“Can a regionally-focused gaming operator build a scalable multi-state casino and cardroom portfolio by turning around underperforming properties before competition from tribal gaming and debt load overwhelm the model?”
Founded by gaming veterans Eric Persson and Justin Beltram, Maverick Gaming pursued an aggressive acquisition strategy to build a multi-state portfolio of cardrooms and regional casinos across Washington, Nevada, and Colorado. The company differentiated through responsible gaming leadership and a neighborhood entertainment positioning. Facing intense competition from tribal casinos, operational headwinds, and a heavy debt load, Maverick filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in July 2025, supported by a restructuring agreement with its secured lenders and $25.5M in DIP financing.
Maverick Gaming discloses GBank as its banking provider, according to the Embedded Finance Index 2026.
Maverick Gaming does not disclose a bank charter of its own; its banking services are provided through GBank.
Maverick Gaming was founded by Eric Persson and Justin Beltram and is founded in 2017, headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, USA.
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