Arthur Mothershed

Arthur Mothershed is the Chief Financial Officer of PCI Gaming, a business enterprise of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. As CFO, Mothershed is responsible for the overall fiscal health and stability of tribal gaming, which includes three Class II casinos within the state of Alabama. He manages financial reporting, and develops and administers policies on finance, accounting, budgeting, internal controls and auditing. He negotiates and executes all vendor contracts.

In addition to overseeing day-to-day functions, Mothershed also works strategically toward building partnerships and managing future growth. Mothershed serves on the Creek Indian Enterprises Board of Directors, and is actively involved in the development of all Tribal economic enterprises.

In June 2005, Mothershed was elected Treasurer of the nine-member Tribal Council of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. As Treasurer, he established streamlined Tribal Government financial reporting, to provide better decision-making information for the Tribal Council and simplified accountability for Tribal members.

Arthur Mothershed holds a master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Alabama and a bachelor's degree from Faulkner University. He previously held management positions with the Winn Dixie and Bruno's corporations. Mothershed currently serves on the Board of Directors for Wachovia Bank and the Chamber of Commerce in Wetumpka, Alabama.

A true ambassador, Mothershed represents the Tribe and its gaming interests to the public, working with political and community leaders and members of the media. Mothershed's interest in leadership and Tribal Government stems from a sincere desire to improve the lives of Tribal members and to strengthen the Tribe's position as a sovereign and self-sufficient nation. Born and raised in the Poarch Tribal community, he has a particular interest in cultural awareness, assisted living for Tribal elders, universal healthcare for members, and economic development beyond gaming.