Isaiah Vivanco

Isaiah Vivanco, Chairman, Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians

We are located in California and are still trying to go through the compacting process for our gaming facility. It's been a lengthy process with the state.

Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on 2023 Momentum

This month, we spoke with five tribal leaders from across Indian Country about the greatest challenges and rewards this year, how strong...
Russell Buster Attebery

Russell “Buster” Attebery, Chairman, Karuk Tribe

Communicate early and often with your management team. Develop a policy that reflects a proper chain of command so all employees, upper-level to entry-level, feel they were involved in the solution.
Theresa Jackson

Theresa Jackson, Chief, Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe

We have continued to place an emphasis on education and access to skill development for our team members. We accomplish this using our internal training department that offers an array of industry-leading trainings and workshops.
Kenneth Kahn

Kenneth Kahn, Chairman, Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians

Kenneth Kahn, ChairmanSanta Ynez Band of Chumash IndiansChumash Casino Resort – Santa Ynez, CAchumashcasino.comchumash.gov CHALLENGES/REWARDS: In today’s climate, we...
Reid Milanovich

Reid D. Milanovich, Chairman, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians

Reid D. Milanovich, ChairmanAgua Caliente Band of Cahuilla IndiansAgua Caliente Casino Cathedral City – Cathedral City, CA; Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs...
Marshall Pierite

Marshall Pierite, Chairman, Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana

Marshall Pierite, ChairmanTunica-Biloxi Tribe of LouisianaParagon Casino Resort – Marksville, LAparagoncasinoresort.comtunicabiloxi.org CHALLENGES/REWARDS: As far as challenges go, we are...

Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on 2023 Development

This month, we spoke with three tribal leaders about the current challenges and rewards they are facing, how they promote strong leadership...
Leonard Forsman

Leonard Forsman, Chairman, Suquamish Tribe

We are working to combat climate change by de-carbonizing with the assistance of state and federal grants that support solar, electric vehicle charging, and energy conservation.
Martin Harvier

Martin Harvier, President, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

Casino Arizona and Talking Stick Resort are dedicated to creating employment opportunities for the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) and its enrolled community members. As such, the Pathways to Success Program is available to all enrolled community members from their first day of employment.

DruvStar Expands IP Portfolio with Canadian Patent Approval

LAS VEGAS, NV – DruvStar has been granted a new patent from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office for its flagship data safety...
Sault Ste. Marie Tribe

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe Releases Findings of Tribal Telehealth Study

SAULT STE. MARIE, MI – The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians has released the findings of a new telehealth study done in partnership with...
Harrah's Northern California

Harrah’s Northern California Casino First in Nation to Offer HotSeat Jackpot

IONE, CA – Harrah’s Northern California has become the first casino in the nation to offer HotSeat Jackpot – a player-funded drawing...
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AGA’s Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Announced

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Gaming Association (AGA) has announced the Gaming Hall of Fame Class of 2024, honoring three leaders who have made...