Jaison Elkins, Tribal Council Chair, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe
The health and safety of tribal members, our employees, casino and bingo guests and the greater community has been the singular focus of our response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
Jack Potter Jr., Tribal Chairman, Redding Rancheria
We streamlined and fine-tuned many services such as A and B shifts, as well as drive-thru membership meetings, which allowed the membership to still conduct business while keeping everyone safe and allowing the tribe to move forward.
Bernadine Burnette, President, Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation
We have had to navigate the impacts of the pandemic for the past 18 months, and unfortunately, it is not over yet. Our first priority has been to ensure the health and safety of our tribal members, guests and employees.
Gwendena Lee-Gatewood, Chairwoman, White Mountain Apache Tribe
We have strived to find a balance between addressing public health concerns while still providing recreation and economic stability for our tribe and people.
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...
W. Ron Allen, Tribal Chairman/CEO, Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe
As we move deeper into 2021, we find ourselves doing our part to defeat the pandemic and get back to normal. This current health care dilemma has been an adjustment for both our tribal governmental operation and our businesses.
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...
Tribal Leader Roundtable: Spotlight on the Benefits of Gaming
Three tribal leaders share how gaming revenues have benefited their tribe and community; goals and initiatives; and legislative/political issues of concern. Here...
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.