HIGHLAND, CALIF. (May 9, 2023) - The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (the “Tribe”) announced today that Peter Arceo has been selected as Chief Gaming Officer for the San Manuel enterprise, effective immediately.

As Chief Gaming Officer, Arceo assumes strategic leadership responsibilities for innovation and growth of the Tribe’s gaming portfolio, including its flagship Yaamava’ Resort & Casino in Southern California.

Image: Peter Arceo, Chief Gaming Officer The San Manuel Enterprise

“Peter is the ideal candidate to position San Manuel for a promising future. As General Manager of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, Peter’s strong leadership helped the Tribe achieve its most ambitious gaming and hospitality expansion yet, including an expanded gaming floor, entertainment venue and hotel that have already earned several Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards,” said Laurens Vosloo, Chief Executive Officer. “As Chief Gaming Officer, Peter will lead efforts to innovate and maximize visitation and establish brand awareness for the Tribe’s existing and future gaming holdings.” 

“It’s an honor to be chosen by the Tribe to usher in the next generation of its gaming and hospitality enterprise,” said Arceo. “San Manuel is known all over the world for its commitment to excellence and for supporting its community. It is this commitment and community-minded spirit that inspires me to grow my career with San Manuel.” 

“The tribal gaming industry continues to involve a complex and evolving environment that will require the best talent to be successful,” said Chairwoman Lynn Valbuena. “We have experienced significant growth under Peter’s management and leadership and look forward to tapping more into his depth of tribal and overall gaming experience, history, and knowledge to help us navigate our path to the future as leaders in gaming.”  

 Arceo brings more than 28 years’ experience to this new role. Before serving as General Manager of Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, Arceo was Chief Marketing Officer, and later Chief Operating Officer for San Manuel Casino. Under Arceo’s direction, Yaamava’ Resort & Casino has received guest and industry recognition for service excellence and luxury amenities, including a Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star Award for Serrano Spa and 4-Star Awards for both the resort and The Pines Steakhouse. 

Arceo joined San Manuel after a successful career at Casino Arizona & Talking Stick Resort, where he was Vice President/Chief Marketing Officer. He also worked for Strategic Gaming Advisors, Las Vegas Hilton and Boyd Gaming Corporation.  

Arceo is currently pursuing a Master of Legal Studies Degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He holds a Master of Business Administration Degree from the University of Southern California and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Hotel Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. 

About the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians: 

The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is a federally recognized American Indian tribe located near the City of Highland, California. The Serrano Indians are the Indigenous people of the San Bernardino highlands, passes, valleys and mountains who share a common language and culture. The San Manuel Reservation was established in 1891 when the Tribe was recognized as a sovereign nation with the right of self-government. As an Indigenous community, the origins and history of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians stem from our relationship with the land and to all who share it. Since ancient times we have expressed ourselves through a culture of giving. Today, San Manuel answers the call of Yawa' (Serrano word meaning “to act on one's beliefs”) through partnerships with charitable organizations. San Manuel has drawn upon its history, knowledge, expertise, and cultural values to direct its philanthropic giving to the local region, as well as to Native American causes nationwide. For more information, visit http://www.sanmanuel-nsn.gov.