IHostPoker Casino Parties

07/01/2025

🎲 Summer Fun, Big News, and Raising the Bar ☀️
We hope everyone is enjoying the summer months, soaking up the sun, and spending time with friends and family. Here at iHostPoker Casino Parties, we’re keeping the fun going—both at your events and behind the scenes.

This July, the best of the best in the casino party world are coming together in Las Vegas from July 13th to 16th for the annual National Association of Casino Party Operators (NACPO) Conference. This exclusive gathering brings together top casino party companies from across the country to share ideas, raise industry standards, and make your next private party, corporate event, charity fundraiser, or poker tournament even more unforgettable.

We’re proud to represent Houston and Southeast Texas as the only NACPO member in the region—a title we’ve earned through dedication, professionalism, and a passion for creating five-star casino experiences.

So, what sets a NACPO member apart?

Excellence is required—not optional
NACPO doesn’t accept just any casino party company. You must demonstrate top-tier quality in service, staffing, equipment, and customer satisfaction.

Experience matters
Members are leaders in their markets with a proven track record of delivering exceptional events.

Standards are high
From how we train our dealers to how we set up our tables, NACPO members follow a code of conduct and best practices that elevate every event.

Innovation never stops
The NACPO Conference is where we exchange fresh ideas and sharpen our skills—so our clients always get the latest, most entertaining casino experiences.

You’re in trusted hands
When you hire a NACPO member, you’re hiring a professional who takes your event just as seriously as you do.

We’re honored to be part of this elite group and excited to bring back new inspiration and ideas from Vegas to make your future events even better.

Here’s to a fun, safe summer—and as always, thank you for trusting iHostPoker Casino Parties with your most important celebrations.

🎰 All in for unforgettable events,

Bill Heuer
Founder / Owner
iHostPoker

07/01/2025

🎲 Summer Fun, Big News, and Raising the Bar 🎉

We hope everyone is enjoying the summer months, soaking up the sun, and spending time with friends and family. Here at iHostPoker Casino Parties, we're keeping the fun going—both at your events and behind the scenes.

This July, the best of the best in the casino party world are coming together in Las Vegas from July 13th to 16th for the annual National Association of Casino Party Operators (NACPO) Conference. This exclusive gathering brings together top casino party companies from across the country to share ideas, raise industry standards, and make your next private party, corporate event, charity fundraiser, or poker tournament even more unforgettable.

We’re proud to represent Houston and Southeast Texas as the only NACPO member in the region—a title we’ve earned through dedication, professionalism, and a passion for creating five-star casino experiences.

So, what sets a NACPO member apart?

Excellence is required—not optional
NACPO doesn’t accept just any casino party company. You must demonstrate top-tier quality in service, staffing, equipment, and customer satisfaction.

Experience matters
Members are leaders in their markets with a proven track record of delivering exceptional events.

Standards are high
From how we train our dealers to how we set up our tables, NACPO members follow a code of conduct and best practices that elevate every event.

Innovation never stops
The NACPO Conference is where we exchange fresh ideas and sharpen our skills—so our clients always get the latest, most entertaining casino experiences.

You're in trusted hands
When you hire a NACPO member, you’re hiring a professional who takes your event just as seriously as you do.

We’re honored to be part of this elite group and excited to bring back new inspiration and ideas from Vegas to make your future events even better.

Here’s to a fun, safe summer—and as always, thank you for trusting iHostPoker Casino Parties with your most important celebrations.

🎰 All in for unforgettable events,

Bill Heuer
Founder / Owner
iHostPoker

06/18/2025

Hosting a poker tournament at one of the tallest buildings in downtown Houston 🤩

06/17/2025

🎲 Planning a Casino-Themed Event? Here’s How to Choose the Right Vendor!
1. Go with local pros – Skip 1‑800 companies. Choose a vendor based in your area to avoid hidden subcontracting and inflated travel fees. Local experts know the venue logistics, traffic, and permits.  
2. Check for professionalism & experience – Look for vendors with a long track record and a robust portfolio (like iHostPoker, active since 2004).
3. Variety & quality matter – Ensure they offer diverse games (poker, blackjack, roulette, craps), top-tier tables and chips, and customizable touches (custom cards, chips, table felts). 
4. Friendly, trained staff – Pro dealers with positive reviews = better atmosphere and smoother flow.
5. Legal, insured, reliable – Verify they’re legit: licensed, collect tax, accept credit cards, and carry at least a $2M liability policy. 
6. Book early for holiday dates – Popular weekends (early December, NYE) sell out fast! Don’t wait until late September or October. 

💡 Pro tip: Think of them like your favorite restaurant—once their tables are booked, it’s too late!

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Whether for a corporate gala, fundraiser, or private bash, these tips will help you deal the perfect casino-night experience. 🃏✨

06/17/2025

🎲 Planning a Casino-Themed Event? Here’s How to Choose the Right Vendor!

1. Go with local pros – Skip 1‑800 companies. Choose a vendor based in your area to avoid hidden subcontracting and inflated travel fees. Local experts know the venue logistics, traffic, and permits.  

2. Check for professionalism & experience – Look for vendors with a long track record and a robust portfolio (like iHostPoker, active since 2004).

