Tropicana Entertainment Inc.
Industry: Company
DescriptionTropicana Entertainment Inc. was a publicly traded gaming company that owned and operated casinos and resorts in Indiana, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, Missouri, New Jersey, and Aruba. Tropicana properties collectively had approximately 5,500 rooms, 8,000 slot positions and 270 table games. Headquarters: Reno, NV Traded as: OTCQB: TPCA Defunct: October 1, 2018 Founded: March 8, 2010 Parent organization: Eldorado Resorts Subsidiaries: Tropicana Express, Inc., CASINO ONE CORP,
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Tropicana Entertainment Inc. Employees
Icahn Enterprises November 2010 - Present
Acf Industries July 2015 - Present
Ferrous Resources Limited June 2015 - Present
Herbalife April 2014 - Present
Cadus Corporation March 2014 - Present
Cadus Corporation February 2014 - Present
Federal-Mogul Corporation October 2012 - Present
PSC Metals May 2012 - Present
XO Communications September 2011 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. March 2010 - Present
Skills
Private Equity, Contract Negotiation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Sourcing, Management, Outsourcing, Procurement, Executive Management, Management Consulting, Negotiation, Change Management, Start-ups, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Planning, Sourcing, Business Strategy, Business Transformation, ERP, Corporate Governance, SAP, Business Planning, Restructuring, International Business, Operations Management, Process Improvement, SG&A, Cross-functional Team..., Acquisition Integration, Strategy, Business Process..., Due Diligence, Business Development, P&L Management, Turn Around Management, Cost Reduction, Operations, Real Estate, Portfolio Management
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School 2000 — 2003
Certificate in Executive Development
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management 2001 — 2001
post graduate continuing studies
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business 2000 — 2000
post-graduate continuing studies
Georgetown University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BS) and Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Ransom Everglades 1988 — 1993
High School
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2014 - Present
Pinnacle Entertainment 2012 - 2013
City Gear December 2011 - May 2012
Sprint May 2009 - July 2011
RadioShack October 2007 - April 2009
Circuit City March 2006 - October 2008
Foot Locker April 2005 - March 2007
Finish Line December 2003 - April 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Management, Security, Mobile Technology
Education
McNeese State University 2004 — 2008
Business Administration and Management, General
Barbe High School 2000 — 2004
High School, General Studies
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. September 2007 - November 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Windows, Event Planning, Time Management
Education
University of Nevada-Reno 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication Studies
Truckee Meadows Community College 2010 — 2013
Associate of Arts (AA)
Truckee Meadows Community College 2010 — 2013
Associates of Applied Science, Pre-Law Studies / Paralegal
Boyd Gaming March 2007 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. March 2009 - March 2010
Columbia Sussex March 2007 - March 2008
Skills
VIP, Gaming, Online Gambling, Online Gaming, Loyalty Programs, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Industry, Team Building, Database Marketing, Budgets, Direct Marketing, Pre-opening, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing Strategy, Restaurants, Customer Acquisition, Process Scheduler, Marketing
Education
Instituto Universitario de Historia de Colombia 1972 — 1980
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. July 1999 - Present
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Camden 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science
Atlantic Cape Community College 2010 — 2013
Courtyard St. Louis Downtown/Convention Center March 2015 - Present
Hilton Garden Inn St. Louis/O'Fallon March 2014 - March 2015
Hilton Garden Inn St. Louis Airport May 2013 - February 2014
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark September 2012 - May 2013
Hilton St. Louis Airport-LM Services June 2010 - September 2012
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 2009 - 2010
Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center February 2008 - May 2009
Hilton Baton Rouge Capital Center January 2007 - February 2008
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC 2004 - 2007
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2012
M.S., Business Administration
Grambling State University 1994 — 1999
B.S., Business Management
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2015 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2013 - June 2015
Walmart June 2010 - November 2012
Walmart July 2006 - June 2010
Walmart May 2004 - July 2006
Skills
Physical Security, Private Investigations, Interrogation, Internal Investigations, Surveillance, Asset Protection, Enforcement, Investigation, Firearms, Criminal Investigations, Loss Prevention, Security Management, Criminal Justice, Security Operations, Workplace Violence, Interrogation Techniques, CCTV, Risk Assessment, Organized Retail Crime, Security, Training, Policy, Fraud, Protection, Background Checks, Team Building, Law Enforcement
Education
Indiana State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Music Performance, General
Cloverdale High School
Honors diploma, General Studies
Churchill Downs October 2014 - May 2015
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2008 - September 2012
SUPERVALU March 1985 - January 2008
Education
Mississippi Delta Community College 1983 — 1985
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Mississippi Delta Community College 1981 — 1983
Associate of Arts (AA), Accounting
Morongo Casino Resort & Spa July 2013 - Present
Penn National Gaming November 2010 - July 2013
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 2008 - 2010
Olympia Gaming 2006 - 2008
Boyd Gaming 2003 - 2006
Caesars Palace 2001 - 2003
Paris Las Vegas / Bally's 1994 - 2001
Skills
Employee Benefits, Casino, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Leadership, Labor Relations, Hospitality, Hotels, Budgets, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Gaming Industry, Employee Engagement, Hiring, Training, Resorts, Succession Planning, Poker, Organizational..., Gambling, Team Building, Policy, Onboarding, Deferred Compensation, FMLA, Strategic Planning, Recruiting, Performance Management, Payroll, Casino Gaming, Food & Beverage, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Interviews, Workforce Planning, Gaming, Employee Training, Applicant Tracking..., HR Policies, Employee Recognition, Online Gambling, Personnel Management, Conflict Resolution, Employee Handbooks, Kronos
Education
Arizona State University 1986 — 1989
University of Phoenix
BSBA, Finance
The Venetian I The Palazzo, Resort Hotel & Casino I Las Vegas Sands Corp. September 2015 - Present
Affinity Gaming, LLC December 2014 - September 2015
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2014 - December 2014
Pinnacle Entertainment November 2011 - April 2014
Isle of Capri Casino 2006 - 2011
Unlimited Opportunities, Inc 2003 - 2006
Skills
Casino, Technical Support, Windows XP, Computer Hardware, System Administration, Active Directory, XP, Hardware, Windows 7, Servers, Hospitality, Microsoft Exchange, Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, Resorts, IBM iSeries, Dell Computers, Software Documentation, ACSC, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Security, Windows Server, Training, Visio, Network Administration, Database Administration, VMware, Online Gaming, Access
Education
College of the Ozarks 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
HR Generalist August 2015 - Present
Vail Resorts September 2013 - August 2015
Vail Resorts July 2013 - September 2013
Vail Resorts October 2010 - April 2013
Basecamp Hotels May 2012 - September 2012
