Leo Games traces 80-year family history, highlights community donations and tech shifts

On Blair County Beat, Jim Gregory and Katie Deo Link described Leo Games''s transition from early peanut and jukebox machines to an 80-year family business that now distributes modern amusement and skill-game systems and emphasizes customer service and community giving.

Gregory, who identified his title as director of business development and customer relations, said the company''s service model includes a 24/7 service team and a commitment to keeping machines operational for partner businesses. He and Deo Link discussed technological changes in the industry, notably the shift from handing out cash to using redemption-ticket systems (referred to as TRTs) that print a code and reduce on-site loose cash, which they described as a security and safety improvement.

The guests described local philanthropy as a central part of the company's identity. They recounted pooled donations of about $90,000 to support 30 volunteer fire companies (approximately $3,000 apiece), sponsorships for breast-cancer fundraising events, support for International Overdose Awareness Day in Blair County and donations of equipment to local EMS organizations. Deo Link said the family business view of giving back "fills our cup of joy" and that employees and non-family co-workers feel like family.

Gregory also discussed business growth: the company estimates distributing roughly 2,000 machines and reports recent installs even after the court decision news. The guests said multi-generation continuity (four generations tied to the company) and mentorship within the family have supported adaptability and company culture.

The interview combined personal reflections with operational detail; it did not present independent verification of donation totals or the company's machine count beyond the guests' statements. The host closed by thanking the guests and inviting them back to provide updates.