Gretchen Holzhauser Named "Emerging Leader of Gaming 40 Under 40" - Scarlet Pearl Casino's VP of Human Resources Recognized for Industry Excellence
Scarlet Pearl's Gretchen Holzhauser, Vice President of Human Resources, named among Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) and Global Gaming Business Magazine as one of 2021-2020 "ELG 40 Under 40"
D'IBERVILLE, Miss., Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort congratulates Gretchen Holzhauser, Vice President of Human Resources, for being recognized by the Emerging Leaders of Gaming (ELG) and Global Gaming Business Magazine as one of 2021-2020 "ELG 40 Under 40". The ELG 40 Under 40 recognizes young professionals making significant contributions in the casino gaming industry and are on track to be the industry's next generation of leaders. Holzhauser was selected from over 125 candidates and is the only honoree representing the Southeast United States.
"She manages her team, and guides the property with compassion, common sense and understanding," states Scarlet Pearl CEO LuAnn Pappas. "She is one of the few VPs of HR who will be on the floor on a Saturday night, engaging with both employees and guests."
Holzhauser began her career as a beverage server at Harrah's New Orleans in 2006 and rose through front-of-house and back-of-house operations in both property and corporate roles. Serving as VP of Human Resources at Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Gretchen led major initiatives in building the HRIS infrastructure from the ground-up, leading COVID-prevention and -response efforts for the property's 800+ employees and ensuring the Scarlet Pearl property remains staffed in this turbulent time for hospitality labor.
"She walks what she talks, and through that has earned the respect of all Scarlet Pearl Associates from our frontline to our Executive Team," says Pappas. "We are so very proud to work with her."
About Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort: Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort (scarletpearlcasino.com) is located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in D'Iberville, MS. The award-winning hotel resort has a 300-room hotel and a gaming floor with 877 slots and video poker machines, 36 table games, and Scarlet Pearl Sportsbook. In addition, the complex features multiple restaurants, a 36-hole miniature golf course, an event center, and a luxurious pool. The casino opened in D'Iberville, MS December 9, 2015.
Media Contact
Andy Hurt, Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, 228-669-2606, [email protected]
SOURCE Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort
Share this article