Draft:Stephen Alan Crystal
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| Submission declined on 7 January 2025 by Greenman (talk). This submission is not adequately supported by reliable sources. Reliable sources are required so that information can be verified. If you need help with referencing, please see Referencing for beginners and Citing sources. Declined by Greenman 6 days ago. | |
| Submission declined on 25 December 2024 by SafariScribe (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by SafariScribe 19 days ago. | |
| Submission declined on 19 December 2024 by Ibjaja055 (talk). This submission is not adequately supported by reliable sources. Reliable sources are required so that information can be verified. If you need help with referencing, please see Referencing for beginners and Citing sources. This submission does not appear to be written in the formal tone expected of an encyclopedia article. Entries should be written from a neutral point of view, and should refer to a range of independent, reliable, published sources. Please rewrite your submission in a more encyclopedic format. Please make sure to avoid peacock terms that promote the subject. Declined by Ibjaja055 25 days ago. | |
Comment: I'm inclined to agree that for WP:BIO, there still is just not enough sourcing about Crystal as the subject of the coverage, although concede that as a legislator it is likely there is such coverage. Merely providing secondary sources about Crystal's involvement in various business dealings and acquisitions is not in itself demonstrating he himself is notable. ＶＲＸＣＥＳ (talk) 07:43, 8 January 2025 (UTC)
- Comment: Would be notable as a subnational politician as a member of the NH House of Representatives, despite that being a low bar for entry. That being said, the past peacock issues make me hesitant. The Foster's Daily Democrat is a reliable source, the Dartmouth Alumni magazine is marginal. Bkissin (talk) 18:23, 7 January 2025 (UTC)
- Comment: See WP:BLP. Statements, starting with the date of birth, need to be sourced or removed. Greenman (talk) 15:23, 7 January 2025 (UTC)
- Comment: Avoid using WP:PEACOCK terms while writing drafts. Safari ScribeEdits! Talk! 23:26, 25 December 2024 (UTC)
Stephen Alan Crystal | |
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| Education | Dartmouth College American University (JD) |
| Occupation(s) | CEO of SCCG Management Co-founder of Barrick Gaming Corporation Attorney |
Stephen Alan Crystal is an American former politician, attorney, businessman, and advisor in the global gambling industry. He has been involved in various roles, including co-founding Barrick Gaming Corporation, which owned multiple hotel-casinos in downtown Las Vegas.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Stephen Crystal earned his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College in 1987 and his Juris Doctor from American University in 1992.
Political career
[edit]In 1986, Crystal became a State Representatives in New Hampshire, representing Hanover. During his tenure, he served on the state’s Energy Committee and authored legislation[2], including the Aid to Blind Act and Motor Voter. Crystal later contributed to local, state, and national political campaigns, working with figures such as Michael Dukakis, Gary Hart, and Bill Clinton.
Professional career
[edit]Crystal began his legal career as a land-use attorney in Kansas City, Missouri, representing Las Vegas-based gaming companies in riverboat development projects. He subsequently joined the law firm Armstrong Teasdale, where he worked for 12 years, specializing in gaming law and project development. Crystal advised municipalities and private entities on regulatory and development matters.[3]
In 2004, Crystal co-founded Barrick Gaming Corporation, acquiring multiple hotel casinos in downtown Las Vegas, including properties such as the Gold Spike, Plaza, Las Vegas Club, and The Western. [4] [5] Afterward, he shifted his focus to investments in gaming technology, working with companies such as DigiDeal Corporation and Tablemax, Inc. He also served as CEO and Chairman of Tablemax, Inc. from 2005 to 2009.
Crystal founded SCCG Management, which operates in the iGaming, sports wagering[6], tribal gaming, and entertainment sectors.[7]
References
[edit]- ^ "Play Globally Inc. Welcomes Stephen Crystal to its Advisory Board and Partners with SCCG Management". Gaming and Gambling Industry in the Americas. May 20, 2022. Retrieved December 18, 2024.
- ^ Perrin, Noel. "Hanover's Man in Concord". Dartmouth Alumni Magazine. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ "Our Team". Cohen Johnson. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
- ^ Benston, Liz (June 28, 2005). "Partner buying real estate interests of Barrick Gaming". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved December 18, 2024.
- ^ Goldman, Adam (March 20, 2005). "Former N.H. legislator looks to win big in downtown Las Vegas". Foster's Daily Democrat. Retrieved December 18, 2024.
- ^ "News: MASL AND SCCG MANAGEMENT PARTNER ON SPORTS BETTING". Major Arena Soccer League. October 5, 2021. Retrieved December 18, 2024.
- ^ Moore, Yasmin (September 28, 2021). "SCCG Management to Support Play Caller Sports' Launch". GamblingNews. Retrieved December 18, 2024.