Being Native American and wanting to support a Native owned business, he took the job at a big pay cut, knowing that he would be able to excel and show his worth. When he first applied for a supervisor position, he did not get the job, but was offered a different position. “It was probably one of the best decisions I've ever made in my career and in my life.”Įrnie Arnaga, Director of Facilities, has also been at Graton since it opened.

“A lot of times, it's not always greener on the other side of the pasture, but I wanted to take a chance to move up in slots, so I did,” said Nguyen.

He enjoys the good pay and benefits, including a 401(k)-matching program, further growth potential and a supportive culture at Graton. In 2017, he was promoted to slot operations manager. “That is also true of our business enterprises.”īuoi Nguyen is a married father of two and left a job at a casino competitor to become slot shift manager at Graton when it opened in 2013. “Our tribal culture has a strong ethos of taking care of one another,” Sarris said. Innovative programs such as free legal assistance for team members on the path to US citizenship, ESL classes, organic food in the team member dining room, leadership training and fair wages, have become an example for other businesses in hospitality and gaming. As such, the resort is committed to the Tribe’s mission of social justice. Graton Resort & Casino is a business enterprise of Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria. Graton Resort & Casino team members enjoy some of the best benefits in California, including fully paid medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings and comprehensive wellness programs. When our doors re-opened, 98% of team members returned. “When most organizations were experiencing the ‘Great Resignation’ during the COVID-19 pandemic, we saw the opposite happening here at Graton Resort & Casino. “As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, I’d like to acknowledge our dedicated team members who go above and beyond every day to make sure that our property is the best of the best,” said Greg Sarris, Chairman Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria. With a full-time staff of approximately 2,000 team members, Graton Resort & Casino is the second largest corporate employer in Sonoma County. Graton Resort & Casino (Graton), observing its first 10 years, opened in Rohnert Park on November 5, 2013, and has attracted more than 50 million visitors.

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