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From the Desk of Lee A. Iacocca
Director, Full House Resorts |
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You probably know
me from my affiliation with Chrysler and Ford, but you may not
be aware of my involvement in the gaming industry. My friend,
Allen Paulson, founded Full House Resorts 17 years ago, and
shortly thereafter brought me in as partner. I am still one
of its principal owners, and am currently actively involved
as one of the Directors of the company. Allen’s son, Michael
Paulson, is now managing his late father’s business, and
has assumed the position of Chairman of the Board of Full House
Resorts. Together, Michael and I have assembled a strong management
team; because many years ago, I learned that the success of
a company, no matter what industry you are in, is dependent
on strong leadership and a commitment to excellence. On the
following pages, I would like to introduce you to our management
team—one of the strongest, most successful teams in the
business. And we are committed to excellence!
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Full
House Resorts has a track record of success with gaming development
and management projects in Delaware, South Dakota, Oregon,
Michigan, New Mexico and Montana. These projects, and some
of the accomplishments of our experienced managers, are highlighted
in this brochure.
We are poised to create and manage an innovative
and profitable gaming facility that will be enjoyed by you
and your customers. Please take a few minutes to review our
qualifications—who we are, what we have done, and what
we can do for you. Please note the principles listed on the
cover that this company is based on.
I am sure that, after reviewing our substantial
capabilities, you will agree that Full House Resorts is your
best choice for the successful development and management
of your next project. Many thanks for considering me and Full
House Resorts to be your partner. We won’t disappoint
you. |
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| J. MICHAEL PAULSON,
CHAIRMAN |
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J. Michael Paulson
was elected to our board on February 13, 2004, and was appointed
Chairman of the Board on March 1, 2004. Mr. Paulson has been
involved in the real estate development and investment business
since 1986, as the Founder, Owner and President of Nevastar
Investments Corp. and Construction Specialist of Nevada, Inc.
Mr. Paulson has been a director, president and general manager
of Gold River Resort and Casino, Inc. and Gold River Operating
Corporation since 2000. Mr. Paulson also serves as a director
or officer of various businesses involving thoroughbred racing
and breeding operations, oil exploration and real estate, gaming
and equity investments. Mr. Paulson worked in the aerospace
industry for 17 years, including 11 years with Gulfstream Aerospace
Corporation. |
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| LEE A. IACOCCA, DIRECTOR |
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Lee A. Iacocca
has been a Director since April, 1998. In 1997, he founded EV
Global Motors, to design market and distribute the next generation
of electric vehicles. Mr. Iacocca is former Chief Executive
Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Chrysler Corporation,
retiring from those positions in 1992. He retired as a Chrysler
Director in September, 1993, and continued to serve as a consultant
to Chrysler until 1994. He is Chairman of the Iacocca Foundation,
a philanthropic organization dedicated to educational projects
and the advancement of diabetes research, and is Chairman of
the Committee for Corporate Support of Joslin Diabetes Foundation.
Mr. Iacocca is also Chairman Emeritus of the Statue of Liberty
- Ellis Island Foundation and serves on the Advisory Board of
Reading Is Fundamental, the nation's largest reading motivation
program. |
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| KATHLEEN M. CARACCIOLO, DIRECTOR |
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Kathleen Caracciolo has an extensive background in finance and accounting, currently serving as Vice President of Finance for Atlantic City Coin and Slot Service Company, Inc., which designs, manufactures and distributes electronic gaming devices. Previously, she was Vice President of Finance for the Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Authority, a government agency responsible for enhancing the economy of the region with coordination of the operations of the Atlantic City Convention Center and Boardwalk Hall, famous for years as the home of the Miss America Pageant. Prior to that, Ms. Caracciolo was employed by the Atlantic City Showboat Casino Hotel, rising through the financial ranks to become Vice President of Finance, and has held finance positions with several other Atlantic City casinos. |
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| DR. CARL G. BRAUNLICH,
DIRECTOR |
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Dr. Carl G. Braunlich is an Associate Professor in the William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration at University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Dr. Braunlich holds a Doctor of Business Administration in International Business from United States International University, San Diego, CA. He has been on the faculties of the hotel management programs at Cornell and Purdue Universities. Dr. Braunlich has held executive positions at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, NJ, and at Paradise Island Hotel and Casino, Nassau, Bahamas. He has been a consultant to Wynn Las Vegas, Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc., Showboat Hotel and Casino, Bellagio Resort and Casino, International Game Technology, Inc., Atlantic Lottery Corporation, Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation and the Nevada Council on Problem Gambling. He was on the Board of Directors of the National Council on Problem Gambling and has served on several problem gambling committees, including those of the Nevada Resort Association and the American Gaming Association. |
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| KEN ADAMS, DIRECTOR |
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Ken Adams is a principal in the gaming consulting firm, Ken Adams Ltd., which he founded in 1990. He is also an editor of the Adams’ Report monthly newsletter, the Adams’ Daily Report daily electronic newsletter and the Adams Review, each of which focus on the gaming industry. Since August 1997, Mr. Adams has been a partner in Johnny Nolon’s Casino in Cripple Creek Colorado. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Vision Gaming & Technology, Inc., a privately-held gaming machine company and the Downtown Improvement Agency for Reno, Nevada. |
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| EXECUTIVE OFFICERS |
| ANDRE M. HILLIOU, CHIEF
EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND DIRECTOR |
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With over 25 years
experience in the gaming industry, Andre brings with him a wealth
of knowledge. From fundraising and organization, development
and opening, to operation and management, Andre has done it
all. Starting with Steve Wynn's Golden Nugget, Andre progressed
through senior management positions, until he was tapped to
operate the Showboat Atlantic City, where he took the company
from $30 million in net revenue to $130 million within two years,
and in the face of the opening of Trump Taj Mahal Casino next
door. Andre was chosen as Showboat's senior manager for its
Sydney Harbour Casino project in New South Wales, where he was
singularly responsible for obtaining the financing and the development
and opening of this $1 billion facility. He has served as President
and CEO of other gaming companies. |
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| MARK J. MILLER, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND DIRECTOR |
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Since 2003, Mr.
