice President

I joined Mike Lorz and the NG Gaming team in February of 2017. 

I was born and raised in New Rockford ND  My parents still currently live and operate a small cattle farm west of New Rockford. After Graduating from high school, I attended MSU-Bottineau and Mayville State University. I earned a degree in elementary education as well as a minor in physical education. After teaching in two different school districts, I decided to join the charitable gaming industry. I currently live in Mayville with my wife, Mindy, and two children, Kennedy and Kellen. Both kids enjoy sports as well as many outdoor activities. My favorite pastimes are fishing, sports, and spending time with my family.

Working with charities daily to grow and run smoothly is my #1 goal.  Next Generation Gaming takes pride in making sure all our customers, big or small, get the same attention to all their gaming needs. If you need anything, please call or email me.

Janet Mueller : Office Manager 

Janet.M@NGGamingLLC.com

I was born and raised in the great state of Minnesota and have degrees in both accounting and business administration. As most of you already know, I met Mike when we both worked for a former distributor. When he decided he wanted to go out on his own, he asked me to join him in his new adventure. I said yes without hesitation.

All of Mike’s new team went into this new adventure pledging total customer satisfaction. As we have entered the new world of E-Tabs, we have continued to grow, learn and be the best in ND. We do have the best technicians in the field. Our salesmen are always available to take your calls and answer your questions. I have enjoyed working with all of you and look forward to our continued relationship.

Josh.P@NGGamingLLC.com

I joined Next Generation Gaming in October of 2017. Over the last 5+ years, I have enjoyed being part of a wonderful team that isn’t afraid to take on any task. Customer service is a huge priority for me and our whole team. Whether we are fixing issues at a current location or installing a new site, customer service and uptime are top priorities.

Before starting with Next Gaming, I lived in Eden, SD and worked eight years with Green Iron Equipment as an Integrated Solutions Specialist. I currently live in Fargo with my wife Bobbi and two children Parker(8) and Haddie(6). Away from work, I enjoy spending time in the great outdoors with family and friends.

I take great pride in the wonderful company I work for and realize that none of it would be possible without our great customers. Thank you all!!!

 

                    

     

  

Shane Bruns : Sales Manager-Minnesota  

701-540-7027   

Shane.B@NGGamingLLC.com

I have been working in the gaming industry with NG Gaming for 8+ years. Before that, I worked for several years in sales in the beverage industry. I am a Minnesota native, having grown up and graduated from high school in Walker and then from college at MSUM in Moorhead.  I now reside in Moorhead with my wife and two daughters. I spend a lot of my time in the great outdoors, traveling to Walker and around the beautiful state of Minnesota. 

I pride myself on hard work and top-notch customer service. I put dependability and my customer relationships as a top priority. I sincerely look forward to meeting you and helping you in your gaming needs.

 

 

Randy Fincher : Sales / Business Development

Randy.F@NGGamingLLC.com

For the last ten years, I have been fortunate to be with NG Gaming, but have extensive experience (31 years) in the gaming industry that began in 1992 working for the UND Athletic Club in Grand Forks. In 1994, I started my own gaming equipment repair business, PM Services. Additionally, I worked as a salesman for Borchert Distributing, LLC. for seven years.

My wife and I love to spend time at our lake cabin along with our adult children, grand-children, and great-granddaughter. I love to go fishing, boating, and 4-wheeling.

I really enjoy working with my customers and am always happy to help you with any of your gaming needs. If you need anything, I’m just a phone call or email, Fincher2@hotmail.com, away!

 

                    

     

  

Michelle Welder : Electronic Billing

701-391-3539

Michelle.W@NGGamingLLC.com

With over 33 years of gaming experience working as an auditor in the Gaming Division for the state, I joined the NG Gaming team in August 2018.

Originally from a small town in southwestern North Dakota (Mott), I currently reside in Bismarck. I am a CPA (retired) and do the billing and reporting for the electronic pull tabs for NGG. One of the perks of my position is that it allows me to continue to interact with gaming managers, accounting personnel for organizations, and Grover Gaming personnel. I’ve had a long-standing passion for the charitable gaming industry and its people. I’m finding it very interesting being on the “other side” of gaming and involved in the electronic pull tab activity.

In addition to being the proud mother of two children, I am an avid pinochle player and have conducted tournaments in Las Vegas for players from all over the United States and participate in state and local tournaments.

     

  

          

          

   

Shane Piatz : Warehouse Manager

701-532-3111

 Shane.P@NGGamingLLC.com

I joined the NG Gaming team over two years ago and am responsible for managing our NGG warehouses, filling & shipping our paper pull-tab orders, and tracking inventory for our ND products. I formally was an elementary physical education teacher and continue to officiate basketball games in the eastern ND area. My wife, Catlin, and I have two amazing sons, that keep us busy with all of their activities. I'm excited to be part of the NG Gaming team!

