Eagle Mountain Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Recognition of Long Time Team Members
(Eagle Mountain Casino, Porterville, Ca 93257) – Eagle Mountain is celebrating 25 years by giving back to the heart of their operation, their team members. Today Eagle Mountain continued their celebration of 25 years by giving back to their team members. Team members that have been with the Casino since its opening June of 1996, were recognized and honored by the Tribal Council.
More than 100 team members attended the event held today at the Eagle Mountain Casino event center where they were treated to a catered lunch by Juicy Burger, a local favorite with a location in Porterville.
Throughout the anniversary month, team members have been entered into an ongoing raffle to win prizes including HD TV’s, Beats Headphones, and Bluetooth speakers to name a few. Team members heard
from speakers General Manager Matthew Mingrone, Chairman Willie Garfield, and Vice Chairman Neil Peyron, detailing the importance of the work that they do, and how greatly they are appreciated.
“At Eagle Mountain Casino, team members are appreciated, and we want to make sure they know how valued they are. They are a big part of why Eagle Mountain is known as The People’s Casino and
recognized as the place guests enjoy because of how great our guest experience is.” explains Casino General Manager, Matthew Mingrone.
Eight team members who are still with the casino since day one were honored from different departments. Theses honored team members received a commemorative clock and a certificate to honor the work that
they have done over the years and their commitment to the Casino and Tule River Tribe. “It’s been a fun ride these first 25 years, and I’m looking forward to the next 25 years with this great team. I look forward
to helping the Casino grow in the new property”. said Dennis Hunter, Director of Casino Operations and one of the eight team members that was honored today.
“The hard work of our team has provided for this community and for our people, I want to thank everyone for hanging in there through the tough times” said Chairman Garfield. “The Council sees all the hard
work that the team has put in, and on behalf of my family and our tribe, we appreciate everything you do for Eagle Mountain Casino” added Vice Chairman Neil Peyron.
Eagle Mountain Casino
Eagle Mountain Casino, 17 miles east of Porterville, is a full-service casino and is owned and operated by the Tule River Tribe. Guests must be 18 years of age to enter, and the Casino is open 24/7. The Grizzly
Food court is open 24/7 and the River Steakhouse is open Thursday – Sunday from 5pm – 10pm. Eagle Mountain Casino is a short drive from Bakersfield or Visalia. Bus service from Bakersfield is suspended
until further notice due to Covid.