12013September 2013Pinnacle Entertainment

WELCOMEPinnacle Team Members

to YOUR MAGAZINE

2 September

It is a pleasure to welcome team members from Ameristar Casinos to Pinnacle Entertainment. This past December we announced the merging of two great companies. Today, we are one company, Pinnacle Entertainment. We often refer to our company as “PNK” which is both our symbol on the New York Stock Exchange as well as an informal manner in which to refer to our company. Although the company name may be new to some team members, the names of our properties and racetracks will remain the same.

Our core values are the guiding principles in how we treat our guests, team members, and our shareholders. Through feedback from both Ameristar and PNK team members, we define our company through a new set of values that has the best of both company cultures: Integrity, Excellence, Care, Innovation, and Ownership. In this magazine and as we move forward, you will learn more about our values.

Our company’s mission is to be the Best Casino Entertainment Company in the World©. I’m often asked by team members what it means to be the ‘best’. We are at our ‘best’ when we take ownership of the guest experience and deliver excellent service; when we stay true to our integrity and show care and compassion for others; and when we challenge ourselves to be innovative and creative to do our best work. We judge ‘best’ against ourselves, not other companies. I believe we all know when we are doing our best work.

Life is made up of moments and we want the moments you spend at PNK to be magical and memorable. Throughout our journey together, we will support you both personally and professionally so you can Be the Best You™. We will use this phrase often, to keep true to our promise and remind each other that work isn’t just about earning a paycheck – it’s an important part of living your best life. At PNK, your good work will be appreciated and rewarded; you will develop meaningful relationships with your fellow team members; and, you will have the opportunity to learn new life skills.

In this magazine, you will be introduced to our PNK leadership team, a group of accomplished and dedicated leaders. You will also be introduced to our wonderful portfolio of casinos and racetracks. mypnk Magazine is published quarterly and is written by team members for team members. In future issues, you will read stories written by you and your teammates. Please email mypnk@pnkmail.com and ask how you can get involved or to submit a story.

I look forward to many memorable and magical moments together. We Are PNK.

All the best,

Anthony SanfilippoChief Executive Officer

Dear Fellow PNK Team Members

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Welcome to Y o u r M a g a z i n e

2013September

5Meet our leadership team. We call them “Stewards”

because in everything they do, they act as good stewards to our company.

20 Our corporate offices are called the Las

Vegas Service Center because our main objective is serving our team members. Check out our new building.

4River City Casino & Hotel and Ameristar Casino

Resort Spa St. Charles team members come together for the first time.

16Meet our General Managers and learn a

few fun facts about our 16 casinos and racetracks.

10 We’re Better Together. Check out some

interesting facts about our new PNK family.

Pinnacle Entertainment8918 Spanish Ridge Ave - Las Vegas, NV 89148

(702) 541-7777 pinnaclepipeline.com

Article proposals and unsolicited articles can be emailed to mypnk@pnkmail.com

PUBLISHER

Pinnacle Entertainment

EDITORIAL

Editor In ChiefTracy West - Director of Internal Communications

Chief Executive Officer

President & Chief Financial Officer

Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer

Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary

Executive Vice President of Government Relations & Public Affairs

Executive Vice President of Operations

Executive Vice President of Operations

Senior Vice President and General Manager, L’Auberge Lake Charles

Senior Vice President of Human Resources

Anthony Sanfilippo - Carlos Ruisanchez -

Ginny Shanks -

Jack Godfrey -

Troy Stremming -

Neil Walkoff -

Michelle Shriver -

Keith W. Henson -

Christina Donelson -

STEWARDS

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River City Casino & Hotel and Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles team members

share their excitement for coming together as one company, leaping for joy in front of the fountain at River City.

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ANThONY SANfILIPPOChief Executive OfficerTeam Member Since 2010

CareerAnthony brings more than 30 years of industry experience to the company, including managing and developing gaming operations in diverse jurisdictions throughout the United States.

“Both Ameristar and PNK company cultures focus on guests, team members, and shareholders. Together, we will be an impressive company, creating many opportunities for career growth for our team members along with a variety of locations to create magical and memorable experiences for our guests.”

FunAt PNK, enjoying life is an important part of our company culture. Anthony supports engaging activities such as the annual Talent Show where team members display their talents with one another.

