The Godfather's Sit Down at House of Blues West Hollywood and Hotel Adagio San Francisco – Both events were SOLD OUT!  Thank you to:

God.  First and foremost, I thank God for the opportunity to meet all of you.  I am both honored and exceedingly blessed!

Tony Rose of Rose, Snyder and Jacobs (www.rsjcpa.com) – Tony co-sponsored the event.  He is a phenomenal CPA, and I highly recommend his firm.  You can reach Tony at trose@rsjcpa.com.  Thank you Tony!

Joe Preis of Godes & Preis, LLP (www.gaplel.com) – Joe co-sponsored the LA event.  He is a tremendous Attorney, and I highly recommend his firm.  You can reach Joe at jpreis@gaplegal.com.  Thank you Joe!

Sanjiv Goyal of Droisys (www.droisys.com) – Sanjiv Tony co-sponsored the SF event.  Droisys builds custom software.  You can reach Sanjiv at sanjiv.goyal@droisys.com. Thank you Sanjiv!

Yan Heim – Yan helped set up the SF venue.

Mike Faith, Dean Lane and Jonathan Lowenhar – They accounted for 1/3 of the SF guest list.

The BEST Guests! – The value proposition for Godfather “Sit Down” is the opportunity to meet 70 high quality people – all in one place, all in one night.  And we did not disappoint!!  Thanks to each of you for attending and bringing along so many wonderful new guests.

The Opportunity Village Poker Tournament is April 7 at Caesars Palace. For more info, check out www.opportunityvillage.org.  For sponsorship information, please email me directly at mwayman2@cox.net.

Be The Change, a benefit for Olive Crest (www.olivecrest.org), is May 18 at the Las Vegas Hotel (formerly the Hilton).  Entertainment by Clint Holmes and Mac King.  For sponsorship and ticket information, please email me directly at mwayman2@cox.net.

 Just another day in paradise!

How You Can Help – People frequently ask me, "how can I help the Godfather?"  Three ways.  First, looking for clients that are hiring since I have 100 top executive candidates in my stable.  Second, looking for strong talent (candidates) since I have 100 open positions I'm recruiting for.  Third, please support the charity and community events listed in my newsletter!

Candidate Guide – This is my new career service for candidates. Includes help with your resume, a 30 page Career Guide and one hour of my time. Had several takers, but funny how many people go away when they have to invest time and money in their own career. Which begs the question, "if  you don't want to invest in your career, why should I?"

The Godfather's "Sit Down" – Here we go!  I will be hosting two events in February – House of Blues Foundation Room in West Hollywood and Hotel Adagio in San Francisco. Value proposition? The opportunity to meet 60 of the most amazing people in America. My clients automatically get an invitation, followed by my close personal friends and business partners that have supported me over the years.
 
Casino Talk – Here is the link to my recent interview on Casino Talk. I start at the 9:30 mark. Who got hired, who got fired and all the latest industry news.

http://cemaudioedge.com/episode/casino-talk-brooke-dunn-4
 
Clear eyes, full hearts…can't lose!

Events
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The Godfather's Sit Down – House of Blues Foundation Room West Hollywood (February)
The Godfather's Sit Down – Hotel Adagio in San Francisco (February)
Opportunity Village Celebrity Poker Tournament at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas (April 7)
Be The Change Benefit for Olive Crest at LVH in Las Vegas (May 18)
 
Career Opportunities
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This month I'm just listing all my high tech roles.  If you know of anyone that would be a fit, send 'em!

