Visit Reno Tahoe welcomes two sales leaders back to the organization. Amanda Flangas named Executive Director of Sales; Charles Mullins joins as Regional Director of Convention Sales RENO, Nev. - The Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA), also known as Visit Reno Tahoe, has welcomed Amanda Flangas and Charles Mullins back to the organization in leadership roles supporting convention and group sales. Flangas has been named Executive Director of Sales, bringing more than 30 years of experience in sales, hospitality, gaming, and business development. Her expertise includes strategic partnerships, convention and group sales, and client relationship management. Flangas returns to Visit Reno Tahoe after serving as Vice President of Sales at Nugget Casino Resort and Executive Director of Sales at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. In her new role, she leads sales initiatives that position Reno Tahoe as a premier destination for meetings, conventions, and events while supporting the organization's mission to grow the region's visitor economy. Mullins joins Visit Reno Tahoe as Regional Director of Convention Sales, focusing on Northern Nevada, Northern California, and the Pacific Northwest. He brings more than 25 years of experience driving revenue growth and developing strategic partnerships within the hospitality and meetings industry. Mullins previously secured convention and group business for Caesars Entertainment and most recently served as National Sales Assistant Director at Disney Meetings & Events. In his new role, he will develop client relationships and secure group business for Reno Tahoe and RSCVA-owned venues. "Amanda and Charles bring extensive industry experience, strong relationships and a deep understanding of what makes Reno Tahoe an exceptional meetings destination," said Mike Larragueta, President and CEO of Visit Reno Tahoe. "We are pleased to welcome them back to the organization and look forward to the leadership and expertise they will bring to our sales efforts." About Visit Reno Tahoe Reno Tahoe is a dynamic, four-season resort destination in a spectacular natural setting - where America's largest alpine lake meets "The Biggest Little City in the World." Here, genuine Western heritage and hospitality are served up alongside a region in the midst of an exciting transformation, offering travelers world-class attractions, outdoor adventure and an annual calendar of cultural, culinary and sporting events. Reno Tahoe is marketed by the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (Visit Reno Tahoe), an organization established in 1959 to promote convention and tourism business in Washoe County, which includes Reno, Sparks and North Lake Tahoe. For more information, go to www.VisitRenoTahoe.com.

Atlantis earns national recognition with multiple Hermes Creative and Viddy Awards for "once Is All It Takes" Brand campaign. RENO, Nev., June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Atlantis Casino Resort Spa has received multiple prestigious national honors from the Hermes Creative Awards and Viddy Awards for its 2025 integrated brand campaign, "Once Is All It Takes," recognizing excellence in branding, advertising, digital marketing, and creative communications. Administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP), the Hermes Creative Awards and Viddy Awards are among the industry's most respected international competitions, recognizing outstanding achievement in marketing, communications, advertising, branding, and video production. Each year, entries are submitted by corporations, agencies, media organizations, and creative professionals from around the world. The Atlantis "Once Is All It Takes" campaign earned the following awards: Hermes Creative Awards - Platinum * Design & Brand Identity | Branding Refresh / Rebrand * Advertising & Promotion | Outdoor / Out-of-Home Advertising * Strategic & Integrated Campaigns | Advertising Campaign * Strategic & Integrated Campaigns | Branding Campaign * Strategic & Integrated Campaigns | Digital Marketing Campaign * Strategic & Integrated Campaigns | Social Marketing Campaign * Advertising & Promotion | Advertising Campaign * Creative Design Advertising & Promotion | Advertising Campaign * Digital Advertising & Promotion | Digital Advertising Campaign Viddy Awards * Non-Broadcast Marketing / Advertising Campaigns - Branding Campaign * Non-Broadcast Marketing / Advertising Campaigns - Digital Advertising Campaign * Non-Broadcast Marketing / Advertising Campaigns - Digital Marketing Campaign Launched in 2025, the "Once Is All It Takes" campaign was designed to capture the essence of the Atlantis experience and reinforce the resort's position as Northern Nevada's premier integrated resort destination. The campaign highlighted Atlantis' award-winning accommodations, gaming, dining, entertainment, spa experiences, and guest service through a comprehensive mix of television, digital media, social media, outdoor advertising, website content, and on-property creative. The campaign's central message reflects the belief that one visit is all it takes for guests to discover what makes Atlantis unique and why so many visitors return year after year. These national awards recognize the creativity, strategic execution, and effectiveness of the campaign while further strengthening Atlantis' reputation as one of the region's leading hospitality and gaming destinations. About Atlantis Casino Resort Spa Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, owned and operated by Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. (Nasdaq: MCRI), is the #1 Reno Hotel by U.S. News & World Report and consistently ranked the #1 Reno resort on TripAdvisor. It is also a recipient of the prestigious AAA Four Diamond designation and is recommended by Forbes Travel Guide. Nestled at the base of the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range, the Atlantis is conveniently close to Lake Tahoe, breathtaking hiking trails, world-class skiing, and a host of premier golf courses. The Atlantis is recognized for its luxurious accommodations, award-winning outlets including Reno's only Forbes Four-Star restaurant and Forbes Four-Star spa, captivating bars and lounges and casino-wide action. For more information, visit www.atlantiscasino.com.