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Winter ’12 TEAM MEMBER NEWS As 2012 draws to a close, we are thrilled that Page 2 has officially become a part of ! With the completion of this Peninsula acquisition, we have added five properties, including our first in the states of and Kansas. • In Iowa, we are acquiring two Diamond Jo-branded ; Gaming • In , we have added and Amelia Page 2 Belle, giving us a total of five properties in the state; • Near Wichita, Kansas Star opened its permanent gaming floor this month. Beyond “Boyd Gaming and Peninsula share very similar cultures and business This is an exciting time for our Company. We now operate in eight states, our models, as both companies are known for delivering great customer creating more opportunities to market our properties and to introduce Doors service and giving back to our communities. We welcome our new the Boyd Style brand of service to new guests and new markets. Page 5 colleagues to Boyd Gaming, and together we will build upon our We are one of the gaming industry’s largest companies, with 22 success in the years to come,” said Keith Smith, President and Chief TEAM properties across the country. And that means there are now more Executive Officer. opportunities than ever for you to advance your career at Boyd Gaming! MEMBER Please join us in offering a warm welcome to our new team members from OF THE As our Company continues to grow, we will not forget where we came Peninsula Gaming. We’re thrilled that you’ve joined the family! from. We were founded nearly 40 years ago by Sam and Bill Boyd, and YEAR Learn more about our five new properties by turning to the special we are proud that their values still guide us. We believe in treating insert included in this issue of Boyd Buzz. Page 5 people right -- our customers, team members, and communities. That is a philosophy shared by our new colleagues, and a big reason we think Peninsula Gaming is such a great fit for our Company

The Spirit of the Gulf Goes to the Olympics Chris Poplin, the IP’s award-winning executive chef, has been cooking professionally “I like to take something easily recognizable and make it into something you aren’t COMPANY NEWS since he was 16. So it’s safe to say that he’s prepared more than his share of dinners expecting,” explained Poplin. Page 2 and luncheons for VIPs and dignitaries during his long and successful career. When he arrived, Poplin was immediately caught up in all the pageantry and Eldorado But nothing like this. spectacle that only the Olympics could create. at 50 Poplin was about to put on his apron, fire up the burners and cook for more than “It was the first time I’d been to Europe and the history mixed with all of the modern 700 very special VIPs on a stage that simply couldn’t get any bigger: the 2012 architecture was amazing,” Poplin said. London Olympic Games. His guests: Team USA. The venue: the Royal College of He even was lucky enough to take in a couple of medal-round swimming events. Arts, which briefly became “USA House,” the official “home away from home” for “I had the opportunity to watch our swimmers win medals. The singing of our America’s athletes, their families, coaches, visitors and support staff. Page 3 national anthem in England is something I will never forget,” remarked Poplin. It all started a couple of months before the London Olympics, when Poplin was Another highlight came when Poplin was interviewed by NBC alongside Olympic selected by BP as one of the chefs invited to participate in the “Spirit of the Gulf,” legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee. a culinary event sponsored by BP in conjunction with the U. S. Olympic Committee. The event was designed to showcase the region’s unique Gulf Coast seafood cuisine. His favorite memory of this unforgettable Olympic experience? Poplin joined seven other top chefs from Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and “Without a doubt the highlight of the event was cooking for the U.S. athletes. I was Florida who prepared a varied menu of fresh seafood dishes celebrating the cuisine so proud and thankful just to be there; yet they were the ones thanking us for Up Close of the Gulf Coast. coming all the way from the U.S. and cooking for them. I couldn’t believe how much Page 6 we were appreciated,” said Poplin. After being selected for the honor of representing the Gulf Coast and the IP at the Olympics, Poplin and his team went into high gear to prepare for the event. For his dish, Poplin prepared Southern-style BBQ shrimp served over goat cheese and smoked sausage grits. “It was very important to use only the freshest Gulf Coast seafood, especially our shrimp,” Poplin explained. Page 6 The Green Corner

You can enroll to receive your W-2 online and early. Visit https://paperlesspay.talx.com/boydgaming. OLYMPIAN JACKIE JOYNER-KERSEE PICTURED CHEF POPLIN SERVES A DISH AT THE USA HOUSE The deadline to enroll is January 13! WITH CHEF POPLIN As this year draws to a close, we are reminded of how very fortunate we are to have our friends and family gathered around celebrating this festive season. Judy and I are grateful to count you as our oliday extended family and wish you all the happiest of holidays. H We know that great things are in store for us in 2013 thanks to the superior customer service you provide—both internal and external. essage We appreciate all that you do and wish you an abundance of health M and happiness. Happy New Year!

