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5 Minutes With... Amanda Hansen
What, where, when was your first job in the gaming industry?
I started my journey in the gaming industry at Caesars Corporate Office in Gulfport working in central reservations. I made hotel reservations for the Gulfport, Biloxi, and Tunica properties.
I have been fortunate to be able to work in many areas of the industry in different capacities. I moved through revenue audit, internal audit, regulatory compliance,
risk management, security, tables, slots, sportsbook, and finance prior to moving into my current role.
What do you like best about your current job?
I have been in my current role for less than a year having relocated from the Gulf Coast to the Delta. The people in the Delta have a huge sense of community and family. The employees and customers are the some of the friendliest people that I’ve had the pleasure of working with.
What is the best piece of business advice you ever received and from whom did you receive it?
Don’t say no to an opportunity when it
Name Amanda Hansen
Current Title Senior Vice President/
General Manager
Company Trop Casino,
Greenville, Mississippi
Years In The Gaming Industry 24 Years
presents itself and throw your name in the hat whenever you can. I have had some interesting job roles in the past by assuming additional job duties that my leader entrusted me with. I was able to learn many different verticals in the industry by taking on additional responsibilities one at a time.
What advice do you have for those just starting in the gaming industry?
Learn as much as you can and find out what makes you happy. Don’t be scared to get outside of your comfort zone and try new things. I have changed roles multiple times in my career, and it wasn’t always a promotion, but rather moving to another area and learning it. Lateral career growth
will broaden your skillset and may help you find an area of passion.
How do you define “success”?
I define success as doing something that makes me feel challenged. I have a curious nature and enjoy digging in to learn how each area works.
What is it about the gaming industry that makes it a good industry?
Through community contributions, tuition reimbursement programs, great jobs, and volunteerism, the gaming industry does so much good in our community. I am proud
to be working for an organization that gives back as much as we do.
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