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WONDR NATION Launches Managed Services with Foxwoods' Newly Relaunched FoxPlay Social Casino

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WONDR NATION , the online gaming entertainment company from the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, today announced the launch of professional managed services with the relaunch and rebrand of FoxPlay Social Casino, Foxwoods Resort Casino's free-to-play social casino experience.

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  • MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WONDR NATION , the online gaming entertainment company from the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, today announced the launch of professional managed services with the relaunch and rebrand of FoxPlay Social Casino, Foxwoods Resort Casino's free-to-play social casino experience.
  • WONDR NATION, in partnership with Ruby Seven Studios, a top-ranking social casino gaming company, will manage FoxPlay to maximize revenue and player engagement, ensuring Foxwoods' guests have access to the highest quality gaming experiences and exceptional social casino offerings.
  • "Alongside our selected partner, we designed FoxPlay Social Casino to provide the excitement, entertainment and engagement that social casino players are looking for.
  • From social casino platforms, like FoxPlay Social Casino, to real money gaming services, WONDR NATION's profit and engagement-maximizing managed services include iGaming implementation, social casino management, marketing & digital strategy, marketing operations, website & mobile app development & management and more.

WWC Global Acquired by Command Holdings, a Pequot Company

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Friday, August 5, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WWC Global, a federally focused consulting firm, was acquired by Command Holdings, a holding company owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, to function as a scalable infrastructure for the entity. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WWC Global, a federally focused consulting firm, was acquired by Command Holdings, a holding company owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, to function as a scalable infrastructure for the entity.
  • Lauren Weiner, Donna Huneycutt, and Heidi Snell, the principals of WWC Global, joined Command Holdings as members of the executive team.
  • WWC Global will increase Command Holdings reach to now include over 400 employees in seventeen time zones.
  • Command Holdings is a federally chartered Section 17 holding company owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation.

Introducing WONDR NATION: The New Online Gaming Entertainment Company Leveling the Playing Field

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

MASHANTUCKET, Conn., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation announced the official launch of WONDR NATION®. Formerly Mashantucket Pequot Interactive, WONDR NATION is the Tribe's newest venture - an online gaming entertainment company focused on partnering with best-in-class gaming platforms and using emerging technologies and trends to create new and exciting experiences for players. WONDR NATION will focus on expanding the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation's digital footprint while continuing to partner with other Native American tribes and technology companies to create engaging and unique experiences for players.

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  • Formerly Mashantucket Pequot Interactive, WONDR NATION is the Tribe's newest venture - an online gaming entertainment company focused on partnering with best-in-class gaming platforms and using emerging technologies and trends to create new and exciting experiences for players.
  • Award-winning industry veteran Anika Howard will serve as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer and President of WONDR NATION.
  • "With WONDR NATION, we hope to bring a fresh approach to what's next for the gaming industry."
  • WONDR NATION is an online gaming entertainment company focused on partnering with best-in-class gaming platforms and using emerging technologies and trends to create new and exciting experiences for players.

DraftKings, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods Resort Casino to Expand Relationship, Paving the Way to Bring DraftKings Sportsbook to Puerto Rico

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Monday, April 4, 2022

In January 2021, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods announced plans to reopen the iconic El San Juan Casino as the Foxwoods El San Juan Casino.

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  • In January 2021, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods announced plans to reopen the iconic El San Juan Casino as the Foxwoods El San Juan Casino.
  • DraftKings, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and Foxwoods take responsible gaming seriously.
  • For a detailed look at Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation visit Foxwoods.com .
  • The Mashantucket (Western) Pequot Tribal Nation is a federally recognized Indian tribe located at one of America's oldest Indian reservations, Mashantucket, inSoutheastern Connecticut.

FOXWOODS® RESORT CASINO CONTINUES 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WITH LATEST RENOVATION PROJECTS AND OPENINGS

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

MASHANTUCKET, Conn., March 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Foxwoods Resort Casino – the largest premier resort casino in the Northeast – announces another round of exciting renovation projects on the heels of last month's pivotal 30th Anniversary. These new plans include the opening of a Sushi By Bou restaurant and one-of-a-kind sushi suite, the re-opening of Wingstop, a new VIP Players Lounge located in the former Veranda Café, CardVault, an unparalleled retail experience for sports cards and collectibles, and an expansive employee only food court.

