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Susan 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…
Read MoreJason Guyot, President and CEO, Foxwoods Resort Casino
What’s it like being the first Tribal member to take the reins of one of the most iconic gaming establishments in the U.S.? And how does it feel to lead during the most challenging time in the organization’s history? Today you’ll hear from Foxwoods Resort Casino’s President and CEO Jason Guyot. Jason told me that his…
Read MoreWhere Do We Insert FUN? Interview with Shannon Redmond, Rivers Casino Pittsburgh
You think we need some fun in our lives? For sure our guests do. And who do we call on when we need some ideas? That would be our very dear friend and super smart casino executive, Shannon Redmond, VP of Marketing, Rivers Casino Pittsburgh. Let me tell you about Shannon. We met her way…
Read MoreRaving Intro Programs to Drive Revenue and Reduce Costs
We’ve developed seven programs for a successful start to 2021. These programs will help you drive revenue and protect costs while you are operating with less staff, less players and less resources. These are low-cost programs starting designed to prepare you for 2021 and provide critical support now. These programs are only available for a limited time. We’ve created…
Read MoreFrom Las Vegas to Local’s Market: Mark Juliano Embraces the Opportunity
Talk about a change of scenery. Today’s guest went from a major destination market and “livin’ the life in Las Vegas” to embracing a new role in a local’s market in Washington! I know you’ll enjoy the spirit and enthusiasm of native Philly boy, Mark Juliano, Vice President of Player Development and Casino Marketing at…
Read MoreRaving Around the Christmas Tree
No live holiday shows? No concerts? No problem! The Raving team got the band back together for a very special rendition of “Raving Around the Christmas Tree” which we hope will give you a big smile as we head into the last two weeks of the year. You may not recognize all of our Solid…
Read MoreInterview with Pam Shaw, Congresswoman, Osage Nation Congress
When I think of women in leadership roles, I think of Pam Shaw. Pam was one of the first Native, female CEOs in the gaming industry. When I think of women who inspire and encourage others, both male and female, yet again, I think of Pam Shaw, who is the Chairwoman & Co-Founder of the…
Read MoreInterview with Rodney Ferguson, Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
What’s it like running an organization that is the largest tourist destination in the state with over six million visitors per year? And how do you do that in a city, Milwaukee, that has been a COVID hot spot? Today I chat with Rodney Ferguson, who has served as CEO and General Manager of Potawatomi…
Read MoreInterview with Libby Francisco, Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment
“Who would have guessed? Who would have known?” shared Libby Francisco, COO at Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment. In this interview, we chat quite extensively about the challenges of communicating, effectively and consistently, throughout a large enterprise of 2,600 team members. See, Libby oversees four properties, three properties in Southern Arizona and one in the…
Read MoreWhat’s Happening at NB3 Foundation this November!
It’s that time of year again! NB3FIT WEEK 2020 is only a month away and the Notah Begay III (NB3) Foundation is excited to once again call upon Tribes, Native-led organizations, urban Indian centers, schools and groups to host a VIRTUAL Native youth-centered physical activity, fitness and/or healthy activity event during NB3FIT WEEK, November 2-8, 2020.…
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