Chief Technology Officer ($250,000 to $300,000 Midwest)

Chief Technology Officer ($250,000, International)

Chief Information Officer ($200,000, Las Vegas)

VP, Project Management and Governance ($250,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Information Technology – Casino ($105,000, Midwest)

Director, IT and Slots – Casino ($90,000, Midwest)

Web Developer (to $150,000, Las Vegas)

Online Poker Developer (to $150,000, Las Vegas)

Software Developer – Social Games – PHP ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Software Developer – Senior – C++ ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Software Developer – Intermediate – C++ ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Software Developer – Senior – C# ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Software Developer – Intermediate – C# ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Sr. Enterprise Architect – AGILE/XP Software Development ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Sr. Application Architect – Casino Systems Software Developer ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Sr. Business Architect – AGILE/Scrum ($90,000, Las Vegas)

Sr. Systems Design Architect – Servers and Storage ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Systems Security Architect ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Systems Design Architect – Servers and Storage ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Application Architect – Casino Systems Software Developer ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Lead Network Architect ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Program Manager – Information Security ($90,000, Las Vegas)

Hope your holidays peaceful, relaxing and full of family/friends!

New Year's Resolutions – What are your resolutions for 2012? Here are my three. First, more grace. The Lord's Prayer encourages us, "forgive us our sins as we forgive those that have trespassed against us." Second, more compassion. Mother Teresa reminds us, "People are often unreasonable and self centered. Forgive them anyway. For you see, in the end, it is between you and God. It was never between you and them anyway." Third, more focus on what I can change. The Serenity Prayer states, "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference."

The Godfather's Career Guide for 2012 – Due to the large number of executives seeking new career opportunities, I have assembled a Career Guide service as a way for people to get an hour of my expertise. GREAT investment if you are looking for a new career opportunity. I'll show you how to write a winning resume, interview like a rock star, negotiate compensation and work with an executive recruiter. For more information, email me at mwayman@godfatherlv.com.

The Godfather's "Sit Down" – Have two of them scheduled for February, one at the House of Blues Foundation Room in West Hollywood and one at Hotel Adagio in San Francisco. Value proposition? The opportunity to meet 60 of the most amazing people in America. My clients automatically get an invitation, followed by my close personal friends and business partners that have supported me over the years. Invitations go out…today!

THANK YOU to everyone that attended The Godfather's Christmas Party at the Palms.  Where else can you find legendary singer Clint Holmes, former First Lady Dawn Gibbons, Riviera CEO Andy Choy, Dr. Jerry Boyers, Headsets.com CEO Mike Faith and horse racing magnate Sean Gerson all in the same room? 

Check out pictures from the event at www.flickr.com/godfatherlv.

Check out Mark Giovi singing Oh Holy Night:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yB9YSQ3Qac&feature=youtu.be

THANK YOU :

God.  First and foremost, I thank God for the opportunity to meet all of you.  I am both honored and exceedingly blessed!

The Palms – George Maloof and the entire Palms team.  Great event!

The Talent – Mark Giovi, Richard Hampton and DJ Mark Martin.

Transact Technologies – Tracey Chernay has been sponsoring Godfather events for many years.

House Advantage – Jon Wolfe is one of the best people I ever met.

CommVault – Wade Harris has also been sponsoring Godfather events for many, many years.

Tickets- Thank you to Michelle Sharples, Ken Ciancimino, Andy Choy, Tony Bender, Laura Herlovich and Paul Hobson for donating show tickets!

My Clients – Without my clients, there would be no events. More importantly, my clients and business allow me to support charity and community.  THANK YOU for your support!

The BEST Guests! – The value proposition for Godfather “Sit Down” is the opportunity to meet 100 amazing people – all in one place, all in one night.  Mission accomplished!  Thanks to each of you for attending and bringing along so many wonderful new guests.

