Who We Are

Scott Meske

Lobbyist & Communications

scottjmeske@gmail.com

Scott Meske has spent more than 35 years as a nonprofit executive, lobbyist, media relations professional and communications expert. With an undergraduate degree in political science from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Scott served 15 years as an officer in the National Guard, the last eight as a photojournalist and media relations officer. He holds credentials as a Certified Association Executive (CAE), and from the US Chamber of Commerce’s Institute of Organizational Management. Settling in North Dakota in 2014, he led both the Williston and Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce before becoming a full-time lobbyist/association consultant. Scott also is a Master Whiskey Taster for Whiskey University and teaches history and tasting at public and private events.

Mike Motschenbacher

 of ND Gaming Alliance – Executive Director

ndgalliance@gmail.com

    • Executive Director since December 2020
    • 30 years experience working in the hospitality sector
    • General Manager Expressway Inn and Suites Bismarck 1991-2020
    • Past President 2x North Dakota Hospitality Association-Current board member since 1999
    • Bisman Chamber EDC Economic Development Committee 2019-2024
    • Board member Bismarck Diocese Pre-Marriage Program 2007-present
    • Bis-Man CVB Board of Directors 2016-2020
    • Gaming Alliance as membership coordinator from 2021 to present

Who makes up ND Gaming Alliance?

North Dakota Gaming Alliance’s members consist of representatives from all facets of the charitable
gaming industry, such as:

  • Charities
  • Fraternal Organizations
  • Hospitality Venues
  • Manufacturers
  • Distributors.
  • Veteran’s Organizations

We also include businesses who will provide member benefits such as:

  • reduced credit card processing fees
  • legal services
  • financial management
  • insurance
  • materials, just to name a few.

Our board of directors

Troy Fleck

 of Bismarck VFW – President / Membership Coordinator

vfw@midconetwork.com

    • 1990 Graduate of Mandan High School
    • Enlisted in National Guard in 1990
    • Veteran of Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield
    • Graduated from University of North Dakota in 1995
    • Burleigh County Sheriff’s Department from 1998-2024
    • Gilbert N Nelson Post 1326 VFW Quarter Master
    • State Junior Vice Commander
    • Committee Chair State of ND VFW National Home for Children
    • Chair State of ND Veterans Hospital Committee
    • Member of Bismarck Disabled Veterans
    • Volunteer with ND Honor Flight
    • Employed with ND Gaming Alliance as membership coordinator from 2021 to present

Terry Dworshak

 of Victor B Wallin Post 12 American Legion – Vice President

rtdwor@westriv.com

Lucas Mondry

of Minto JC’s – Member

lucas.mondry@gmail.com

Terry Peterson

 of Aggie Foundation – Member

aggiefoundation@gmail.com

Reed Christensen

 at Large Member

barnstormer25@protonmail.com

Amy Krueger

of Williston CVB – Member

amyk@ci.williston.nd.us

Chad Wachter

of Investcore

cw@investcore.com

Become a member today!