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2011 - September 2011
KenMont / KenWood Camps July 2007 - September 2011
Northeastern University January 2009 - March 2010
Northeastern University July 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Digital Photography, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Social Media, Training, OS X, PeopleSoft, Recruiting, Interviews, Applicant Tracking..., Social Networking, Human Resources, Marketing
Education
Northeastern University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Graphic Design, magna cum laude
Northeastern University 2010 — 2010
Study Abroad
American University of Paris 2008 — 2008
Study Abroad
Northeastern University 2008 — 2008
Study Abroad
Salve Regina University 2006 — 2007
Graphic Design, Interactive Communication Technology
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. July 2014 - Present
Electric Lady Studios January 2014 - June 2014
Cure Thrift Shop March 2014 - May 2014
Hard Rock Cafe June 2013 - August 2013
Shaw's Supermarkets October 2007 - June 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Research, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Customer Service, Photoshop, Editing, Teaching, Teamwork, Event Planning, English, HTML, Windows, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Facebook, Music
Education
The New School 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Arts in Context - Poetry & Music, Junior
University of Massachusetts Boston 2012 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music Theory/English, Sophomore
University of Vermont 2011 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Studies/Philosophy, Freshman
Caesars Entertainment June 2014 - Present
Palms Casino Resort July 2011 - January 2014
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2011 - July 2011
TRIRIGA INC. January 2004 - October 2006
Skills
Hospitality, Resorts, Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Casino Gaming, Employment Law, Condominium and..., Risk Management, Contract Negotiation, Commercial Leasing, Management, Organizational..., Casino, Human Resources, Real Estate Transactions, Labor Relations, Gaming Industry
Education
University of San Diego School of Law 1994 — 1997
Juris Doctor
University of Arizona 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. August 2012 - Present
Pinnacle Entertainment December 2011 - July 2012
St. Louis Rams August 2011 - January 2012
Worldwide Express April 2011 - June 2011
St. Louis Rams May 2010 - March 2011
Circuit City August 2005 - August 2008
Skills
Marketing, Advertising, Sponsorship, Sales, Management, Editing, Brand Management, Training, Television, Newsletters, Social Media, Event Planning, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Team Building, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations Major
Internship Experience Eastern Illinois University 2009 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Illinois Central College 2005 — 2008
Associates Degree, Arts and Science
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2006 - Present
Sam's Town Las Vegas March 2004 - February 2006
Skills
Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Controls, Casino, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Accounting, Accounts Payable, QuickBooks, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Analysis, General Ledger, Budgets, Infinium, Forecasting, Accounts Receivable, Financial Analysis, Fixed Assets, Gaming Industry, Bank Secrecy Act, Accruals, Tax, SEC filings, Risk Management, Casino Gaming, GAAP, VIP, Fraud Detection, Gaming
Education
Kaplan University
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Accounting
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2014 - Present
Cleveland-Heath August 2014 - Present
Pinnacle Entertainment October 2013 - February 2014
Penn National Gaming December 2012 - November 2013
Caesars Entertainment Corporation September 2011 - November 2012
U.S. Bank September 2006 - September 2011
Skills
Casino Gaming, Casino, Gaming Industry, VIP, CAGE, Gaming, Gaming Law, Hospitality, VIP Services, Online Gaming, Hotels, ACSC, Loyalty Programs, Process Scheduler, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Retention, Leadership Development, Team Management, Hiring, Budgets, Training, Hospitality Management, Team Building
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2003 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Human Resources Management and Services
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2003 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Lensing Building Specialties / Architectural Sales May 2015 - June 2015
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. January 2010 - August 2014
Horseshoe Casino January 2008 - January 2010
Skills
Video Analytics, Electronic Security..., Discrete Mathematics, Casino, Gaming Industry, Surveillance, CCTV, Security Management, Casino Gaming, Private Investigations, Access Control, Protection, Loss Prevention, Asset Protection, Corporate Security, Fraud, Risk Management, VIP, Security
Education
Arizona State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Finance
Saguaro High School 1998 — 2001
General Studies
Sodexo August 2015 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. January 2012 - January 2015
Disney Parks & Resorts August 2010 - November 2011
Gaylord Entertainment May 2010 - July 2010
Gaylord Entertainment March 2006 - May 2010
Adams Mark Hotel March 2003 - November 2005
Rock River Country Club October 2001 - March 2003
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts November 2000 - September 2001
Campton Place Hotel May 2000 - November 2000
Westin Hotels & Resorts October 1999 - May 2000
Skills
Catering, Hospitality, Food Service, Recipes, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Cooking, Resorts, Micros, Gourmet, Culinary Skills, Supervisory Skills, Mediterranean, HACCP, Sauces, Menu Costing, Food Preparation, Customer Satisfaction, Event Management, Chef, Hiring, Food Quality, Mediterranean Cuisine, MICROS
Education
California Culinary Academy 1999 — 2001
Associates of Occupational Studies in Culinary Arts, Culinary Arts
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2014 - Present
Pregis October 2012 - February 2014
Lincoln Property Company June 2008 - July 2013
Amcol International August 2011 - September 2012
ADP, Home Shored November 1997 - August 2011
ADP September 2005 - April 2007
ADP Easypay November 1997 - September 2005
Skills
Employee Relations, ADP Payroll, HRIS, Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Training, HR Policies, Analysis, Budgets, Leadership, Management, Payroll, Time Management, Accounting, Auditing, Policy, Benefits Administration, Performance Management, PeopleSoft, Recruiting, Personnel Management
Education
Elgin Community College
Associate Degree, Criminal Justice
Kiska Construction Inc. May 2015 - Present
Luong Family Construction January 2000 - Present
PHASE Associates, LLC November 2014 - May 2015
WS Construction Inc. September 2014 - October 2014
Stonefield Engineering & Design September 2012 - September 2014
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. July 2013 - August 2013
ECC November 2012 - February 2013
Amazon January 2012 - February 2013
Rutgers Graduate School of Education September 2010 - April 2012
Atlantic Cape Community College January 2010 - March 2010
Skills
AutoCAD, Civil Engineering, Microsoft Office, Construction, Microsoft Excel, MS Project, SAP2000, Construction Management, PowerPoint, SAP 2000, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Word, C, Technical Writing, OS X, Project Management, HAZWOPER, ArcGIS, GIS
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick 2010 — 2012
BS, Civil Engineering, 3.10/4.0
Atlantic Cape Community College 2007 — 2010
Associate's Degree, Mathematics, 3.37
Atlantic City High 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma, General, 3.57
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. August 2015 - Present
SC2 Services, Inc. July 2013 - August 2015
Geometry Global January 2013 - April 2013
SapientNitro September 2012 - November 2012
