She began her career in the 1990s as a card-game dealer for Harrah’s Casino in Joliet, Illinois. Prior to joining Graton, Rivera spent 15 years as general manager of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, a Tulsa, Oklahoma, establishment operated by Cherokee Nation Entertainment. I’m thrilled that she’s spearheading our property expansion, which will allow us to serve our guests with additional entertainment and amenities as we give back to our community.” “We have the best team members in the business largely because of Lana’s leadership.
“Lana has driven both growth and loyalty at Graton,” Sarris said in the July 18 press release. She will continue to report directly to Greg Sarris, tribal chairman for the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria. She is also spearheading Graton’s announced $1 billion property expansion. Rivera has been general manager since 2019.Īn enrolled member of the Muscogee Creek Tribe, Rivera is responsible for overseeing all business functions - marketing, operations, and food and beverage services. Graton Resort & Casino has announced promotion of Lana Rivera to president, a new role to the organization.