“It’s terrific to see our team members gain more responsibility and grow professionally. It’s important that we have a culture where team members can be their very best. I also very much enjoy when team members show their spirit – whether it is with our guests or with one another such as our recent property Talent Shows.”

FamilyAnthony and his wife Angie have three daughters, Florence, Sara, and Rose, and two sons, Tyler and Matt. Together as a family, they enjoy skiing, riding bikes and playing

tennis. “I love my family. I have a wonderful wife and terrific kids. I am a very fortunate man.”

“Our company must have Integrity as the core value of what defines us. In every decision that we make, we must choose to do the right thing and live up to the promises that we make to each other, our guests, and our shareholders. Integrity is at the foundation of our company and is something that we are mindful of each and every day.” – Anthony Sanfilippo

River City Casino & Hotel and Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles team members

share their excitement for coming together as one company, leaping for joy in front of the fountain at River City.

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CARLOS RUISANChEZ President & Chief Financial OfficerTeam Member Since 2008

CareerAs President and Chief Financial Officer, Carlos has a wide range of responsibilities in the areas of strategy, development, finance, planning and analysis, and accounting. Before joining Pinnacle, he worked at the investment banking firm Bear, Stearns & Co., which he joined in 1997 and where he served as Senior Managing Director responsible for corporate clients in the gaming, lodging and leisure industries, as well as financial sponsor banking relationships.

FamilyCarlos and his wife Mary are proud parents of four girls, all four years old or younger! His eldest daughter is Giselle (4), then came Gabriella (2) and most recently Mary and Carlos welcomed twins into the family – Colette and Claudia (1).

“I enjoy spending time with my family. We make pancakes for breakfast whenever I am home and enjoy doing puzzles together. My wife and I are dedicated runners and often run together on the weekends and when we travel.”

Words of Wisdom“Don’t forget where you came from.”“How can you expect others to bet on you, if you can’t bet on yourself?”

“We are very proud of our mission to become the Best Casino Entertainment Company in the World. It is with talented team members who do their best work each and every day that we are able to achieve this mission. Together, when we are at our best as individuals, we achieve excellence.”

– Carlos Ruisanchez

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GINNY ShANkSExecutive Vice President& Chief Administrative OfficerTeam Member Since 2010

CareerGinny brings 30 years of gaming industry experience in marketing, operations, and executive leadership to Pinnacle Entertainment. She is responsible for all companywide marketing, Human Resources, Information Technology, research, and oversees the Heartland Poker Tour brand.

“Being responsible for Marketing, Human Resources and IT means that some days are spent developing new ideas, some are spent problem solving and some are spent traveling to our wonderful properties. It’s a fast-paced, often immediate gratification environment that suits me perfectly!”

“It is a joy to watch people I have worked with over the years succeed. It’s so gratifying to help people along the way and then watch them succeed in both their personal and professional lives.”

FamilyGinny enjoys traveling with her husband Tony, and sons Chris and Tyler. This year, they traveled to Hawaii to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary.

PassionGinny is a board member of the Make-A-Wish of Southern Nevada. Helping others is a lifelong passion for her.

“This charity is very near to my heart as my husband’s nephew has Batten disease and his life has been made happier through the kindness of Make-A-Wish.”

CultureWhen asked what she enjoys most about our company culture, Ginny references how open and accessible we are with each other. 

“There is a level of trust that is built because of the way we interact with each other.” 

Words of Wisdom“Run your own race. You control you...Don’t use another person’s yardstick to measure your success.”

“Innovation is an important part of who we are as a company. We challenge one another to think outside the box and we aren’t afraid to fail. A great example of Innovation is our partnership with Mercedes-Benz. One day we thought ‘wouldn’t it be nice to give our best customers a leased luxury car?’. We studied the concept, concluded it was beneficial to our guests and shareholders, and made it happen. Everyone in our company is encouraged to be adventurous, creative, and collaborative.”

– Ginny Shanks

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JACk GOdfREYExecutive Vice President, General Counsel & SecretaryTeam Member Since 2002

CareerPrior to joining Pinnacle Entertainment, Jack was a partner of the Las Vegas-based law firm Schreck Brignone Godfrey and he also served as outside gaming counsel to Pinnacle.

