Olympia Gaming announces the team that will oversee the development and operations of Legends Bay Casino in Sparks, Nevada. DeCourcy Graham, chief operating officer, Robin Nedza, chief financial officer, and Court Cardinal, regional president, are all experienced leaders in the gaming industry.
DeCourcy Graham, chief operating officer, will be responsible for managing and developing Legends Bay Casino, as well as all of Olympia Gaming’s existing and future projects. Graham has worked for Olympia Companies for 17 years as its chief marketing & development officer. Prior to joining Olympia Companies, Graham served in various executive roles in the hospitality industry, including at MGM Resorts and Las Vegas Sands. Graham was instrumental in the acquisition of the Legends Bay Casino site in 2007 and has spearheaded the master planning and development of both the casino and two adjacent hotel projects.
Robin Nedza, chief financial officer, will focus on implementing best financial practices at Legends Bay Casino and Olympia’s Casino Fandango in Carson City, Nevada. Nedza has spent the last 20 years with Olympia Companies. Additionally, Nedza served as an assurance manager with Arthur Anderson, LLP, working with clients in gaming and hospitality, real estate and development, technology, and utility industries.
As a member of the American Institute of CPAs and Financial Executives International, Nedza continues to stay connected and keep up with evolving trends in the industry.
Court Cardinal, president and general manager of Casino Fandango, has been named regional president and will lead both Casino Fandango and Legends Bay Casino. In this role, Cardinal will oversee all property operations and day-to-day management. A Reno native, Cardinal began his career in the gaming industry after graduating from the University of Nevada-Reno. In his 30-year career, he has opened two casinos from the ground up, as well as contributed to casino remodels and expansions. Cardinal has been an integral part of the northern Nevada gaming landscape and has served on the board of IGOC (Independent Gaming Operators Coalition).
“We are fortunate to have an executive leadership team of this caliber to lead Olympia Gaming,” said Garry Goett, Chairman and CEO of Olympia Companies. “Building on the success of Casino Fandango, our team is excited to bring this new destination to the City of Sparks. The property will offer exciting gaming, dining and entertainment options unlike anything in northern Nevada.”
