Lester (Les) Stanley is the Executive Director of the Wilton Rancheria Gaming Commission, where he oversees the regulatory integrity of the Sky River Casino in Elk Grove, California. An enrolled member of the Colorado River Indian Tribes and a military veteran, Stanley brings decades of specialized experience in Indian gaming regulation, policy development, and emergency preparedness. He is recognized for advancing modern regulatory solutions, including the implementation of paperless licensing workflows to enhance tribal gaming oversight. Highly regarded as a leading voice in the industry, Stanley frequently presents at national conferences on critical topics such as human trafficking prevention and active shooter response. He recently concluded a distinguished tenure as the Secretary of the National Tribal Gaming Commissioners & Regulators (NTGCR) on December 31, 2025, having previously held key leadership roles including Executive Director of the Rincon Gaming Commission. His career remains dedicated to protecting tribal assets and ensuring the highest standards of fairness and compliance across the gaming landscape.