The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians named Peter Arceo chief gaming officer at the San Manuel enterprise, where he will oversee strategies for innovation and growth of the tribe’s gaming portfolio, including its flagship Yaamava’ Resort & Casino in Highland, California.
A 28-year gaming industry veteran, Arceo has served as general manager at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino as well as chief marketing officer, and also was chief operating officer at San Manuel Casino. Under Arceo’s leadership, Yaamava’ Resort & Casino received a Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star Award for Serrano Spa and 4-Star Awards for both the resort and The Pines Steakhouse.
Arceo previously was vice president and chief marketing officer at Casino Arizona & Talking Stick Resort, where he was vice president and chief marketing officer. He also worked for Strategic Gaming Advisors, Las Vegas Hilton and Boyd Gaming Corporation.
Arceo holds a master of business administration degree from the University of Southern California and a bachelor of science degree in hotel administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Currently he is pursuing a master of legal studies degree from the University of California, Los Angeles.
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Chief Executive Officer Laurens Vosloo said, “Peter is the ideal candidate to position San Manuel for a promising future. As general manager of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, Peter’s strong leadership helped the tribe achieve its most ambitious gaming and hospitality expansion yet, including an expanded gaming floor, entertainment venue and hotel that have already earned several Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards. As chief gaming officer, Peter will lead efforts to innovate and maximize visitation and establish brand awareness for the tribe’s existing and future gaming holdings.”
Arceo stated, “It’s an honor to be chosen by the tribe to usher in the next generation of its gaming and hospitality enterprise. San Manuel is known all over the world for its commitment to excellence and for supporting its community. It is this commitment and community-minded spirit that inspires me to grow my career with San Manuel.”
