Full House Resorts appoints Brandon Lenssen as GM of Chamonix Casino Hotel
Full House Resorts has appointed Brandon Lenssen as the new Vice President and General Manager of Chamonix Casino Hotel in Cripple Creek, Colorado. Lenssen, a seasoned gaming industry leader with nearly 30 years of experience, steps into the role as the 바카라 continues to expand its presence in the market.
Lenssen brings extensive experience
Before joining , Lenssen was Vice President and General Manager at Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI), where he focused on data-driven strategies to optimise 바카라 operations. His career also includes leadership roles at Bally’s Black Hawk, Isle Casino Black Hawk, and VizExplorer, where he specialised in gaming analytics and operational efficiency.
Lenssen said, “I’m excited to join the Chamonix team and contribute to its vision of delivering a seamless, world-class gaming experience. Chamonix Casino Hotel is setting a new standard in Colorado, and I look forward to implementing creative solutions that enhance efficiency, improve the guest experience, and maximise the 바카라’s potential.”
Q4 2024 results
Recently the in Q4 2024, reaching $73.0 million, up from $60.0 million in the same period in 2023. The growth was driven by the phased opening of Chamonix Casino Hotel and the continued success of American Place in Illinois.
Despite the strong revenue growth, the company posted a net loss of $12.3 million for the quarter, slightly lower than the $12.5 million loss in the prior year. The loss included $0.3 million in preopening costs and higher depreciation and amortisation expenses linked to new 바카라 developments.
Full House Resorts’ adjusted EBITDA surged by 42 percent in Q4 2024, reaching $10.4 million, up from $7.3 million in Q4 2023. For the full year, revenues rose 21.2 percent to $292.1 million, driven by the expansion of Chamonix and American Place.
American Place expansion
Full House Resorts is also progressing with the permanent American Place 바카라 project in Waukegan, Illinois. In January 2025, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled in favour of Full House Resorts, dismissing a lawsuit by an unsuccessful bidder challenging the 바카라 licence selection process.
During Q4 2024, the temporary American Place 바카라 saw a 27.5 percent increase in revenue and a 71.9 percent rise in adjusted property earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) compared to the previous year. For the full year, these figures increased 42.4 percent and 59.8 percent, respectively.
Full House Resorts plans to break ground on the permanent American Place 바카라 later in 2025 and aims to complete construction by August 2027, when the temporary 바카라’s operating licence expires.
Growing market presence
Chamonix Casino Hotel has experienced rapid growth since its phased opening. In 2024, Full House Resorts’ total revenues in Colorado surged by 160 percent, with market share nearly doubling. The company attributes this success to Chamonix’s strong appeal and the fact that marketing efforts only started in November 2024, after the national election cycle concluded.
Company CEO Daniel R. Lee said, “Chamonix, with its blend of luxurious gaming and non-gaming amenities, continues to impress visitors to Cripple Creek. As awareness grows, we expect even stronger performance in 2025.”
As Chamonix continues to expand, Full House Resorts is focused on profitability and sustainable growth. In addition to hiring Lenssen, the company has appointed a new Vice President of Advertising to enhance digital, traditional, and direct marketing efforts.