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  • MASHANTUCKET, Conn., March 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Foxwoods Resort Casino the largest premier resort casino in the Northeast announces another round of exciting renovation projects on the heels of last month's pivotal 30th Anniversary.
  • A destination for all, Foxwoods Resort Casino is a place where millions have celebrated life's big and small moments.
  • These new openings and renovation projects aim to enhance the overall guest and workplace experience, showcasing that the resort continues to get better every year.
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino truly is The Wonder Of It All, providing a personalized and exciting escape for everyone.

FOXWOODS® RESORT CASINO CELEBRATES ITS 30th ANNIVERSARY

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the largest premiere resort casino in the Northeast Foxwoods Resort Casino kicks off their 30th anniversary with an impressive line-up of announcements including a new partnership, property expansion plans, and many exciting initiatives happening on property for guests.

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  • MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the largest premiere resort casino in the Northeast Foxwoods Resort Casino kicks off their 30th anniversary with an impressive line-up of announcements including a new partnership, property expansion plans, and many exciting initiatives happening on property for guests.
  • Foxwoods' 30th Anniversary announcements include:
    The addition of Great Wolf Lodge at Mashantucket: Industry leading family indoor water park resort
    "This year marks an incredible milestone for Foxwoods and the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe.
  • As part of the continued 30th anniversary celebrations, Foxwoods will be donating $30,000 each month to organizations that mirror Foxwoods' values through the end of 2022.
  • Today, the Tribe owns and operates one of the largest Integrated Resort Casino destinations in North America, Foxwoods Resort Casino , along with a variety of complementary businesses including a world-class golf course , luxury spa , Pequot Pharmaceutical Network , and Pequot Plus Health Benefit Services .

FOXWOODS RESORT CASINO ANNOUNCES $30.5M IN SLOT REVENUE FOR DECEMBER 2021, CONTRIBUTES $7.6M TO THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Foxwoods Resort Casino is reporting slot revenue of $30.5 million for the month of December 2021.

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  • MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Foxwoods Resort Casino is reporting slot revenue of $30.5 million for the month of December 2021.
  • This results in a $7.6 million direct payment to the State of Connecticut in accordance with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation's long-standing slot revenue contribution agreement.
  • Since 1993, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation has deposited over $4.4 billion of Foxwoods' slot revenue directly into the state's budget fund.
  • Foxwoods also celebrated the holiday season all month long with a variety of festive activities across the resort.

Foxwoods El San Juan Casino Opens at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

With no passport required for U.S. travelers, Foxwoods El San Juan Casino and the amenities of Fairmont El San Juan Hotel make for a perfect holiday destination.

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  • With no passport required for U.S. travelers, Foxwoods El San Juan Casino and the amenities of Fairmont El San Juan Hotel make for a perfect holiday destination.
  • Levene, Managing Director/GM of Foxwoods El San Juan Casino.
  • After a lot of work, today I am pleased to be present to formalize the opening of Foxwoods El San Juan Casino, said Governor Pierluisi.
  • www.liongrove.com
    Where lively urban vibes and peaceful ocean views meet, you will find the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel.

Foxwoods and DraftKings Launch Online Sports Betting and iGaming in Connecticut

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

BOSTON, Oct. 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, Foxwoods Resort Casino and DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced that online and mobile sports betting and online casino launched in Connecticut at 6:00 A.M.

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  • BOSTON, Oct. 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, Foxwoods Resort Casino and DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced that online and mobile sports betting and online casino launched in Connecticut at 6:00 A.M.
  • ET today to officially kickoff and welcome online sports betting and iGaming across the state.
  • Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Chairman, Rodney Butler, and DraftKings President, North America and co-founder, Matt Kalish, will be addressing media.
  • The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, Foxwoods and DraftKings take responsible gaming seriously.

Retail Sports Betting Begins September 30 with Foxwoods Resort Casino and DraftKings

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

MASHANTUCKET, Conn.andBOSTON, Sept. 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announce retail sports betting in Connecticut will begin on September 30 at Foxwoods Resort Casino.

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  • MASHANTUCKET, Conn.andBOSTON, Sept. 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation and DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announce retail sports betting in Connecticut will begin on September 30 at Foxwoods Resort Casino.
  • Players will be able to place bets at the temporary DraftKings Sportsbook at Foxwoods located at the Ultimate Race Book in Rainmaker Casino in addition to betting kiosks located across the resort.
  • In the coming weeks, DraftKings and Foxwoods will announce the opening of their permanent retail sportsbook, currently in the final stages of construction.
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino truly is The Wonder Of It All, providing a personalized and exciting escape for everyone.