“I love what I do because I have the honor of helping to protect the credibility of this great company. The people I work with make coming to work even more enjoyable. We treat each other with mutual respect and work well together as a team.”

Something you might not know about Jack is that during Law School, he played Rhythm Guitar in a band called Winslow Ridge. His bandmates were his fellow rock ‘n’ roll loving law students. A newspaper article once wrote about the band, “… the fans eat and sleep for the Ridge – The Ridge is like the air; they must breathe their music to live…” The Ridge still plays gigs periodically.

PassionOutside of work, Jack enjoys playing guitar and golf and spending time with his significant other, Cyndi. He raised two sons for which he is very proud. “I have raised two boys who are now good men with solid values.”

Words of Wisdom“Sometimes fail, often succeed, always try”

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TROY STREMMINGExecutive Vice President Government Relations & Public AffairsTeam Member Since 1996

CareerTroy began his casino career in 1996 as General Counsel for Station Casinos’ Midwest Operations. In 2000, when Station Casinos sold its Midwest Operations to Ameristar, Troy became Ameristar’s Vice President of Government Relations responsible for enhancing and maintaining the public and governmental perception of the company.

“I love the excitement of not knowing what challenges lie ahead each day. It is very gratifying to be entrusted with protecting the reputation and enhancing the public’s perception of our company.”

FamilyTroy and his wife Abbi have a daughter Sydney and son Jackson. They enjoy watching their children work hard toward success - for Sydney, it’s competitive cheerleading and for Jackson, it’s baseball and basketball.

“I am so fortunate to have a wonderful wife – a partner who, like me, is invested in raising our children. Watching my children form their own values and grow to become polite, respectful, mature individuals is about as good as it gets. I couldn’t be more proud of my family and the young adults my children are becoming.”

Giving BackTroy is very active in the local community in Kansas City. He serves on six boards including Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association and a Board Member of the MidAmerica Minority Business Development Council.

“Abbi and I have tried to instill the importance of giving back in the community with our children through their involvement with Operation Breakthrough and Kansas City Pet Project. We recently hosted a Books and Boutiques patron party in our home to benefit oncology services at Saint Luke’s South Hospital.”

Words of Wisdom“My father has a saying, which in retrospect, ended up having a profound effect on my career. He said, “Your attitude, more than your aptitude, will determine your altitude in life.” I always found it fitting for him, as he owned a travel agency and later was the president of the local airport.”

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10 September

Cactus Petes Resort Casino & The Horseshu Hotel and Casino Jackpot, Nevada

Las Vegas Service Center (Corporate)Las Vegas, Nevada

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk, Colorado

Retama ParkRacetrack Selma, Texas

16LOCATIONS

2racetracks

21,060

SLOT MACHINES

511table

games

72RESTAURANTS

4,332Hotel Rooms

13Hotels

BETTER TOGETHERWE’RE

Retama Park Racetrack is the newest member of the Pinnacle family, joining the team in early 2013. Ameristar Black Hawk received

regulatory approval to add craps and roulette in July 2009.

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Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs, Iowa

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City, Missouri

River City Casino & Hotel St. Louis, Missouri

Ameristar Casino Hotel Vicksburg, Mississippi

Boomtown Bossier City, Louisiana

L’AubergeBaton Rouge, Louisiana

Boomtown Harvey, Louisiana

L’AubergeLake Charles, Louisiana

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles, Missouri

Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago, Indiana

River Downs Racetrack Cincinnati, Ohio

Belterra Casino Resort Florence, Indiana

9STATES

848,000SQUARE FEET

OF CASINO

15,000 Team Members

Pinnacle Entertainment & AmeristarAs the saying goes, two is better than one. Ameristar Casinos and Pinnacle Entertainment have joined together creating an extended family of nearly 15,000 team members. With the merging of two great companies, we will have more offerings for our guests, more career opportunities for our team members, and the ability to provide greater long-term value for our shareholders. Check out all the ways that we are better together, and how together we will achieve our mission of becoming the Best Casino Entertainment Company in the World.

Nevada is the proud home of the first Ameristar property.

In 1972, Cactus Petes Team Member, Sue Benkula became the very first female Pit Boss in the State

of Nevada. Ameristar Kansas City is home to the largest casino

floor in the Midwest.

