Indian Gaming 2017 Tradeshow and Conference

Michael Ka'ahanui
Director of Marketing
Muckleshoot Casino


Michael Ka’ahanui’s extensive leadership experience spans multiple regions and includes more than 20 years of casino management. With a record of consistently producing significant cost savings while achieving increased revenue, Michael currently serves as Director of Marketing for Muckleshoot Casino, the largest gaming facility in the Pacific Northwest. As part of his role, he is leading a dramatic re-envisioning of the department, from functionality to creative direction. Previously, Michael served as Director of Relationship Marketing for Thunder Valley Casino Resort in Lincoln, California where he blended a dedication to superior guest service and analysis with state-of-the-art, database-driven outreach campaigns. In 2004 as Director of Guest Development for Pala Casino Spa Resort, Michael proved instrumental in designing the first, dedicated Asian Marketing program in the Southern California market, producing a 50% growth among top-tier guests. Michael’s gaming career began with Caesars Entertainment in Atlantic City where his background in computer science, guest service and public relations helped to advance the company’s efforts in a variety of departments across multiple regions.

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