Arkansas: Saracen Casino says it delivers $236M per year to local economy

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 7:32 PM
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  • Eplunus Colvin, The Pine Bluff Commercial

Saracen Casino Resort is not only exceeding expectations in the gambling and hospitality industry but also proving a monumental force in the economic revitalization of Jefferson County, according to a recent economic impact analysis.

Chief Marketing Officer Carlton Saffa, the first employee at Saracen and a key figure in the resort’s success, highlighted the staggering figures and the positive changes sweeping through Pine Bluff during a recent address at the Pine Bluff City Council meeting on Monday.

The economic impact analysis, conducted by Boyette Strategic Advisors, a renowned economic development consulting firm, shows Saracen contributes $236 million annually to the local economy.