“The Casino That Started it All” Celebrates 50 Years of Historic Success On July 1, 1962 the Eldorado Casino welcomed its first guests with friendly Twenty-year Mariana’s Cantina Host Shirley Smith has seen customers grow hospitality, nonstop gaming action, a lively social scene and delicious up right before her eyes. “Just the other day a lady came in and said: ‘I dining served with a smile. A lot has changed since then, but one thing remember you from when I was this big. I’m so glad to see you’re still here.’” that hasn’t is the Eldorado’s 50-year recipe for success: Treat everyone as “Many of our servers recall first meeting guests when they were in their your neighbor, put the customer first and offer big value at a small price. late teens and early twenties and now these same customers have children “The Eldorado was very important to me because it was my first investment of their own,” said Director of Operations Guido Metzger, a 25-year Boyd in the gaming business,” Bill Boyd said during a recent interview with the Gaming veteran. “We often have three or four generations of people that Las Vegas Review-Journal. “Without it, we probably wouldn’t have gone on you’ve just known for years and years, and that makes it special.” and invested in Boyd Gaming.” Smith also appreciates the cooperative team spirit that makes working at Three other long-time team members recently shared their memories of the Eldorado a true “family affair.” working at the Eldorado. Twenty-five year veteran Bartender Patty Elmer “A couple weeks ago, I was stuck at the door trying to seat people, take a started at the Eldorado in 1987; Heather Bell, a Customer Service Attendant list and do all the checks. So Patty came over and started seating people began her Eldorado career in 1993; and Shirley Smith has been working as for me without thinking twice about it,” Smith said. a Host at Mariana’s Cantina since 1992. “That’s a great example of the teamwork and the harmony that team “I enjoy all the team members that I work with. They are like family,” Patty members share together which is just second nature,” added Metzger. Elmer said. “We all go out of our way to help each other. I think the people I work with are awesome.” On the occasion of the casino’s 50th anniversary on July 1, Bill Boyd joined team members and customers for a cake and champagne celebration toasting She adds that customers are also much like family to her. “Our customers the Eldorado’s half-century come in and they’re happy and bubbly and saying ‘hi’ and I enjoy having a of achievement and history. conversation with them,” she said. Heather Bell summed it Heather Bell laughs when remembering a humorous encounter with a up best when she said: “It’s certain key executive. “It was New Year’s Eve,” she said, “I actually ran into been a great ride.” And we Bill Boyd with my change cart and didn’t know it was him.” Mr. Boyd, she couldn’t agree more! added, didn’t seem to mind the encounter one bit. “He just smiled and said: ‘Oh, it’s okay,’ and walked off.”

BeyondBeyond ourour DoorsDoors Gold Coast Audio/Visual Technician and 16-year “I’ll never forget the day we took the boys to Bennett explains. “The change from the first “Our three kids are grown and we wanted to Boyd Gaming team member Dave Bennett has visit their sister, who was being cared for day they arrived to now is a 180-degree about give something back to our community right a houseful of kids these days. Now on the by someone else until we could get the pool face. They love going to church and going here in Nevada.” surface, that might not seem too unusual. But fencing built,” added Bennett. “When I saw camping. And their grades have totally changed His wife Patricia agrees. “I just hope that we for three special children, it’s the difference the boys run up and hug their sister like there for the better.” can help them be safe and healthy,” she said. between living in a home filled with heartache was no tomorrow, I just wanted to break When asked why he and his wife decided and one filled with love. down and cry.” to go through the 10-week training course You see, the three kids in question are foster Even after just three short months under their and extensive background checks needed to children who came into the life of Bennett care, the children are blossoming. The oldest become foster parents, Bennett said simply, and his wife Patricia a little over three months boy is a Cub Scout and all three children are ago. At first, he and his wife were expecting enjoying the opportunity to have positive to become temporary foster parents of two experiences that would have seemed all but 86468 boys, ages five and eight. Then they learned impossible for them a few months ago. the boys would be placed with them only until a family willing to take both boys and their younger sister was found. Dave and his wife decided that they would be the ones to take all three children. “We wanted to take the boys’ sister with us that same day,” Bennett explained. “But before we could, we had to put a fence up around our pool.” “I am excited to become part of Boyd Gaming, I believe there will be lots of new opportunities for employees. I am glad to hear that I will continue to work for a family oriented company!” TAMMY GRAFF DIAMOND JO WORTH PENINSULA GAMING Cage Supervisor Team member since 2005

