Barona Resort & Casino Taps Bruce Lowder as VP of Finance

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwire - Oct 21, 2011) - Barona Resort & Casino announced today the hire of Bruce Lowder as vice president of finance. With over 30 years of financial and operational experience, Lowder's past work experience includes general manager and executive operations positions at casinos across the nation.

At Barona, Lowder will oversee financial operations for the casino including assisting in developing Barona's financial management strategy and providing leadership for diverse work groups. Lowder is also charged with analyzing business processes and implementing changes to enhance operational efficiency.

"We are pleased to welcome Bruce to the Barona team," said Dean Allen, senior vice president of administration. "He thinks strategically beyond the numbers adding insight into ways we can create new and more memorable moments for our players."

Prior to joining Barona Resort & Casino, Lowder worked at a variety of casino properties including President Riverboat Casino/Gateway Riverboat Cruises, Ameristar Casino Kansas City and Bullwhackers Casino in Colorado. He gained extensive knowledge of all aspects of casino operations having overseen casino departments including slots, table games, food and beverage, finance, housekeeping and facilities.

Lowder earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Indiana State University and received his CPA certificate in 1983. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the national professional organization of Certified Public Accountants.

About Barona Resort & Casino
Barona Resort & Casino, a AAA Four Diamond rated property, blends the best of San Diego's leading resorts with the gaming excitement of Las Vegas. LEED® Gold Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council, Barona is San Diego's leading destination resort featuring 400 guest rooms and suites all with beautiful views of the Barona Valley, a variety of award-winning dining options, the AmBience Day Spa, a full-service events center and the 18-hole championship Barona Creek Golf Club, rated the 3rd best resort course in California by Golfweek magazine. For Barona Resort & Casino reservations and information, visit www.barona.com, or call toll free 888-7-BARONA (722-7662). You can also join Barona Resort & Casino on Facebook®, Twitter and YouTube today.