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From: Brian Spencer
Sent: Thursday, February 27, 2014 1:23 PM
To: Brian Spencer
Subject: NEWS RELEASE: Alex Gilliam Named Senior Director of Slots
1751 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70119 www.fairgroundsracecourse.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Brian W. Spencer, Racing Analyst/Racing Communications, 504.948.1233, brian.spencer@fgno.com
ALEX GILLIAM NAMED SENIOR DIRECTOR OF SLOTS AT FAIR GROUNDS RACE COURSE & SLOTS
NEW ORLEANS (Thursday, February 27, 2014) – Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots has named Alex Gilliam as its new Senior Director of Slots.
Gilliam brings with him more than 15 years of experience in the gaming industry, most recently serving as Director of Casino Operations for Lady Luck Casino in Vicksburg, Mississippi, and formerly holding that same title at Ameristar Casino in Kansas City, Missouri.
“Alex has a proven track record of operational excellence and a history of producing tangible results,” said Fair Grounds President Tim Bryant. “His successes in boosting team morale and overseeing numerous developmental projects at previous properties will make him a great asset for us, and we are excited to have him join our team.”
About Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots
Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, the nation’s third-oldest racetrack, has been in operation since 1872. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds is owned by Churchill Downs Incorporated (NASDAQ Global Select Market: CHDN); it also operates a slot-machine gaming facility and 11 off-track betting parlors throughout southeast Louisiana. The 142nd Thoroughbred Racing Season – highlighted by the 101st running of the $1 million Louisiana Derby – will run from November 22, 2013 through March 30, 2014. More information can be found online at www.FairGroundsRaceCourse.com.
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