Marker Trax and Koin Payments, companies founded by Gary Ellis of Ellis Island Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Thursday announced the promotions of two key executives. Charlie Skinner is now president at Marker Trax, while Gary Larkin will be president of Koin.
Marker Trax is the industry’s first cashless-casino-marker provider, while Koin’s digital-payment network provides gaming patrons the convenience of cashless payments anywhere, anytime, in or outside casinos. Both companies are located in Las Vegas.
“The future of our industry is cashless and Charlie and Gary are the perfect ambassadors to lead us into that future,” Ellis said. “Being involved with both companies from the beginning and with decades of industry experience between them, they’ve had a monumental impact thus far and I have every confidence they’ll flourish in their new leadership roles.”
Skinner has been Marker Trax’s chief operating officer since the Las Vegas-based company was founded in 2018. He also has worked for International Game Technology (IGT), United Coin Machine Co., and Red Rock Resorts.
“We’re bringing more and more operators and players into the cashless fold every day, and I’m excited to continue to work with Gary as our two companies move forward together,” Skinner said.
Larkin previously was president of TNS Payment Systems. He is also the founder of Debit Plus and EPOINT Payment Corporation.
“From the beginning, Koin and Marker Trax have naturally evolved together,” Larkin said. “Charlie and I are committed to continuing that shared growth.”
