Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Bill Papazian is the CEO and Founder of an international due diligence, investigation and gaming regulatory compliance firm, Lightstone Solutions LLC. He brings over 30 years of extensive experience in the gaming, corporate law, and nonprofit sectors, with a proven track record of strategic leadership and industry impact.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the CEO and Founder of Lightstone Solutions LLC, Bill oversees all aspects of the firm's operations, including business development, client relations, and the execution of high-stakes due diligence investigations and regulatory compliance projects. Under his guidance, the company has established a global presence, serving a diverse clientele of gaming operators, financial institutions, and governmental agencies.
Career Progression
Prior to founding Lightstone Solutions, Bill served in various leadership roles, including Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Board Director at Capital Gaming International, Inc., where he was instrumental in the company's finance, development, and management activities. He has also held positions as an Independent Tribal Gaming Commissioner for the Buena Vista Rancheria and Snoqualmie Casino, leveraging his expertise in gaming regulations and compliance.
Bill's early career includes roles as Of Counsel at Mason Briody Gallagher Taylor, where he specialized in corporate securities, transactional, international, gaming, and regulatory law, and as an Associate Attorney at Farrell Fritz, P.C. He also served as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Associate General Counsel at Montefiore Health System.
Academic Background
Bill holds a Juris Doctor degree from Fordham University School of Law, where he graduated with distinction. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Vermont.
Areas of Expertise
- Gaming industry regulations and compliance
- Corporate law, with a focus on securities, transactions, and international matters
- Due diligence investigations and risk management
- Strategic leadership and business development
- Nonprofit board governance and advisory roles
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Bill has made significant contributions to the gaming industry and the nonprofit sector. As an Independent Tribal Gaming Commissioner, he played a pivotal role in shaping gaming regulations and ensuring compliance with tribal and state laws. Additionally, he has served on the boards of nonprofit organizations such as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix and Ballet Arizona, where he leveraged his legal expertise and business acumen to drive strategic initiatives and support community development.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, industry expertise, and proven leadership skills, Bill Papazian is a respected figure in the gaming, legal, and nonprofit arenas. As the CEO and Founder of Lightstone Solutions, he continues to drive innovative solutions and deliver exceptional value to his clients, while also maintaining a strong commitment to community service and philanthropic endeavors.