Stephen Hamilton Inc. September 2012 - November 2012
Enbric August 2011 - September 2012
Draftfcb June 2012 - June 2012
Domov Sue Ryder June 2012 - June 2012
Boyd Gaming June 2010 - August 2011
Pearl Insurance January 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Marketing Communications, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategy, Research, Market Research, Advertising, Analytics, Organizational Structure, Event Planning, Management, Facebook, Social Networking, Public Relations, CRM, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Integrated Marketing
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing Communications - Advertising, Senior
Illinois Central College 2008 — 2011
Associates, Communication
Magnum Integrated Marketing 2015 - Present
American Casino & Entertainment Properties, LLC October 2013 - May 2015
CMS Group Inc (Casino Marketing & Management) 2011 - 2013
Affinity Gaming, LLC 2010 - 2011
SCA Promotions August 2008 - June 2010
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. January 2007 - August 2008
Caesars Entertainment Corporation 2005 - 2006
WinnaVegas Casino 2004 - 2005
Mid-America Events & Entertainment 2001 - 2004
Isle of Capri Casino - Kansas City 1998 - 2001
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Online Gambling, Entertainment, Online Gaming, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Database Marketing, Casino, Digital Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Casino Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Loyalty Programs, Marketing, Gaming Industry, Email Marketing, CRM, Customer Acquisition, Budgets, Resorts, Gaming, Hospitality, Advertising, Brand Development, Team Building, Public Relations, Gambling, Promotions, Direct Mail, Customer Service, Event Planning, Market Analysis, Online Advertising, Marketing Management, Analytics, SEO, Team Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Customer Retention, Data Analysis, Online Marketing, Relationship Marketing, SQL, Marketing Research, Crystal Reports, Tribal Gaming, Internet Marketing, Web Marketing
Education
The University of Kansas 1992 — 1997
B.S., Business Administration
Shawnee Mission North 1984 — 1987
High School
Liberty Mutual Insurance January 2015 - Present
Liberty Mutual Insurance January 2014 - January 2015
Target September 2012 - January 2014
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. October 2010 - September 2012
Tropicana Entertainment - Belle of Baton Rouge October 2010 - August 2011
CB&I October 2008 - October 2010
Skills
Payroll, HRIS, Employee Benefits, Employee Relations, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Change Management, Labor Relations, Competitive Analysis, Compensation & Benefit, Talent Management, Finance, Management, Program Management, Succession Planning, Leadership, Recruiting, Leadership Development, Time Management, Budgets, Organizational..., Training, New Hire Orientations, Data Analysis, Human Resources, Employee Engagement, College Recruiting, Deferred Compensation, Benefits Administration, Strategy, Performance Management, Analysis, Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Planning, Hiring, Employee Training, FMLA, Personnel Management, Applicant Tracking..., Policy, Interviews, Organizational..., HR Policies
Education
Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge 2009 — 2011
Masters, Business Administration
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College 2004 — 2008
Bachelors, Sociology
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2009 - Present
Pinnacle Entertainment May 2005 - April 2009
Caesars Entertainment Corporation June 1988 - May 2005
North Miami Police Department 1981 - 1989
Skills
Hospitality, Process Scheduler, Employee Relations, Budgets, Event Planning, Hotels, Casino, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Team Building, Gaming Industry, Customer Service, Event Management, Training, Management, Hotel Management
Education
Miami Dade College
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2014 - Present
Late Nite August 2012 - Present
Rocketown May 2013 - August 2013
WCRD 91.3 December 2011 - August 2013
WCRD 91.3 FM August 2011 - August 2013
Zesto June 2008 - 2013
Cedar Point May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Social Media, Microsoft Office, InDesign, WordPress, Meeting deadlines, Scheduling, Detail Oriented, Flexible, AP Style, Illustrator, Radio, Interviews, Entertainment, Broadcast, Editing
Education
Ball State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Public Relations
Greenville College 2009 — 2010
Music Performance
Hollywood Casino December 2014 - Present
Consider It Clean September 2014 - March 2015
Halloween Express September 2014 - November 2014
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2014 - July 2014
Pinnacle Entertainment March 2009 - April 2014
Walgreens 2008 - 2009
jcpenney 2005 - 2006
Skills
Gaming Industry, Casino, Hospitality, Online Gaming, Customer Service, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Facebook, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Planning, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Time Management, Event Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Photography, Social Networking, Creative Writing
Education
University of Phoenix 2012 — 2015
Associate of Hospitality, Travel and Tourism
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. May 2014 - Present
Hollywood Casino St. Louis November 2012 - April 2014
Hollywood Casino - Baton Rouge November 2003 - December 2012
Park Place Entertainment June 2003 - November 2003
Showboat Casino Hotel August 2002 - June 2003
Resorts Casino Hotel August 2001 - August 2002
Harrah's Entertainment May 2000 - August 2001
Imperial Palace February 1999 - May 2000
Isle of Capri Casinos November 1998 - February 1999
Orica Explosives - Atlas Powder Inc. June 1998 - November 1998
Skills
Internal Audit, Auditing, Casino, Gaming Industry, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Gambling, Training, Leadership, Casino Gaming, Accounting, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Enterprise Risk..., Analysis, Risk Management, Hotels, Accounts Payable, Resorts, Internal Controls, Forecasting, Team Building, PeopleSoft, Payroll, Poker, Due Diligence, Accounts Receivable, GAAP, Online Gambling, Financial Statements, VIP, Budgets, Access, Managerial Finance, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Regulated Industry, TeamMate, Gaming Law, Integrity, Staff Development, Showcase Query, Fraud, Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SEC filings, Gaming, Access Lists, Certified Fraud Examiner, Sarbanes-Oxley
Education
University of Southern Mississippi 1990 — 1995
BSBA in Business Administration, Accounting
Mylan N.V. November 2014 - Present
G4S August 2014 - November 2014
US Security Associates April 2011 - July 2014
Kids College 2009 - 2010
Busan Foreign School 2004 - 2009
TSA 2002 - 2004
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 2000 - 2002
Busan Foreign Language High School 1997 - 2000
Private English Academies 1993 - 1997
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 1992 - 1993
Skills
Teaching, Security, Leadership, Training, Supervisory Skills, Classroom, Conflict Resolution, Public Speaking, Administration, Instructional Design, Coaching, Leadership Development, Staff Development, Team Building, Team Leadership, Editing, Time Management, K-12, Corporate Security, Policy, Military, Interviews, Higher Education, Military Police, Security Operations, First Aid, Problem Solving, Military Operations, Physical Security, Anaphylaxis, CPR Certified, Transportation Security, Background Checks, Executive Protection
Education
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science, English Writing
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2015 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. October 2013 - April 2015
Caesars Interactive Entertainment Inc. March 2013 - September 2013
ZEN Entertainment Network October 2011 - March 2013
RMG Technologies (BetOnMarkets) April 2010 - August 2011
Agora Inc. November 2007 - March 2010
Self-Employed June 2005 - March 2007
Internet Presence Inc. 1997 - 2005