Miller has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer of Aero Products International, a leading maker of premium,
air-filled bedding products. From 1998 until 2003, Mr. Miller
was Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of
American Skiing Company, owner and operator of seven well-known
ski resorts located in New England, Colorado and Utah. From
1994 until 1998, he was an Executive Vice President of Showboat,
Inc. with responsibility for operational support for new casino
development. Previously, Mr. Miller served in various positions
within the Showboat organization, including President and Chief
Executive Officer of Atlantic City Showboat, Inc. Mr. Miller
holds a Master’s Degree in Accountancy from Brigham Young
University and is a Certified Public Accountant. |
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| BARTH F. AARON, SECRETARY
AND GENERAL COUNSEL |
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Barth has over
18 years experience in the gaming industry and has been practicing
law for over 25 years. He is admitted to practice in the state
of Nevada, New Jersey and New York. With a background as a Deputy
Attorney General in the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement,
Barth brings a wealth of knowledge in licensing, compliance
and good business practices. He has represented most of the
major casino and gaming supplier companies in the country. Barth
has developed employee, compliance, internal control and general
corporate policy programs in conjunction with most of the gaming
commissions in the country. Barth is a member of the International
Masters of Gaming Law, an invitation-only group whose membership
must demonstrate proven knowledge and understanding of the gaming
field. |
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| T. WESLEY ELAM, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT |
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Wes has over 27
years experience in the casino/hotel industry. He is an expert
in casino openings and operations. Most recently, he served
as General Manager of the Argosy Casino - Baton Rouge, LA. In
1999, he turned the property around to profitability by implementing
an identity re-branding of the casino, renovation of the casino
and construction of a hotel. From 1994 to 1998, he served as
Chief Operating Officer for the Star City Casino in Sydney,
Australia, responsible for the openings and operations of both
the temporary and permanent casino/hotel. Prior to that, he
served as Controller for Casino Windsor, Ontario, Canada, overseeing
the construction and opening of the temporary casino, which
was a fast-track project, opening in six months. Previously,
he had served in various executive positions with responsibilities
for the opening and operations of the Trump Taj Mahal Casino,
Showboat Casino, Trump Castle Casino and the Tropicana Casino.
Mr. Elam holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration
from the Thomas Edison State College. |
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| KEY PERSONNEL |
| JIM DACEY, VICE PRESIDENT,
INDIAN GAMING DEVELOPMENT |
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Jim has over twenty
years experience managing complex, multi-discipline projects.
He has worked with Tribal governments, federal agencies and
local municipalities and civic organizations to secure the approvals,
agreements and support necessary to conduct tribal gaming. He
is responsible for identifying and securing the services of
all key suppliers and consultants, developing the strategy and
then directing and managing the efforts of the team. Jim is
the company's liaison to the tribal government and their legal
representatives in all matters related to the project. He has
extensive experience in project and contract management, customer
relationship management, as well as implementation of the business
process. Prior to joining Full House Resorts, Jim was with GTECH,
the world's largest lottery supplier, as Director of Operations. |
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| JAMES MEIER, VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE |
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James has over
15 years experience in the hospitality industry. With a proven
background in analyzing the economic and tax implications of
business transactions and acquisitions, SEC disclosures, corporate
asset management and development, James has experience in the
United States, Canada, Mexico, Caribbean and Native American
tribal enterprises. He has hands-on experience in casino accounting
and internal controls as well as regulatory compliance. A CPA
and CMA, James earned his Master's Degree from University of
Nevada, Las Vegas and his Bachelor of Science degree in Business
Administration from Minnesota State University. |
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