158,340square feet OF MEETING SPACE

River City Casino & Hotel in St. Louis recently opened a brand-new Event

Center along with a new parking garage and hotel.

PINNACLE

AMERISTAR

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NEIL WALkOffExecutive Vice President of Operations Team Member Since 2010

CareerNeil joined Pinnacle Entertainment in August 2010, as the General Manager of River City Casino. He is currently the Executive Vice President of Operations overseeing Belterra Casino Resort, River Downs Racetrack, River City Casino & Hotel, Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City, Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles, Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago, and Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs.

“I enjoy working together with outstanding team members, exceeding expectations in regards to team member engagement, enhancing the experience for our guests, and driving consistently improved financial results”.

FamilyNeil enjoys visiting Disney World with his wife Julie, son Cooper and daughters Maggie and Samantha. “My kids think I am the best dad ever when I take them there.”

Future“I am most excited about learning from the best demonstrated practices of a great company (Ameristar) and incorporating them with our practices so together we can become the Best Casino Entertainment Company in the World.”

Words of Wisdom“The best advice I have ever been given is to model the behavior that I want my team to practice. If I want my team to treat each other with respect and be passionate about what they do, I need to exemplify this each and every day.”

“At PNK, you don’t need a title to make a difference. Our team members have the opportunity and are encouraged to lead by example. That’s what ownership is all about - It’s having the courage to take on initiatives that will improve a property’s success.”

– Neil Walkoff

MIChELLE ShRIvERExecutive Vice President of Operations Team Member Since 1996

CareerMichelle started her career with Ameristar in 1996 and held a variety of positions in marketing and operations including VP and AGM of Ameristar Kansas City and SVP and GM of Ameristar Black Hawk. Michelle is the Executive Vice President of Operations and is responsible for Boomtown New Orleans, Boomtown Bossier City, Ameristar Casino Hotel Vicksburg, Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk, Cactus Petes Resort Casino, Horseshu Hotel & Casino and all corporate operations shared services functions. “I love that my job is different every single day. There is nothing “routine” about being in Operations. There is always something new to learn or solve, and although there are key metrics I always need to pay attention to, what goes into those metrics is multi-faceted. There is never a dull moment, it’s incredibly fast-paced, and the people I work with are terrific.”

FamilyMichelle has been married for 23 years to her husband Kriss who owns three Tropical Smoothie Cafés in the Las Vegas Valley and was recently awarded the rights to develop in the state of Colorado. They have two sons, Cody and Justin, ages 21 and 18. She recently became a proud grandmother to her one-year-old grandson Colton.

“I’d like to think that Cody’s unconditional love for Colton has something to do with the unconditional love I’ve always had for him. And, my youngest son Justin is incredibly hard-working and I’d like to think he takes after his mom in that respect.”

LeadershipMichelle surrounds herself with talented people and says her greatest accomplishment has been helping them grow and develop both personally and professionally.

“When you are able to make a positive impact in someone else’s life and career, that is the pinnacle of success to me.”

Words of Wisdom“The best advice I ever received was to never let success get to your head, and never let failure get to your heart. I feel the right blend of humility and confidence – and amazing mentors – have made a huge impact in my career”

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kEITh W. hENSON Senior Vice President & General ManagerL’Auberge Lake CharlesTeam Member Since 1997

CareerKeith W. Henson is the Senior Vice President & General Manager of L’Auberge Casino Resort. In this role he is responsible for day-to-day operations at Pinnacle Entertainment’s premier hotel casino resort located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He also oversees Retama Park Racetrack in Selma, Texas. In August 2010, Keith was appointed as the Vice President of Casino Operations and Assistant General Manager at L’Auberge Lake Charles. Previously he served as the Senior Director of Human Resources at L’Auberge and worked as a President’s Associate managing special projects for Anthony Sanfilippo. Keith’s extensive gaming experience also includes positions as corporate Vice President of Casino Operations and corporate Vice President of Relationship

Marketing for Pinnacle. Since joining Pinnacle in 1997, Keith has worked many different front-line and management positions.

“I am most proud of the risks I have taken which opened up new opportunities throughout my career. Due to the support and mentorship I have received, I was always encouraged to take risks in areas which were new to me. This company has continued to recognize and reward those team members who are adaptable, embrace change, and work hard.”

