Oneida Indian Nation Homelands (September 6, 2018) – Oneida Indian Nation held its annual Service Award Gala this week, recognizing more 350 team members who are celebrating milestones of 10, 15, 20 and 25 years working for the Oneida Indian Nation.  Team members spanned across all of the Turning Stone Enterprises, including Turning Stone Resort Casino, YBR Casino and Sports Book, Point Place Casino, Maple Leaf Market and SavOn Stores.

The Service Awards Gala is a long-standing annual event to thank team members for their hard work and dedication.

“Today, our enterprises are supporting thousands of great jobs and families across Central New York. It is all of us together that have made our enterprises so successful,” said Oneida Indian Nation Representative and Turning Stone Enterprises CEO Ray Halbritter. “The hard work, dedication and years of service from the team members recognized at this event, are crucial to what we’ve accomplished.”

This summer, the Oneida Indian Nation celebrated the 25th anniversary of its flagship gaming venue and award-winning destination resort with several events and promotions. Kicking off the festivities, the Nation hosted a packed event in the resort’s Showroom, bringing together local elected officials, community leaders and hundreds of team members, including more than 150 25-year team members, who have been with Turning Stone since it opened.

The Oneida Indian Nation has been a driving force of economic growth in the region for more than two decades. With 4,750 team members, the Oneida Indian Nation is one of the largest employers in Central New York and remains committed to creating new employment opportunities in the area.