     

  

                             

        

 

Kari Lindblom - Sales & Marketing

218-329-1028

Kari.L@NGGamingLLC.com

                                               

Over five years ago, I retired from teaching math (I still miss the kids!) and was thrilled to start working with Mike Lorz and the Next Generation Gaming team. I really enjoy working with people and helping find the right products and solutions to fit your charitable gaming needs. Additionally, I am a trained and experienced service technician for e-tabs. Working hard and providing the best customer service is NGG’s and my highest priority!

  

I was born and raised in Moorhead MN, graduated from Moorhead High School and then went to NDSU, where I played volleyball for two years. I transferred to MSUM and earned my BS degree in Mathematics and Secondary Education. I grew up enjoying and appreciating the lakes area with my family during the summer at our Big Cormorant Lake cabin. I still love the lakes area and have made Lake Lida, near Pelican Rapids, my home for the last 22+ years with my husband, Barry. I enjoy spending time with my husband, three grown children, three grandkids, and our friends. We are also dog lovers and have a Large Munsterlander, who loves to play fetch, swim, and hunt pheasants..

  

We provide friendly and top-notch service and will help you save money for your organization, so that you can give back more to your communities and missions.

     

  

     

Jon Jorgensen - Sales / Business Development    

701-200-1876 

Jon.J@NGGamingLLC.com

                     

I have over 25 years of experience in the charitable gaming industry… the last 4 years as a charitable gaming salesperson for NGG. Before that I was a charitable gaming manager for several years, managing several gaming sites. I even got my start as a blackjack dealer. I have a passion for working in charitable gambling and know the most important thing is that we are here to help our communites.

I am a U.S. Army veteran of two deployments and a lifetime member of the VFW, as well as a member of AmVets. I have also been able to serve our local communities by being active with the Boys and Girls Club, as a board member. I’m excited to bring my experience and knowledge to team NGG. My goal is to provide great customer service to organizations in Minnesota and help you become even more successful. I am looking forward to meeting you all and helping any way I can.

     

  

            

     

Brad Stark - ND Sales / Business Development     

701-595-9866

Brad.S@NGGamingLLC.com

                                                         

I have been with NG gaming for 5 years. I've enjoyed my time as an E-tab service technician and  also my experiences with everyone I have met along the way.  I will be shifting from the E-tab tech side into a sales position for the central and western part of the state of ND.                                 

I live in Bismarck and during my spare time,  I enjoy the outdoors, by snowboarding or going to the lake.

I am looking forward to the opportunity to assist our customers and charities to deliver the products and service they need. 

  

     

  

 

 

Tanner Kirkeide - Head Service Technician

 218-770-1827

Tanner.K@NGGamingLLC.com

                           

I began working for Next Generation Gaming at the beginning of 2020 as a service technician.  I really enjoyed working on site with our customers to install, train and maintain our E-tab machines and systems. Now, as Head Technician, I am providing daily support and resources to ensure that all of our service techs will be the best team in the electronic pull tab business. I also manage our electronic pull-tab hardware and parts inventory, making sure our technicians have the parts and hardware needed to keep our customers downtime to a minimum.

I am originally from Herman MN, where I met my wife, Holly.  We now live in West Fargo. I enjoy snowmobiling, fishing, and helping out on our family farm during the busy season.

I am excited to be in my new role at NGG and will continue to ensure the best service to our ND charitable organizations, gaming managers and gaming staff.

     

 

Dustin Fincher - Service Technician

 218-275-3135

Dustin.F@NGGamingLLC.com

                                               

I provide service and maintenance for the electronic pull tab machines in the northeast corner of North Dakota.  I work onsite with charitable gaming staff to assist them with training and perform regular maintenance on the machines.  This is the first job I’ve really truly enjoyed.  My customers and co-workers have become a second family.  Working with my customers and providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to ensure success has become my passion. 

             

In my spare time I enjoy being at the camper, fishing, 4 wheeling, and having a Morgan under the stars. Along with my wife, Amanda, I have two sons, two daughters and one granddaughter. 

 

     

 

Sean Gallier - Service Technician

 701-240-9222

Sean.G@NGGamingLLC.com

                                               

I have been working for Next Generation Gaming for 5+ years. I provide service and maintenance for NGG's electronic pull tab machines in the northwest corner of North Dakota.  I also work at each site helping the charitable gaming and site staff with training and troubleshooting.  I live in Minot and in my spare time I enjoy doing outside activities and spending time with my young son. 

