Casino Enterprise Management

Former Harrah’s Executive John Ranere Joins SugarHouse Team

Philadelphia—February 3, 2011—SugarHouse Casino recently announced the hiring of Vice President of Casino Marketing and VIP Operations, John Ranere.

In this role, Ranere will directly manage all aspects of the casino’s engagement with its top-tier customers. Among other responsibilities, he will oversee the casino host team, high limit rooms and players’ lounge.

Ranere joins the SugarHouse team from his previous position as Vice President of Casino Marketing for Bally’s Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. There, Ranere developed and implemented strategic marketing plans and ensured that his team provided VIP guests with a positive entertainment and service experience.

“SugarHouse is thrilled to welcome John to our staff,” Wendy Hamilton, General Manager of SugarHouse Casino said. “We are confident that his 25-plus years of experience in the gaming industry will make him a tremendous asset to our team, as he will play a large role in enhancing relationships with our customers.”

Prior to joining Bally’s, Ranere worked with Harrah’s Marina, starting as a games dealer. He worked his way up the ranks, serving in such positions as Casino Games Supervisor, Credit Manager, Director of Player Services and Director of Casino Marketing. Ranere eventually became Vice President of Marketing for both the Harrah’s business and its newly acquired property at the time, Showboat Casino, where he also was successful in developing and executing opening plans for the House of Blues in Atlantic City.



ABOUT SUGARHOUSE CASINO

SugarHouse Casino, opened in September 2010, is Philadelphia’s first casino. SugarHouse features 1,600 slots, up to 42 table games, fun and unique dining options, riverfront views and free on-site parking. The casino employs approximately 900 people and is one of 10 operating casinos in Pennsylvania. For more information, visit www.sugarhousecasino.com.