FamilyKeith and his wife Stephanie have a daughter named Olivia and a dog named Lola May. Keith enjoys scuba diving, snow skiing, and visiting the beach with his family.

“My daughter, Olivia, has changed my perspective and life. Quite simply, my family is my single most important priority.”

Words of Wisdom“The best advice I ever received was to learn the business by starting at the bottom and working your way up the ladder. I’ve worked most every position at a horse racetrack or casino. I first started in the casino business as a table games dealer at Boomtown Reno. I understand the diverse work environments that exist on the casino floor, whether it is for a dealer, a slot attendant, or a cage cashier. This experience helps me make better decisions today to relate to my team members on a more real level.”

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ChRISTINA J. dONELSONSenior Vice President of Human Resources Team Member Since 2010

CareerChristina got her start in the hospitality industry as a gate agent for Delta Airlines and has worked in a variety of front-line and managerial roles in the hotel, restaurant, and airline industries. Most recently, she has held positions in talent management and Human Resources and is now the Senior Vice President of HR.

“I’m excited about the opportunity to build something together – to decide what type of company we want to be, and then to make it happen. Very few people have an opportunity

like this in their careers, and every one of our team members will be able to make an impact on our collective success.”

PassionChristina is active in the research and development of women leaders and is the former chair of the Women’s Research Institute of Nevada. She is also active with the American Gaming Association’s Global Gaming Women group.

“As the mother of two young girls, ensuring that we live in a country (ideally, a world!) where everyone is provided equal opportunities is critically important to me. With hard work and perseverance, an individual should be able to thrive and succeed, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation or disability.”

FamilyChristina and her husband George have two daughters Lola and Vivian. They enjoy traveling to new places, as well as, spending time together on their family farm in Oklahoma.

“We are often approached by people who are curious about adoption. I’m always happy to share our experiences with others and encourage anyone with an open heart to consider adoption – not necessarily for the sake of the child, perhaps more so for the adults. Being a parent to these two girls truly is the most fulfilling role I have.”

“We asked Pinnacle and Ameristar team members to describe their company culture in one word. The word we heard the most was “care”. Showing genuine care and compassion for team members, guests, and shareholders as well as the communities in which we live and operate is important to all of us. Together, we are going to be an extraordinary company.”

– Christina Donelson

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L’Auberge LAke ChArLes Lake Charles, Louisiana

L’Auberge bAton rouge Baton Rouge, Louisiana

“L’Auberge Lake Charles is an amazing place to work! Team members treat each other like family and truly embrace the core values we represent as a company.” - Keith W. Henson, SVP and GM

“The best part of my job is absolutely the people. Here at L’Auberge Baton Rouge we’ve worked to create a culture that encourages our team members to strive for greatness, while providing legendary moments to our guests.” - Mickey Parenton, VP and GM

Mickey and team members celebrate after a town hall meeting in December 2012.

SVP and GM Keith with his wife Stephanie, daughter Olivia, and dog Lola May.

VP and GM Mickey (third from right) and team members at the Team Member of the

Quarter dinner at 18 STEAK.

Fun Facts

Fun Facts

L’Auberge Lake Charles team members participated in the ReALLIEty Challenge where they ran through military-style obstacles in support of Wounded Warriors.

In September 2012, Hurricane Isaac had different plans for L’Auberge Baton Rouge as the storm delayed the scheduled grand opening. The hurricane could cause delays, but couldn’t stop the crowds from coming. The L’Auberge team welcomed 18,000 guests their first weekend.

Within one year of opening, L’Auberge Baton Rouge, along with L’Auberge Lake Charles, received the honor of Best of the South 2013 Reader’s Choice Award from AAA Southern Traveler Magazine. Readers found ‘something special’ about L’Auberge. That something special is L’Auberge team members who create magical and memorable moments each and every day.

