Madajimo_03.18.2016

THE MADAJIMO
Published for Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures Associates
Grand Casino Mille Lacs Edition
March 18, 2016
Mille Lacs Polar Plungers Raise More Than $42,000
This past weekend the fifth annual Lake Mille Lacs Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Minnesota was held at Eddy’s
Resort. Given the unseasonable weather and ice conditions, organizers were still able to get more than 250 plungers through.
On March 4, Joe Nayquonabe and Tracy Sam also braved the waters of Lake Calhoun in Minneapolis for the Executive
Challenge. Grand Casino was the major sponsor of this event which involved other top executives in the state taking the
plunge. In total, this event raised more than $200,000 this year.
This year’s involvement reached new heights. Below are the details of what Grand Casino’s sponsorship brought the
organization this year:
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$42,000 – raised by plungers and donors at the Mille Lacs Plunge
$3,427 – raised by Grand Casino and MLCV Associates during the popular Denim Days promotion
$10,000 – donated by MLCV
$5,373 – raised by Joe Nayquonabe and Tracy Sam to bring to the Executive Plunge
In total, Grand Casino Mille Lacs’ sponsorship and MLCV’s involvement raised $60,800 for the organization.
Since the first Mille Lacs plunge in 2012, more than $223,000 has been raised from this plunge alone with nearly 1,200
people plunging into Mille Lacs Lake – all for a great cause.
Other Polar Plunge events throughout the week included Team Concotions wing sale in the former Woodlands Restaurant
and the Too Chicken to Plunge at Eddy's. The F&B team would like to thank everyone for their support. Miigwech to all of
the plungers who raised money, to all the supporters who donated money and for the help of local law enforcement (Mille
Lacs Band Tribal Police, Mille Lacs Band DNR, Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s department, Mille Lacs County Search and
Rescue, and Mille Lacs Health System Ambulance).
In This Issue...
Associate Interest
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Events & Promotions
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Associate News
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Service Recognition
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Learning & Development
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ASSOCIATE INTEREST
Welcome New Associates
Sandra
Charles
Anderson
Buxton
Grand Rewards Rep
Bingo Attendant
Cally
Gregoire
Snack Bar Associate
Jason
Brian
Ryan
Skyler
George
Herrmann
Hoffman
Houle
Kohlgraf
Mattson Jr.
Network Engineer
Restaurant Line Cook
ADR Line Cook
Eddy's Guest Service Rep
Security Officer
Stewart
Nickaboine
Hotel Room Attendant
PTO DONATION DRIVE FOR
Nancy Willis
PTO DONATION DRIVE FOR
Craig Nass
Craig Nass, Projects Coordinator for Grand Casino Mille Lacs
since July 2007, has been out of work and will be looking
at several more weeks of time missed in the upcoming
months. He has exhausted most of his PTO and will be
facing many large medical expenses.
We are collecting PTO donations to help Craig this week!
Any PTO donation would be greatly appreciated!
If interested in donating PTO, please contact Nicole Mitchell
extension 8844 or Jessica Spicer extension 8130.
Nancy Willis, Environmental Service Engineer for Grand
Casino Mille Lacs since August 1998, has been out of work
for the past few weeks and will be looking at more time
missed in the upcoming months. She has exhausted most
of her PTO and will be facing many large medical expenses.
We are collecting PTO donations to help Nancy this week
and next! Any PTO donation would be greatly appreciated!
If interested in donating PTO, please contact Nicole Mitchell
extension 8844 or Jessica Spicer extension 8130.
PTO DONATION DRIVE FOR
Judith Vangeest
Mille Lacs Safety Committee and Safety
Sammy Present This Week's Puzzle and Article
"15 Spring Home Maintenance Tips"!
The article for this week is entitled “15
Spring Home Maintenance Tips.” Please
remember to pick up both your copy of
this article along with the word search
puzzle, at the Communication Center,
starting Friday, March 18th. After
reading the article and completing
the puzzles, make sure to drop your
completed puzzle in Box #3 at the Communication Center
by Wednesday, March 23rd at 10 am to be entered in this
week’s drawing for a great prize. Note, there’s also an article
on “What You Need to Know About Pesticides,” don’t forget
to take one and read it.
