Cordish Gaming Group Names Louisiana Native Joshua Robinson as Vice President of Marketing for New $270+ Million Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana
Robinson to Lead Strategic Marketing Efforts for the World-Class
Gaming and Entertainment Destination Set to Open in Q1 2025 with
First Land-Based Casino in the Shreveport-Bossier Market
Bossier City, LA (August 6, 2024) – Cordish Gaming Group, the gaming division of The Cordish Companies, has named JOSHUA ROBINSON as Vice President of Marketing for the new Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. This $270+ million world-class gaming, dining, hotel and entertainment destination is set to debut in Bossier City in Q1 2025, featuring the first land-based casino in the Shreveport-Bossier market.
As Vice President of Marketing, Mr. Robinson will spearhead the strategic development and execution of marketing initiatives at this premier gaming, dining and entertainment venue. His responsibilities include providing leadership for the marketing department’s daily operations, including overseeing all facets of marketing programs, loyalty initiatives, creative strategies, traditional and social media campaigns, advertising, sponsorships, special events, promotions, entertainment offerings, guest services, player development and group sales.
A native of Louisiana and a respected leader in casino marketing and operations, Mr. Robinson brings a wealth of experience from prominent roles at key Louisiana properties. His previous positions include Chief Marketing Officer at Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Lake Charles, Vice President of Marketing at L’Auberge Casino Resort in Lake Charles, and Vice President of Marketing and Hotel Operations at Margaritaville Resort Casino in Bossier City.
With expertise spanning advertising, promotions, events and hotel management, Mr. Robinson has consistently elevated properties under his stewardship to top regional and state rankings. His proven track record will be pivotal as Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana aims to redefine the gaming and entertainment landscape in the Ark-La-Tex region.
Throughout his career, Mr. Robinson has been recognized as a rising star and featured on prestigious professional watch lists including Northwest Louisiana 40 under 40 and Southwest Louisiana 13 Thriving 30 Somethings. He is actively involved in community service, serving on boards such as the Christus Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation, American Cancer Society Louisiana, Southwest Louisiana American Cancer Society, and Southwest Louisiana Relay for Life.
"We are thrilled to welcome Joshua home to the executive team at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana," said John J. Chaszar, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. "As a Louisiana native, Joshua’s local roots and extensive experience in the state’s gaming industry uniquely position him to drive awareness and establish Live! Casino as the leading gaming and entertainment destination in this region."
The Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana project is expected to deliver substantial economic benefits, including $35 million in gaming tax revenues for Bossier City and over $168 million for the state of Louisiana within the first five years of operation. It will also create 1,500 new construction jobs and permanent positions in gaming and hospitality, totaling approximately $34 million in salaries, wages, and tips.
Upon its grand opening, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will unveil more than 47,000 square feet of cutting-edge gaming space, featuring over 1,000 slot machines and 40 live-action table games, complemented by a sportsbook. The property will also include an upscale 550-room hotel with a resort pool and fitness center. Additionally, guests can enjoy a 25,000-square-foot state-of-the-art Event Center for top-tier entertainment and conventions, alongside 30,000 square feet of exceptional dining and entertainment options, including The Prime Rib® steakhouse, Sports & Social, PBR Cowboy Bar, Luk Fu, and Ridotto Grand Café.
For information about Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, visit www.LiveCasinoLA.com.
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About The Cordish Companies
The Cordish Companies’ origins date back to 1910 and encompass four generations of privately held, family ownership. During the past ten decades, The Cordish Companies has grown into a global leader in Gaming & Entertainment; Commercial Real Estate; Entertainment Districts; Sports-Anchored Developments; Hotels; Residential Properties; Restaurants; Coworking Spaces; and Private Equity. One of the largest and most respected developers in the world, The Cordish Companies has been awarded an unprecedented seven Urban Land Institute Awards for Excellence for public-private developments that are of unique significance to the cities in which they are located. The Cordish Companies has developed and operates highly acclaimed dining, entertainment and hospitality destinations throughout the United States, many falling under The Cordish Companies’ Live! Brand, highly regarded as one of the premier entertainment brands in the country. Welcoming over 55 million visitors per year, these developments are among the highest profile dining, entertainment, gaming, hotel and sports-anchored destinations in the country. In gaming, The Cordish Companies has developed among the most successful casino hotel resorts in the world, including the Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos in Hollywood and Tampa, FL, Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland, Live! Casino Pittsburgh and Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia. Over the generations, The Cordish Companies has remained true to the family’s core values of quality, entrepreneurial spirit, long-term personal relationships and integrity. As a testimony to the long-term vision of its family leadership, The Cordish Companies still owns and manages virtually every business it has created. For more information, visit www.cordish.com or follow us on Twitter (@cordishco).
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About Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana
In Q1 2025, the Ark-La-Tex region will welcome a world-class gaming, hotel, dining and entertainment destination with the opening of Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. Situated along the scenic Red River in Bossier City, and adjacent to Shreveport, the $270+ million facility will be a transformative development bringing economic opportunity and inclusivity to local residents. Featuring the market’s first-ever land-based casino, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will span over 47,000-square-feet, including 1,000+ slots and electronic table games, 40+ live action table games, a sportsbook, an upscale hotel, resort pool and fitness center; and a 25,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art, multi-purpose Event Center for top name entertainment, meetings, conventions, non-profit and social gatherings. Best-in-class dining and entertainment venues, covering 30,000-square-feet of space, will include Sports & Social, a one-of-a-kind sports restaurant, gaming venue and social lounge; PBR Cowboy Bar, offering high energy music, entertainment and a mechanical bull; Luk Fu, serving authentic Asian cuisine; a fine dining Steakhouse; and more to be announced. Ample, secure parking with an available RV park. Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana is being developed, owned and managed by LRGC Gaming Investors, LLC, an affiliate of The Cordish Companies, the premier developer of Live! dining, entertainment, gaming, hotel and sports-anchored destinations in the country, including Texas Live! in nearby Arlington, TX. For information, visit LiveCasinoLA.com or follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Instagram @livecasinola.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Cari Furman Carmen E. Gonzales Heather Sessa
The Cordish Companies Live! Casinos & Hotels The Ehrhardt Group
cfurman@cordish.com carmen.gonzales@livech.com hsessa@tegpr.com
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