Sportspick 1996 - 1997
Creative Direction Group 1995 - 1996
Skills
Online Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, E-commerce, Web Marketing, Customer Acquisition, Integrated Marketing, Online Gaming, Web Analytics, Affiliate Management, Lead Generation, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, CRM, Online Gambling, Analytics, Mobile Marketing, Email Marketing, Strategy, Conversion Optimization, Online Advertising, Product Marketing, Gambling, Multi-channel Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Online Lead Generation, Monetization, PPC, Landing Page..., Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, SEM, Viral Marketing, Search Advertising, CPL, Performance Based..., Campaign Management, Mobile Advertising, Organic Search, Google Adwords, Affiliate Networks, Strategic Marketing, Usability Testing, Marketing Automation, Cross Media Marketing, Media Planning, Google Analytics, Marketing Optimization, Cross-channel Marketing, Database Marketing, Media Buying
Education
York University - Schulich School of Business 1992 — 1995
MBA, Marketing, Arts and Media
Queen's University 1986 — 1990
BFA, Visual Arts
Vectren January 2015 - Present
Vectren January 2015 - Present
Vantiv May 2007 - January 2015
Vantiv May 2007 - August 2014
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. November 2005 - May 2007
EVSC 2001 - 2003
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Outlook, Call Centers, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Social Media, Typing, Tutoring, Zumba, Windows, Data Entry, Customer Satisfaction, Telephone Skills, Time Management
Education
University of Evansville 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Elementary Education and Teaching
Tropicana Entertainment - Belle of Baton Rouge June 2014 - Present
seafood chest April 2009 - 2014
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. September 1994 - 2014
tropicana September 1994 - June 2011
Cox Communications April 1983 - March 1994
Skills
Restaurants, Social Media, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, Inventory Management, Food & Beverage, Time Management, Sales, Food, Food Service, Event Management, Teamwork, Team Building, Customer Service, Hotels
Education
ITI Technical College 1993 — 1994
electrical industrial technical instrumentation, Instrumentation Technology/Technician
CWS Contractors, LLC 2007 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 1985 - 2007
Skills
Training, Employee Training, Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Management, Teamwork, Team Motivation, Vendor Negotiation, Vendor Management, Vendor Relationship..., Vendor Relations, Vendors, Vendor Contracts, Job Site Safety..., Safety Compliance, Scheduling, Master Scheduling, Maintenance Management, Maintenance, Maintenance Issues, OSHA, OSHA Record Keeping, Policy/Procedure Update, Safety Orientation, Bill & Order Processing, Procedure Development, Construction Safety, Facilities Management, Occupational Health
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Education Dynamics Institute
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. August 2012 - Present
The Atlantic Club Casino Hotel December 1989 - September 2012
Resorts International Holdings July 2006 - November 2011
Resorts International 1989 - July 2006
Skills
IBM iSeries, IBM AS/400, LPAR, Disaster Recovery, High Availability, Replication, IT Operations Management, IT Strategy, IT Security Best..., DB2, Operating Systems, Data Center, Project Planning, Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Analysis, Business Continuity, OS/400, Databases, RPG, Data Warehousing, Software Development, Servers, Casino, Management, Gaming, Windows Server, IT Management, AIX Administration, Integration, Microsoft SQL Server, System Administration, Hardware, Vendor Management, ITIL, Systems Analysis, Software Project..., Programming, Security, SAN, Gaming Industry, IBM Certified, Database Design, Storage, Active Directory, SDLC, IT Operations, SQL, Troubleshooting, RPG III
Education
Atlantic Cape Community College 1988 — 1990
Computer Science
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. January 2011 - Present
B.K. CIRAR INC. July 2000 - 2011
Bryan Cirar May 1994 - July 2000
Education
Eastern Missouri Police Academy 2010 — 2010
Diploma
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1991 — 1994
BA
St. Louis Community College 1989 — 1991
DeVry University-Missouri 1986 — 1988
AAS
Caesars Entertainment Corporation August 2012 - Present
Rivers Casino - Midwest Gaming July 2011 - August 2012
Tropicana Entertainment Inc May 2010 - May 2011
MGM MIRAGE October 2009 - May 2010
MGM MIRAGE May 2009 - October 2009
5 Casinos over 15 Years January 1995 - August 2009
MGM MIRAGE June 2008 - May 2009
MGM MIRAGE January 2008 - June 2008
Skills
Casino, Budgets, Accounting, Ad Hoc Reporting, Data Management, Gambling, Database Marketing, Forecasting, Gaming Industry, Hospitality, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Finance, General Ledger, Loyalty Marketing, VIP, Strategic Financial..., Hotels, Loyalty Programs, Resorts, Micros, Revenue Analysis, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Industry, Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Analytics, Income Statement, Marketing, Gaming, Segmentation, Customer Acquisition, Online Marketing, Online Gaming, Cognos, Poker, Direct Marketing, Event Management, Business Intelligence, Revenue Forecasting, Yield Management, P, Email Marketing, Relationship Marketing
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 2004 — 2007
Business, Finance
College of Southern Nevada 2001 — 2004
Associates, Business
O'Fallon
Boyd Gaming May 2014 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. January 2012 - May 2014
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. August 2011 - October 2011
BKD CPAs & Advisors January 2007 - April 2010
Bank of America July 2006 - April 2007
Education
University of Arkansas at Little Rock 2006 — 2008
B.S., Accounting
University of Arkansas at Little Rock 2000 — 2004
B.B.A., Finance
AECOM February 2012 - July 2015
Citadel Broadcasting March 2010 - January 2012
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2009 - June 2010
Deloitte Tax LLP August 2008 - June 2009
Fifth Third Bank 2006 - 2008
Regions Financial Corporation November 2004 - November 2006
KPMG LLP September 2000 - November 2004
SunTrust Mortgage 1998 - 1999
SunTrust Mortgage 1998 - 1999
Sears Mortgage 1994 - 1996
Skills
Accounting, Corporate Tax, Income Tax, Journal Entries, Tax, Tax Accounting, Tax Returns, Finance, Accruals
Education
Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business
Master of Taxation, Taxation
Self employed June 1981 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. October 2011 - Present
Sahara Casino April 2011 - June 2011
Caesars Entertainment Corporation June 2009 - February 2011
Zoological Society of San Diego September 1998 - July 2009
Skills
Trombone, Freelance trombonist -..., IBM iSeries, Infinium, Kronos Timekeeping, ADP Payroll, ACOM Forms Software, Bands, Music, Recording, Improvisation, Band, RPG, Performance Tuning, IBM AS/400, Musical Theatre, Music Industry
Education
Bryant & Stratton College - Milwaukee 1990 — 1991
Associate's Degree, Computer Programming
Audiophonics
Certificate, Audio Engineering and Acoustics of Sound
Washington Park High School 1979 — 1981
Diploma
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2003 - Present
Marriott Hotels September 1996 - December 1999
Education
Northern Arizona University 1995 — 1996
Accounting
Central Arizona College 1992 — 1995
Associate's degree, Accounting
National Center for the Middle Market August 2015 - Present
PromoWest Productions August 2015 - Present
IMG LIVE, LLC August 2015 - Present
Delta Delta Delta November 2014 - Present
AroundCampus Group May 2015 - July 2015
Ohio State University Undergraduate Admissions October 2014 - July 2015
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. May 2014 - July 2014
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Leadership, Customer Service, Communication, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Research, Social Networking, Study Abroad Programs, Sales Strategy, Talisma, Teamwork, Microsoft Access, International Travel
