Political Quotes

“I rise to honor Phil and Jennifer Satre, who have spent more than 35 years as dedicated stewards of their community and champions for education. These college sweethearts are model parents, grandparents, philanthropists, and business and community leaders in northern Nevada. I am pleased that KNBP Public Broadcasting is recognizing the Satres with a special honor at the 15th Annual Aged to Perfection Tribute Dinner. Phil Satre's work in Nevada began in 1975 with the local law firm Vargas & Barlett in Reno. Five years later, Phil started his career with Harrah's Entertainment, where he held various positions, including chairman and CEO, until his retirement in 2005. Phil was named Best Chief Executive in the Casino and Hotel Industries by the Wall Street Journal and was inducted into the Gaming Hall of Fame by the American Gaming Association, just two of his many outstanding honors and awards. Although Phil is retired, he remains active in the community, serving on boards such as the National World War II Museum and the National Center for Responsible Gaming, NCRG. Jennifer Satre was the cofounder of the Satre Family Fund at the Community Foundation of Western Nevada. She has served the State on multiple boards, including the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation, where she was a board trustee from 2001 to 2006, board chair in 2006, and became a trustee emerita in 2007.…”