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bios... Rockwell Group One of Manhattan’s prominent firms, this 90-person firm is guided by President, David Rockwell. Known for their broad range of innovative thinking, they have successfully completed a spectacular portfolio of hospitality projects. Some projects include the Cirque du Soleil theater, Turner Stadium for the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Mohegan Sun Casino and the W in New York (New York and Union Square). They can be reached at 212.463.0334 or www.rockwellgroup.com. Donald Brennan Nevada Gold & Casinos (AMEX:UWN) of Houston, TX, is a developer of gaming properties and has real estate interests in Colorado, California and Nevada. UWN has experience working with Native American reservation leaders, identifying niche markets, securing permanent financing, and developing entertainment facilities. You can reach Don at 713.621.2245 or don@nevadagold.com. I. Nelson Rose Whittier Law School Professor I. Nelson Rose is an internationally known public speaker, writer and scholar and is recognized as one of the world’s leading authorities on gambling law. You can reach Nelson at www.GamblingAndTheLaw.com. Benjamin Mammina MGM Grand Development, Inc. is an entertainment, hotel and gaming company headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. Benjamin H. Mammina joined MGM Grand Development, Inc. in 1997 as Sr. Vice President of Construction to oversee the development of a future $900 million casino project in Atlantic City. He was part of the development team that secured the license to operate a major casino in Detroit and was personally licensed by the Michigan Gaming Control Board. He was responsible for the design and construction of the $220 million Interim MGM Grand Casino in Detroit. You can reach Ben at 702.891.3368. Tom Baird C. F. Jordan, LP delivers construction services to national and international clients from its offices in El Paso, Dallas, College Station, San Antonio, Austin, Tucson, and Phoenix. C. F. Jordan ranks in the top third of general contractors operating nationally according to Engineering News-Record and has the unique capability of building both commercial and residential/multifamily facilities. The Dallas commercial division builds educational, healthcare, institutional, warehouse/distribution, hospitality/leisure and resort facilities. You can reach Tom at tbaird@cfjordan.com. 58 http://www.rockwellgroup.com http://www.GamblingAndTheLaw.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of NEWH - May 2003

NEWH - May 2003
Contents
Letter From the Editor
Hospitality News
Spotlight on NEWH
Tips on Specs....Chandeliers
On the Road Again
Did You Know?
Ancient Storytelling Comes to Life
Indian Gaming: Developing the Latest Gaming Trend
You Can’t Sue an Indian Tribe, Can You?
Putting the Pieces Together: The Steps It Takes to Develop a Casino
Building the Fantasy
The Icing on the Cake: The Importance of Architectural Millwork in Casino Design
Designing Today’s Casino Resort: How to Make Entertainment Memorable and Distinctive
Casino Advertising: A Sure Bet!
Understanding Code Issues Related to Riverboat Casinos
Purchasing on a Dime
Under Wraps
Small Business Advice
Working With Team Players...
In My Opinion...
Taking the Gambling Out of Specifying Gaming Furniture
Industry Partner Education
Bios

NEWH - May 2003