Up Close “It’s a great opportunity to move forward Last May, Boyd Gaming announced an agreement Boyd Gaming management has met with in the gaming industry. I’m looking forward to acquire Peninsula Gaming, LLC, including team members at each Peninsula property to new machines and continued great its five casinos in three states. The acquisition to begin introducing them to our Company. guest service… everyone wins!” increases our total number of properties to 22, During these sessions, we provided an overview MICHAEL VARGAS DIAMOND JO DUBUQUE Slot Ambassador and adds two new states, Iowa and Kansas, to of our heritage, values, and policies. We also Team member since 2009 our nationwide portfolio. shared a video that featured our team members welcoming Peninsula to the Boyd Gaming family. We are excited to combine our two companies. “I think it will be exciting because we will Peninsula has a track record of operational It is clear the folks from Peninsula know how to be bigger and the guests will be able to do excellence, great management, and a culture work hard and how to have fun. Our cultures are more with their points.” where team members place a priority on similar, and we are thrilled to be working together. DAVIELLE JONES Host delivering great guest service. In other words, Team member since 2011 they’re the perfect fit for Boyd Gaming!

“I believe there will be fair and consistent changes with Boyd and they will bring a very positive and exciting environment for all team members, including the opportunity to enroll in their current online programs to better my on-the-job skills. LESLIE CAIN EVANGELINE DOWNS Buffet Supervisor Team member since 2003

“I like the ‘Boyd Style’ concept. I respect that level of commitment to hospitality and I’m excited to be a part of it.”

COLLETTE MAYBRIER KANSAS STAR Players Club Representative Team member since 2011

KANSAS STAR OPENS ITS DOORS “I’m excited! I think it’s going to be a very good experience. I’m looking forward to the The has a new home! On “We’re very proud of what we’ve built, and we changes they have to offer.” December 12, the casino welcomed its first guests know our guests will feel comfortable here,” ELLEN MARTIN-JONES AMELIA BELLE Deckhand into its new, permanent building, after operating said Cooper. “With our additional amenities, Team member since 2011 out of a temporary facility since opening in combined with the new Hampton Inn Hotel December, 2011. that opened in October, we will truly become a regional entertainment destination.” “It’s incredibly exciting,” said Scott Cooper, “I am excited for the new adventure and looking forward to what is coming up as we Kansas Star Casino General Manager. “The new Work will begin soon on transforming the former transition soon!” Kansas Star is bigger, better and we’re thrilled to casino space into a permanent arena. The space SHERYL NORTHWAY DIAMOND JO WORTH be able to show it off.” will be capable of hosting concerts, sporting Internal Maintenance Supervisor events and trade shows by July 2013. The arena Team member since 2005 The new casino comes with plenty of additional is scheduled for full completion, including the amenities. The new gaming floor has 400 ability to hold equestrian events, in 2015. additional slot machines and 10 more table “Boyd’s commitment to community is a lot games. The Kansas Star also unveiled five new like Peninsula’s, and that means a lot to me. restaurants including an upscale steakhouse, I’m excited to join the Boyd family. I’ve heard live-action buffet, Asian noodle bar, deli and wonderful things and I think it will be great sports bar. for the Kansas Star.” TIFFANY ACHU KANSAS STAR Food and Beverage Manager Team member since 2012 Introducing OPENED 2008 DUBUQUE, IOWA Diamond Jo Dubuque is a 188,000-square-foot entertainment and professional bowlers alike bowl a total of more than 76,000 SLOTS center located on the Mississippi River. Once you step inside, games each year. Diamond Jo Casino’s banquet and event 992 it’s easy to see why Diamond Jo team members have been voted venues host weddings, banquets and community events. “friendliest casino employees” in the state of Iowa for 12 years TABLES Last year Diamond Jo distributed more than $3.2 million to in a row! From casual dining to concerts to sporting events, 19 the Dubuque Racing Association to support the arts, safety Diamond Jo Casino is a full-service casino surrounded by fun! DINING services, education and economic development. Diamond Jo Mojo’s Mississippi Moon Bar hosts more than 200 nights of live team members often roll up their sleeves to help our community Jo’s Deli entertainment each year. This vertical venue allows nearly get the work done. Team members volunteer at local non-profits The Kitchen Buffet 1,000 fans to be no more than 85 feet away from some of the an average of 5,000 Woodfire Grille nation’s top performers including Jewel, The Doobie Brothers, hours each year. TEAM MEMBERS Darius Rucker, Joan Rivers, Slash, the B-52’s and more. Cherry 537 Lanes is a state-of-the-art, 30-lane bowling center where casual

