Everi has determined Debra Nutton satisfies the criteria as an independent director for the purposes of New York Stock Exchange rules. She has also been appointed to serve as a member of three Board Committees: audit, compensation and nominating and governance.
Michael Rumbolz, Executive Chairman of the Board of Everi, said, “We are delighted to welcome Debra to Everi and believe her distinguished record of gaming achievements and leadership make her an exceptional addition to the Company’s Board of Directors.”
Nutton is currently an Executive Coach and Gaming Consultant. Her experience in the gaming industry spans over four decades. She served as Executive VP of Casino Operations for Wynn Las Vegas from 2013 until 2018, where she also consulted during the pre-opening of Wynn’s new property, Encore Boston Harbor.
Before joining Wynn Las Vegas, Nutton held positions of increasing responsibilities at MGM Resorts, finishing as Senior VP of Casino Operations. After its successful opening in 2019, she then became an advisor to the pre-opening team at Resorts World Las Vegas, which opened in 2021.
She is a former member of the Advisory Board for the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) and served as an original board member for Global Gaming Women. She is also on the Advisory Board of the non-profit U-Ryze.
Nutton was also honored by Global Gaming Women with the 2018 Great Women of Gaming Lifetime Achievement Award.
Rumbolz added, “We look forward to benefiting from her counsel and insights. Debra joins us at an opportune time to assist with the expansive growth opportunities that we expect will take Everi to even greater prominence in coming years.”