Events
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The Godfather's Sit Down – Los Angeles (February)
The Godfather's Sit Down – San Francisco (February)
Olive Crest Be The Change (April)

Career Opportunities
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VP, Online ($300,000, Las Vegas)

Chief Technology Officer ($300,000, Midwest)

Chief Technology Officer ($250,000, International)

VP, Project Management ($250,000, Las Vegas)

VP, Innovation ($200,000+, Las Vegas)

CFO – Casino ($175,000, California)

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis ($150,000, USA)

Director, Finance – Casino ($150,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Game Studios ($150,000, Las Vegas)

VP, Human Resources – Casino ($135,000, California)

Director, Slots ($125,000, California)

Director, Hotel ($125,000, California)

Director, Facilities ($125,000, California)

Director, Loyalty Marketing ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Analytics/CRM ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Retail Outlets – F&B ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Table Games ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Nightclub Marketing ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Sales Manager – Gaming ($120,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Marketing – Casino Property ($110,000, Midwest)

Director, Information Technology ($110,000, Midwest)

Director, Vendor Management ($105,000, Las Vegas)

Logistics Manager ($105,000, Las Vegas)

Sales Manager – Digital Signage ($100,000, Las Vegas)

Director, F&B ($100,000, California)

Executive Chef ($100,000+, Midwest)

Director, Hotel Operations ($80,000, Midwest)

Casino Host ($75,000, Las Vegas)

We have much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Health, family friends. A roof over our head, food on the table, the ability to worship as we please, armed forces that keep us safe…and the greatest country in the world. I want to personally all of my clients for their continuing business and support. I am exceedingly blessed!

Caesars Entertainment
MGM Resorts International
MGM Hospitality
Konami Gaming
Cannery Resorts
Spectrum Pharmaceuticals
Aristocrat Technologies
Bally Technologies
Warner Gaming
Herbst/Affinity Gaming
North Star Casinos
Global Cash Access
Shuffle Master
Riviera
Station Casinos
M Resort
Penn Gaming

Charity
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Olive Crest TV Telethon is November 18 from 4 PM to 7 PM on Channel 3. Call in to 702.642.1342 to support the cause.

Magical Forest at Opportunity Village runs November 23 through December 31. Fun for the entire family! For sponsorship, group event and ticket information, please contact Geena Jeffries Mattox at 880.4054.

Holiday Mingle Jingle benefiting Make-A-Wish is November 30 at 6:00 PM at the Fashion Show Mall. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a live runway fashion show and discounts to mall stores. Tickets are $20 at 212.9474.

Olive Crest Ladies of Distinction Luncheon is December 2 at Green Valley Ranch Station. Honorees are Phyllis James, April Swartz, Sandy Peltyn and Crystal Krien. For more information contact Brittany McCoy at 702-221-6224 x 1708 or Brittany-mccoy@olivecrest.org.

On Saturday December 3rd, Child Focus hosts its Annual "Gift of Giving" Sibling Event at Bonnie Springs Ranch on December 3. One hundred siblings currently separated from one another due to the foster care system will be reunited to keep their sibling bond going during this difficult chapter in their lives. The goal is to create happy memories during the holidays. The day will include train rides, a petting zoo, a holiday meal, photos with Santa and of course a gift exchange with donated gifts for the siblings. For more information:
http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/child-focus/giftofgiving2.

Events
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The final event of the year will be my personal Christmas Party in the Hugh Hefner Sky Villa at the Palms. SOLD OUT guest list of 100+ friends and clients. See you there!

As you may know, this year I opted to host charity events instead of my Godfather Sit Downs. I'm considering hosting a Sit Down in Los Angeles and San Francisco provided I get enough support from my friends and clients down there.

Photos
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/godfatherlv

Career Opportunities
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VP, Online ($300,000, Las Vegas) – Need an Expedia, Orbitz, Priceline or Hotwire type.

Chief Technology Officer ($250,000, International)

VP, Project Management ($250,000, Las Vegas)

VP, Sales – Convention and Group ($250,000, Las Vegas)

VP, Innovation ($200,000, Las Vegas) – Fortune 100 type with retail or packaged goods experience. MBA or Masters required.