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Judith Vangeest, PBX Operator for Grand Casino Mille Lacs
since April of 1993, has been out of work for the past few
weeks and will be looking for more time missed inthe
upcoming months. She has exhausted most of her PTO and
will be facing many large medical expenses.
We are collecting PTO donations to help Judy this week and
next! Any PTO donation would be greatly appreciated!
If interested in donating PTO, please contact Nicole Mitchell
extension 8844 or Jessica Spicer extension 8130.
EVENTS & PROMOTIONS
Upcoming Concerts
Date & Time
Performer
Ticket Prices
Saturday, March 26 - 7 pm
Oak Ridge Boys (Country)
$30, $45
Saturday, April 16 - 8 pm
Kevin Nealon & Norm MacDonald (Comedy)
$25, $35
Friday, April 22 - 7 pm
Starship featuring Mickey Thomas
$20, $25
Upcoming Promotions
Fri, March 18
Electic Skillet
Giveaway
(60 points)
Sat, March 19
Bonus Cash/
Grand Play
(kiosk)
Sun, March 20
Bonus Grand
Play
(kiosk)
Mon, March 21
Bonus Grand
Play Plus
(kiosk)
Free Pull Tabs
(kiosk)
Lift Bridge Beer Pairing Dinner
Tues, March 22
Hidden
Treasures
(kiosk)
Wed, March 23
Bonus Cash/
Grand Play
(kiosk)
Senior Tuesdays
Grand Giving
Food Drive
Thurs, March 24
Ham & Pie
Giveaway
(Ham 40 points)
(Pie 20 points)
Showtimes for
March 18 - March 24
Wednesday, March 23 at 6:30 pm
Eddy's Launch Bar and Grill
$35 per person
Eddie the Eagle – Rated PG13 ● 106 minutes
Weekdays: 5:10 / 7:10 / 9:10
Saturday – Sunday: 1:10 / 3:10 / 5:10 / 7:10 / 9:10
Join the Launch Bar & Grill as our chef teams, with Lift Bridge
Brewing Co., to host a five-course beer pairing dinner. Lift
Bridge is going to have their barrel aged milk stout for
sampling at the beginning of the event. Space is limited.
10 Cloverfield Lane– Rated PG13 ● 105 minutes
Weekdays: 5:00 / 7:00 / 9:00
Saturday – Sunday: 1:00 / 3:00 / 5:00 / 7:00 / 9:00
Menu
Amuse Bouche with "Farm Girl"
Sour dough bread stuffed with duck pastrami, house
fermented kraut, and Russian dressing.
Course One with "Getaway"
Clam/Mussel Chowder
Course Two with "Hop Dish"
Colcannon Salad
Course Three with "Chestnut Brown Ale"
Lamb with oat soubise: rapini souffle, pickled
onion, and king oyster mushroom.
Course Four with "Warden"
Stout Cake
Make reservations by calling 800-657-4704. For more
information, visit: www.eddysresort.com.
Allegiant – Rated PG 13 ● 122 minutes
Weekdays: 5:00 / 7:00 / 9:00
Saturday – Sunday: 1:00 / 3:00 / 5:00 / 7:00 / 9:00
Zootopia – Rated PG ● 108 minutes Weekdays: 5:15 (3D) / 7:15 / 9:15
Saturday- Sunday: 1:15 / 3:15 / 5:15 (3D) / 7:15 / 9:15
Ticket Prices
$8.50 Adults
$6.50 Children under 12 (Under 2 Free)
$6.50 Matinee (shows starting before 6:00 pm)
$6.50 Senior Citizens (55 and over)
$2.50 Surcharge for all 3D movie showings
$5.00 Tuesdays
Movie Hotline: 320-532-3923
www.GrandMakwaCinema.com
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ASSOCIATE NEWS
Prime Time Coming April 2016!
Please plan to attend one of the following meetings.
