Turning Stone Enterprises
Ryan Riggs has a diverse work experience in the retail and food service industries. Ryan currently holds the position of VP for Retail at Turning Stone Enterprises & Verona Collective, LLC since October 2023. Prior to that, they served as the Chief Operations Officer at Ethos Cannabis, where they focused on promoting the informed use of cannabis for improving people's well-being from 2021 to 2023. Ryan also held positions such as Senior Director-Food Services at Murphy USA from 2020 to 2021, SVP - Retail Operations at Global Partners LP from 2018 to 2020, and Director of Food & Beverage Operations at Sheetz from 2013 to 2018. Before entering the retail industry, Ryan Riggs held positions at Kronos Gyros & Cafe, Rare Hospitality, and Waffle House, where they demonstrated their expertise in managing and growing business units and leading teams.
Ryan Riggs has an MBA degree in Management Strategy, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, International Business, and Organizational Leadership from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management. Prior to that, they obtained a BS degree in International Affairs from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Turning Stone Enterprises
Turning Stone Enterprises is the parent organization for all business operations of the Oneida Indian Nation. One of the largest employers in Central New York, Turning Stone Enterprises’ portfolio of hospitality, gaming and recreational destinations includes Turning Stone Resort Casino, YBR Casino & Sports Book, Point Place Casino, The Lake House at Sylvan Beach, The Cove at Sylvan Beach, Maple Leaf Market and SavOn convenience stores, an RV park, two marinas, a hunting preserve and salmon-fishing destination and Wáhta’ Maple Farm. Collectively, these properties offer guests from across the region and around the world five award-winning hotels, nearly 30 signature restaurants and dining venues, two spas, five golf courses, Las Vegas-style casino gaming, a state-of-the-art sports betting lounge, two concert venues and several nightlife venues.