The Linn County Gaming Association has appointed Alejandro Pino as its new executive director, starting November 2. In this role, he will manage grantmaking, financial and strategic planning, and board governance, collaborating with local organizations and the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission. The association focuses on distributing funds from its partnership with Cedar Crossing Casino to benefit nonprofits and public entities.
Currently, Pino is the executive director of Young Parents Network in Cedar Rapids and has been actively involved with various organizations, including the United Way and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. He also has experience as a Latino Affairs commissioner for Iowa. Pino holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and international studies from Loras College and is a graduate of Cedar Rapids Regis. The association aims to use casino-generated funds to support education, human services, and the arts.
