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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION FOR

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Dextera, LLC. 14215 N. 43rd Street Phoenix, AZ 85032 602/ 524-2315

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section I. Firm Introduction

About Us

Our Expertise

Project Experience

Personnel

Compensation of Services

Licenses & Certifications

Section II. Owners & Key Personnel

Section III. Scope of Services

Section IV. Firm’s Experience

Section V. Licenses & Certificates

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FIRM INTRODUCTION

About Us

Dextera is a minority-owned, full service Program/Construction Management and Owner’s Representative

Firm. The founding members – Cassey Philip, Tony Roberts and Darryl Sam – bring over 60 years of combined

experience and have worked together as a team many of those years.

The Meaning Behind our Company Name

After much thought, we chose the name Dextera because of its meaning which is to “Pledge or be the Right

Hand.” At Dextera, that’s exactly what we are… your right hand and we pledge to provide our professional

services to you in the most reliable, trustworthy, fair and valuable manner possible. Whether you are at the

conceptual planning stage or already involved in construction, our program and project management services

provide true benefits and project savings.

Our Focus, Expertise and Philosophy of Collaboration

Our focus during the past three decades has been primarily in the hospitality and gaming industry, however, we at

Dextera, are also professional experts in the general development, planning, design and construction

management field. Our successful track record demonstrates that we know how to create a collaborative team

approach to achieve a successful project. As your right hand, it is our responsibility to ensure that all team

members are accountable to complete their respective scope of services within the designated timeline. We

ensure this by providing leadership and ownership of the issues.

Our services are tailored to inform and enable the client by monitoring all the complex aspects

of the project from development and planning through design and construction to close-out

and post-completion to ensure the project meets the client’s desired intent.

Other Services and Market Sectors

• Preconstruction Services

• Health Care

• Retail

• Entertainment Venues

• Solar Power Plant

• Office Buildings

• Estimating

• Water and Waste Water Treatment

• Data Centers

• Horizontal Infrastructure

• Industrial and Technology

• Food Service / High-end Kitchens

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FIRM INTRODUCTION

Personnel

Our office is organized to ensure all work is done either directly by partners or is personally supervised on a daily

basis. All our staff members are accomplished and highly knowledgeable professionals in technical,

administrative and field supervisory roles with capabilities of providing a full-range of preconstruction and

construction services.

Compensation of Services

Dextera provides Staff Augmentation or Professional Services in Program/ Construction Management and

Owner’s Representative at the below hourly rates, which is inclusive of Dextera’s Burden Factor which is all

inclusive of taxes, insurance, and company operating expenses. Upon further review of the project scope and

schedule we are able to assess a monthly lump sum single project fee for our services if necessary.

• Project Executive

• Low Voltage Construction Manager

• Owner’s Representative

• Construction Manager

• Preconstruction Manager

• Estimator

• FF&E Manager/ Scheduler

• Coordinator/ Contract Administrator/ Clerical

Additional Costs

There may be additional costs incurred during the project that are not inclusive of the original contract services.

These costs will be reasonable reimbursable expenses invoiced monthly with appropriate supporting

documentation.

Reimbursable Expenses shall include the following items

• Travel & Lodging

• Printing & Reproduction

• Courier Services, Postage, Shipping, etc.

• Miscellaneous office consumables as it is related to the specific project for record keeping

• Costs and expenses attributed to jobsite office expenses

Contact Us

14215 N. 43rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Phone: 602/ 524-2315

Email: [email protected]

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OWNERS AND KEY PERSONNEL

Cassey Phillip – LEED Green Associate Member – Owner’s Representative – Construction Manager

Professional Background

Cassey will be personally responsible for delivery of services on a project. She

has the authority to commit the necessary resources of Dextera. Cassey will be

active during all phases of the project providing oversight and guidance. Cassey

has established a firm foundation as an Owner’s Representative.

Cassey’s 21 years of experience in estimating, scheduling, coordination, and on-

site project management, as well as her certification as a LEED Green Associate,

provides Dextera’s clients with a well-rounded management professional with a

remarkable perspective on commercial construction projects. Additionally,

Cassey’s extensive background in Native American projects, and Casino/Hotel

projects in particular, have molded her into a specialist in the field.

