(Carson City, NV) – Governor Jim Gibbons today announced the appointment of five members to the Nevada Commission on Tourism, the panel responsible for marketing and promoting Nevada as a tourism and travel destination.

“Each of these people has demonstrated a commitment to Nevada, both by investing in the state’s tourism infrastructure and through a personal dedication to making this state a better place,” the Governor said. “I’m excited each has agreed to serve the state and promote tourism during such a crucial time for Nevada.”

The appointees include:

• Eric Bello, Vice President of Sales at the Las Vegas Sands Corporation in Las Vegas

• Cindy L. Carano, Executive Director of Hotel Operations at the Eldorado Hotel Casino in Reno

• Blaise Carrig, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Heavenly Mountain Resort in South Lake Tahoe

• Bruce Dewing, President and General Manager of AWI Gaming – Sturgeons Inn & Casino in Lovelock

• Ryan Sheltra, General Manager of the Bonanza Casino in Reno

Lieutenant Governor Brian Krolicki, who chairs the commission, said the new additions are proven leaders in the travel and tourism industry in Nevada who will be valuable additions to the commission.

“Nevada has everything a person could want in a travel destination, from the ski slopes of Lake Tahoe to the glitz and glamour of the Las Vegas Strip to the scenic beauty of the Ruby Mountains in northeastern Nevada,” Krolicki said. “These people represent that broad view of Nevada as a destination, and I’m sure we’ll do great work together bringing more people to the Silver State.”