Shuffle Master, Inc. has appointed Daniel Wade to the company's board of directors, effective February 5. Wade is a gaming industry veteran, having worked for various gaming companies for the past 37 years. He was most recently vice chairman of the board of directors for MGM Mirage, a position he held from 2003 to 2006.

"He is well-known throughout the community and his considerable knowledge of gaming operations complements the strengths of our existing board members," said Phillip Peckman, Shuffle Master's chairman of the board of directors. "I am confident that his proven leadership and insight will help guide Shuffle Master's growth as the industry begins to recover from an unprecedented economic environment."

Wade said he is excited to take on the new position.

"In my former roles as a senior executive in the gaming world, I have watched Shuffle Master build a proven track record of success by providing casinos with a multitude of solutions to enhance their floor profitability," Wade said. "I look forward to working with fellow board members and management, and I am excited to participate in the company's continued growth."

By Staff