Featured Project Experience

Owner’s Representative

• Apache Sky Casino – Dudleyville, AZ

• Fire Rock Navajo Casino (Additions/Alterations) – Church Rock, NM

• Desert Diamond Casino Rotunda Renovation – Tucson, AZ

• Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort (Phases 1 & 2) – Flagstaff, AZ

• Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort – FF&E – Flagstaff, AZ

Construction Management ● Running Creek Casino – Upper Lake, CA

● Flowing Water Navajo Casino – Tse D’aa Kaan, NM

● Chinle Navajo Casino – Chinle, AZ

● Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino – Chandler, AZ

● Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel – Tucson, AZ

● Robinson Rancheria Hotel and Casino – Nice, CA

● Black Oak Casino I – Tuolumne, CA

● Casino Del Sol (Phase 1 & 2) – Tucson, AZ

● Scottsdale Fashion Square Food Court Remodel – Scottsdale, AZ

● Motorola MOS 12 Addition – Chandler, AZ

● Cliff Castle Casino – Camp Verde, AZ

● Evo A. DeConcini Federal Courthouse – Tucson, AZ

● Indian School Hospital Ambulatory Care Addition – Phoenix, AZ

Previous Employment

Sicon, LLC. Owner’s Representative Kitchell Contractors, Inc. Project Manager Hunt Construction Group Project Engineer

Education

BS, Construction Management Arizona State University

Clients

Stations Casinos San Carlos Apache Tribe Navajo Nation Habematolel Pomo of Upper Lake Gila River Indian Community Tohono O’odham Nation Robinson Rancheria Pomo Indians Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians Pascua Yaqui Tribe Westcor Motorola Yavapai-Apache Nation U.S. Federal Government

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Tony Roberts Member – Owner’s Representative – Low Volt Construction Manager


With over 20 years of experience in various aspects of construction, ranging from

field installation to executive level meetings, Tony’s on-site field experience is an

incalculable advantage as an Owner’s Representative. Tony will be personally

responsible for orchestrating all aspects of the Design and Construction services

on your Project.

Tony has in-depth experience in project scheduling, cost & resource

management, and subcontractor coordination. As an Owner’s Representative,

this knowledge is an indispensable asset when it comes to forecasting

potential schedule delays and/or cost overruns, and consequently providing

the opportunity for resolution to conflicts, before they occur.


Owner’s Representative

• West Valley Resort Low Voltage Systems – Glendale, AZ

• Apache Sky Casino – Dudleyville, AZ

• Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort (Phases 1 & 2) – Flagstaff, AZ

• Northern Edge Navajo Casino – Farmington, NM

• Fire Rock Navajo Casino (Additions/Alterations) – Church Rock, NM

• Casino Arizona Security & Surveillance Integration – Scottsdale, AZ

• Fire Rock Navajo Casino – Church Rock, NM

Design / Build

• Desert Diamond Casino Warehouse – Tucson, AZ

• Trump Spotlight 29 Casino – Coachella, CA

Construction Management

• Desert Diamond Casino Buffet Rotunda Remodel – Tucson, AZ

• Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel – Tucson, AZ

• Black Oak Casino II – Tuolumne, CA

• Paradise Valley Country Club – Paradise Valley, AZ

• Casino del Sol – Tucson, AZ

• United Automotive Showroom & Service Center Renovations – Scottsdale & Phoenix, AZ

• Phoenix Police Academy Expansion – Phoenix, AZ

• Sun Automotive Audi Showroom & Service Center – Scottsdale, AZ

• Science Applications International Corp. Dish Sterling Solar Generator - AZ

• Payson Water Treatment Facility – Payson, AZ

• Arizona Public Service (APS) STAR Center Sitework – Tempe, AZ

Previous Employment

Sicon, LLC. Owner’s Representative Kitchell Contractors, Inc. Project Manager Hunt Construction Group Project Engineer Caliente Construction Estimator & Project Manager Southwest Desert Builders Union Apprentice Carpenter

Education

BS, Construction Management Illinois State University

Clients

Navajo Nation Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community San Carlos Apache Tribe Pascua Yaqui Tribe Tohono O’odham Nation Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians Paradise Valley Country Club 29 Palms Band of Mission Indians United Automotive City of Phoenix Sun Automotive Science Application Intl. APS TRW

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Darryl Sam Member – Owner’s Representative – Construction Manager


Hands on field experience brings incalculable knowledge and benefit to a project

and Darryl brings over a dozen years of field experience in conjunction with a

dozen years of Management. Darryl’s project responsibility and tasks include

constructability reviews, cost of alternative designs, master program planning to

individual construction planning and closeout.

