Coushatta Casino Resort Names William “Rusty” Curtis as Executive Director of Facilities Management

December 1, 2011

Kinder, LA— William “Rusty” Curtis II has been named Executive Director of Facilities Management at Coushatta Casino Resort. He has over 27 years of experience in project and construction management, business development, management and operations, implementation, facility engineering and construction for the commercial, retail, hospitality and telecommunications industries.

In his new position, Curtis will oversee Coushatta Casino Resort’s physical facilities including management of capital construction projects, major renovations, and systematic maintenance and improvement of all buildings, grounds, infrastructure and facilities.

“I am pleased that Rusty has accepted this new position. Over the past few years, he has assisted and advised our team on numerous projects. It is with great pleasure that we welcome Rusty as our newest team member. We look forward to the knowledge and skills he will bring to the Maintenance team and to the entire company,” stated Casino General Manager Conrad Granito.

Previously, Curtis served as Senior Project Manager for Hoar Program Management, overseeing Coushatta Casino Resort’s master plan development and subsequent construction of the new Seven Clans Hotel and wastewater treatment plant. Additionally, Curtis has held senior project management positions at Flour Daniel and MCI WorldCom.

Coushatta Casino Resort is located in Kinder, Louisiana on US Highway 165 (I-10 exit 44), featuring nearly 2,000 slots and more than 55 table games including live poker, plus live Bingo, sportsbook and off-track betting. Phone 800-584-7263 for more information or visit the website at www.ccrla.com.

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