Monarch Casino & Resort Inc. announced that its board of directors appointed Paul Andrews to serve as a director for the company effective May 1, 2014, subject to applicable regulatory approval. Mr. Andrew's term will continue until the 2014 annual meeting of stockholders, at which time he will be considered for election for a two-year term. Mr. Andrews was appointed to the Company's Audit Committee, the Compensation Committee and the Strategic Planning Committee.

As previously reported, Ronald R. Zideck resigned from the Board of Directors of the Company on May 10, 2013 leaving the vacancy that has been filled by Mr. Andrews. Mr. Andrews brings significant operations, marketing and sales experience to the company board. Mr. Andrews is the President and CEO of the National Western Stock Show and Complex.