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Mike was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, and is a die-hard Husker fan. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor's Degree in Business with an Accounting major. Mike began his gaming career in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and has made stops in many other markets, including Louisville, Las Vegas, Cincinnati, Tampa, Biloxi, Sioux City, Minneapolis and finally here to Riverside Casino, where he is happy to be back in the Midwest market and close to family. On his days off he is either traveling or relaxing at home watching football with his trusty pup Makenzie. Come introduce yourself next time you visit!

Kari is a long-time resident of Riverside. She has been with Riverside Casino & Golf Resort^® since 2006. She worked in the cage, our retail shops and as a card dealer, and she joined VIP in 2013. Before starting at Riverside Casino, Kari worked as a bank teller and as a cross-country semi driver. Having graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor's degree, Kari is a devoted Hawkeye fan. On her days off, she enjoys running, biking, playing sand volleyball, and being in a bowling league, but her favorite activity is tending to her butterfly garden, where she raises, rescues and tags monarch butterflies.

Yeny grew up in Indonesia with a population of over 200 million. After graduating Sanata Dharma University in 2002, she began working in the capital city of Jakarta. She worked in the fruit import industry for several years, as a second grade teacher, and as a marketing representative. In 2014, she moved to the United States to marry the love of her life. Shortly after that, she started at Riverside Casino as a Cook in the dessert station at Robert's Buffet, and she joined the VIP team two years later. In her free time, Yeny likes spending time with her husband, family, and friends. She especially enjoys the time she gets to spend with her two beautiful dogs, Emma & Zoey.

Schuyler is the oldest of ten brothers and sisters. He lived in several cities while growing up but calls Elk Horn, Iowa, his home. As a lifelong Nebraska Cornhusker fan, he has learned to coexist with the nearby Iowa Hawkeyes. He recently celebrated ten years at Riverside Casino. Before transferring to VIP, Schuyler was a Hotel Supervisor. When he isn't working, he's likely fishing, no matter the season. He also enjoys hunting, basketball, and other competitive activities.

Kallie is a lifelong resident of Conesville, where she currently enjoys serving on City Council. She has been with Riverside Casino since 2017. While working in the Gift Shop as Retail Supervisor she fell in love with the gaming industry and transferred to VIP. Outside of work she enjoys being crafty, trying new restaurants, learning new skills, and visiting family as far as Texas. Her 2021 resolution is to finish refurbishing her home.

Mark French grew up on a small, northeastern Iowa farm in Clayton County, where his family raised Arabian and Quarter horses. At just 12-years old, Mark took his first customer service job, working a summer position at his father's resort in northern Minnesota. He has now been in customer service, in one form or another, for over 30 years. This includes being here at Riverside Casino since six weeks after Grand Opening.

Mark is a proud veteran who jumped from airplanes while serving in the US Army's legendary 82nd Airborne Division. His adventurousness has helped to keep up a strong connection to the outdoors. He is happiest when kayaking, camping, diving, snorkeling or just sitting outside with a good book. He even once worked as a Rocky Mountain horseback trail guide. His three favorite foods are Mexican food, Italian food and sushi. His three favorite people are his brother and two sisters. His three favorite vacation spots are the Caribbean, Key West, and anywhere aboard a cruise ship.

Jamin Langtimm was born in Davenport and raised in Iowa City. He claims both cities as his hometown. If you count his years behind the bar, he has been in customer service for 22 years. He bats and golfs left-handed, and he throws and does most everything else right-handed. This means he can also eat lasagna and cake, his two favorite foods, with both hands at once.

Jamin loves trying new food experiences. For instance, the blow fish he tried in Japan made his face numb, and the best barbecue he ever ate was at a New Orleans hole in wall called "The Joint." He is also a big fan of Chef Tom at Ruthie's. In his off hours, Jamin loves slow pitch softball, kickball, and he claims to be "not too bad" at darts. He has an unhealthy collection of clothes, especially suits and ties, but at least he always looks good when enjoying nights on the town with his wife or walking his dogs Jaxson and Javy. His favorite teams are the Buffalo Bills and Chicago Cubs. His favorite bands are Queen, Anberlin, and Stone Temple Pilots.

Lauren was born in Andalusa, Illinois and currently resides in Iowa City. She started as a Resort Club Supervisor here at Riverside Casino before her promotion to VIP Host. She is an avid skier and likes to travel wherever snow can be found. In her spare time she likes reading and hanging out with her dogs Hazel and Olive.