Mauricio Cuellar joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in September, 2005. As General Manager, his responsibilities include the oversight of all operations and capital expenditures.

Prior to joining the company, Mauricio worked in various capacities for the Mandalay Resort Group. He served as General Manager for the Railroad Pass Hotel and Casino in Henderson, Nevada for two years, and more recently was the Director of Casino Operations at the Monte Carlo Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada for four years.

Mauricio attended Imperial Valley College in Imperial, California and UNLV in Las Vegas, Nevada where he studied business. He attended UNLV on a baseball scholarship.

Buddy LaCombe joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in December, 2002. As Director of Casino Operations, his responsibilities include the oversight of the table games pit, poker, keno, surveillance and security operations.

Prior to joining the company, Buddy served as a Casino Shift Manager at both the Silver Smith Casino and Peppermill properties in Wendover, Nevada. He has a 20 year history working in the Wendover market. His family has deep ties to the community and has been of great public service.

David Serafini joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in July, 2005. As the Director of Slot Operations, his responsibilities include the oversight of the slot floor, drop team and player’s club database.

Prior to joining the company, David worked in various capacities for the Mandalay Resort Group. Most recently, he was the Director of Slot Operations at the Edgewater Hotel and Casino in Laughlin, Nevada. During his Mandalay Resort Group tenure, David worked in four different state jurisdictions.

David attended Waynesburg College in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania where he studied finance and marketing. He earned certificates in Slot Operations Management from UNLV in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Dawn Miles joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in December, 2002. As Controller, her responsibilities include the oversight of accounting and human resource operations. Dawn also manages all audit and regulatory functions.

Prior to joining the company, Dawn worked in various accounting positions at the Pahrump Nugget Hotel and Gambling Hall in Pahrump, Nevada and Holland Community Hospital in Holland, Michigan.

Dawn attended Yuba Community College in Marysville, California.

Jacque Baratcart joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in December, 2002. As Food and Beverage Director, his responsibilities include the oversight of all dining areas and bars. He also manages all banquet facilities and purchasing.

Prior to joining the company, Jacque worked for the Mandalay Resort Group. Most recently, he was the Buffet Manager at the Monte Carlo Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jacque has over 25 years of food and beverage experience in various capacities.

Tammy Gonzalez joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in January, 2006. As Director of Hotel Operations, her responsibilities include the oversight of all hotel, r.v. park and internal maintenance operations.

Prior to joining the company, Tammy worked in various positions for the Peppermill properties in Wendover, Nevada. Most recently, she was the Director of Bandini’s Sports Bar in Reno, Nevada.

Tammy attended the Western Culinary Institute in Portland, Oregon. She has over 25 years experience in the hospitality industry.

Kim joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in November, 2005. As Director of Marketing, her responsibilities include the oversight of all marketing and promotion operations. Kim also manages the Flight Program operations.

Prior to joining the company, Kim worked in marketing and design for various companies. Most recently, she served as Marketing Manager for Sof’Solutions in Salt Lake City, Utah. She has over 18 years experience in the advertising industry.

Kim earned a degree in design and advertising from SLCC in Salt Lake City, Utah. She also attended the U of U in Salt Lake City, Utah where she studied marketing.

Evan joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in January, 2004. As Chief Engineer, his responsibilities include the oversight of all property repair and maintenance. Evan also manages capital improvement projects and the trailer park.

Prior to joining the company, Evan worked as an iron worker for 25 years. Most recently, he worked at Okland Construction in Salt Lake City, Utah for 7 years.

Mark joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino in July, 2004. As the Information Technology Director, his responsibilities include the oversight of all computer network and data infrastructure.

Prior to joining the company, Mark worked as a Network Administrator for various companies. Most recently, Mark worked at Streigel Knobloch & Co. in Bloomington, Illinois.

Mark has a number of industry certifications, including a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification, and a Novell CNE Certification. He has over 20 years experience in the computer technology industry.

Veronica joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in May, 2003. As Retail and Player’s Club Director, her responsibilities include the oversight of the gift shop and player’s club operations.

Prior to joining the company, Veronica worked for the Days Inn Hotel in Wendover, Utah for 3 years.

Rikki joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in December, 2002. As Executive Host, his responsibilities include the oversight of casino promotions and player development. Rikki also serves as the primary host for the Flight Program.

Prior to joining the company, Rikki worked in various capacities for the Peppermill properties and Silver Smith Casino. Most recently, he worked as the Player Development Manager for the Silver Smith Casino. He has over 20 years experience in the Wendover market.

Celia joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in May, 2003. As Group Sales Coordinator, her responsibilities include the oversight of all group bookings. Celia also manages the bus program operations.

Prior to joining the company, Celia worked in various positions for the Peppermill properties in Wendover, Nevada. Most recently, she served as a substitute teacher for the Wendover School District in Wendover, Nevada.

Rhonda joined the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino team in January, 2004. As Casino Host, her responsibilities include the oversight of casino promotions and player development.

Prior to joining the company, Rhonda worked in various capacities at the Peppermill properties and Red Garter Casino in Wendover, Nevada. She has over 14 years experience in the hospitality industry.