Michigan Gaming Control Board Pronounces Reappointment of Mark Evenson to Board

DETROIT, April 3, 2026 — The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) introduced the reappointment of Mark Evenson, of South Lyon, to the Board for a time period commencing January 1, 2027, and expiring December 31, 2030, by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Evenson presently serves because the chief monetary officer of Diversified Members Credit Union. He beforehand served as chief monetary officer at Cornerstone Community Financial and has a robust document of civic engagement, together with service on the board of administrators of the Plymouth Chamber of Commerce and as vice chair of the Novi Educational Foundation Board.

Evenson holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus in administration from Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Science in company finance from Walsh College.

“We are pleased that Mark will continue on the Board for another term,” stated Henry Williams, Executive Director of the Michigan Gaming Control Board. “His financial expertise and deep commitment to public service make him an invaluable asset to our work. We look forward to continuing to benefit from his leadership and counsel as we carry out the mission to ensure fair and honest gaming across Michigan.”

The MGCB is accountable for implementing, administering, and implementing the provisions of the legislation associated to the licensure, regulation, and operations of the three licensed Detroit casinos — MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown. The company additionally licenses and regulates web gaming, web sports activities betting, and fantasy contests; oversees pari-mutuel horse racing and casino-style charitable gaming (millionaire events); and audits tribal gaming compact agreements for the state’s 12 federally acknowledged tribes.

The Board is comprised of 5 Michigan residents appointed by the Governor, with one member designated by the Governor because the chairperson. Under the Michigan Gaming Control & Revenue Act, not more than three members could belong to the identical political get together.

Three Board members are required to be in attendance and current at conferences with the intention to kind a quorum to conduct common enterprise. The subsequent assembly will happen at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 14 at Cadillac Place in Detroit.

Initially appointed by Gov. Whitmer on Sept. 10, 2024, Evenson will proceed to function an MGCB Board Member alongside present Board members Deidre Lambert-Bounds, Andrew T. Palms, Joni M. Thrower Davis, and Board Chair Jim Ananich. His reappointment is topic to the recommendation and consent of the Michigan Senate.

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The Michigan Gaming Control Board shall make sure the conduct of truthful and trustworthy gaming to guard the pursuits of the residents of the state of Michigan. Learn extra at Michigan.gov/MGCB.