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River Palms names GM

Thu, Sep 4, 2008

Tropicana Entertainment has named Ed Ailstock as general manager of the River Palms Hotel Casino in Laughlin, Nevada.

Ailstock will oversee all operations of the 1,000-room resort.

Ailstock joined the River Palms Hotel and Casino in 2001 as slot manager. He was promoted to director of casino operations, and in 2006 was named casino general manager. He has 19 years experience in the gaming industry in various management positions in Nevada, Louisiana and Iowa.  
“Ed has both a technical and management background that is a great asset to the property,” said Rick Yuhas, regional vice president of Tropicana Entertainment. “He is bringing new and exciting games to the casino floor and with his personal emphasis on customer service, our guests will have a memorable experience at the River Palms.”

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