Posts by Raving
Organizational Communication: Finding a Powerful Tool to Overcome Our Biggest Frustration
“Nobody told me.” How many times have we heard that from a colleague or team member, after you knew darned well you did everything to get the information in their hands? It’s frustrating, right? We know that successful communication in our organizations can be measured and connected to guest satisfaction; yet still, we struggle. Listen…
Read MoreTribal Casinos & Music Fans Come Together to Raise $10K for Native Youth
What do you get when you bring together Tribal casinos, famous music acts, 15 autographed guitars, and a worthy cause? A rockin’ fundraiser raising critical dollars for the Notah Begay III Foundation. The Native Strong Comedy Slam added a new element in its sixth year, a 100% virtual, on-line guitar auction. Tribal casinos from across…
Read MoreLawrence Levy, CEO, Ainsworth @ NIGA 2021
After an unprecedented transition period for casinos and specifically the Tribal market, how has Ainsworth’s strategy changed to meet the needs of today’s players? Their solution, bringing the floor back with a focus on games that perform the best. Lawrence Levy, CEO, Ainsworth, talks about their full suite of new games, plus the new A-STAR Curve XL cabinet. This new…
Read MoreNIGA 2021 Photo Gallery
Photos from the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention (NIGA), July 19 – 22, 2021 at Caeasars Forum, Las Vegas, NV.
Read MoreHow a Grassroots Soccer Program Inspired a National Award-winning, Native-led Non-profit
Deana Scott, Raving CEO and Notah Begay III, Founder of the Notah Begay III Foundation talk about the inspiration behind the non-profit and how it has stayed true to its core mission after 15+ years serving Native children In today’s interview, we sat down with Notah Begay III, Founder of the Notah Begay III (NB3)…
Read MoreRaving’s Got (NEW) Talent!
Have you ever wondered just how hard it would be to judge a talent show? To find the next “superstar”? Well, let me tell you, it’s tough. But we did it. We found TWO as we just finalized our search for the next “Ravers.” There was extremely tough competition, as the quality and experience of…
Read MoreLeadership During Crisis: Part II – Brian Parrish, Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprises
Will your core values stand the test of a true crisis? This is one of many topics Brian Parrish, Interim CEO, Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprises and I discussed in part two of our interview (make sure to watch part one if you missed it). Brian states, “Until your values are really put to the test, it’s easy…
Read MoreShifting Gears: Getting Food and Supplies to Native Communities in Need during Covid-19
During 2020, the Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation began the year with new ideas and ambitious plans for events and programs. When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the state of New Mexico, it was clear that those plans needed to be reevaluated. Our team quickly shifted focus from direct youth programs to responding to the…
Read MoreInterview with Ray Pineault, Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment
Even during the darkest of times that especially impacted our hard-hit gaming and hospitality industry, Tribes have pushed forward with expansion and diversification plans. Through reimagining their organizations, they are ensuring long-term success for future generations. Mohegan Sun is one of those organizations. In today’s interview, I had the opportunity to speak with Ray Pineault, Interim Chief Executive…
Read MoreSusan Jensen, Executive Director, CNIGA
For those of you new to the industry, it may seem like the Tribal casinos we know today have been around forever. Some of us old-timers remember when they were temporary sprung structures, not like the many luxury, four-star resorts they are today. The transition to legal gambling for Tribes and the collective efforts and…
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