BOSSIER CITY, La.—The 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.
The $270 million world-class gaming, dining, hotel, and entertainment destination will debut in Bossier City in the first quarter of 2025 and will feature the first land-based casino in the Shreveport-Bossier market.
As vice president of marketing, 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, 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 casino marketing and operations leader, Robinson brings a wealth of experience from prominent key roles at 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.
“We are thrilled to welcome Joshua home to the executive team at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana,” says 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.”
Upon its grand opening in 2025, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana will unveil more than 47,000 square feet of cutting-edge gaming space. It will feature more than 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 venue for top-tier entertainment and conventions alongside 30,000 square feet of dining and entertainment options.
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