The tallest structure in Southwest Louisiana, L’Auberge Lake Charles is taller than the nearby I-10 and I-210 bridges. With more than 2,200 team members, L’Auberge is Pinnacle’s largest resort. The 26-story hotel, with 1,000 elegant rooms, suites, and villas is perched on the lake at Contraband Bayou. The 242-acre spread includes a Tom Fazio-designed golf course, full service spa, and trendy shops, as well as entertainment and dining options. The resort has a marina with 16 slips, a lazy river, a private adults-only pool area, and a beach. Touloulou’s Beach Bar & Grill has become a popular spot for guests and locals alike and hosts a charity sandcastle contest annually.

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booMtoWn bossier City Bossier City, Louisiana

booMtoWn neW orLeAns Harvey, Louisiana

“While doing business in a highly competitive market like Bossier, service levels, and guest experiences make all the difference. The Boomtown team members are absolutely the reason our guests visit time and time again.”- Rod Centers, VP and GM

VP and GM Rod and his wife Jacki.

Fun Facts

Fun Facts

Boomtown team members bring home the title of first place winners at the 2013 Relay for Life.

On March 21, World Down Syndrome Day, team members at Boomtown Casino New Orleans, wore brightly colored socks for the Lots of Socks event. VP and GM Harold with his wife

Angie and children Abby, Jack, and McKenna.

“Boomtown New Orleans has dozens of team members and thousands of guests who have been loyal since day one—all part of a success story 19 years in the making.”

- Harold Rowland, VP and GM

Pinnacle’s ‘oldest’ property, Boomtown New Orleans opened in 1994 in Harvey, Louisiana which is located on the West Bank of New Orleans. Of Boomtown’s 600 team members, 28 have proudly been with the property since ‘Day 1’.

Construction is now underway on a 150-room hotel featuring 8 suites, meeting space, and additional parking. The $20-million project is scheduled for completion in early to mid 2014.

Boomtown Bossier City opened in 1996 outside of Shreveport, Louisiana. With more than 670 proud team members, 27 have called Boomtown their home since opening day. In 2012, the property was named Business of the Year by the Bossier City Chamber of Commerce, winning this award for their support of community initiatives and civic service. The award reflects the commitment the Boomtown team members have for bettering their local community.

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RETAMA PARk RACETRACk Selma, Texas“The Retama Park team members are a passionate bunch who are committed to providing guests with the best service experience in town. Additionally, they are very excited to now be a part of the PNK family.”- Chris Corrado, VP and GM

Retama Park team members pose for a photo to show their excitement for joining the Pinnacle Entertainment family in early 2013.

VP and GM Chris, his wife Ann and his children Kathleen and Megan.

Fun Facts

RIvER dOWNS Cincinnati, Ohio“ For over three-quarters of a century, horse race and thoroughbred enthusiasts from across the region have enjoyed the pleasure of taking in the action at our beautiful track. Our team members and guests are all jazzed up about the brand new Gaming & Entertainment Center that is being built. We look forward to what the future holds for River Downs Racetrack.” - Kevin Kaufman, VP and GM

The River Downs grandstand was recently demolished to make way for a major renovation now underway at the property. The more than $200-million project will transform River Downs into a Gaming & Entertainment Center complete with gaming, dynamic restaurants, a new clubhouse, VIP Lounge, additional parking, and more. The project is slated for completion in the second quarter of 2014, pending regulatory approval.

VP and GM Kevin (holding check on the right) along with team members present a check to Old Friends Retirement Home for Horses in Lexington, Kentucky. The money was raised by selling the iconic red grandstand stadium seats saved before the structure was demolished for renovation.

River Downs team members participate in a relief effort to support the Matthew 25 Ministries.

Opening its doors in 1995, Retama Park Racetrack is named after the Retama Tree which grew on the polo grounds where the racetrack was originally built. Retama Park is located outside of San Antonio, Texas and races Quarter Horses and Thoroughbreds. The newest members of the PNK family, Retama Park team members are dedicated to delivering excellent guest service.

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RIvER CITY St. Louis, Missouri

Meet Jeff Babinski

Jeff is the VP and GM of Lumiere Place and is leading the Lumiere transition. Jeff has been with Pinnacle Entertainment since 2000 and through his leadership has shown the highest myvoice feedback scores in the company this year.

Fun Facts

2013 is a transformational year for River City Casino & Hotel. In June 2013, the Casino opened its doors to a 14,000 square-foot Event Center. A few months later in September 2013, River City will become a Casino & Hotel as it introduces a new 200-room hotel.

