The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) has named Caitlin Monahan as its Director of Investigations and Enforcement Bureau, and Dean Serpa to serve as its Executive Director.
Monahan commented further, “I am excited for this important opportunity to lead the Commission’s Investigations and Enforcement Bureau.
“Having served in the MGC’s legal division previously and in this role on an interim basis, I know the essential work in front of us and look forward to continuing to collaborate with my colleagues across the MGC to ensure the integrity and safety of gaming in the Commonwealth.”
Monahan worked as a litigator at WilmerHale, a Boston law firm, prior to joining the Commission. She holds degrees from Havard College and Harvard Law School.
Retiring Commission Chair Cathy Judd-Stein took a moment to further discuss Monahan’s qualifications.
She said, “Caitlin has been a valued member of the MGC team for a number of years, first in the legal division and recently as interim IEB Director – this experience will help ensure her success as she begins this new role.
“Her contributions have been essential to the work of the MGC in the regulation and oversight of casino gaming, horse racing, and establishing sports wagering in the Commonwealth, and I know she will continue to meet and surpass our high expectations as a leader of our organization.”
Serpa has held several senior roles within the state government throughout his career. He is currently the Chair of the Massachusetts Gaming Policy Advisory Committee (GPAC).
Commissioner Eileen O’Brien commended Serpa on his achievements by commenting, "Dean’s unparalleled operations experience and record of leadership and service to the Commonwealth will allow him to step into the role of executive director and have an immediate impact on the Massachusetts Gaming Commission.
“His time as chair of the Gaming Policy Advisory Committee will provide him with an essential level of familiarity regarding MGC policies and programs as he begins his tenure.”
Serpa said he is eager to gain more knowledge and experience in his new role.
He said, “I want to thank the commissioners for entrusting me with this important role, and I look forward to joining the committed team at the Massachusetts Gaming Commission.
“I am passionate about moving projects from inception to competition and working with teams to get things done – I am excited to build on my experience with GPAC as I get started as executive director of the Commission.”
