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Delaware North Adds Industry Veteran Jason Gregorec to Lead Expanding Gaming Business
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Delaware North, a global hospitality and entertainment company, after a national search has named industry veteran Jason Gregorec as the new President of its growing gaming division Gregorec, who has more than 30 years of gaming industry experience, will oversee a division that in recent y e a r s h a s d i v e r s i f i e d beyond its portfolio of r e g i o n a
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10 Reasons to Choose AMERIND’s Tribal Workers’ Compensation Program
1. Empowerment
A M E R I N D ’ s T r i b a l W o r k e r s ’
C o m p e n s a t i o n ( T W C ) p r o g r a m empowers tribal entities to take full control of their workers compensation to maintain sovereignty
2. Customization
AMERIND’s TWC program is specifically designed for tribal governments, businesses and housing authorities located within Indian Country
3. Flexibility
AMERIND’s TWC program is flexible and was built from the ground up AMERIND does not try to force
t r i b e s i n t o a “ o n e - s i z e - f i t s - a l l ” program AMERIND is interested
i n y o u r p r e f e r r e d a p p r o a c h t o covering employee injuries
4. Coverage
economies and elevating tribal sovereignty
8. Competitive
AMERIND’s TWC program is competitive with the other insurance companies that offer TWC programs
9. Tribal Values
Founded in 1986 as an act of unity among more than 400 tribes, AMERIND is the only 100 percent tribally owned insurance provider
10. Safety
Like state workers compensation systems, AMERIND’s TWC program covers medical expenses, lost wages, death benefits and permanent disability benefits
5. Adaptable
U n l i k e s t a t e w o r k e r s c o m p e n s a t i o n systems, however, our TWC program is a d a p t a b l e t o y o u r
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6. Control
The ultimate goal of AMERIND is to provide you with control of your program a n d t h e r e s o u r c e s t o r e d u c e y o u r employee injury expenses Creating a safe work environment not only protects employees, it helps your tribal g o v e r n m e n t a n d b u s i n e
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Get Ready to ‘Shimmy for the Money’ with Velvix
Velvix is announcing the launch of several new game titles this year, with a standout being the latest game-show themed title, “Shimmy for the Money”!
“Shimmy for the Money” immerses players in the electrifying atmosphere of a game show, complete with a host voiceover, enthusiastic cheering and more Players can choose from two unique games: “Shimmy for the Money – Nudge Master” and “Shimmy for the Money – Mystery Fever ” While similar in gameplay, each title boasts its own distinctive base game features
In “Nudge Master,” players experience random “nudges” on the game reels, awarding exciting line bonuses “Mystery Fever” features star symbols that transform into other scatter or wild symbols, with all star symbols on the screen changing to match for larger line wins
The true highlights of the game are two features available across both titles: “GoGo Disco” and “Shimmy for the Money ”
In “GoGo Disco,” players start with an initial count of three, four or five taps
A giant disco ball appears on the screen, and with each tap of the screen, players can win bonuses including credits, additional taps or even the grand jackpot The action is paired with lively sound effects and animations, sure to attract and excite nearby players
The “Shimmy for the Money” feature is Velvix’s latest addition to its signature community features This is acti-
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Apache Lonestar Casino Announces Expansion: Additional Gaming Space and Enhanced Dining Experience
Oklahoma, announces an expansion of its facilities, set to enhance the gaming and dining experience for its guests The expansion, scheduled for completion by the end of 2024, will add more than 2,000 square feet of gaming space and introduce additional seating, family dining and new menu options at the popular Lonestar Bar & Grill
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Casino to accommodate more gaming options, further solidifying its position as a top-tier entertainment destination in the greater Wichita Falls area With t h
h i n e s , s i x b l a c k j a c k t a b l e s , t h e expansion will introduce new games including Texas Hold ‘em ensuring that every guest finds something to enjoy.
“Our goal has always been to provide our guests with an exceptional experience,” said Kristopher Killsfirst Sr., Manager of Apache Lonestar Casino, LLC. “This expansion reflects our commitment to continually improving our offerings and providing more variety and excitement for our guests.”
