Valley Forge Casino Resort, a premier gaming and entertainment destination, announced the appointment of Martha Morales as its new Vice President and General Manager, pending regulatory approval.

Morales brings extensive leadership experience in the gaming and hospitality industries, most recently as Assistant General Manager of The Orleans Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, a Boyd Gaming property. Prior to joining Boyd Gaming in 2023, she held various leadership roles at a major casino on the Las Vegas Strip.

Morales succeeds Ron Bailey, who has been appointed general manager of Boyd Gaming’s new casino resort development in Norfolk, Virginia.

“I am absolutely thrilled to join Valley Forge Casino Resort as General Manager and couldn’t be more excited for the opportunities ahead. The dedication and passion of this team are truly inspiring, and I look forward to working together to elevate the guest experience. Communication and collaboration are central to my leadership approach, and I’m committed to fostering an environment where every team member feels empowered to contribute and share their ideas,” said Morales.

A graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, with a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Administration-Hospitality Management, Morales also holds an MBA from the University of Southern California. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her leadership and industry contributions, including being named one of UNLV’s 50 Most Intriguing Alumni and a Las Vegas Inc. 40 Under 40 honoree. She was also honored by OutFront Media during Hispanic Heritage Month for her impact on the Latino community and was recently recognized as one of 2024’s Women Rising in Gaming by CDC Gaming and Global Gaming Women.

Global Tote announced that it has renewed its contracts with Boyd Gaming racetracks Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel, Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino – both in Louisiana – and Belterra Casino Resort in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Under the new agreement, Global Tote will provide a mix of terminals including its new BetLine Series teller and self-service wagering terminals. The agreement also includes the provision of new BetLine Cashing Kiosks, offering guests secure, convenient self-service cashing of pari-mutuel tickets.

Global Tote will continue to provide the three Boyd Gaming racetracks and associated off-track betting locations with the Quantum SaaS solution for pari-mutuel wagering, including the Quantum tote software, hosting from Global Tote’s AWS computing environment, central wagering system operations from Global Tote’s international service delivery network, and onsite service of the wagering devices at the tracks.

Zach Taylor, Director of Sales and Business Development, North America for Global Tote, said: “Global Tote is thrilled to renew our partnership with Boyd Gaming. With the Boyd Gaming racetracks each operating in unique and highly competitive betting markets, the enhanced wagering experience and robust performance of the BetLine terminals and Cashing Kiosks will give their racetracks and off-track betting locations the tools to offer their customers the best possible wagering experience. The BetLine Series terminals have been a big hit with our partners, and we are delighted to bring our new technology to the Louisiana and Ohio markets.”

Global Tote, a BetMakers Company, is a global leader in pari-mutuel (tote) wagering technologies and services, creating solutions that propel the racing industry forward. With a presence in over 35 countries, Global Tote’s Quantum and BetLine technologies set the standard in pari-mutuel wagering, global commingling, and wagering device solutions.

Boyd Gaming Corporation announced the promotions of four of its senior executives as part of strengthening its management and organizational structure and underscoring the company’s commitment to serving its guests and driving long-term profitable growth.

Effective immediately, Steve Thompson has been promoted to Chief Administrative Officer, after previously serving as Executive Vice President, Operations for the Nevada region. Succeeding Thompson is Steve Schutte, who was previously Senior Vice President, Operations for the Company’s Las Vegas Locals properties. In addition to oversight of the Company’s Nevada properties, Schutte will assume responsibility for Corporate Slot Operations, Food and Beverage, and Hotel Operations.

Also effective immediately, Ted Bogich has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer, after previously serving as Executive Vice President, Operations for the Company’s Midwest & South region. Succeeding Bogich is Ward Shaw, who previously oversaw Company operations in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio as Senior Vice President, Operations.

“These appointments strengthen our management structure and help position Boyd for today’s dynamic and fast changing environment,” said Keith Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Each of these four accomplished executives has played a critical role in our Company’s success, and through their expanded roles we will further leverage their talent and expertise as we continue to drive long-term growth and efficiencies throughout our operations.”

Thompson has served in numerous senior executive positions with Boyd Gaming since joining the Company in 1983. He was named Senior Vice President, Operations for Boyd Gaming’s Nevada region in 2004, and Executive Vice President, Operations in 2016. In his new role as Chief Administrative Officer, Thompson will oversee a number of key Corporate functions, including Procurement, Administration, Design & Construction, Corporate Social Responsibility, Corporate Communications, and Race and Sports.

With 30 years of experience in the gaming industry, Schutte has served as Senior Vice President, Operations for Boyd Gaming since joining the Company in 2014, and currently has oversight of the Company’s Las Vegas Locals properties. Prior to joining Boyd Gaming, Schutte served in senior operations positions at gaming companies in Ohio and Las Vegas.

Bogich joined Boyd Gaming in 2004 as Vice President and General Manager of Sam’s Town Tunica, and was named Vice President and General Manager of Blue Chip Casino Hotel in 2007. He was promoted to Senior Vice President, Operations in 2012, and to Executive Vice President, Operations in 2016. In his new role as Chief Operating Officer, Bogich will have oversight of the Company’s 28 properties nationwide. Bogich will also retain oversight of Corporate Marketing, and Slot Analytics and Strategy.

Shaw has 25 years of experience in the gaming industry, serving as Senior Vice President, Operations for Boyd Gaming since joining the Company in 2018. Previously, Shaw held various senior level positions for large gaming companies in multiple jurisdictions.