OPENED DIAMOND JO WORTH NORTHWOOD, IOWA 2006 Diamond Jo Worth is the largest employer in northern Iowa’s Worth County Development Authority became Diamond Jo’s non- Worth County. Diamond Jo Worth’s event center is a favorite profit partner. Since Diamond Jo Worth opened in 2006, WCDA has SLOTS location for community events, weddings, comedy and concerts. received more than $29 million in distributions from Diamond Jo. 988 Its indoor/outdoor concert stage transforms the east parking lot WCDA uses the money to support students and education and also TABLES into a much larger venue, well-suited for their summer concert fulfills grant requests to support local non-profits and economic 22 plus 7 poker tables series. Pheasant Links, a nearby golf and shooting course, is one development. Every student in Worth County is eligible for a $75 of Diamond Jo Worth’s most unique amenities. Camouflage golf shopping card for school supplies each year. This year, WCDA DINING Burger King carts with gun racks are right at home among nine holes of golf, distributed more than $90,000 to students for school supplies! Subway combined with shooting clay stands and targets on more than Each year, students graduating from The Kitchen Buffet 385 acres at Pheasant Links. high school are eligible for scholarships Woodfire Grille toward any post-secondary institution This wildly popular casino won support of local residents who of higher learning. TEAM MEMBERS applied with Peninsula Gaming for a gaming license. Once awarded, 435

OPENED 2009 AMELIA BELLE CASINO AMELIA, LOUISIANA Peninsula Gaming acquired Amelia Belle Casino in October When the community needs help they know they can rely on SLOTS 2009. The riverboat casino was previously docked in New Amelia Belle team members. Immediately following Hurricane 838 Orleans, where it suffered severe damage during Hurricane Isaac, Amelia Belle was the first business open in the area and TABLES Katrina. Once repaired and refurbished, Amelia found a new served free meals to local residents impacted by the storm. 17 name and a new home on the Bayou. plus 3 poker tables Amelia is primarily a local market casino, where team members DINING know most of their customers by name. The third deck of Cajun Buffet the riverboat is an event center where you can find regional TEAM MEMBERS entertainment and special events. The Cajun Buffet serves 340 prepared from scratch southern Louisiana cuisine. The second deck of the riverboat is home to a sports bar, with video poker and a limited menu.

OPENED EVANGELINE DOWNS OPELOUSAS, LOUISIANA 2003 Built in Opelousas in historic St. Landry Parish, Evangeline members are busy building relationships throughout the Downs Racetrack and Casino celebrates every part of the community and always trying to lend a helping hand to their SLOTS area’s rich Cajun traditions and culture. There’ s no denying neighbors. For years Evangeline Downs’ team members have 1,424 that you are in Cajun Country when you arrive at Evangeline been the largest supporter of Opelousas Relay for Life. This DINING Downs. The sound of local musicians and the scent of Cajun year they broke their own record when Evangeline Downs’ team Blackberry’s home cooking fills the air. The Event Center at Evangeline members gave more than $14,000 to Relay for Life. Cajun Buffet Downs provides the perfect venue for community events and Café 24/7 Eager to support the region’s long history of horse racing, guests fundraisers, banquets, and concerts. The Gumbo Bar of all ages can enjoy fun, family-friendly events during two Silks Dining Room & The area’s rich heritage is evident throughout the gaming floor seasons of racing, thoroughbred Concessions as well. Evangeline Downs team members are committed to and quarter horse. exceptional guest service and hospitality, which are a natural TEAM MEMBERS 683 part of their southern roots. This is evident in the way team