Education
The Ohio State University 2013 — 2017
Marketing, Sophomore
Faith Lutheran High School 2009 — 2013
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. January 2015 - Present
Cadent Network (formerly TelAmerica Media) May 2011 - October 2014
PureRED August 2009 - December 2010
Tierney September 2008 - February 2009
Fox Television May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Advertising, Media Planning, Broadcast, Media Buying, Social Media, Television, Broadcast Television, Digital Media, Photoshop, Strata, Proofreading, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Trafficking, Online Advertising, Marketing, Account Management, Radio, Advertising Sales, Social Media Marketing
Education
Penn State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising/Public Relations, Business Minor
Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. December 2011 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2011 - December 2011
Boyd Gaming December 2005 - January 2011
Penn National Gaming April 2001 - December 2005
Argosy Casino & Hotel February 1998 - March 2001
Argosy Casino & Hotel February 1994 - January 1998
Indianapolis Colts January 1993 - July 1993
New York Football Giants May 1990 - July 1992
Skills
Management, Customer Service, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Hospitality Industry, Security, Surveillance, Supervisory Skills, Hospitality, Resorts, Research, Training, Windows, Budgets, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Casino, Gaming Industry, Public Speaking, Hiring, Operations Management
Education
Louisiana State University 1985 — 1989
Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice and Corrections
John McDonald Sr High 1982 — 1984
Tropicana Casino & Resort November 2014 - Present
Sears Outlet Stores, LLC January 2014 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2013 - November 2014
Sears, Roebuck and Co. November 2009 - April 2013
WEHRENBERG THEATRES August 2007 - February 2010
Skills
Planograms, Store Operations, Video Production, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Data Entry, Teamwork, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Public Speaking, Marketing, PowerPoint, Editing, Critical Thinking, Merchandising, Cashiering, Sales, Retail Sales, Research, Training, Photoshop, Coaching, Social Networking, Fundraising, Telephone Skills, Non-profit Volunteer, Cash Register, Social Media Marketing, Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, POS, Event Planning, Volunteering, Merchandise, Retail Sales Experience, Brand Loyalty, Cash Handling Experience, Customer Acquisition, Employee Loyalty, Casino, Gaming, Gaming Industry, Retail Displays, Loss Prevention, People Skills, Employee Training, Up-selling
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 2014 — 2017
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Southwestern Illinois College 2009 — 2013
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Buisness
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2014 - Present
Tucker's Place June 2010 - April 2014
Chili's December 2005 - May 2010
Skills
Sales
Education
Lincoln University (MO)
Associate's Degree, Computer Science
University of Missouri-Columbia
Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano November 2012 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. November 2009 - October 2012
Skills
Food, Restaurants, Catering, Chef, Menu Development, Restaurant Management, Culinary Skills, Fine Dining
Education
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Scottsdale
Associate's degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races; Penn National Gaming October 2011 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. July 2009 - September 2011
Harrahs Phoenix Ak-Chin; Harrahs Entertainment December 2005 - June 2009
Skills
Casino, Gaming Industry, Hospitality, Hotels, Casino Gaming, Loyalty Programs, Gaming, Poker, Resorts, Internal Controls, VIP, Budgets, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Hospitality Industry, Pre-opening, Forecasting, Capital Budgeting, Hospitality Management, P&L, Revenue Analysis, Income Statement, Food & Beverage, Hotel Management, Micros, Online Gaming
Education
Mississippi State University - College of Business and Industry 1989 — 1994
BS, Accounting
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2014 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2014 - June 2014
Pinnacle Entertainment February 2013 - April 2014
Pinnacle Entertainment February 2009 - January 2013
Brown Shoe Company June 2008 - January 2009
Macy's June 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Fashion, Trend, Event Planning, Apparel, Sales, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Social Networking, Photoshop, Event Management, Data Entry, PC, Photocopier,..., Hospitality, Time Management, Management, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Team Building, Styling, Leadership, Teamwork, Email Marketing, Loyalty Programs, Team Leadership, Salesforce.com, Footwear, Public Speaking, Advertising, Inventory Control, Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Brooks College 2002 — 2004
A.A., Fashion Merchandising
Ritenour Sr. High School 1996 — 1999
General Study
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City June 2014 - December 2014
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. November 2011 - June 2014
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas January 2010 - September 2011
Ameristar Casino June 2004 - July 2009
Ameristar Casino December 2002 - June 2004
Harrah's Entertainment July 1994 - December 2002
Education
Missouri State University
B.S. Accounting, Business
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. May 2013 - January 2015
Lumiere Place Casino & Hotels August 2012 - May 2013
Fairfield Processing Corporation September 2007 - June 2010
Gas Mart Usa July 2006 - August 2007
Famous Barr (Macy's) October 2004 - April 2006
MCI May 2002 - November 2003
CPI Corp. June 2002 - March 2003
City Of East St Louis Council February 2000 - August 2001
Skills
Leadership, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Call Centers, Word Processing, Nursing Education, Focus Groups, Marketing, Event Planning, Sales, Hospitality, Gaming Industry, Gaming, Casino, VIP, Salesforce.com, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Event Management, Training, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Team Building, Time Management, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Email Marketing, Employee Training, Public Speaking, Inventory Management, Employee Relations, Online Marketing, Direct Marketing, Human Resources, Hotels
Education
Shawnee Community College
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2011 - Present
Clearwire February 2010 - February 2011
L-3 Communications April 2004 - January 2010
Skills
AS400 Administration, IBM iSeries, ACSC, Microsoft SQL Server, Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Help Desk Support, Auditing, Laptops, Call Centers, Active Directory, Software Installation, Windows 7, Servers, Hardware, Windows Server, Operating Systems, Windows XP, VMware, Cabling, Nuwave Audit, serve, Printers, Windows 8, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Networking
Education
St. Louis Community College 2003 — 2004
Associate's degree, Computer Science
Baghdad University 1990 — 1995
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science
MAC Meetings & Events March 2015 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. May 2011 - March 2015
Edisons Entertainment Complex September 2012 - December 2012
The Covering House January 2012 - May 2012
Skills
Social Media, Customer Service, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Food Service, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Time Management, Event Planning, Marketing, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2010 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Senior
Lewis and Clark Community College 2008 — 2010
Associate's degree, Social Sciences