 

     

 

Lucas Callahan - Service Technician

 701-426-1423

Lucas.C@NGGamingLLC.com

                                               

I've worked for NG Gaming for 4+ years. As a service technician, I provide service and maintenance for NGG's electronic pull tab machines in the north-central area of North Dakota. Besides doing the installation and maintenance of NGG's E-tab systems, I also work onsite with charitable gaming staff and assist them with training and helping with troubleshooting any issues that may come up. I am from Minnewaukan and still live there. I enjoy sports, outdoor activities, and spending time with my family.

 

        

     

 

Ryan Sunram - Service Technician

701-371-5171

Ryan.S@NGGamingLLC.com

                                               

I am originally from Audubon, MN and went to college at MSUM in Moorhead and played football for the Dragons for 3 years. Before joining NGG, I worked for many years in the technology industry with 10 years focused in sales and development for a non-profit fundraising software company. My wife, Jennifer, and I currently reside in Kindred, ND and have two children. Our daughter, Jordyn, attends the University of Jamestown to study Exercise Science and play college soccer. Our son, Riley, plays football, basketball and track and field at Kindred HIgh School.

I joined NGG because of the sense of family and pride the employees have in taking care of their customers. It really isn’t "just a saying" at NGG, it is something that is focused on each and every day. We succeed if our customers are successful and it is exciting to be a part of this team.

 

                    

     

  

Logan Scott - Minnesota Sales

320-249-3834

Logan.S@NGGamingLLC.com

I’ve been part of teams my whole life. Whether sports, school, or volunteer, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the comradery and relationships that were built during those times and have some life-long friends as a result. I really enjoy working with NG Gaming to support our charities and to build positive relationships along the way.

I grew up in Foley, Minnesota. After graduating high school, I went to college in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. There, I was lucky enough to meet my girlfriend Nicky. We have two dogs, Lola and Juneau. I like to spend time in the metro area with Nicky’s family, fishing and hunting whenever the seasons allow, and going to breweries and wineries.

I am in the Twin Cities metro area most days of the week. Along with frequenting southern cities like Winona and Mankato, I also love being in Duluth as well as the drive there and back. I’ll be servicing the metro area, North to Duluth and South to Iowa. My phone number is 320-249-3834 and my email is logan.s@nggamingllc.com, feel free to call or email me any time, day or night. I hope to hear from you soon.

Mike Burner - Service Technician

 701-818-8225

Mike.B@NGGamingLLC.com

I’m from Minot, ND and graduated from Minot State University in finance and accounting. I currently live in Minot with my girlfriend, Jessie, and our 2 dogs, Rajah and Sable. I started working for NG Gaming the summer of 2022 and I provide service, maintenance and installation for electronic pull-tab machines in northwest ND and Minot area. On my off-time, I enjoy hunting, fishing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends at the lake. Other activities that I enjoy are skateboarding and snowboarding.

Pete Isakson - Sales & MN Warehouse Supervisor

 701-429-1995

I just recently joined the NG team at the beginning of 2023. I am very excited to start my career in the gaming industry! I am working with the Minnesota side in the warehouse, and making deliveries, along with learning the ropes to become a part of the sales team.

The majority of my life I have lived in Fargo (and currently still do), I also spend a lot of time at the family lake cabin near Park Rapids, MN. I attended NDSCS for electrical technology, and was formerly an electrician for 7 years. Most of my free time is spent enjoying the great outdoors; if it's hunting, fishing, hiking, or mountain biking, chances are that my yellow lab Piper will be with me as well!

Please don't hesitate to call, text or email me if you have any questions or wish to make an order!

Adam Christensen - Sales & MN Warehouse Supervisor

 701-306-0902

I grew up in Orono, MN and once I turned 15, I spent all my summers on staff at Many Point Scout Camp teaching kids skills like swimming, first-aid, and wilderness survival. After I graduated, I went to college at NDSU and completed my bachelor's degree in education. I taught Physics and Advanced Placement Physics for 17 years. I coach high school track and field in the spring, dedicating most of my time with the pole vaulters. In 2023, I was humbled by being named the North Dakota Assistant Coach of the Year.

I currently live in Fargo with my wife and 2 boys, Colton and Dylan. We love to spend the majority of our free time outdoors doing whatever fits the season. Fishing is a year-round conversation in my home, but we love to hunt birds with our two crazy Irish Setters.

I enjoy my role with Next Generation Gaming where I get the opportunity to learn about your charity, and how we can help maximize your impact!

Suzie Johnson - Minnesota Sales

 651-428-6760