Enhanced Dining at Lonestar Bar & Grill In addition to the gaming floor
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MGM Resorts International is making a bold leap toward its ambitious sustainability goals, signing a power purchase agreement with Escape Solar LLC that will more than double its access to clean solar electricity – an extraordinary stride toward a greener future The agreement will help propel the company closer to its goal of procuring 100% renewable electricity in North
A m e r i c a b y 2 0 3 0 A l r e a d y a g l o b a l leader in sustainability with the world’s largest direct connect solar array in the hospitality industry, MGM Resorts currently uses solar power for 90% of the total daytime needs at 11 of its iconic Las Vegas Strip properties This visionary 25-year compact will amplify the company’s renewable energy capabilities and extend production to cover 100% of those properties’ total daytime needs In addition, Escape Solar +’s battery storage will enable the extension of renewable power provided into the late afternoon and early evening hours to include uses such as exterior property lighting
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“This agreement is the next step toward the achievement of our climate goals. We have our eyes on meeting our science-based targets and goal of s o u
MGM Resorts “As we continue the journey toward greater sustainability, we remain dedicated to finding new ways to reduce our carbon footprint, conserve resources and inspire others to join in building a more sustainable world for generations to come ” In 2023, the company achieved two notable goals related to carbon emissions: reduce emissions by square foot by 45% by 2025 and reduce emissions per square foot by 50% by 2030 Since 2016, MGM Resorts has significantly reduced its carbon emissions t h r o u g h
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• 323,000-panel Mega Solar Array providing 100MW to MGM Resorts locations in Las Vegas
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Mandalay Bay Convention Center providing 8 3MW to that property
• 100-kW rooftop solar array to help power T-Mobile Arena
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The company strives to lead the hospitality industry in its response to a changing climate with transparency, accountability and actions informed by the latest climate science
Supplier Pronet Gaming has formed a
o n l i n e c a s i n o g a m e provider Phoenix 7.
The collaboration enables an expansion
o f P r o n e t G a m i n g ’ s platform, with Phoenix
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will provide a wider selection of games for operators in the Pronet Gaming netw o r k . T h i s w o u l d i n t u r n allow operators
w i t h i n t h e Pronet Gaming network to prov i d e P h o e n i x 7 ’ s g a m e s t o
t h e i r c u stomers. Alex Leese, Pronet Gaming Chief Executive
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“From the outset, Pronet Gaming demonstrated exceptional professionalism,” said Ondela Vundisa, Account Manager of Phoenix 7.
“Estuary is delighted to contribute to MGM Resorts’ industry-leading renewable energy objectives by supplying solar energy and battery capacity from our Escape Solar project,” said Jill Daniel, Chief Executive Officer of Estuary Power “MGM Resorts’ purchase of renewable energy from Escape will reduce carbon emissions by nearly 250,000 metric tons annually. In addition, Escape will generate substantial economic benefits for Lincoln County, Nevada as the first utility scale solar project in the county and will create over 250 well-paying construction jobs.” F o r m o
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“ T h e i r t e a m i s w e l l - v e r s e d i n achieving set objectives, making our c o l l a b o r a t i o n b o t h s m o o t h a n d rewarding
Pronet’s efforts to strengthen its platform were shown in an earlier partn e r s h i p w i t h B e t s o l u t i o n s , w o r k i n g together on “enhancing product development, integrating new features and expanding market reach ” P h o e n i x 7 a l s o p a r t n e r e d w i t h
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Wanna.com Welcomes Former Mandalay Bay and Luxor President and COO
Chuck
Bowling to Board of Directors
Wanna com, the innovative daily fantasy sports gaming platform, announces the appointment of Chuck Bowling, a 25-year executive with MGM Resorts
Operating Officer of Mandalay Bay and Luxor, to its Board of Directors. With an
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impressive career overseeing prestigious properties such as the Mandalay Bay, Delano, Four Seasons Las Vegas and Luxor, Bowling brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to our burgeoning enterprise.
Bowling’s extensive expertise in hospitality and gaming will be instru-
o n s through Tribal Care, a robust suite of services and solutions that includes health administration, pharmacy, medical stop-loss, wellness and PRC administration
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He replaces longtime gaming division President Brian Hansberry, who is now Group President of Gaming and will have an increased focus on strategy development and partnerships for continued growth of the portfolio.