Chocopita June 2015 - Present
Gold Key Resorts / Professional Hospitality Resources (PHR) Hotels & Resorts September 2014 - January 2015
Crestline Hotels & Resorts March 2013 - September 2014
Paragon Casino Resort 2011 - March 2013
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 2011 - 2012
Gold Key Resorts 2009 - 2010
Gold Key Resorts 2008 - 2009
Skills
Hotels, New Business Development, Resorts, Restaurants, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Casino, Event Planning, Fine Dining, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Gaming Industry, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Revenue Analysis, Sales
Education
California State University-Northridge
yes, Journalism/Public Relations
Louisiana State University
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2014 - Present
Missouri State Auditor's Office January 2013 - June 2014
Aarch Inc September 2012 - December 2012
Express Scripts via Kforce Staffing and Solutions December 2011 - June 2012
KSD Petroleum LLC May 2011 - September 2011
Agostino's March 2010 - December 2010
UPS November 2009 - December 2009
Kohls January 2006 - May 2006
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Data Entry, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Time Management, Outlook, Spreadsheets, Inventory Control, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Analysis, Auditing, Accounts Payable, Accounting, Payroll, Access
Education
Columbia College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2006 — 2008
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management
Parkway North High School
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. May 2015 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. May 2014 - May 2015
Manpower August 2013 - May 2014
Amica Mutual Insurance September 2013 - March 2014
Department of Parks and Recreation May 2006 - August 2013
Residence Halls Got Talent May 2012 - May 2013
Purdue University August 2010 - May 2013
Columbian Park Zoo August 2012 - October 2012
Berry Plastics May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, Time Management, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Leadership, Social Media, Community Outreach, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Fundraising, Project Management, Event Management, Management, Leadership Development, Teaching, Volunteer Management, Employee Training, Situational Leadership, Product Development, Microsoft Publisher, Advertising, Staff Supervision, Community Development, Volunteering, Proofreading, Self-driven, Collaborative Leadership, Collaborative Problem..., Cultural Awareness, Television, Persistence, Problem Solving, Surveillance, Self Assessment, Highly resourceful, Coordinating Events, Training & Development, Internal Audit, Fraud, Theft Prevention, Resourcefulness, Events Coordination, Bank Secrecy Act, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Risk Assessment, Organizational Change..., BSA/AML Compliance, Data Analysis, Know Your Customer, Suspicious Activity...
Education
Purdue University 2009 — 2013
BS, Organizational Leadership
Evansville Central High School 2005 — 2009
Academic Honors Diploma
Loans Realty Group February 2014 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. December 2013 - March 2014
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa August 2012 - January 2013
Pinnacle Entertainment June 2011 - August 2012
Exit Realty September 2007 - March 2010
Red Hawk Casino October 2008 - November 2009
Jackson Rancheria December 2007 - October 2008
RE/MAX Gold July 2004 - September 2007
Nordstrom Inc January 1999 - January 2004
Skills
Casino, VIP, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Sales, Team Building, Real Estate, Recruiting, Negotiation, Casino Gaming, Loyalty Programs, Management, Leadership, Marketing, Hospitality, Advertising, Gaming Industry, Gambling, Resorts, Windows, Budgets, CRM, Customer Satisfaction, Database Marketing, Direct Mail, Direct Marketing, Food & Beverage, Gaming, Social Media Marketing, Player Development, Online Advertising, Online Gaming, Hotels, Poker, ACSC
Education
Heald College 1999 — 2001
Associate, Applied Science, Computer Business Administration
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. July 2011 - February 2014
Piercy Bowler Taylor & Kern, CPAs September 2006 - June 2011
Piercy Bowler Taylor & Kern, CPAs January 2006 - April 2006
Skills
Financial Accounting, Auditing, Internal Controls, SEC Financial Reporting, SEC filings, GAAP, Financial Reporting, XBRL, General Ledger, Accounting, CPA
Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho 2002 — 2006
Bachelors, Accounting
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 2007 - 2013
Aspen Grove Foods 2005 - 2007
ScienceBased Health (SBH Holdings LLC) 1998 - 2006
TurZak 1986 - 1999
LSG Sky Chefs 1976 - 1986
American Airlines 1975 - 1986
Skills
Retail, Customer Retention, Loyalty Marketing, Microsoft Office, SQL, Airlines, Pricing Strategy, Web Analytics, Market Research, E-commerce, Lean Manufacturing, Forecasting, Six Sigma, Data Analysis, Analytics, SEO, Online Marketing, Access, Google Analytics, Email Marketing, Product Development, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Change Management, Customer Insight, Oasis - Aristocrat..., Great Plains Software, Social Media Strategist, Inventory Control, Loyalty Program..., Customer Analytics, E-business, POS, Data Mining, SQL Server, PPC, Budgeting, Excel, Word, Kaizen, Statistics, Lean Initiatives, Business Turnaround, Microsoft CRM, Revenue Management, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Development of..., Digital Strategy
Education
Villanova University 2009 — 2011
Certificate, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Belt, Black Belt & Master BB
University of Hertfordshire 1986 — 1990
Masters of Art - MA, Business Admin
De Anza College
Associate of Arts (AA), Marketing
The University of Texas at Arlington
Business Admin/Marketing & Accounting
University of Nevada-Reno
History Education & Business Admin
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School
Statistics / Business Admin
Affinity Gaming May 2012 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment, Inc May 2010 - May 2012
Global Work/Life Solutions May 2008 - August 2010
Resorts International/Colony Capital 2005 - 2008
Hyatt Gaming 1998 - 2001
Empress Gaming and Casinos 1995 - 1998
Hilton 1989 - 1994
Skills
Strategic Planning, Employee Benefits, HRIS, Management, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Employment Law, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Hospitality, Human Resources, Strategy, Casino, Hospitality Management, Team Building, Gaming Industry, Resorts, Integration, Gambling, Benefits Administration, Organizational..., Analytics, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Pre-opening, Succession Planning, Hotels, Labor Contract..., Talent Management, Executive Management, Budgets, Executive Development, Consulting, Performance Management, Program Management, Operations Management, Hotel Management, Talent Acquisition, Training, Recruiting, Finance, Microsoft Excel, Policy, Time Management, Negotiation
Education
Juniata College
BS, Economics
Lower Moreland
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. December 2013 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. October 2013 - December 2013
Valley Forge Casino Resort April 2013 - September 2013
Harrah's Entertainment October 2001 - February 2013
Skills
Internal Audit, SOX Compliancy, Risk Assessment, Enterprise Risk..., Auditing, Compliance, Fraud Detection, certified internal..., Cost Control, Regulatory Requirements, Casino Gaming, Analysis, Financial Risk, Forecasting, IT Audit, Casino, Gaming Industry, Budgets, Accounting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Internal Controls, Accounts Payable, VIP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Gaming, Due Diligence, Sarbanes-Oxley, Cash Management, Resorts, Executive Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Audits, Managerial Finance, Fraud, Risk Management, Finance, Hotels, Poker, GAAP, US GAAP, Online Gambling, SEC filings, Cash Flow, Variance Analysis, Cost Accounting, Financial Statements, TeamMate, Financial Accounting, Access Lists
