The Commerce Casino & Hotel, one of the largest cardrooms in the world, has announced two appointments to its executive team to support the new CEO, Jeff Harris: Nedy Warren has been elevated to Vice President and Chief Operating Officer while Lonnie Coleman has been named as Secretary and Chief Administrative Officer.
Warren has been promoted from her role as Commerce Casino’s general counsel. Coleman was the CFO before her promotion, serving in this role since the Covid-19 shutdown.
Prior to entering the gaming industry, Warren gained plenty of administrative experience in a number of fields. She assisted with infrastructure, training and investigations, advice and counsel, and litigation for various companies. Warren earned her Juris Doctorate at the UCLA School of Law, where she was editor of the Law Review.
Commerce Casino CEO Jeff Harris believes Warren is the right person for the job. He says: “Nedy Warren has considerable experience in various sectors and over 25 years of experience in general business advice and litigation.
“From the moment Nedy joined our team, she has been a crucial part of the casino and a critical part of our success. Her long history with the Commerce Casino, her knowledge of all aspects of our business and her proven leadership will help for years to come.”
Coleman’s specialty, prior to joining Commerce Casino, was in financial management. She was responsible for revenue audit, financial accounting, reporting, purchasing, cashiering and count room operations at Cahuilla Casino. Coleman earned an MA degree In business administration from St. Mary’s University and a BA in accounting and finance.
Of Coleman credentials, Harris comments: “Lonnie Coleman has years of operational expertise and financial acumen in the hospitality and casino gaming industry. His leadership and expertise will contribute to the Commerce Casino’s continued growth and success.”