Gregorec will oversee the gaming portfolio and all its operations, shaping the vision and strategy to focus on m a j o r r e v e n u e a n d p r o f i t s t r e a m s , client and consumer requirements, as well as new business opportunities, product and concept innovations and competitive advantage. He will work to continue driving profitable growth and effective investment in the current and potential global gaming portfolio.
“Jason Gregorec is a great addition to Delaware North, bringing an extensive background and more than 30 years of experience with some of the world’s leading gaming and hospitality c o m p a n i e s , ” s a i d A m y L a t i m e r , D e l a w a r e N
n g Officer and an Executive Vice President.
“ J a s o n w i l l w o r k c l o s e l y w i t h B r i a n Hansberry but also allow Brian to leverage his 40 years of senior-level leadership in the gaming industry to seek new opportunities for growth in the gaming sector ” G
Parlay, through this exciting phase of growth and development His leadership at MGM, where he was pivotal in enhancing guest
daily fantasy sports entertainment to users nationwide and internationally Bowling expressed his enthusiasm
stating, “I am honored to be part of Wanna com at such a pivotal moment in its journey The company’s innovative approach to fantasy sports gaming
great promise, and I am excited to contribute to its success and growth ”
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GN: How do you adapt your products to your customers’ needs?
EA: It takes a lot of research and development, which includes paying visits to casinos and observing the players sit, fidget and move while they are playing F o r e x a m p l e , o u r T e s l a s t y l e c h a i r accommodates the players who like to sit in their chair sideways or turned at a 90-degree angle There is no other way to meet the customers’ needs than to
Eldorado Resorts, where he served as S e n
G e n e r a l Manager for the past four years In that position Gregorec managed the financial performance, staffing and guest experience at Paris, Planet Hollywood and Horseshoe resorts, three state-ofthe-art casinos that boast globally recognized restaurants and facilities. He spearheaded the strategic revamping of the properties’ gaming and hospitality offerings, opening six new high-profile restaurants in the process, and led t h e r e m o d e l i n g a n d r e b r a n d i n g o f Bally’s Las Vegas into Horseshoe Las Vegas.
Entertainment, Gregorec served with JACK Entertainment as Chief Executive Officer and General Manager for the i c o n i c G r e e k t
design and construction of a $100 mill i o n r e n
m u n i t y d e v e l o pment efforts He also previously held
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GN: To what do you attribute your company’s success?
EA: Our companies’ success is mainly a t t r i b u t e d t o b e i n g i n n o v a t i v e a n d staying ahead of the competition We like to ensure comfort is the main focus without losing the aesthetics, as we know both are crucial in the purchasing process
GN: How do your products enhance your customer’s ability to compete in the marketplace?
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D e v e l o p m e n t H e s e r v e d f o r e i g h t years in the U S Army Reserves in the 1 2 t h S p e c i a l F o r c e s G r o u p a n d h a s served on various community and prof e s s i o n a l b o a r d s , i n c l u d i n g t h e Discovery Children’s Museum in Las V e g a s , a s V i c e C h a i r m a n o f the Casino Association of Indiana, Vice President of the Evansville Convention and Visitors Bureau and as Executive Sponsor of the Caesars Entertainment African American Business Group.
U n d e r H a n s b e r r y , D e l a w a r e North’s gaming business has continued to grow and become increasingly diversified since he became its president in 2013.
In addition to seven U.S. and one Australian casinos, all but one of which is fully or jointly owned, Delaware North owns and operates two poker rooms i n F l o r i d a ; G a m i n g E n t e r t a i n m e n t Management (GEM), a route gaming business in Illinois; and an off-track betting network in Arizona. The company’s interactive gaming division, Gamewise, operates mobile sports betting in four states and iGaming in one state (West Virginia) Delaware North also owns and operates Ruby Seven Studios, a leading online social casino gaming company
In recent years, Delaware North developed a $320 million expansion of its Southland Casino Hotel in Arkansas a n d a c q u i r e d a c h a r i t a
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Delaware North is also the main consultant to the Catawba Nation for t h e o p e r a t i o n o f a t e m p o r a r y casino and the development and mana g e m e n t o f a $ 7 0 0 million permanent casino resort outside of Charlotte, North Caroline, which broke ground in June. F
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