3. Variety & quality matter – Ensure they offer diverse games (poker, blackjack, roulette, craps), top-tier tables and chips, and customizable touches (custom cards, chips, table felts). 

4. Friendly, trained staff – Pro dealers with positive reviews = better atmosphere and smoother flow.

5. Legal, insured, reliable – Verify they’re legit: licensed, collect tax, accept credit cards, and carry at least a $2M liability policy. 

6. Book early for holiday dates – Popular weekends (early December, NYE) sell out fast! Don’t wait until late September or October. 

💡 Pro tip: Think of them like your favorite restaurant—once their tables are booked, it’s too late!

⸻

Whether for a corporate gala, fundraiser, or private bash, these tips will help you deal the perfect casino-night experience. 🃏✨

Have you been tasked with finding a casino party vendor to handle the casino portion of your corporate event, successful fundraiser, or private party, and do you need help figuring out where to start? Let us help you understand the differences between casino party vendors and ensure you ask the righ...

06/14/2025

🎉 Poker for a Purpose ♠️

Did you know that poker tournaments are one of the most exciting and effective ways to raise money for a great cause?

At iHostPoker Casino Parties, we’ve seen events grow from casual mixers to powerful fundraisers—and our tournaments are raising more money than ever for local charities.

✅ Host a game for 9 players or hundreds
✅ Perfect for social events, client mixers, neighborhood meetups, and fundraisers
✅ Our largest event just raised $2.1M for YES Prep Charter Schools!

Ready to go all in for your cause or next event? 🎯
Reach out to iHostPoker Casino Parties—the ONLY NACPO-certified provider in Houston & Southeast Texas—and let’s plan something unforgettable.

📩 DM us or visit iHostPoker.com to get started!

06/12/2025

Why You Should Avoid Venues That Restrict Your Casino Party Vendor Choice

Planning a successful casino-themed event takes more than just great food and a pretty room—it takes atmosphere, energy, and a seasoned entertainment team that knows how to keep your guests engaged and having fun. At iHostPoker Casino Parties, we’ve helped thousands of clients throw unforgettable casino events. But there’s one growing trend we feel compelled to warn our clients about: booking venues that restrict your choice of casino party vendor.
Some venues only allow you to use “approved” or “preferred” entertainment vendors. While that may sound harmless at first, it often leads to limited choices, reduced quality, and missed opportunities to give your guests a truly great experience. Here’s why it’s better to book a venue that lets you choose your preferred vendor—especially when that vendor is iHostPoker Casino Parties.

1. You Deserve the Best—Not Just Who’s on the List
At iHostPoker, we’ve built our reputation on reliability, experienced dealers, custom table setups, and a deep understanding of how to run an engaging casino night. Not all vendors on a venue’s “preferred list” are vetted for quality—sometimes, they’re just on the list because they pay a fee to be there. Choosing your own vendor means you can select the team you trust to deliver results.

2. Preferred Vendors Often Mean Higher Prices with Less Value
Let’s be honest: being a “preferred vendor” at a venue often comes with a kickback or commission arrangement, and those costs get passed on to you. You may end up paying more for less—less experience, fewer tables, and less flexibility. iHostPoker offers honest pricing, custom packages, and maximum value for your entertainment dollar.

3. Consistency and Experience Matter
When you’ve worked with iHostPoker before, you know what to expect—professional dealers, punctual setup, polished equipment, and smooth coordination. With a random in-house or venue-preferred vendor, you’re rolling the dice. If you’ve worked with us before, you know we bring consistency, creativity, and customer service to every event.

4. You’re the Client—You Should Have Control
This is your event. You’re footing the bill. You should be free to build your dream event with the vendors you know and trust. A venue that limits your choices is putting its interests before yours. That’s a red flag. Venues that respect your freedom of choice show that they put clients first—and those are the places worth working with.

5. You Miss Out on Customization and VIP-Level Service
iHostPoker specializes in tailored experiences: branded tables, custom layouts, themed décor, and more. Our focus is casino entertainment—not catering, room rentals, or venue management. When you're locked into a vendor with little flexibility, your event becomes cookie-cutter. We treat each event like it’s the only one on the calendar—and it shows.

6. We Work Seamlessly with Any Venue That Welcomes Us
We’ve worked in private homes, corporate buildings, hotels, country clubs, and rooftops. If your venue is open to outside vendors, we’ll make their life (and yours) easy. We’re experienced, insured, and known throughout the industry for professionalism. Our goal is always the same: to make your event fun, stress-free, and talked about for months afterward.

The Bottom Line

Before signing on with any venue, ask them this one question:
“Can I use the casino party company of my choice?”
If the answer is no, we strongly recommend you consider other venues. A flexible venue gives you the freedom to work with the best—and when it comes to casino parties, that means iHostPoker.

If you need help finding a venue that lets you decide which casino party company you want at your next event, please let us know and we will give you a list of friendly venues that would love to host your next event.

Let us help you create a night your guests will never forget—with the entertainment team you chose, not one you were stuck with.

06/06/2025

♠️ A Full House for a Worthy Cause ♥️

Celebrating Our 2nd Largest Poker Tournament of the Year!

