Native American Gaming Veteran Evan Mills Appointed Human Resources Director at Chinook Winds Casino Resort

Chinook Winds Casino Resort has named Evan Mills Human Resources Director. The Lincoln City, Oregon, property gains a leader with senior experience across hospitality, gaming and human resources roles focused on Native American operations.

Professional Background and Industry Contributions

Mills has held senior human resources positions at gaming operations including Gila River, Sandia and Choctaw. His work covers organizational development, leadership, team member engagement and guest service. A U.S. Air Force veteran, he has contributed to Indian Gaming magazine and spoken at IGA and G2E conferences on human resources and organizational leadership.

Leadership Perspectives on the Appointment

Samantha McDonald, General Manager of Chinook Winds Casino Resort, said: “We’re excited about the opportunity to welcome someone with Evan’s experience, credentials, and enthusiasm to our team. As a destination property, we recognize that our team members are at the heart of our success. We believe the right people make all the difference in creating an exceptional experience for our guests. He has a natural ability to guide those around him toward better outcomes while bringing an equal amount of fun and enthusiasm to the process.”

Mills stated: “I’m honored to join Chinook Winds and be part of a team with such a strong reputation in Native gaming, in such a beautiful place. There’s a tremendous opportunity to build on what Chinook Winds already does so well while continuing to create an exceptional experience for both our valued guests and our team members. I’m excited to be part of the journey ahead.”

The appointment, as reported by Indian Gaming, centers on placing experienced personnel at the core of guest and team outcomes at the resort.