VP, Casino Operations ($200,000, Las Vegas)

CFO – Casino ($175,000, California)

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis ($150,000, USA) – Hotel background

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis ($150,000, USA) – Casino background

Director, Finance – Casino ($150,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Game Studios ($150,000, Las Vegas)

VP, Human Resources – Casino ($135,000, California)

Director, Loyalty Marketing ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Analytics/CRM ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Retail Outlets – F&B ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Table Games ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Brand Marketing ($130,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Nightclub Marketing ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Sales Manager – Gaming Supplies ($120,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Information Technology ($110,000, Midwest)

Executive Chef ($100,000+, Midwest)

Director, Hotel Operations ($80,000, Midwest)

It’s been four month since I posted to LinkedIn or my web site. With this economy I have to work twice as hard for half the money. Also been occupied with charity events – BBQ at Bitter Root Ranch for Opportunity Village and the Boys & Girls Club 50th Birthday Party. Upcoming are the Safe Nest Luncheon, Noah’s Animal House Unleashed and the Olive Crest Ladies of Distinction Luncheon. Check out recent event pictures here:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/godfatherlv

Was planning to host an LA Sit Down next week, but that went sideways. What is the deal with people that don’t honor their commitments? My business partner tells me to be there at a certain date in time, he knows I’m flying, then cancels the meeting. We can get more of everything in life but TIME. Cancelling appointments at the last minute is not only disrespectful, it says "you are not important to me" and portrays you as someone that does not keep your commitments. Long-term, not a good business strategy.

The last event of the year will be The Godfather’s Christmas Extravaganza, my private Christmas party in the Hugh Hefner Sky Villa on the roof of the Palms. Entertainment will be holiday songs from several of my favorite Las Vegas performers!

Events
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Best Buddies Super Hero Ball is Thursday October 13 at 6:00 pm at Caesar’s Palace. Best Buddies matches people with and without intellectual disabilities into one-to-one friendships to end the social isolation those with disabilities all too often experience.

Greg Maddux Celebrity Gold Tournament is October 15/16 at the Southern Highlands Golf Club. There is also a gala dinner. For more information, check out www.maddux31.com.

Steven Schorr Elementary School PTA Golf Classic is coming up quick. Individual golfers are $150, teams are $600 and there are additional sponsorship levels. For more information contact Tamar Hoapili at 702.545.1005.

Noah’s Animal House UNLEASHED is October 20 at the Hard Rock Hotel. Sponsorships are sold out, however $100 tickets are still available.

Safe Nest Domestic Violence Awareness Luncheon is October 21 at the Rio. Tickets are $50 or a table of ten for $500.

Opportunity Village Camelot is November 5 at the Magical Forest. Honorees this year are Mike and Patty Morrissey.

Olive Crest Ladies of Distinction Luncheon – December 2 at Green Valley Ranch Station honoring April Swartz, Phyllis James, Cristal Krein and Sandy Peltyn. Sponsorships are $500 to $3,500. Contact brittany-mccoy@olivecrest.org for more information.

Career Opportunities
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VP, Online ($300,000, Las Vegas)

Chief Marketing Officer ($300,000, Las Vegas)

SVP, Operations ($300,000, Midwest) – Requires Midwest experience running multiple casinos

SVP, Marketing ($250,000, Midwest) – Extensive gaming/casino experience with 5+ years at the VP level

VP, Innovation ($200,000, Las Vegas)

VP, Organizational Development ($175,000, Las Vegas)

Controller ($170,000, Las Vegas) – CPA, SEC background

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis ($150,000, USA) – Hotel background

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis ($150,000, USA) – Casino background

Director, Finance – Casino ($150,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Marketing ($150,000, Las Vegas) – Slot marketing background

Director, Game Studios ($150,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Casino Operations ($130,000, Midwest)

Director, Brand Marketing ($130,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Database Marketing ($125,000, Las Vegas)

Director, Information Technology ($120,000, Midwest)

Director, Hotel Operations ($110,000, Midwest)

Logistics Manager ($105,000, Las Vegas)

Compensation Analyst ($70,000, Las Vegas)