OPENED December 2011 KANSAS STAR CASINO MULVANE, KANSAS The Kansas Star Casino is a full-service casino, offering the hit parts of Wichita, just miles from the Kansas Star, team SLOTS excitement of Las Vegas with the unmatched hospitality of south members organized a clean-up effort within days of the storm. 1,829 central Kansas. Since it opened its doors in 2011, the casino The Kansas Star also teamed up with the United Way to assist TABLES is already among the most visited attractions in Kansas. The with volunteers who were giving their time during clean-up. 45 plus 10 poker tables casino features a state of the art facility and five first-class The Kansas Star has also made a commitment to education, restaurants and food outlets. Kansas Star is a public/private supporting students, teachers and families by providing DINING partnership with the State of Kansas. As south central Kansas’ scholarships to graduating seniors and back-to-school gift cards Panini Jo’s to all K–12 students and teachers in local school districts. Woodfire Grille casino, Kansas Star’s development will continue to attract more Kitchen Buffet visitors when their event center begins hosting trade shows, An Pho concerts, equestrian events and more starting mid-2013. Shark Bar In less than a year of operation, the Kansas Star has already TEAM MEMBERS proven to be a valuable community partner. After tornadoes 925 TEAM MEMBER OF THE YEAR At Boyd Gaming, we recognize that our greatest asset is the 21,000-plus team members who Moving live Boyd Style each and every day. Those who have been named Team Member of the Month throughout the year are honored at a special event. The Team Member of the Year is selected at this celebration and receives numerous prizes, including a trip for two to Hawaii. Our Team Members of the Year serve as great examples of living Boyd Style and are why we Up believe we have the best people in the business! Learn about what inspires these team members to give it their all each day by visiting the Boyd Style section on boyd.net. Congratulations to our Team Members of the Year! William “Bill” Briggs Assistant Security Manager Moving Up: Assistant Security Manager – Suncoast (2012); Security Shift Supervisor (2002); Corporal/Assistant Shift Supervisor (1999); Security Officer – (1998).

On the Job: Recently promoted to Assistant Security Manager at Suncoast, William “Bill” Briggs is responsible for many of the day-to-day security operations at the Suncoast. From scheduling shifts and helping guests to walking the property with a watchful Prisilla Price Mayela Revilla Jeremy Ziebart California Fremont Gold Coast eye, Bill epitomizes the phrase: “To protect and to serve.” Host Person Front Desk Housekeeping Custodian Team member since 1984 Team member since 2008 Team member since 2004 “I enjoy and really appreciate all the opportunities available to team members, from our continuing education program to having the ability to advance within the company,” Briggs said.

After Hours: Born in Painesville, Ohio, Bill grew up on an 80-acre homestead in Alaska with no running water or utilities. Bill attended Wasilla High School before Sarah Palin made the small community famous. When he’s not golfing, you’ll find Bill in his shop doing wood working projects. Bernadette Adi Debbie Okiec Lisa McCaslin Main Street Station The Orleans Sam’s Town Las Vegas Cage Cashier Massage Therapist Cashier R&S Moving Up: Controller – Sam’s Town Shreveport (2012); Team member since 2006 Team member since 2009 Team member since 1997 Jimmy McGill Controller Assistant Controller (2006); Accounting Manager (2005); Accounting Manager – Treasure Chest (2000); Revenue Audit Supervisor (1998); Revenue Audit Clerk (1997).

On the Job: As Controller, Jimmy oversees the Accounting Department, responsible for accounts payable and receivable, revenue audit and the warehouse. “I’ve been truly fortunate to work for a company like Boyd Gaming that believes in its team members by promoting from within.” Alvaro Toledo Deborah Wilson Linda Rogers Suncoast Jokers Wild Eldorado Jimmy has hosted the Team Member Talent Show and facilitated Attendant Count Room Attendant Customer SVC Slot Specialist Marketing Team member since 2009 Team member since 1998 Team member since 2000 the customer service class. He did such a great job as Sam’s Town host that he was asked to serve as emcee for the companywide Talent Show Finals in Las Vegas.