We’re proud to shine a spotlight on one of our most impactful events, the annual Building New Foundations Poker Tournament. Over the years, we’ve had the honor of hosting this incredible event, watching it grow into what is now officially our 2nd largest tournament of the year. 🙌
And it’s no surprise why.

Building New Foundations is a Houston-based nonprofit with a powerful mission:
To create lasting, positive change in the of disadvantaged youth by nurturing their mental, emotional, physical, educational, and spiritual well-being — while also improving their environment.

Through the power of community, compassion, and commitment, they’re shaping brighter futures and we’re grateful to play a small role in that journey.

We’re already looking forward to next year’s tournament and the continued growth of this meaningful partnership. Until then, thank you to everyone who came out to support such an incredible cause. 🫶

06/06/2025

♠️ A Full House for a Worthy Cause ♥️

Celebrating Our 2nd Largest Poker Tournament of the Year!

We’re proud to shine a spotlight on one of our most impactful events, the annual Building New Foundations Poker Tournament. Over the years, we've had the honor of hosting this incredible event, watching it grow into what is now officially our 2nd largest tournament of the year. 🙌
And it's no surprise why.

Building New Foundations is a Houston-based nonprofit with a powerful mission:
To create lasting, positive change in the of disadvantaged youth by nurturing their mental, emotional, physical, educational, and spiritual well-being — while also improving their environment.

Through the power of community, compassion, and commitment, they’re shaping brighter futures and we're grateful to play a small role in that journey.

We’re already looking forward to next year’s tournament and the continued growth of this meaningful partnership. Until then, thank you to everyone who came out to support such an incredible cause. 🫶

06/02/2025

As we dive into June, we’re excited to remind you that iHostPoker Casino Parties is ready to bring the fun wherever you are (indoors, outdoors, and even poolside)! Whether you’re planning a summer bash under the stars or a corporate gathering in the A/C, our team is equipped to make it unforgettable. 🙌

We’re also working on some exciting upgrades, including brand-new casino tables and a fresh twist on how we entertain groups of all sizes. Stay tuned — there’s more fun on the way!

And to all the poker players heading to Las Vegas this month for the World Series of Poker — we’re cheering you on. Best of luck in the biggest poker tournaments on the planet!

Let’s deal you in this summer! ☀️
Here’s a look at how our December calendar is shaping up:
December 5th: 59% Sold Out
December 6th: 64% Sold Out
December 12th: 57% Sold Out
December 13th: 71% Sold Out

🎉 The holidays will be here before you know it!
Get ahead of the holiday hustle and plan something unforgettable.

Happy June from iHostPoker!

Warm regards,

Bill Heuer
Founder / Owner
iHostPoker

06/02/2025

Summer’s Heating Up & So Are the Parties! ☀️

As we dive into June, we’re excited to remind you that iHostPoker Casino Parties is ready to bring the fun wherever you are (indoors, outdoors, and even poolside)! Whether you're planning a summer bash under the stars or a corporate gathering in the A/C, our team is equipped to make it unforgettable. 🙌

We’re also working on some exciting upgrades, including brand-new casino tables and a fresh twist on how we entertain groups of all sizes. Stay tuned — there’s more fun on the way!

And to all the poker players heading to Las Vegas this month for the World Series of Poker — we’re cheering you on. Best of luck in the biggest poker tournaments on the planet!

Let’s deal you in this summer! ☀️
Here’s a look at how our December calendar is shaping up:
December 5th: 59% Sold Out
December 6th: 64% Sold Out
December 12th: 57% Sold Out
December 13th: 71% Sold Out

🎉 The holidays will be here before you know it!
Get ahead of the holiday hustle and plan something unforgettable.

Happy June from iHostPoker!

Warm regards,

Bill Heuer
Founder / Owner
iHostPoker

05/29/2025

Trust! ♥️

♠️♥️ Our Commitment to You♦️♣️

Dear Valued Customer,

At iHostPoker Casino Parties, we take pride in delivering unforgettable casino party experiences with professionalism and integrity. It has recently come to our attention that a couple of former employees may be contacting our valued clients, including you, using improperly obtained contact information to promote their own services.

We want to assure you that iHostPoker remains your trusted partner for all your casino party needs. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch service, high-quality equipment, and the fun, reliable experience you’ve come to expect from us. We’re here to make your next event a success, just as we always have.

If you receive any unsolicited communications from other casino party companies, particularly from individuals claiming familiarity with our business, we kindly ask that you:

Be Cautious
These individuals are not affiliated with iHostPoker, and their actions do not reflect our values or commitment to you.

Notify Us
Please forward any such emails, texts, or other messages to [email protected]. This will help us protect our community and maintain the trust we’ve built with you.

Contact Us Directly
If you’re planning your next casino party or have any questions, reach out to us at [email protected]. We’re here to ensure your event is everything you envision.

Your loyalty means the world to us, and we’re committed to earning it with every event we host. If you have any concerns or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here for you!

Thank you for choosing iHostPoker Casino Parties!
Warm regards,

Bill Heuer
Founder / Owner
iHostPoker Casino Parties