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Columbia Sussex 2004 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. March 2004 - July 2008
The Hillman Group 2000 - March 2004
A&S College at UC 1999 - 2000
Skills
Direct Marketing, Advertising, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Event Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Direct Mail, Newsletters, Posters, Online Marketing, Sales, Hotels, Trade Shows, Loyalty Programs, Social Media, Food & Beverage, Branding & Identity, Creative Direction
Education
College of Mount St. Joseph 1996 — 2001
BFA Graphic Design
Harlow's Casino Resort August 2012 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2010 - August 2012
Ameristar Casino October 2008 - June 2010
Ameristar Casino July 2005 - October 2008
Resorts International 2005 - 2007
Hyatt Hotels Corporation December 1999 - January 2005
Tharaldson Hospitality Management September 1996 - December 1999
Skills
Resorts, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Employee Relations, Hospitality Industry, Pre-opening, Hotel Management, Leadership, Fine Dining, Gambling, Hospitality, Menu Development, Revenue Analysis, Gaming Industry, Budgets, Process Scheduler, Hospitality Management, Restaurants, Leadership Development, Catering, Casino, VIP, Event Management, Cost Control, Forecasting, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Banquets, Gaming, Tourism, Opening Hotels, Guest Service Management, Team Building, Yield Management, Casino Gaming, Micros, Front Office, Rooms Division, Restaurant Management, Hiring, Property Management..., Friendly Personality, Success Driven
Education
Bellevue University
B.S, Behavioral Sciences
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2015 - Present
Revel Entertainment Group LLC October 2013 - April 2015
Revel Entertainment Group, LLC July 2013 - October 2013
Revel Entertainment Group, LLC June 2007 - July 2013
Trump Entertainment Resorts 2000 - 2007
Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino 1991 - 2007
AC Hilton (formerly Bally's Grand) 1987 - 1991
Deloitte & Touche (formerly Touche Ross) 1984 - 1987
Skills
Casino, Gambling, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Team Building, Gaming Industry, Finance, Executive Management, Hotels, Customer Service, Income Statement, P&L, Financial Reporting, Operations Management, Hospitality, Managerial Finance, Hospitality Management, Resorts, Revenue Analysis, Cost Control, Start-ups, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SEC filings, Due Diligence
Education
Lehigh University - College of Business and Economics 1980 — 1984
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Silverton Casino May 2015 - Present
Anjanette Arnold Photography October 2012 - Present
designsbyanjanette.com 2005 - Present
Affinity Gaming, LLC June 2011 - February 2015
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. August 2008 - January 2011
Boyd Gaming January 2007 - August 2008
American Casino & Entertainment Properties March 2006 - January 2007
Campusbug.com December 2005 - March 2006
Asia Pacific - USA Chamber of Commerce March 2005 - March 2006
Skills
HTML, InDesign, Photoshop, Online Marketing, Web Design, Illustrator, SEO, CSS, Wordpress, Dreamweaver, Email Marketing, jQuery, PHP, Graphic Design, Social Media, WordPress, SEM, Graphics, E-commerce, Google Analytics, Web Marketing
Education
California State University-Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems, Business Administration
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
University of the Virgin Islands
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. December 2013 - Present
Self October 2011 - Present
Currently seeking new opportunity August 2012 - December 2013
Penfield's Signature Business Center July 2009 - October 2011
QUIK Training and Safety Partners, LLC. May 2008 - June 2009
Harrah's Entertainment January 2004 - May 2008
Hampton Inn Gateway Arch 2002 - 2003
Hotel Management Systems January 2000 - March 2002
VanSan Hotels & Resorts Management Company 1988 - 1999
Skills
Hospitality Management, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Environmental Services, Janitorial, Employee Engagement, Employee Training, Employee Relations, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Coaching Staff, Staff Development, SOP development, Training Programme..., Safety Training Programs, Maintaining Strong..., Professional..., Presentation Development, Written & Oral..., Recruiting, Operations Management, Operating Budgets, Hotel Management, Team Building, Inventory Management, Revenue Analysis, Income Statement, Purchasing, Pre-opening, P&L
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1974 — 1979
BA, Finance, Management, Education
Videojet September 2014 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. August 2007 - Present
Raven Industries February 2004 - February 2007
Skills
Troubleshooting, Windows Server, Active Directory, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Business Analysis, IT Service Management, ITIL, SQL, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Disaster Recovery, Windows, Process Improvement, Windows 7, System Administration, Security, Servers, Microsoft Excel, Team Management, CCTV, Surveillance, IP Cameras, Cisco Technologies, Network + Certified, CompTIA A+ Certification, Security+, Video Management Systems, Access Control, DSX, Biometric Facial..., Point of Sale, Micros, POS, MICROS, CompTIA A+
Education
Sanford-Brown College-Hazelwood 2002 — 2005
Associates of Applied Science, Computer Networking Administration
ITT Technical Institute-Earth City 1999 — 2002
Associates of Applied Science, Electronic Engineering
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. September 2013 - Present
Icon Source Group /Strategic Trade Alliance, LLC May 2011 - August 2013
Jewish Vocational Service contracted to Los Angeles County DPSS March 2008 - May 2011
Fanfare Media Works 2006 - 2008
Rite Aid Corporation October 1999 - November 2006
Baja Services March 1992 - November 1999
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Procurement
Education
Western Governors University 2014 — 2017
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, Human Reources
Highline College
Business
Tropicana Entertainment Inc 2014 - Present
W.A. Leidesdorf Interests, Inc. 2008 - Present
Icahn Enterprises GP 1991 - Present
Bedrock Investment Management LLC 2009 - June 2013
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Asset Management, Real Estate Development, Loans, Residential Homes, Disposition, Strategic Planning, Real Estate Transactions, Financial Modeling, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Analysis, Negotiation, Real Estate, Property Management, Due Diligence, Investments, Real Estate Economics, Valuation, Investment Properties, Mortgage Lending, Small Business, Hospitality Industry, Dispositions
Education
Union College 1963 — 1967
Bachelor's degree, Economics, Political Science
Pillar Hotels and Resorts April 2012 - Present
Marriott International September 2009 - April 2012
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. June 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Revenue Management, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Catering, OnQ R&I, MARSHA, HPP, TABC Certified, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Industry
Education
Johnson and Wales University 2003 — 2007
B.S., Hospitality
New Jersey Courts June 2014 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2014 - June 2014
Atlantic Club Casino Hotel May 2011 - January 2014
Resorts International January 2010 - May 2011
Resorts International May 2006 - January 2010
Skills
Human Resources, Personnel Management, Onboarding, Recruiting, Hiring, HRIS, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Employee Benefits, Hospitality, Casino, Resorts, Training, Employee Training, New Hire Orientations, FMLA, Benefits Administration, Event Planning, Leadership, HR Policies, Applicant Tracking..., Hospitality Industry, Labor Relations
Education
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey 2007 — 2009