In March 2011, River City Casino & Hotel broke ground on an $82 million expansion to further extend the property’s distinctive guest amenities and entertainment offerings. In November 2012, the property unveiled a 1,600 space parking structure. Most recently, in June 2013, the property opened the doors of a brand-new Event Center, celebrating the opening with a concert featuring Dierks Bentley. In the fall, the final phase of the renovation will conclude as the River City team welcomes a new 200-room hotel.

beLterrA Florence, Indiana

“ Belterra is a beautiful casino resort in Indiana. Our outstanding team members take great pride in providing our guests with personalized service, creating memorable moments for each guest.” - Sue Ascanio, VP and GM

VP and GM Sue (third from left) takes a picture with Belterra’s 2012 Team Members of the Year following their annual ceremony.

VP and GM Jeff Babinski and his wife Tricia and daughters Brooke and Gabrielle

Fun Facts

Stadium Sports Bar & Grill opened in early July. The Belterra team is excited about the new restaurant, as it will bring guests in to enjoy the excitement of sports action.

Nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of Southern Indiana on the Ohio River, Belterra Casino Resort is a unique getaway conveniently located near Cincinnati, Louisville, Lexington, and Indianapolis. In the first half of 2013, Belterra welcomed a new buffet and Stadium Sports Bar & Grill to the property.

Belterra’s Golf Course was designed by the legendary Tom Fazio. It was named one of Golfweek magazine’s top 30 Best Casino Courses in 2012 and one of the top six in the magazine’s 2013 Best Courses You Can Play in Indiana. The par 71 Championship course highlights the beautiful surroundings of the Ohio River Valley winding through lakes and 2,200 trees.

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EAST ChICAGO East Chicago, Indiana

SERvICE CENTER Las Vegas, Nevada

“Ameristar East Chicago is a wonderful place to work each and every day. Our team members truly display care and compassion for each other and our guests, along with an unparalleled commitment to service excellence!” - Matt Schuffert, SVP and GM

SVP and GM Matt and his sons Ryan and Noah.

Fun Facts

Ameristar East Chicago Chefs and Culinary Team prepare meals to feed more than 500 people during their annual Salvation Army holiday dinner.

The vessel that hosts the casino, the Win Star, was built in 1997 and weighs more than 2,803 gross tons. In March 2012, the hotel wrapped up a $7 million room renovation, which was the first in the hotel’s history.

In February 2011, the Chicagoland area had the third largest recorded snowfall in the area. Ameristar was the only property in the region that stayed open to care for guests who could not leave the property. How’s that for a commitment to guest service!

The newly renovated corporate office building is located near the Las Vegas Strip in the Howard Hughes Center. In Quarter 3, 2013, Ameristar and Pinnacle corporate team members will move together into the new building.

At PNK, we call our corporate headquarters the Service Center. We use this terminology because the team members who work in Las Vegas are hired to serve and support the leadership at our properties across the company. They act as strategic business partners with enterprise-wide responsibilities who collaborate and innovate with others to make PNK the Best Casino Entertainment Company in the World.

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CACTUS PETES & hORSEShU Jackpot, Nevada

“ For more than five decades we’ve helped to create memories and build long-lasting relationships with our guests. The fun on our casino floor, the beautiful hotel rooms and our excellent restaurants make guests feel at home; but it’s the friendly service our team members deliver that keeps them coming back.” - Andy Hamblen, SVP and GM

In the 1960s, Cactus Petes was the only place in the United States where you could pick up your mail and gamble at the same location! In 1972, Cactus Petes Team Member, Sue Benkula became the very first female Pit Boss in the State of Nevada.  The town of Jackpot is so small that it doesn’t have a city garbage truck to pick up residential garbage. Cactus Petes Facilities team members serve as the town’s garbage service and pick up residential trash each week.

SVP and GM Andy vacationing in San Angelo, Texas, with his father Bob, wife Molly, sons Fletcher and Ben, daughter Shelby, and mother Cybee.

Fun Facts

Cactus Petes team members and their families gather for a photo during Arbor Day festivities in Twin Falls on April 26, 2013.

