The Kyprock Group stands as the preeminent authority in corporate growth strategy and omnichannel delivery for the gaming and entertainment sectors.

With extensive experience across both traditional land-based and digital gaming markets, Kyprock has uniquely positioned itself to help partners succeed in regulated gaming entertainment.

For tribal and commercial gaming operators, future growth will come from understanding the intersection of traditional and digital channels.

The Kyprock Group’s proven approach, is rooted in its deep understanding of global gaming trends, regulatory changes and player behaviour.  It’s partner’s global operating experience, enables Kyprock to offer insights that are both locally relevant and internationally informed.

Leadership

Jonathan Pettemerides
Managing Partner

An internationally experienced commercial leadership executive, who has been at the forefront of the development and delivery of omnichannel strategy, in the most advanced multi-channel regulated markets. Jonathan has over eighteen years of international experience gained across publicly listed boardrooms, vendors, and operators across Asia, Europe, and North America.

Jeremy Tyra

Jeremy Tyra
Founding Partner

An accomplished leadership executive with over twenty years of gaming industry experience, which includes roles across finance, executive management and product innovation. Jeremy has deep and trusted relationships in the Native American and charitable gaming sectors in the United States. He is the recognized independent industry leader in the delivery of class II systems and games, that are compliant with tribal regulations.

Kyprock Capital invests strategically in gaming innovation. From game development, advanced platform solutions to data analytics and beyond, we help resolve multichannel operating challenges by investing in cutting-edge products and services that enhance the player experience.

Kyprock Capital takes an active growth involvement in its investments and is further supported by advisory boards, made up of leading experts within the focus market, to help portfolio companies execute locally.

Building on a 40 year
tribal gaming investment legacy

“We proudly support Kyprock Capital and their commitment to continue Gordons’ history of empowering Native American communities, through gaming innovation”

Elizabeth Graves Tarter,

Graves Family Foundation

Mr. Gordon Graves is the grandfather of Kyprock Capital, general partner, Jeremy Tyra.

He is frequently referred to as the father of Indian Gaming.

tribal innovation fund(s)
advisory board members

We are honoured that Kyprock Capital, Tribal Innovation Funds and its portfolio investment companies, benefit from the support of our advisory board. The board is chaired by Kyprock partners and is made up from some of the finest minds in the industry.

Mr. Tom Foley
Advisory Board Member,
Legal Counsel

One of the nation’s foremost Indian gaming attorneys, Tom provides legal and business counsel to tribal governments and their tribal agencies, along with casino management and development companies, gaming equipment vendors, and financial institutions in connection with matters related to federal, state and tribal regulatory compliance, financing, taxation, Indian lands and i-gaming issues.

His Indian gaming business counsel services include counselling related to the NIGC approval process and BIA fee-to-trust land transfers, negotiating and advising in connection with tribal–state gaming compacts, assisting tribal gaming commissions with NIGC and state gaming regulatory compliance, assisting gaming equipment vendors with NIGC and tribal regulatory compliance, and serving as legal counsel to tribal gaming commissions. Tom is also a qualified neutral for Arbitration for Civil matters under Rule 114 in Minnesota.

Over the last 20 years, Tom has earned an exceptional standing with the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), the U.S. Justice Department and the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) in assisting tribal clients and commercial businesses through various administrative law and public policy issues, and has a robust governmental/public policy practice working with state & federal officials, Congressional members and staff and executive agencies on behalf of tribes, tribal enterprises and non-tribal companies with respect to a wide range of Indian country issues and business initiatives.

Tom’s extensive public-sector experience includes a three-year term on the National Indian Gaming Commission, including serving as Vice Chairman and Acting Chairman.

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Mrs. Valerie Spicer
Advisory Board Member,
Tribal Market Insights

Valerie Spicer’s contributions to the gaming industry have been recognized through various accolades, such as being named a “Great Woman of Gaming, Proven Leader” by Casino Enterprise Management Magazine and one of the “Top 25 People to Watch” by Global Gaming Magazine. She also serves as an Advisory Board Member to the National Council on Problem Gambling, showcasing her commitment to responsible gaming practices.

Valerie Spicer’s extensive experience, dedication to Tribal gaming, and industry recognition make her a valuable asset in advancing the interests of Tribes and business entities within the gaming sector.

Mr. William Griffiths
Advisory Board Member,
Digital Gaming

William has over twenty years of international marketing and operating experience for leading online gaming companies.

His marketing company, The Level Media, has a range of tier one commercial and tribal gaming customers in North America and beyond.

He is currently a digital gaming consultant to prominent tribes including Mohegan and Pechanga, advising on their digital gaming strategies.

As the gaming industry moves toward an increasingly digital-first approach, Kyprock & Partners remains committed to shaping the future of gaming entertainment by offering best-in-class corporate growth strategies, technology services, and market access solutions.

We are dedicated to helping gaming operators stay at the forefront of innovation while maintaining compliance with evolving regulatory standards.

Our role goes beyond traditional advisory—it is about empowering operators to navigate complexity, unlock new opportunities, and realize scalable growth in an increasingly digital, omnichannel world. Whether you are exploring new digital avenues, seeking market entry strategies, or expanding your technology infrastructure, Kyprock & Partners offers the expertise, global perspective, and partner network needed to thrive.

Kyprock & Partners strategic advisory services are confidentially utilized by private equity firms to define gaming investment turnaround strategies, gaming operators and vendors for market entry assessments and optimal entry routes, and out-of-sector firms exploring opportunities in the gaming entertainment space. Our clients also include regulators, family offices and governments.

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