From Server to Senior Leader: Alissar's Story of Progression at Bally’s
"The sky's the limit" at Bally's. Take it from Alissar. Her career has gone from strength to strength for almost 20 years here. And it’s not slowing down anytime soon.
Since starting at Bally’s Twin River Lincoln in 2007, Alissar’s journey has progressed from being a Cashier & Server while juggling a bachelor’s degree, to now sitting as Regional Director of HR. It’s Alissar’s hard work and dedication that’s got her to where she is, but it’s Bally’s support that has guided her in the right direction.
Nineteen years. Seven different roles. Same bold company.
Alissar's career at Bally’s is one that keeps climbing. Here’s the roles she’s put her all into over the years:
- Food service roles (cashier, server)
- Sales Admin
- HR Coordinator (2013)
- HR Representative
- Senior HR Representative
- HR Manager
- HR Director
- Regional Executive Director of HR (current)
But how has she done it? Well, Alissar says, "Bally's recognizes and nurtures internal talent, which makes it a great place to grow professionally while tackling new opportunities every day."
Connecting to her work by connecting with her team
Even now in her senior leadership role, Alissar stays connected to what makes working at Bally's special; the fact that we’re All One Team.
"I find my fun by connecting with my team and celebrating our successes together, whether it's through team-building activities or recognizing individual achievements. The energy of working in a vibrant, ever-evolving industry keeps things exciting, and I enjoy finding creative ways to solve problems and make a positive impact on our employees' experiences."
Making an Impact That Matters
For Alissar, climbing the ladder meant gaining the power to create real change. Her greatest achievement? Spearheading an inclusive employment initiative in partnership with AccessPoint RI. The initiative was so impactful it was featured on Channel 10 NBC News' "Tell Me Something Good."
Alissar says, "This initiative fostered diversity, strengthened our teams, and created meaningful opportunities. It demonstrates that inclusion drives innovation and brighter futures."
Want to follow in Alissar's footsteps? Here's what she recommends:
"Believe in your capabilities, stay open to learning, and seize opportunities to take on new challenges. Bally's values internal talent, so build relationships, show initiative, and don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone to grow."
Now it’s your Turn
Alissar's story isn't unique at Bally's. Whether you want an entry-level position to sit alongside your studies or an executive leadership role that keeps pushing you – and our teams – further, we invest in our people and create pathways for growth that you might not expect.
The question is: where will your Bally's journey take you?
