Appointment of Brian M. Prettyman to the Position of Senior Vice President of Real Estate Operations at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana

Brian M. Prettyman has over 36 years of experience in the gaming and resort industry. He began his career in 1988 with Trump Entertainment Resorts, where he was involved in hotel and casino operations. Subsequently, Prettyman worked at such prestigious establishments as Gold Shore Casino, Barona Resort & Casino and Carnival Resorts and Casinos.

In 2001, Prettyman became a director of Trump Entertainment Resorts and served as director/CEO of Treasure Island Resort & Casino from 2003 to 2007. After that, he was vice president at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel from 2007 to 2011, and then regional director of marketing at Choctaw Casino & Resort since 2018.

Before being appointed to Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, Prettyman served as Vice President of Slots and Marketing at Live! Casino Pittsburgh from June 2022. In his new role, he will be responsible for developing and implementing initiatives for the new hotel-casino, valued at more than $270 million.

The new facility will include more than 1,000 slot machines, 40 gaming tables and a sportsbook on 47,000 square meters. ft. More than 500 hotel rooms and other amenities will also be available. It is expected that Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will generate $168 million in gaming tax revenue for the state in its first five years of operation.

Executive Vice President and General Manager of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana John J. Chazar expressed confidence in the success of the new project: "I am pleased to assemble the senior leadership team at Live! Louisiana to orchestrate the launch of our expansive new property. Brian's extensive experience will strengthen Live! Casino's national brand and anchor Live! Louisiana. status as the region's unrivaled gaming and entertainment destination."

Appointment of Brian M. Prettyman as Senior Vice President of Real Estate Operations at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is a significant step in preparation for the launch of a new casino hotel. With his wealth of experience and professionalism, the project promises to become an important economic and entertainment hub in the region.

In June, Cordish named Jamie Williams chief sales officer for Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, indicating continued efforts to build a strong management team for the successful launch and operation of the new property.