Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Announces Promotions on Operations Team
(MARICOPA, Ariz. – Oct. 7, 2022) – Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, part of Caesars Entertainment and the state’s only tribal casino to have an international management partner, today announced several key operations team promotions.
Samantha Gulick has been promoted to director of marketing and hotel operations. In her new role, Gulick will continue to oversee all marketing efforts including advertising, public relations and outreach strategies that drive traffic and build brand awareness for the casino but will also oversee all hotel, spa and pool operations. Gulick has been with Caesars Entertainment for more than eight years, most recently as the director of marketing.
Nathan Kinstlinger has been promoted to director of food and beverage operations. In the new role, he will be responsible for implementing short- and long-term strategies for all food and beverage operations as well as maintaining cost and inventory controls to positively impact the property’s bottom line. In addition, Kinstlinger will also oversee all retail operations. Kinstlinger has been with Caesars Entertainment for more than 10 years, most recently as food and beverage manager.
Cody Hansen has been promoted to food and beverage operations manager. Hansen will oversee all guest-facing food and beverage service for the casino, pool bar and banquet area. Hansen joined Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino in 2017, serving most recently as the assistant food and beverage manager.
“Harrah’s Ak-Chin regularly looks for opportunities for growth and advancement from within our team,” said Michael Kintner, senior vice president and general manager. “These promotions reflect that commitment and are a demonstration of these individuals have been instrumental in spearheading our performance and success. Their expertise, skills and leadership continue to support the ongoing evolution and growth of Harrah’s Ak-Chin.”
About Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino:
For nearly 30 years in Maricopa, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino has been Arizona’s first and only tribal casino to have an international management partner. Harrah’s Ak-Chin is the only casino in Arizona that allows guests, through its Caesars Rewards program, to unlock benefits and other prizes that can be used worldwide at the entire Caesars’ family of casinos.
Harrah’s Ak-Chin also boasts one of the two Bingo halls within the Caesars portfolio, continuing the proud heritage of William F. Harrah, who opened his first Bingo hall in Reno in 1937.
In addition to Craps, Roulette, sports betting, slot machines, video poker, video Keno, statewide progressives, and blackjack, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino guests can also enjoy a variety of dining options, including the Copper Cactus Grill, Chop, Block & Brew, Oak & Fork, Agave’s Restaurant and Dunkin’®.
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino features 529 luxurious resort and tower guestrooms, spa and fitness center, and an outdoor swimming pool with a swim-up bar.
Harrah’s Ak-Chin has been named a Most Admired Company by Arizona Business Magazine and Best Companies AZ, and Phoenix Business Journal has named the property one of the “Best Places to Work in the Valley” for four consecutive years. Harrah’s Ak-Chin was also awarded a Volunteer Service Award from the Arizona Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism.
For more information about Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino, visit www.harrahsakchin.com. Must be 21 or older to gamble. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-NEXT STEP. ©2022, Caesars License Company, LLC.
