Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on Gaming, Legislation and Leadership Development
Four tribal leaders share how gaming revenues have benefited their tribe and community; the initiatives and goals for their gaming enterprises; legislative/political...
Jamie Stuck, Chairman, Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi
Much like the majority of businesses in the hospitality industry, macroeconomic conditions will be playing a significant factor in operations this year.
Delores Pigsley, Tribal Chairman, Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
We practice all of the same protocols for COVID-19 health and safety as we did before. It's been challenging, but we've enjoyed good revenue so far this year.
Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on Leadership and Development
This month, we spoke with three tribal leaders about the current challenges and rewards they are facing, how they promote strong leadership...
James Gessner, Chairman, Mohegan Tribe
Spirit of Aquai is a philosophy that guides our tribe and our businesses. It is a spirit of welcoming, cooperation, and mutual respect.
Temet A. Aguilar, Tribal Chairman, Pauma Band of Luiseño Indians
COVID-19 has impacted us financially, socially, physically, and emotionally. We have had the challenge of paying bills and taking care of our tribal members as well as employees, when no revenue was coming in due to business closures.
Terry Rambler, Chairman, San Carlos Apache Tribe
Our Council declared a state of emergency back in March and had zero COVID-19 positive cases on our reservation until May 27, largely because of strict mitigation measures. Since then, we have seen two surges and a recent softening in numbers.
Janet K. Bill, Chairperson, Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians
Our tribe encourages strong leadership within our casino and all our entities. From our tribal youth education and scholarship programs to our internship opportunities, we recognize the importance of creating leadership development initiatives for our tribal members.
Keith B. Anderson, Chairman, Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
At the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC), we have been fortunate to have an incredible team helping us navigate the uncertainties of the pandemic. The past year has required a lot of flexibility, creativity and perseverance.
Anthony Roberts, Chairman, Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation
Anthony Roberts, ChairmanYocha Dehe Wintun NationCache Creek Casino Resort – Brooks, CAcachecreek.com / yochadehe.gov
BENEFITS OF GAMING: Tribal gaming has...