Session Times are as follows at Grand
Casino Mille Lacs Convention Center:
Tuesday,
April 5, 2016
9:15 am*
10:15 am
3:15 pm
4:15 pm
6:15 pm
Wednesday,
April 6, 2016
7:15 am
8:15 am
1:15 pm
2:15 pm
During PrimeTime, you will hear Company
updates,information on upcoming projects,
and future goals that we’re excited to share
with you! Joe Nayquonabe will lead the
conversation and will answer any questions.
We look forward to seeing you there.
*Sign Language Interpreter will be present.
Congratulations to Annette Larsen
New Hotel Front Desk Supervisor
We are pleased to announce that Annette Larsen will be
joining the Hotel Front Desk Supervisory Team. Annette
has an impressive background in Guest Service and has
numerous years of supervisory experience. In this new role,
she will be working the swing/grave shift and fill in as the
night auditor. Annette has experience in the hotel with
working the VIP’s lounge, LMS, and Patron. Congratulate
Annette when you see her. She started her new position on
Tuesday, March 8th. We look forward to having her on our
management team as such an asset.
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Congratulations to Stefanie Morris
New Hotel Housekeeping Lead
Congratulations to Stefanie Morris on her recent
promotion to Hotel Housekeeping Lead. Stefanie has been
with Grand Casino Mille Lacs as a Hotel Room Attendant
for 1 1/2 years. Stefanie assumed her new position effective
Monday, February 29th. Please join us in congratulating
Stefanie when you see her on the casino floor.
ASSOCIATE NEWS
Parking Lot Etiquette
Use Turn Signals
Parking lots are not free reign when it comes to obeying traffic laws.
Blinkers should be used to show others the intended direction of your
vehicle no matter where you are. If you want to pull into an empty
spot, but there are cars behind you, put on your blinker. Not only does
it give direction as to where you want to go, but it also lets the people
behind you know what your intentions are, as well as any pedestrians
walking in the area.
Park Courteously
I think we’ve all been there when we leave the house a little later
than we wanted to and racing to the time clock becomes a challenge. This is the top reason we have issues with parking.
Plan ahead, be on time, and don’t rush into work. If you question whether or not you parked ok, chances are you didn’t. Take
the time to pull back and straighten out your vehicle. We’ve all seen drivers who have parked that should have been more
aware of the space they pulled into. Park in the center of the space to allow cars on both sides to park, and the drivers to get
out of their cars safely. We ask that you be aware of your vehicle and your
surroundings, and be respectful to your fellow Associates when parking.
Obey Speed Limits
Reminder! Slow down! The same rules apply in the parking lot as they do
on the roads. Most large parking lots have posted speed limit signs, but if
there isn’t one posted (like ours), keep it to 10 mph, maximum. Parking lots
are full of pedestrians and you should be on full alert no matter where you
are. Slow down and be aware of the many hazards of the parking lot to
reduce the risk of an accident.
Accidents
Again, please be respectful to your fellow Associates. If you cause damage to another vehicle for any reason (even if it’s a door
ding), do the right thing, and please report it to Security. Have your insurance information ready for them to record and/or
exchange that information with the other Associate if they are present. The laws do apply to our parking lot when it comes to
leaving a scene of an accident and remember, there are cameras out there!
From the Mille Lacs & Hinckley HR Risk and Safety Committee
Associate Gaming Notification
As you are likely aware, changes were made to Grand Casino policy allowing Associates to sign up for a Player’s Card.
Recently, Associates who have signed up for a Player’s Card were incorrectly sent notification of receiving virtual drawing
entries into the Payback Drawing scheduled for Thursday, March 31. Please disregard that notification as Associates are
prohibited from participating in public drawings and sweepstakes. Entries to the drawing will not be uploaded to Associate
accounts so as to prevent an Associate from being publicly called.
We are in the process of addressing changes to our marketing mailing process to avoid Associates receiving future offers for
which they are ineligible. In the meantime, we appreciate your understanding, and if you do receive an offer or mailing as
a Player’s Card holder we ask that you not participate in any drawing or sweepstakes promotions at Grand Casino. Also, to
clarify, Associates are not eligible to participate in pull tab promotions or cash or promotional product giveaways. There are
other HR and marketing sponsored promotions that address remaining promotional product. Notwithstanding, Associates
are eligible for point play, loyalty Gazette offers, as well as most other daily promotions, including bonus Grand Play and
kiosk promotions like Hidden Treasures.
