James Dempsey Appointed COO of Fort Sill Chiricahua Warm Springs Apache EDA

LAWTON, OK – James Dempsey has been named Chief Operations Officer (COO) of the Fort Sill Chiricahua Warm Springs Apache Economic Development Authority (EDA). Dempsey joined Apache Casino Hotel in 2012 as a bench technician and advanced through the organization, becoming Slot Technician Supervisor in 2017, Operations Manager in 2018 and Slots Director in 2019, overseeing the department’s operations. “During his tenure at the Apache Casino Hotel, James has demonstrated strong leadership, a deep understanding of casino operations and a commitment to the tribe’s culture, values and vision,” said Rjay Brunkow, CEO of the EDA.