Darryl has extensive experience in the development, coordination, and execution

of multi-tasked, multi-million dollar projects. Darryl’s blend of field experience

and management experience provides a unique, comprehensive job perspective.


Program Management

• Bluestone – Housing & Commercial Development – Houck, AZ Construction Management ● Kayenta Multi-purpose Justice Center – Kayenta, AZ

● Yreka Walmart Expansion – Yreka, CA

● Claypool Walmart Remodel – Claypool, AZ

● Redding Walmart Expansion – Redding, CA

● Fresh & Easy Grocery Store – Multiple Locations in AZ

● DriveTime Tenant Improvement Renovation - Mesa, AZ

● Arizona State University – IT Data Center Renovation – Tempe, AZ

● Desert Mini Storage Building – Scottsdale, AZ

● Scottsdale Senior Center – Scottsdale, AZ

● Bill Heard Chevrolet – Scottsdale, AZ

● Higley Elementary Classroom Additions – Gilbert, AZ

● Gilbert High School Renovations – Gilbert, AZ

● Hualapai Boys & Girls Club – Peach Springs, AZ

● Alamo Navajo Wellness Center – Alamo, NM

Previous Employment

Big D Construction Project Manager Kitchell Contractors, Inc. Sr. Project Engineer R&O Construction Project Superintendent Wespac Construction, Inc. Project Engineer Sam Wadsworth Construction Owner & Project Manager Kortman Electric Journeyman Electrician K. E. C., Inc. Journeyman Electrician Sam Electrical Contracting Journeyman Electrician Mountain Land Electric Journeyman Electrician

Education

BS, Construction Management Arizaona State University

Clients

Navajo Nation Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Tesco, PLC DriveTime Auto Group Arizona State University Desert Mini Storage Scottsdale Senior Center Higley Elementary School

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Desmond Wilson Owner’s Representative – Low Voltage Pre-Construction Manager


With over 23 years of experience in Information Technology, Desmond has excelled at almost all facets of the field. Desmond worked with several government entities for 18 years and has a thorough understanding of their processes and needs. Although most of his career has been within the government, Aviation, and Indian Gaming/Hospitality verticals, Desmond has been able to easily transfer his skills to other verticals. Desmond has several years of hands on experience and training. He applies this knowledge to all projects and initiatives. Desmond often takes on the role of business relationship manager by sitting between owners/management and technical teams to ensure everyone is on the same page with goals and status.


Program Management

• City of Phoenix Aviation Project Management Office – Phoenix, AZ IT Project Management and Low Voltage Consulting ● Dolphinaris Arizona – Scottsdale, AZ

● Modern Grove View – Scottsdale, AZ

● Docktails Bar & Grill – Scottsdale, AZ

● Polar Play – Scottsdale, AZ

● Casino Surveillance System Replacement – Scottsdale, AZ

● Sky Train Phase 1 Project – Phoenix, AZ

● Sky Harbor Consolidated Rental Car Facility – Phoenix, AZ

● Air Rescue Fire Fighting Stations 19 & 29 – Phoenix, AZ

● Deer Valley Airport Fiber Ring – Phoenix, AZ

Previous Employment

Alepai Consulting Services, LLC Principal IT Consultant Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Government Senior IT Project Manager Casino Arizona/Talking Stick Resort IT Manager City of Phoenix Aviation Department IT Program/Project Manager City of Peoria AZ Network Technician Thunderbird Graduate School Lead IT Technician

Education

BS, Global Management with Finance Specialization Arizona State University West

Clients

Ventura Entertainment Modern Grove Polar Play Casino Arizona/Talking Stick Resort High Street Phoenix

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SCOPE OF SERVICES

Outline of Primary Services Dextera’s project approach is to create and foster a positive team environment that allows each and every team

member to contribute to the project and share in the success. As the Program Manager we will ensure that each

Team Member will be accountable for their respective scope of services. We ensure this by providing Leadership

from development and planning through design and construction to close-out and post-completion to ensure the

project meets the client’s desired intent.