Associates will receive mail notifications of those programs for which they have offers, as Associates will be included in the
same mail file as Guests. Offers will vary based on the average number of points earned on each gaming trip.
We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience incurred.
The getFIT Initiative Health Topics for the Month of March: Back Health
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Week of the 21st
Complete the getFIT puzzle and place in the HR Drop box in Slot #1 in the getFIT Communication Center by 8 am
on March 28th to be eligible for this month’s Health Topic drawing.
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Week of the 28th
Drawing winner announced
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SERVICE RECOGNITION
GuestNet Shout - Outs
Casino
Housekeeping:
One of your housekeeping staff, William, is just such an asset to GC. He always has a smile
and a kind word and cares that the area he is responsible for is well taken care of.
Grand Buffet:
I am a person with a disability. I was approached by Evan who could see I had trouble
walking and stopped to ask if I could use some assistance. He was so helpful helping me
and was so polite and kind. He also came back to check on me to see if I needed anything
else. Evan was wonderful and I can't compliment him enough. Thank you Evan, you made
my dinner very pleasant.
Hotel Front Desk:
Shelbie was great! She was very friendly and provided the best room.
Hotel Front Desk:
Jennifer was fantastic. She's helped us before and I really enjoy her.
Hotel Front Desk:
Gena was pleasant to deal with and very efficient as well.
Hotel Front Desk:
Blake did a very quick and efficient job of checking me into my hotel room. He was friendly
and answered all of my questions. Thank you!
Hotel Front Desk:
A big thank you to Venessa for one of the fastest check-in times I've ever experienced at
Grand Casino. After driving 200 miles, she was not only fast, but got me the exact room I
wanted on the main floor. Your desk service has become so much more efficient over the
past years.
Optum Informational Fair:
Tips for Healthy Eating
Thank You Projects Team
Thursday, March 31, 2016 from 6 am - 2 pm
Jukebox
As more people feel increased time constraints due
to work, family and other commitments, eating right
becomes more of a challenge. But it’s possible to meet
the demands of a busy life and still make healthy food
choices. Eating right will help you meet those demands.
This information fair contains articles to help the busiest of
people make healthy choices:
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Banquets would like to thank the projects team for painting
and installing shelves in the banquet storage room in the
Convention Center. Thank you!
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The pros and cons of caffeine
Healthy foods on a budget
Weight loss tips
Food planning for families
Tips for eating at restaurants
MEDICA®
WHIP
This Counts as (1) Company Choice
LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
To Find Purpose, Look Within
Every human being is worthy, simply because she or he
If your life has an important purpose, does that make
you a more valuable human being?
A strong sense of purpose is important - in fact it is vital
to fulfilling the promise of the potential that resides in
all of us.
Lou Tice felt a strong sense of purpose was so
important that he spent a fair amount of time in his
seminars and video programs urging others to develop
a sense of purpose. The challenge is in not making the
mistake of confusing purpose with worth, as many do
who are continually looking outside themselves to feel
worthy.
exists. And because we exist, we have opportunity in
every second of every day to find and fulfill the promise
of purpose. Look within to find your purpose and look
outside for ways to express it.
A sense of purpose will help you live a more satisfying
life, but always remember that you give meaning to
what you do - what you do does not give meaning to
you.
When you determine your personal worth by your job,
career, family, social position, income or appearance,
you create a dilemma for yourself. The dilemma is
that you must constantly work for approval, love,
acceptance and control in order to feel worthy.
If you lose your job, or your children grow up and
leave home, or you retire and begin to look and feel
older, you may find yourself feeling worthless or even
depressed. You can spend a lifetime looking outside
yourself to feel worthy. The truth is, all we really need to
do is look within.
For more articles from the Pacific Institute follow this link:
http://www.thepacificinstitute.com/articles
L&D On-line Resources
Upcoming in
Visit us on Sharepoint!