ST. ChARLES St. Charles, Missouri

“Ameristar St. Charles was built with an incredible attention to detail creating a high quality facility in which we operate today. Our team members take pride not only in our facility, but in the way that they treat our guests and each other every day. I am grateful to work with a team who truly lives our values and continually strives to find innovative ways to be better than the day before.” - Jim Franke, SVP and GM

Ameristar St. Charles has a casino floor the size of five football fields featuring nearly $2 million in stained glass. If you think that is stunning, visit the Bottleneck Blues Bar where there are more than 200,000 bottle caps decorating the interior.

There is a little touch of Vegas in St. Charles, as the property displays a fountain that shoots water 40 feet into the air, and was designed by the same company that created the Fountains at Bellagio. Guests cast $15,000 in coin wishes annually into the fountain, which is donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

SVP and GM Jim and his wife Sheila, son Kyle, daughter Kristen, and granddaughter Sawyer.

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Ameristar team members joined survivors, family, and friends in supporting the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure to help raise more than $2.4 million for breast cancer research, treatment, and prevention.

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bLACk hAWk Black Hawk, Colorado

CounCiL bLuffs Council Bluffs, Iowa

“Ameristar Black Hawk is an incredible property with the absolute best people. Our team members have fun with our guests and make this their home away from home. I’m so proud to be a part of this amazing team.”- Sherri Summers, SVP and GM

“Ameristar Council Bluffs is known for its great team members and guests, who are passionate about their Midwestern culture and hospitality. We’re truly a family that enjoys serving our guests and giving back to the community.” - Monty Terhune, SVP and GM

Food Bank of the Rockies is a favorite volunteer site where team members assemble and pack boxes for local charities to distribute food to the hungry.

Council Bluffs Security team members take one last huddle before plunging into a frozen lake at the Polar Plunge in support of the Special Olympics.

SVP and GM Sherri (second from the left) vacationing in Cancun with her husband Marty,

daughters Shayla and Shelby, and granddaughter Abby.

SVP and GM Monty with his wife Sue and children George and Kitty.

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Ameristar Casino Resort Spa Black Hawk sits 8,042 feet above sea level, making it the tallest building between Denver, Colo. and Salt Lake City, Utah. Literally built into a mountain, the 34th floor of the hotel has the only hotel pool in Black Hawk, Colo.

Running along the Missouri River, Ameristar Council Bluffs flirts with the state line of Iowa and Nebraska. It’s one of only three properties in Iowa to hold the distinction of AAA Four Diamond Casino Hotel.

Call the paparazzi - Warren Buffet and Bill Gates have been spotted playing Bridge and dining together in Bourbon’s restaurant.

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viCksburg Vicksburg, Mississippi

“At Ameristar Vicksburg, we are one big family. We have a lot of fun while servicing our guests, fellow team members, and the community.” - George Stadler, SVP and GM

Team members have some fun as they prepare for a day of volunteering to support United Way Day of Caring.

SVP and GM George vacationing on the Amalfi Coast in Italy with his wife Carol, daughters Denise and Helene, and son-in-laws Stephen and Watson.

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kANSAS CITY Kansas City, Missouri

“ I’m having the time of my life working at the crown jewel of properties in the Kansas City market. I’m so proud to be one of more than a thousand incredible team members who provide exceptional service and give back tremendously to the community. We work together as a team and live by our core values every day. Along with a great team of leaders, I never forget that we are here to serve our guests, our team members, and our shareholders, to ensure that we operate the best casino where one way or another, everyone wins.”

- Sean Barnard, SVP and GM

SVP and GM Sean sports his Ameristar Cares t-shirt at a team member volunteer event.

Team members from Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City work together to move planks at the team member summer luau.

You might as well call Ameristar Vicksburg the “Mighty Mississippi,” as the property held off the great Mississippi flood of 2011. When safe from flooding, the hotel casino is home to the “Best Buffet” in Mississippi and a hot spot for nearly 1,700 acts on property. Tori Spelling even filmed a segment of her reality show in the RV Park owned by the property.

Spanning one million square feet, Ameristar Kansas City is the largest hotel and casino in the company. A big property with a big heart for the environment, last year team members recycled 618 tons of food to Missouri Organic.

Inside of the hotel casino is a Victorian-era Pullman car which traveled the Burlington Northern’s routes in 1898.

24 September