Our Services are inclusive of, but not limited to the following:

Development & Planning Phase

• Organize the internal Leadership

• Assist & facilitate feasibility studies and due diligence studies

• Assist & coordinate with Governmental Agencies

• Create preliminary schedules and develop conceptual budgets

• Solicit and develop a detailed RFQ/ RFP. Evaluate and assist in the selection process

• Assist in Contract review and negotiations

• Spearhead Value Engineering studies

Pre-Construction Phase

• Design Review at DD Level (60%) and CD Level (95%)

• Facilitate & Coordinate with Utility Service Providers

• Facilitate Building Code Compliance review

• Construction Schedule analysis, evaluation and recommendations

• Prepare project budgets and estimates in conjunction with Project Team

• Conduct & Lead Project Team meetings

• Provide oversight of procurement and bidding process, ensuring Subcontractors and Suppliers met the project requirements.

• Development of Payment Application process and Cash Flow information that meets the requirements of project and/or lending agency.

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SCOPE OF SERVICES

Construction Phase

• Attend and guide regular construction coordination meetings.

• Monitor and update the progress of the project schedule, assist Owner’s team with scheduling of Owner’s activities.

• Ensure progress is being coordinated with Owner’s Vendors and FF&E.

• Make recommendations to the CM/GC and the Owner for remedial action if necessary to mitigate schedule variances.

• Budget oversight and control, as well as cost savings and value engineering verification and processing.

• Review A/E & CM/GC’s requests for change orders and make recommendations to the Owner regarding the validity of the change order request and potential budget and schedule impacts.

• Prepare and maintain monthly report, including status of identification of all agreed changes made to the contract documents generated from: requests for information (RFI’s), change order requests (COR’s), approved proposal requests (APR’s) and Architect’s supplemental instructions (ASI’s), Cash

flow and forecasted risk. • Coordinate with the CM/GC on the installation of Owner’s utility services.

• Review pay applications and backup documentation to insure proper payment

• Coordination building codes, ensuring all permits, changes and final inspections are handled expeditiously and appropriately throughout the project including the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy

Close-Out Phase

• Coordination of Owner’s FF&E.

• Coordination of project turnover and owner occupancy process.

• Schedule a final walk-thru with the Owner and A/E for the preparation of a final punch list. Monitor the progress of the CM/GC’s remedial work.

• Assist with coordination of final operational tests, establishing operating parameters, start-up trouble-shooting, and training.

• Deliver as-built drawings, guarantees, keys, attic stock, maintenance supplies, manuals, and maintenance data.

• Coordination of final inspections with entities that have jurisdictional authority.

• Coordinate and negotiate final payment amount and terms

• Claims mitigation and Construction defect investigation. Provide coordination of findings for remediation and repairs.

Post-Completion Phase

• Final project evaluation meeting to determine effectiveness of the project results and to identify future capital improvements.

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SCOPE OF SERVICES

Low Voltage Systems Management

Dextera’s expertise & experience in management of the Low Voltage Systems allow the building to interact with occupants, making better use of time, reducing costs and improving quality. Dextera’s integrated approach provides a single source for the design and implementation of these systems along with mechanical and electrical support infrastructure. Our approach is really a form of risk management, when we act as the sole provider for essential building systems, the Owner’s risk is reduced.

• Structured Cabling/ Data Networks/ Communications

• Audio Video

• Call Systems

• Surveillance & Security Systems

• Distributed Antennae System (DAS) is a solution that ensures buildings/structures have good wireless coverage. DAS increases the customer experience within a building/structure by ensuring a strong cellular signal and enabling customers to stay connected. DAS also solves Public Safety issues related to Fire/Police hand held radios by ensuring these devices work throughout the building. Public Safety Radio coverage requirements within buildings/structures are addressed in the International and National Fire Codes. Fire Inspectors across the nation are pushing to ensure new and remodeled buildings/structures follow Fire Codes related to Public Safety Radio Coverage.