Learning & Development
All MLCV Associates Are Welcome
Stellar Service
Thursday, March 31
8 am - 12 pm
Participants develop skills for delivering friendly, attentive service that demonstrates interest
in and concern for the Guests on a human level. In addition, participants learn caring
responses and skills that communicate the Guest’s value to the Company.
Trilogy (3 Class Series)
Basic Principles
Listening in a Hectic World
Handling Emotions Under Pressure
Wednesday, April 6
1 pm - 5 pm
Wednesday, April 13
1 pm - 5 pm
Wednesday, April 20
1 pm - 5pm
Participants will learn how The Basic Principles create a collaborative climate where everyone
is able to cooperate, share ideas, and work togther for a common purpose. Participants
will learn four key actions to help them improve their listening effectiveness. In Handling
Emotions Under Pressure, participants will learn a process for handling emotions in daily work
situations.
9 am - 4 pm
Thought Patterns for High Performance Thursday, April 21
(2 Class Series)
Thursday, April 28
9 am - 4 pm
Focus on the power of self-efficacy – the ability to create and sustain internal success.
Facilitated discussions target organizational issues and guide participants to apply concepts
that address personal and organizational challenges. Participants gain the ability to change
the way they think, the ability to eliminate the stress of change and the ability to self-regulate
at ever higher levels of excellence.
Click here, or contact your supervisor or Tina Bartheidel (extension 4808) to register!
(Personal and Career Development Classes count as one WHIP choice)
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Birthdays
Anniversaries
March 18
March 18
Monica Egstad
Michelle Wild
March 19
March 19
Jamie Short
Kent Proctor
Duane Hiemenz
Sheila Fisher
Robert Nelson
Theresa Novotny
Jordan Engel
Bradley Essman
24 years
March 21
Karen Gudridge
Charles Yeary
James Korte
Cheryl Whyte
March 21
Elaine Hanson
March 22
Randy Johnson
John Stubbs
Dale Shipman
Melinda Lange
Christine Warner
March 23
Jacob Hanson
Darold Wodarz
Kimberly Freetly
Kimberly Mortenson
Dale Shipman
Tyler Trenda
Friday, March 18
Shrimp and Fries
Saturday, March 19
Sloppy Joes, Potato Salad or Chips with Beans
12 years
12 years
12 years
6 years
6 years
Tuesday, March 22
Pasta Bar, Salad, Breadstick
18 years
1 year
1 year
1 year
1 year
March 24
Cara Smude
Amber Lee
Gene Banks
Rebecca Howard
Debra Smith
Laura Lisdahl
Clara Zollner
Daily Specials for
March 18 - 25
Sunday, March 20
Hot Beef Sandwich, Gravy, Veggie
March 23
Ruth Virnig
Dominique Salvog
Brittany Bement
Geraldine Renner
Ariel Sutton
MENU
11 years
11 years
5 years
5 years
March 22
Eileen Grimes
Robin Janowiak
Hannah Huff
David Smith Jr.
Cindy Bostrom
Perry Olson Zierke
Melvin Sutton
Dale Snell
Donald Graves
Chris Cornelius
Sarah Orr
Judith Thoennes
Bonnie Thomas
25 years
4 years
March 20
March 20
March 24
20 years
JUKEBOX
13 years
13 years
8 years
8 years
3 years
2 years
2 years
Grand Market March Special
Monday, March 21
Cold Plate with Fruit
Wednesday, March 23
Tacos, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans
Thursday, March 24
Sweet and Sour Chicken, Brown Rice, Egg Roll, Fortune
Cookie
Friday, March 25
Chicken or Salmon Caesar Salad and Breadstick Get Fit $1.75
Burger of the Week: Breakfast Night: Mushroom Swiss
Wednesday, 4 pm - 9 pm
Ojibwe Word of the Week
noon goom = today
pronunciation (noom goom)
$1.00 Of Any Lunch Special in the Deli
Associates must show ID badge at checkout.
“The only difference between a good
day and a bad day is your attitude.
The choice is always yours.”
– Dennis Brown
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the Associate entrance by Tuesday of the week you would like the item included.