Title: Chief Operating Officer
Company: Engaged Nation
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Michael Paulos, Chief Operating Officer at Engaged Nation, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements and leadership in the Casino Industry.
Mr. Paulos has dedicated nearly two decades to the casino industry, a field deeply rooted in his family history. Since 2016, he has excelled as the chief operating officer at Engaged Nation, managing daily operations, providing strategic leadership and overseeing all departments. Working closely with the chief executive officer, Mr. Paulos has been instrumental in tracking key performance indicators to identify and address areas of performance improvement.
Owned by Mr. Paulos’s father, Bill Paulos, who also serves as the company’s founder, is a pioneer in the gaming sector. Inspiring him to pursue a career in this dynamic industry, Mr. Paulos continues to make significant strides in this sector, with reasonable goals to continue Engaged Nation’s revenue growth year over year. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, Engaged National focuses on advanced digital engagement strategies that produce innovative web-based gamified marketing solutions for casino marketers.
In addition to his contributions to Engaged Nation, Mr. Paulos has served as a founding partner at Forever Four Capital LLC since 2017. Also based in Las Vegas, he has spent nearly a decade managing its operations.
Mr. Paulos began his professional journey as an application support specialist at Cannery Casino Resorts from 2007 to 2010. He then advanced to the role of business analyst within the organization until 2012. Mr. Paulos’s expertise grew as he transitioned to VizExplorer (now Quick Custom Intelligence), where he served as a senior industry specialist between 2012 and 2015 and later as the director of business development until 2016.
Mr. Paulos’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in casino management with a minor in physical education from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in 2006. Initially influenced by his aspiration to become a basketball coach, he ultimately pivoted due to his passion for technology, leading him to where he is today.
Aside from his primary work endeavors, Mr. Paulos’s contributions extend to speaking engagements at conferences where he shares insights into the gaming industry. In addition to these activities, he is actively involved in civic initiatives. He volunteers for basketball activities and name, image and likeness fundraising for the NCAA and supports the UNLV basketball program as a booster.
Throughout his career, Mr. Paulos has distinguished himself through his commitment to problem-solving and compassion towards customers. He prioritizes empowering individuals within their departments and emphasizes collaboration with other vendors to enhance customer experiences. Among his notable achievements, Mr. Paulos closed over $50 million in deals at his previous company. He also streamlined operations at Engaged Nation to enhance profitability and cloud infrastructure.
Eager for the future, Mr. Paulos aims to expand his business ventures and increase community involvement through meaningful contributions while serving as a mentor and servant leader. His dedication to treating others with fairness and compassion is central to his professional philosophy. Mr. Paulos hopes to be remembered for his loyalty and commitment to helping others succeed in their careers while continually fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation within the casino industry.
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