Scopes of work are inclusive of, but not limited to, the following:

• Design, Planning and Procurement Phase: a. Review of design documents and specifications and budgets b. Prepare RFQ/RFP for integrators of each individual low voltage system c. Evaluate proposals and recommend for contract. d. Schedule demonstration of systems with TOGE departments, by the integrator and their vendors. e. Provide value engineering, alternates, options and recommendation of systems. f. Contract negotiations and Issuance g. Coordination with design team the power, mechanical, supports, structural, distribution,

redundant fail safe systems and requirements

• Construction / Installation Phase a. Coordination with CMAR status of ID closets, racks, redundant power, schedule of clean power

systems. b. Coordination with Owner’s / Design / Construction team areas that require early turnover for

“burn in” and calibration of gaming equipment. c. Coordination with Owner’s team the slot floor, cage, FOH / BOH access systems layout and

implement installation of all systems. d. Scheduling and coordination with Department of Gaming, Tribal Gaming Regulatory, and

surveillance department of turnover and operation of systems. e. Conduct regular low voltage meetings on site with all parties.

• Close-out Phase: a. Commissioning, testing, and certification of network systems b. Warranties and maintenance of systems, and on-site training of TOGE operations departments

on all systems. c. Coordinate the storage of spare parts and attic stock for all systems.

d. Ensure that technical support & maintenance program is instituted for the Owner.

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FIRM EXPERIENCE

Project Name/Location Value Casino & BOH Year Completed

Apache Sky Casino – Dudleyville, AZ

$44M Design/ Build Assistance services for New Casino & Hotel. Inclusive of all Infrastructure. WWTP & WTP

2017

Graton Resort & Casino – Hotel Expansion – Rohert Park

$175M Hotel Expansion 2016

Desert Diamond Casino - West Valley Resort - Low Voltage Systems - Glendale, AZ

$4.5M New Build for Casino Low Voltage systems, Structured Cabling, Surveillance, Card Access, Audio/Video, Radio Repeaters

2015

Desert Diamond Casino - Rotunda Renovation - Tucson, AZ

$265K Renovation and Expansion of Gaming Floor 2014

Fire Rock Navajo Casino - Renovations - Gallup, NM

$5.6M Renovation of Restaurant and Entertainment Venue

2014

Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort - FF&E Management - Flagstaff, AZ

$3.3M Managed FF&E Purchasing and Installation 2014

Twin Arrow Navajo Casino Resort - Capital Improvement - Flagstaff, AZ

$530K Miscellaneous modifications and enhancements to the existing facility.

2014

Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort - Phase II - Flagstaff, AZ

$35M Design/ Build Assistance services for Hotel addition of 110 Room Hotel (4 Star)

2014

Navajo Tribal Utility Authority - Water & Waste Water Treatment Facilities @ TANCR - Flagstaff, AZ

$12M Design/ Build Assistance Services for New WTP & WWTP

2013

Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort - Phase I - Flagstaff, AZ

$160M Design/ Build Assistance service for New Casino & Hotel. 217,000 SF Casino, 35,000 SF Conference Center & 90 Room Hotel (4 Star)

2013

Northern Edge Navajo Casino - Farmington, NM

$50M Design/ Build Assistance services for New Casino Build

2012

Navajo Tribal Utility Authority - Water & Waste Water Treatment Facilities @ NENC - Farmington, NM

$5M Design/ Build Assistance Services for New WTP & WWTP

2012

Running Creek Casino - Upper Lake, CA $9M New Casino Build, Restaurant, and Conference Area

2011

Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino - Chandler, AZ $182M New Casino Build, Hotel Tower, Entertainment Venue, and Food Service Areas

2011

Chinle Navajo Casino - Chinle, AZ $1M New Casino Build - Precon 2010

Flowing Waters Navajo Casino - Tse D'aa Kaan, NM

$2M New Casino Build 2010

Talking Stick Resort - Scottsdale, AZ $5.9M Design/ Building Services for Integrated Security & Surveillance System for new Casino & Hotel

