Property Manager of Slotless Casino approved by Nevada Commission

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The approval of a gaming license for the general manager of a property without any slot machines or table games has raised eyebrows at the Nevada Gaming Commission. Arik Knowles has been granted licensing as a key employee for Bally’s Corp.’s Tropicana Las Vegas, a move that has surprised many in the industry.

Despite the closure of the Tropicana in April, Knowles is seen as the perfect fit to lead the property into its next phase. With experience opening four Las Vegas resorts under his belt, Knowles is confident in his ability to handle the upcoming challenges.

“My primary responsibility now is preparing the Tropicana for an early October implosion,” Knowles stated, hinting at major changes on the horizon for the Strip property. He also mentioned the possibility of Bally’s developing a casino-resort in conjunction with the construction of a $1.5 billion indoor baseball stadium on the Trop site.

Knowles’ track record speaks for itself, with successful openings of the Monte Carlo, The Venetian, THEhotel, and Fontainebleau Las Vegas. While Bally’s has not announced detailed plans for a resort at the Tropicana, Knowles remains focused on future developments in Las Vegas, including overseeing operations at Bally’s Lake Tahoe property.

Despite the emotional closure of the Tropicana, Knowles expressed optimism about the future and the rapid progress being made on the site. He acknowledged the challenges of saying goodbye to the property after numerous ownership changes but emphasized his excitement for what’s to come.

As for the announced merger agreement between Bally’s and New York-based hedge fund Standard General LP, Knowles had no updated information to share. The deal, led by Bally’s board chairman Soo Kim, is still pending approval from various gaming regulatory jurisdictions and is expected to close next year.

For more information, readers are encouraged to contact Richard N. Velotta at rvelotta@reviewjournal.com or 702-477-3893. Follow @RickVelotta for the latest updates on this developing story.

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