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Stockton University 2003 — 2007
Business, Hospitality
Caesars Entertainment Corporation July 2011 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. February 2009 - May 2011
Echelon Resorts July 2006 - January 2009
Harrah's Entertainment 2000 - 2005
Caesars Entertainment Corporation December 2000 - November 2004
Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Paralegal Studies, Judicial
Tropicana Laughlin Hotel Casino October 2012 - Present
Golden Gaming October 2010 - June 2011
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. November 2008 - July 2009
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2007 - November 2008
Tropicana Entertainment (Columbia Sussex) August 2006 - April 2007
Luxury Resorts International (Wyndham) January 2005 - December 2005
Fiesta Rancho Casino Hotel October 2003 - August 2004
Harrah's Entertainment Inc May 1988 - October 2003
Nevada Gaming Control Board October 1981 - May 1988
Skills
Resorts, Hotels, Gaming, Hotel Management, Private Investigations, Gambling, Poker, Casino, Gaming Industry, Database Marketing, Operations Management, Food & Beverage, Surveillance, Policy, Security, Hospitality, Restaurants, Entertainment, Casino Gaming, Hospitality Industry, Internal Controls, Hospitality Management, Strategic Planning, Budgets, VIP, Loyalty Programs, Loyalty Marketing, Online Gaming, Revenue Analysis, Hiring, Menu Development, Pre-opening, Banquets, Catering, Guest Service Management, Micros, Process Scheduler, Culinary Skills, Fine Dining, Restaurant Management, P&L, Team Building, Opening Hotels, Food, Employee Relations, Yield Management, Forecasting, Baccarat, Employee Training, Training
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Rotella Remodeling August 1999 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. January 1986 - May 2001
Skills
Renovation, Carpentry, Plumbing, Construction, Framing, Electricians, HVAC, Project Management, Hardwood Flooring, Construction Management, Contractors, Residential Homes
Education
Camden County College 1995 — 1998
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
RETS Electronic schools 1983 — 1986
Certificate, Integrated circuits
Monsignor Bonner High school
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2014 - Present
Skills
Management, Bartending, Equitation, Rock Climbing, Communication, Food Service, Restaurants, Food, Food Safety, Budgets, ServSafe, Serve Safe Certified, Restaurant Management, Food & Beverage, Menu Development, Sanitation, New Restaurant Openings, Running, Fitness, Animal Health, Event Planning, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Social Media, Time Management, Sales, Customer Service
Education
Murray State University 2007 — 2013
Bachelors of Science in Agriculture, Animal Science
Three Rivers Community College 2007 — 2008
General Studies
United Auto Workers February 2009 - Present
American Federation of Government Employees June 2011 - July 2011
New York City June 2008 - February 2011
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. August 2003 - October 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office
Education
Atlantic Cape Community College 1983 — 1984
Hospitality
Oakcrest High School 1978 — 1982
General
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. March 2012 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment - Belle of Baton Rouge August 2008 - March 2012
Johnson & Johnson June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Internal Audit, Auditing, Accounting, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Budgets, Forecasting, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Finance, Strategic Planning, GAAP
Education
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Finance, General
Louisiana State University
Louisiana State University
EHS Fitness, 2008 - Present
Bank of America 2001 - 2008
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. 1983 - 2000
Education
Colorado State University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Atlantic Cape Community College September 2000 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. October 1982 - April 1998
Atlantic City Board of Ed. October 1982 - June 1984
Skills
Student Leadership, Student Affairs, Higher Education, Proofreading, Admissions, Student Development, Academic Advising, Tutoring, Community Outreach, College Teaching, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, E-Learning, Curriculum Design, Distance Learning, Public Speaking
Education
ACCC 1976 — 1978
Associate of Arts (AA), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Reale Estate
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa April 2014 - Present
Showboat Hotel and Casino August 2006 - March 2014
Caesars Entertainment Corporation November 1996 - August 2006
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. May 1982 - February 2004
Skills
Food and Beverage ..., Hotels, Food, Casino, Resorts, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Gaming Industry, Banquets, Pre-opening, Hospitality Industry, Fine Dining
Education
Rider University 1978 — 1982
BS, Human Resource Management and Business Administration
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. January 2000 - Present
Charles Schwab August 1980 - October 1990
Skills
Gambling, Budgets, Enterprise Risk..., Infinium, Internal Audit, Fraud, Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley, Casino Gaming, Financial Accounting, Quality Auditing, Auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Risk Management, Risk Assessment, Regulations, Casino, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Bank Secrecy Act, VIP, Gaming, GAAP, Forensic Accounting, IT Audit, Executive Management, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, SEC filings, Finance, Private Investigations, Due Diligence, COSO, Fraud Detection
Education
University of San Francisco 1975 — 1976
Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Business/Management
University of San Francisco 1970 — 1973
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Counseling Psychology
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2007 - Present
Mojave Mental Health April 2006 - March 2007
Monte Carlo Resort & Casino November 2005 - March 2006
Skills
Accounting, Internal Audit, Supervisory Skills, Tax Preparation, Auditing, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Controls, GAAP, SEC filings, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Financial Accounting, Accruals, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Budgets
Education
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting
University of Detroit Mercy
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2015 - Present
McDonald's Corporation October 2013 - June 2015
Nielsen Company September 2013 - September 2013
KFC May 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Project Management, Leadership
Education
Lindenwood University 2012 — 2017
Business Administration
South Texas College 2010 — 2012
Certificate of Completion, Computer Maintenance Technology
None November 2013 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. November 1981 - November 2013
Education
Atlantic Cape Community College
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. April 2014 - Present
Pinnacle Entertainment December 2007 - April 2014
Dell May 2005 - August 2007
Sam's Club October 2004 - May 2005
H&R Block January 2004 - April 2004
Weekends Only Inc. July 2002 - March 2004
Skills
Tax Preparation, Customer Service, Direct Sales, Client Rapport, Data Entry, Ticket Sales, Rewards Programs, Cashiering
Education
St. Louis Community College 2001 — 2006
Accounting and Finance
Parkway North High School 1998 — 2001
Diploma
Shoe Carnival, Inc. February 2014 - Present
Tropicana Entertainment Inc. November 2011 - October 2013
Skills
High Analytical Skills, Multimedia, Computer Hardware..., Computer Network..., Customer Satisfaction, Ticketing Systems, Windows Server, Linux System..., Microsoft Office, Windows 7, Windows XP
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Newburgh 2005 — 2007
Associate's Degree, Information Technology