2010

Fire Rock Navajo Casino - Gallup, NM $25M Design/ Build Assistance services for New Casino Build

2009

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel - Tucson, AZ $95M 180,000 SF Casino, Theater, Arcade, Dining 160,000 SF Hotel, Banquet, Pool & Kitchen

2006

Black Oak Casino - Phase II - Tuolumne, CA $45M 166,000 SF Casino, Bowling Alley, Theater, Arcade, Fine Dining

2004

*these projects were completed while an employee of another firm

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FIRM EXPERIENCE

Project Name/Location Value Casino & BOH Year Completed

Paradise Valley Country Club - Paradise Valley, AZ

$39M 60,000 SF Addition with Phased Demolition, Fitness Center, Swimming Pool Clubhouse and Fine Dining

2003

Black Oak Casino - Phase I - Tuolumne, CA $15M Casino, Restaurant and Bar

2003

Casino del Sol - Tucson, AZ $72M 350,000 SF Casino, Sports Bar, Fine Dining and Themed Tuscany Streetscape. Outdoor Ampitheater

2002

Cliff Castle Casino - Camp Verde, AZ $24M New Casino Build

2001

Spotlight 29 Casino - Coachella, CA $44M 200,000 SF Casino, Restaurant, Theater

2001

*these projects were completed while an employee of another firm

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The Black Oak Casino (Phase 2) comprised of a three-story 126,000 S.F. building,

housing over 940 slot machines, 24 gaming tables, and smoking & non-smoking

gaming areas. Addi%onal venues include an entertainment lounge, a stage for

live entertainment, a dance floor, a 24-hour café/buffet, and a sports bar, in ad-

di%on to the “family friendly” area with an arcade, family restaurant, and 24 lane

bowling alley

The project incorporates the use of local materials using crea%ve and abstract

methods, including faux black oak trees at the cash cage, and an entry ceiling

featuring Lumicast panels embedded with actual black oak leaves that were col-

lected from the project site during the fall.

Many challenges were faced on the project, including a project site with size lim-

ita%ons, natural and man-made boundaries on all sides (some with cultural sig-

nificance), bedrock that required blas%ng, a fluctua%ng water table, as well as

scheduling, safety, and traffic concerns incurred due to the exis%ng casino (Phase

1) remaining fully opera%onal during the construc%on of the new facility

Black Oak Casino—Phase II Business Name

Loca�on Tuolumne, CA

Owner: Tuolumne Band of

Me-Wuk Indians

Designer: KGA Architecture

$51.4 MILLION X X X X RELIABLE X X X X TRUSTWORTHY XXXX FAIRNESS XXXX VALUE

80 SEAT FINE DINING

Phone: 602/ 524-2315


14215 N. 43rd Street

Phoenix, AZ

85032

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SPORTS BAR

24 GAMING TABLES

126,000 SF

200 SEAT CAFÉ

940 SLOTS

24 LANE BOWLING ALLEY

RETAIL AREA

CHILD CARE AREA

250 SEAT ENTERTAINMENT LOUNGE

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The Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel rises out of the Sonora Desert, a true diamond in

the ruff

The 4-Star hotel features a drama�c two-story circular lobby with views of the crescent

shaped pool, fire pit, and distant mountains, and offers 150 guest rooms and junior suits,

and a 6,000 S.F. conference facility with separate breakout rooms and pre-func�on space

The Casino’s vast gaming area includes over 1,300 slots, 24 table games, a dedicated

poker room, a dedicated space for smoke-free gaming, keno, and a 300 seat bingo

hall.

Many challenges were faced on this mul�-phased project, including the necessity to

keep disrup�ons to the on-going gaming opera�on at a minimum, design restric�ons

due to the nearby airport, and several site issues, not the least of which was the re-

quirement to cross a wash that had been deemed “a navigable river of the U.S.”

During the preconstruc�on phase of this more than 300,000-square-foot casino/hotel

project, members of our team brought the client and team together to determine

how to deliver the project within budget while incorpora�ng local, culturally relevant

materials. A series of collabora�ve mee�ngs allowed the team to also discover $20

million in cost savings without significantly impac�ng the end user experience or the

client’s ability to generate revenue.