After Hours: Being a health conscious team member, he loves that there is a Be Healthy Coach accessible to him right on property. When Jimmy isn’t helping to raise his eight nieces, you can find him at his second home, the gym. Originally from New Orleans, he is well-known for his red beans and dirty rice. Mary Winn Emily Stewart Jeanette Robbins Blue Chip Par-A-Dice Custodian Buyer/Media Planner Security Officer Kevin Williams Moving Up: Facilities Director – Sam’s Town Las Vegas (2012); Team member since 2005 Team member since 2002 Team member since 1991 Facilities Director Facilities Manager – Main Street Station/California (2008); Assistant Facilities Manager (2005); Engineering Supervisor (2003); Engineering Helper – Sam’s Town Las Vegas (1991); Maintenance Groundskeeper (1990).

On the Job: Veteran Boyd Gaming team member and Detroit native Kevin Williams just loves to “fix things.” During his career in Facilities with Boyd Gaming, he’s been able to do just that. “I’ve always been interested in how things work,” says Lakeisha Coutee T.J. Tinnel Dale Mansfield Williams. “I remember getting my very first tool set at a young Sam’s Town Shreveport Sam’s Town Tunica Treasure Chest age and taking perfectly good working bikes and motorcycles Attendant Customer SVC Slot Laborer Surveillance Tech apart and putting them back together just for fun.” Williams Team member since 2004 Team member since 2008 Team member since 2008 is happy to be back at Sam’s Town Las Vegas where his career started. “I was very excited to see my co-workers again and am very proud to be given this awesome opportunity,” he adds.

Every Boyd Gaming property holds an annual United Way pacesetter campaign. After Hours: Kevin and Julie, his wife of 22 years, love to go As pacesetters we set the standard in each community. Our success depends camping and riding all-terrain vehicles with their two sons: on the generous pledges from team members. In southern Nevada, pledges from Michael (age 17) and Jeffrey (age 21). our team members make up the largest contribution from any employee-giving campaign in the region. MOVING UP ILLUSTRATIONS © GARY KREJCA Property News The Green Corner A Really Bright Idea: New Lighting Fixtures News You Can Use Save Energy, Money and Reduce Labor What’s the big deal about lights anyway? Turns out lighting really is Delta Downs celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the a big deal, both in dollars and cents and in the amount of energy $1,000,000 Delta Downs Jackpot on November 17. This $1,000,000 consumed. And Boyd Gaming uses a lot of lighting, so much so that Grade III race for 2-year-old thoroughbreds is one of the three years ago Boyd Gaming created a corporate department solely richest in the country. This year’s Jackpot Day featured ACKPOT focused on energy management. JN OVEMBER 17, 2012 eight stakes races with purses totaling more than $2.4 In the past year, the team has focused on phasing out high intensity million. The day was capped off with a sold-out concert in discharge (HID) lights. HID lights are mainly used to illuminate the Delta Event Center featuring Wynona & The Big Noise. parking lots, the sides of buildings, and other areas where a lot of light is needed (like the bowl at the Orleans Arena). On October 8, the Boulder Strip Diversity Team held its first annual Top Dog Cook Off. Teams from Eldorado, Jokers After reviewing the options, we found a similar technology that would significantly Wild, Linen and Uniform Services and Sam’s Town Las reduce our power consumption. We started by retrofitting all the fixtures at the Vegas competed for the prize of Top Dog. The competition Suncoast in 2011. With positive results at the Suncoast, our energy management was fierce and the hot dogs were delicious. Taking team began working with property executives and Facilities Departments to ensure the Top Dog honor were Linen and Uniform Services all needs were met before expanding the project. team members Rosa Bonilla, Maria Garcia and Mayra Rodriguez for their Crazy Dog. Team members and their The old lighting fixtures used 1,000-watt lamps, while the new lights use only 575 families enjoyed sampling the award-winning hot dogs watts per bulb, without any noticeable difference in the amount of light. and participating in the day’s festivities. Once the majority of the parking-lot lamps in Nevada are changed out by the end of this year, we estimate we will save 2.1 million kilowatt-hours per year, which A group of Biloxi-Gulfport locals, including several IP team members (Joe Dale, will lower our energy bill by more than $130,000 annually. Additionally, these new Carpenter; Auggie Luthjens, Shift Supervisor; Mike Hryhorchuk, Welder; John bulbs last twice as long as the old ones, which mean Facilities staff will only have to MacDonald, Painter and Barry Barrett, Electrician) teamed up to turn an old change out lights once every four years. aircraft fuel tank into a near scale model of the $2 billion USS Mississippi nuclear submarine. They worked on the model after work hours and in their spare time for Plans call for this new type of energy-efficient lighting to be installed at other Boyd over a month. The traveling model will be displayed at events around Mississippi. Gaming properties nationwide beginning in 2013.

