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Banking for Casino Gaming

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Custom Financial Solutions for Gaming

Financing for Casino Construction, Expansions, M&A and Restructuring

The casino gaming business demands exceptional lending and cash management services, and we deliver. With significant experience in this highly regulated industry, we specialize in gaming financing and banking solutions that help you navigate fluctuating economic and regulatory conditions. Find customized solutions for all gaming segments, including middle-market, Native American , hotel, riverboat and racetrack casinos, as well as gaming device manufacturers.

Gaming Finance Solutions1

We offer innovative financing solutions for middle-market casino gaming companies, tribal gaming enterprises, tribal governments, privately owned companies, private equity sponsors and their respective portfolio companies.

  • Acquisition Financing
  • Cash-Flow Loans
  • Commercial Real Estate Loans
  • Enterprise Value-Based Loans
  • Leveraged Buyouts (LBOs)
  • Recapitalizations and Refinancing
  • Working Capital

Casino Banking Solutions

Keep better track of your incoming and outgoing funds with advanced technology that streamlines your payment and receivable processes. Our solutions help you more accurately predict your cash flow, plan budgets, prevent funding gaps and improve liquidity.

Fraud Protection for Casino Gaming Companies

Keep your money, your information and your business safer from would-be thieves. Our services and software help prevent online payment fraud, online account theft and identity theft.

  • Check Positive Pay, Reverse Positive Pay and Payee Positive Pay12
  • Automated Clearing House (ACH) Fraud Filter
  • ACH Debit Block
  • Dual Control for Transaction Approval
  • Out-of-Band Authentication

Recent Award

Western Alliance Gaming Among Lenders Recognized By Native American Finance Officers Association

Western Alliance Bank’s Gaming Group was among those recognized by the Native American Finance Officers Association (NAFOA). Western Alliance Bank, as Lead Arranger among the lender group, assisted The Jamul Indian Village of California in refinancing debt related to the construction of its casino, which is owned and operated by Jamul Indian Village Development Corporation (JIVDC). 

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Jamul Casino

Partnership for Growth & Expansion

Financing Flexibility Helped Circa Reach New Heights in Downtown Las Vegas

“One of the things we liked about working with Bank of Nevada and Western Alliance Bank was that they were willing to put in some time - spending time at our facility, understanding the customer, and understand what our goals are and how we grow revenue.” — Derek Stevens, Chief Executive Officer, Circa Hospitality Group

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Circa Hospitality Group

Partnership for Growth & Expansion

Foundation Gaming and Entertainment

"We ruled out the big banks because they don’t give you as much attention. We wanted a bank that understands our industry and our particular business, and that’s Western Alliance. Their willingness to be constructive in terms of our financing — not cookie-cutter — is what really struck us.” —Donn Mitchell, Chief Financial Officer, Foundation Gaming and Entertainment

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Client Spotlight

Foundation Gaming and Entertainment

Expertise That Isn’t a Gamble

Experience in Casino Gaming, Entertainment & Hospitality

Our commercial banking experts understand the financial needs, challenges and opportunities in the casino gaming industry. With extensive experience in gaming and hotel industry banking, we create tailored solutions that help drive your business and manage its complex operations.

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Start your relationship with us today. Western Alliance Gaming’s team of experienced bankers can structure innovative solutions to help you achieve a business win in casino gaming.

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Bank of Nevada Headquarters

2700 West Sahara Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89102
United States

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1.   All offers of credit are subject to credit approval, satisfactory legal documentation, and regulatory compliance. Borrowers are responsible for any appraisal and environmental fees plus customary closing costs, including title, escrow, documentation fees and may be responsible for any bank fees including bridge loan, construction loan, and packaging fees.
2.   This functionality is based on the National Automated Clearinghouse Association (NACHA) 2017 rule adopting Same Day ACH Origination Solution as amended in 2020. Requires enrollment in Business Online Banking. Some products and services may be subject to prior approval or fees. Refer to disclosures provided at account opening, the Business Schedule of Fees, and Pro Forma for additional information.
3.   Fees may be imposed for wires transfers.
4.   If applicable - COMPLETE "LOANS" WORKSHEET.
5.   Skylight Pay Options Payroll Card is provided by NetSpend®, division of Global Payments, which is not affiliated with Western Alliance Bank or its divisions. Applicable fees may be charged by NetSpend or Global Payments separately from any fees assessed by Western Alliance Bank.
6.   Enrollment in eStatements. Fees may be imposed for additional services related to online banking. Refer to Business Online Banking Setup and Authorization for more information. People Pay or Bill pay require additional terms and conditions.
7.   A Business Checking account required. Other related fees may apply. Refer to disclosures provided at account opening, the Business Schedule of Fees, and Pro Forma for additional information. Funds deposited through Remote Deposit Capture will follow Western Alliance Bank’s funds availability policy as outlined in the Deposit Account Agreement Disclosure.
8.   Requires enrollment in Business Online Banking. Other related fees may apply. Funds deposited through Mobile Deposit will follow Western Alliance Bank’s funds availability policy as outlined in the Deposit Account Agreement Disclosure.
9.   Funds deposited through the Lockbox will follow Western Alliance Bank’s funds availability policy as outlined in the Deposit Account Agreement Disclosure.
10.  Other related fees may apply. Refer to the disclosures provided at account opening and the Schedule of Fees and Charges for additional information.
11.  All offers of credit subject to approval. Some products and services may be subject to prior approval or fees. Please contact a Treasury Management Advisor and Relationship Manager for additional details that may apply based on products and services selected.
12.  Requires enrollment in Business Online Banking. Refer to disclosures provided at account opening, the Business Schedule of Fees, and Pro Forma for additional information.