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel Business Name

Loca�on Tucson, AZ

Owner: Tohono O’odham

Gaming Enterprise

Designer: JCJ Architecture

$152 MILLION X X X X RELIABLE X X X X TRUSTWORTHY XXXX FAIRNESS XXXX VALUE

180,000 SF HOTEL

Phone: 602/ 524-2315


14215 N. 43rd Street

Phoenix, AZ

85032

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NIGHT CLUB

6,000 SF CONF. CENTER

164,000 SF CASINO

300 SEAT BINGO

1300+ SLOTS

150 ROOM FOUR STAR HOTEL

FINE DINING

POKER ROOM

MULTI-PHASED SCHEDULE

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November 6, 2014

To Whom It May Concern:

It is a pleasure for me to share with you about Cassey Phillip’s character, abilities,

personality, expertise and professionalism. I had the pleasure of working with Cassey the

past six years. As the Corporate Director of Operations for the Gila River Gaming

Enterprise, I worked closely with Cassey as she was a Project Manager, for Kitchell, on

our Wild Horse Pass Project. Cassey was always professional, articulate and willing to

assist the owner, without forgetting the responsibility to the General Contractor in which

she represented. She would find the balance between working the sub-contractors and the

owner’s interest.

I was also fortunate enough to work with Cassey in her capacity of an owner’s

representative. It was interesting to be able to see her use her knowledge and skills to

represent the owner’s interest. Her experience from the Project Manager role she had

previously was beneficial in representing the owner’s interest on the Twin Arrows

Navajo Casino Resort.

Cassey is an individual with very strong work ethic, and morals. She tends to follow

policies and processes to the tee. She is well organized in thought and practice, and very

methodical in her approach to problem resolution. Cassey is very articulate, and

represents an organization very well; I have observed her work in two different diverse

Native American organizations.

I am confident that whether Cassey is representing a general Contractor or an Owner, she

will continue to perform at the highest level possible and represent the organization with

grace and respect.

I would not hesitate to recommend Cassey for any position in which her skills and

expertise can be exploited; I hope to have the pleasure of working with Cassey again in

the near future. If you should have any further questions or if I can be of any further help,

please do not hesitate to call.

Sincerely,

Jim Wanamaker

18206 N. 75th Ave.

Glendale, Arizona 85308

480 620 7355 cell

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February 3, 2017

To Whom It May Concern:

I have had the pleasure and good fortune to work very closely with Tony Roberts through different

employers on the following three new casino construction projects:

1) Desert Diamond Casino Hotel – Tucson, AZ (2007-2008). My role was CFO.

2) Twin Arrows Casino Resort – Flagstaff, AZ (2009-2010). My role was CFO.

3) Apache Sky Casino – Dudleyville, AZ (2016-2017). My role was CEO.

As the CFO on the first two projects listed above, my interactions with Tony were predominantly

focused on detailed reviews of bids, cost projections and construction loan draw requests; however, I

also attended numerous construction meetings and observed firsthand Tony in his role as the primary

Owner’s Representative. As the CEO on the Apache Sky casino project, I communicated with Tony on

almost a daily basis concerning every aspect of the construction process.

Tony’s range and depth of knowledge over all facets of construction projects is very impressive. He

also has an above average understanding of the operating needs of various casino departments, e.g.,

Slots, Table Games, Cage, Surveillance, etc., which is valuable during the planning and building phases

to achieve maximum efficiencies. During meetings Tony is often asking questions that are two or three

levels deep. He seems to always be thinking a step or two ahead of the “average” construction manager.

Equally impressive as his trade/technical knowledge and experience are his interpersonal skills. I have

witnessed him being very professional and respectful while presenting to Tribal Councils and Boards

of Directors and communicating very effectively and appropriately with contractors and

subcontractors on the jobsite. He is always very timely and responsive.

In closing, I would highly recommend Tony Roberts for any tribal gaming organization that seeks an

extremely experienced and successful Owner’s Representative. His knowledge and leadership ability

along with a strong moral compass makes him a strong asset for any construction project. Please feel

free to contact me with any questions regarding Mr. Robert’s professional or personal attributes.

Sincerely,

Kurt Schmidt

Kurt Schmidt, CEO

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