Zuniga Butler and Veronica Tucker, Sam’s Town Shreveport “It is exciting to reduce an operating expense that benefits not only the company and team members, were busy serving at Smokey Joe’s and the buffet its team members, but our customers, the community and the environment,” said when a customer collapsed and went into cardiac arrest. With Paula Eylar, Vice President of Hospitality and Energy Management for Boyd Gaming. Veronica’s assistance, Zuniga began CPR and continued lifesaving efforts until paramedics arrived. When asked about her heroic experience, Zuniga said, “I’m just really thankful I was able to The Boyd Gaming Be Healthy Team is an exciting new benefit now LEFT TO RIGHT: SMOKEY JOE’S CAFÉ SERVER save her, because she could be someone’s mother, sister or VERONICA TUCKER AND ZUNIGA BUTLER, available to team members and their spouses. This dedicated INTERNATIONAL BUFFET SERVER. daughter, and I know I’d want someone to save me if I were in group of health specialists includes nurses, dieticians, clinicians, that situation.” Thank you Veronica and Zuniga for Exceeding counselors and on-site health coaches who will listen, understand Expectations by stepping in to help save a customer’s life! your needs, and help you find solutions to improve your health. It’s completely confidential and provided at no cost to you. Treasure Chest recently teamed up with the Jefferson SPCA for the Inaugural Pawrates of the Pontchartrain fundraiser in support of animal welfare programs in the community. The The Be Healthy Team can help you take a more active role in your pirate-themed gala at Treasure Chest included food, live entertainment and a silent auction. health in many ways, including: Event-goers came dressed in an assortment • Identifying stress triggers and better • Getting ready for an upcoming surgery by of pirate attire. “We are so appreciative of coping with and reducing stress. speaking with a nurse before and after the Treasure Chest Casino for their support of procedure. The Be Healthy Team can better our mission,” said Jefferson SPCA Programs • Maintaining good eating habits, and managing or losing weight. prepare you and your family on what to Director Jacob Stroman. Nearly $12,000 was expect and answer your questions. raised during the fundraiser. • Quitting tobacco use. • Talking to a nurse about a medical • Better managing chronic health conditions, diagnosis or concern about your health. Par-A-Dice has undergone many changes in the last several including heart disease, asthma, diabetes, months. The hotel and pavilion have been renovated, depression and more. receiving new paint with red, brown and tan added to the color scheme. The pavilion was also given new wallpaper and Boyd Benefits is proud to offer team members another great resource for improving their health. To the second deck layout in the casino was redone to improve speak with a specialist from our Be Healthy Team, call 800-568-1314 or see your on-site health coach. the guest experience.

On November 10, Borgata welcomed Savor Borgata – An Evening with Borgata’s Culinary Masters. The event featured Borgata’s leading culinary restaurants and chefs. Guests had the opportunity Haregewoin Workneh a Keno Writer at Fremont to interact with famous chefs like Bobby Flay, Stephen Kalt, Michael Mina, Michael Schulson, found her team member ID number in the last Wolfgang Puck, Geoffrey Zakarian and Borgata’s Executive Pastry Chef Thaddeus DuBois. The issue of the Boyd Buzz. Her prize pack included B Connected received event also offered a variety of wine, beer, and spirits NFR and NASCAR items courtesy of Corporate a Gold “Stevie” Award from across the globe. “It’s a rare opportunity to mix Marketing. The next lucky winner could be you! for Best Hospitality & and mingle with some of the world’s most celebrated Leisure Website at this year’s chefs, and even more so to do it all in one night!” said International Business Awards, Joe Lupo, Senior Vice President of Operations. while B Connected Mobile won a Silver Award in the Travel A team member ID number is hidden somewhere within this newsletter. App category. If it’s yours, you win a prize. Contact Lynn Jax, Editor, to claim your prize: call 702.696.6901 or email [email protected].

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