Tribal Leader Roundtable

Four tribal leaders share how gaming revenues have benefited their tribe and community; the initiatives and goals for their gaming enterprises; legislative/political issues of...

We are working on initiatives to reduce our environmental impact by integrating energy efficiency measures and considering microgrid technology that will benefit both the casino and the broader community.

Currently, we are revamping the way we handle our funds by putting our money to work for us. Investment strategies have been adjusted and we are setting long-term strategies for how increased revenue from gaming will be handled.

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.

This is a time to remember and honor the ones who have passed, while learning more about injustices and generational impacts that are felt in all First Nations. We also are filled with hope that it can be an opportunity to advance reconciliation and renew relationships based on recognition of rights, respect, and partnership.

The Yurok Tribe is in the middle of a major growth period, which is both challenging and rewarding. We are developing multiple businesses in environmental restoration, commercial construction and telecommunications.

Anthony Roberts, ChairmanYocha Dehe Wintun NationCache Creek Casino Resort – Brooks, CAcachecreek.com / yochadehe.gov BENEFITS OF GAMING: Tribal gaming has enabled us to create a strong...

Our gaming enterprise has been focused on employee retention and satisfaction. We cannot have a first-class gaming enterprise, hospitality and entertainment without having employees commanding the frontline positions.

Through courses with the Emergency Management Institute and other opportunities through FEMA, we’ve been able to lay down the groundwork to assist our members during the COVID-19 situation.

Fortunately, we have a very experienced team that were involved in the development of our four casinos as well as several expansion projects along the way. That experience coupled with the new experience gained in managing a construction project during the pandemic, will continue to inform our operations going forward.