Cordish Gaming Group has recently made a significant announcement that will shape the future of its latest venture, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. Bryan M. Prettyman, a veteran with over 36 years of experience in the gaming and resort industries, has been appointed as Senior Vice President of Property Operations for this upcoming $270 million resort. Scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana represents a major investment in the Shreveport-Bossier market and will be the first Live! branded property in Louisiana.
Bryan M. Prettyman: A Storied Career in Gaming
Bryan M. Prettyman’s appointment to SVP of Property Operations underscores the strategic importance of this new project for Cordish Gaming Group. Prettyman brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having served in various high-profile positions across the gaming industry. His career began in 1988 with Trump Entertainment Resorts, where he quickly rose through the ranks to become Director in 2001. His subsequent roles include Director and General Manager at Treasure Island Resort & Casino from 2003 to 2007, VP at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel for four years, and Regional Director of Marketing at Choctaw Casino & Resort starting in 2018. Most recently, Prettyman held the position of VP of Slots and Marketing at Live! Casino Pittsburgh.
Strategic Appointment: Enhancing the Live! Brand
John J. Chaszar, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, expressed enthusiasm about Prettyman’s appointment. Chaszar highlighted that Prettyman’s extensive expertise would play a critical role in launching and establishing Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana as a premier gaming and entertainment destination. According to Chaszar, the addition of Prettyman to the leadership team will strengthen the national Live! Casino brand and enhance the resort’s appeal in the region.
Development of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana
Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is poised to make a significant impact on the Shreveport-Bossier market, marking the first land-based casino in the area and introducing the Live! brand to Louisiana. The project, which involves a $270 million investment, is being constructed on the site of the former Diamond Jacks Casino & Hotel. Construction for the new resort commenced in December 2023, with an anticipated opening in the first quarter of 2025.
Recent Appointments and Organizational Changes
The appointment of Bryan M. Prettyman is part of a broader strategy by Cordish Gaming Group to build a top-tier leadership team for Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. In June, Jamie Williams was named Director of Sales, and John J. Chaszar took on the role of Executive Vice President and General Manager in May. These appointments are indicative of the group’s commitment to assembling a highly skilled team to oversee the successful launch and operation of the new property.
As Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana prepares to open its doors, the strategic appointments and investments made by Cordish Gaming Group highlight the importance of this venture. With Bryan M. Prettyman’s extensive experience and the recent leadership changes, the project is well-positioned to become a leading destination for gaming and entertainment in Louisiana. The $270 million investment reflects the group’s confidence in the potential of this new property and its commitment to enhancing the Live! brand across the nation.