Four Winds Ventures appoints new CEO
George most recently served as president of Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain, North Carolina.
US.- The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians of Michigan’s Four Winds Ventures has appointed Kathy George as its chief executive officer (CEO). She most recently served as president of Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain, North Carolina.
George previous served as CEO of FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan and its owned subsidiary businesses for the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi Indians. She has also worked as general manager for Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel in Niagara Falls, New York, and a temporary Casino at Buffalo Creek in Buffalo, New York. She also held general manager roles for hotel operators including DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites, and Wyndham International.
Four Winds Ventures was created to seek investment and consulting opportunities in development, management and operations in commercial gaming, hospitality and related sectors.
Matthew Wesaw, chairman of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians, said George was “one of the most respected leaders in the gaming and hospitality industry, with an exceptional track record of operational excellence, strategic vision, and developing strong teams. Just as importantly, she understands the unique role Tribal enterprises play in creating opportunities and further diversifying our economic portfolio.”
Mary Smith, chair of the Four Winds Ventures board and president and CEO of Four Winds Casinos added: “Kathy brings a proven track record and a myriad of skills in the development and management of tribally-owned assets. Her extensive experience and proven leadership make her the ideal person to guide Four Winds Ventures into its next phase of development.”
