Consumer >> CEO Interviews >> March 22, 2004

THOMAS STEINBAUER – AMERISTAR CASINOS INC (ASCA)

THOMAS M. STEINBAUER is Senior Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer of Ameristar Casinos, Inc. Mr. Steinbauer joined Ameristar Casinos in 1991 as the organization was transitioning from a privately held entity into a public corporation. As Chief Financial Officer and a member of Ameristar's Board of Directors, he has served as the company's Treasurer and Secretary. He oversees corporate accounting functions and financial relations, as well as financial executives at each property. Prior to joining Ameristar, Mr. Steinbauer was Vice President of Finance for the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas where he led the Human Resources and Management Information Services departments and worked closely with Security and Surveillance. His 28-year career in the gaming industry also includes executive posts with Bally's Reno and the Flamingo Hilton. Educated at the University of Nebraska, Omaha, Mr. Steinbauer holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting. Profile
TWST: Could we begin with a brief historical sketch of Ameristar Casinos

and a picture of the things you're doing at the present time?

Mr. Steinbauer: Ameristar went public in November 1993.