--- title: "David Meltzer & Dominic Ortiz: Transforming Milwaukee | Potawatomi Hotel & Casino" description: "The CEO’s that bet everything to transform a city ft David Meltzer and Dominic Ortiz, Potawatomi Hotel and Casino.\n\nIn this powerful episode of Entrepreneurs: The Playbook, David Meltzer sits down inside the stunning Potawatomi Hotel & Casino in Milwaukee — a venue he calls “a mini Vegas in the Midwest” — to uncover the leadership, vision, and partnership that built one of the nation’s most impressive entertainment destinations." image: https://www.fourevamedia.com/hubfs/WhatsApp%20Image%202025-11-17%20at%203.45.11%20AM.jpeg --- [Go Back Up](https://www.fourevamedia.com/podcast/david-meltzer-dominic-ortiz-transforming-milwaukee-potawatomi-hotel-casino#top) [Skip to Content](https://www.fourevamedia.com/podcast/david-meltzer-dominic-ortiz-transforming-milwaukee-potawatomi-hotel-casino#body) [![FourevaMedia_SecondaryLogo_Digital_White_300dpi_FINAL](https://www.fourevamedia.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FourevaMedia_SecondaryLogo_Digital_White_300dpi_FINAL.png?width=100&height=28&name=FourevaMedia_SecondaryLogo_Digital_White_300dpi_FINAL.png "FourevaMedia_SecondaryLogo_Digital_White_300dpi_FINAL")](https://revup.fourevamedia.com/foureva-media) Toggle Menu - [Let's Work!](https://www.fourevamedia.com/services) - [Social Proof](https://www.fourevamedia.com/socialproof) - [Meet Jamar](https://www.fourevamedia.com/jamar-jones) - [Experiences](https://www.fourevamedia.com/experiences) Toggle children for Experiences Main Menu (Press to Return) > Experiences - [VIP Brand Retreat](https://www.fourevamedia.com/vipbrandretreat) - [Speaking Accelerator](https://www.meridithgrundei.com/unscripted) - [Podcast](https://www.fourevamedia.com/podcast) # David Meltzer & Dominic Ortiz: Transforming Milwaukee | Potawatomi Hotel & Casino [Podcast](https://www.fourevamedia.com/podcast/tag/podcast) Nov 18, 2025, 5:28:04 AM [jamar-jones](https://www.fourevamedia.com/podcast/author/jamar-jones) 2 min read ![](https://www.fourevamedia.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WhatsApp%20Image%202025-11-17%20at%203.45.11%20AM.jpeg?width=1000&name=WhatsApp%20Image%202025-11-17%20at%203.45.11%20AM.jpeg) [mailto:?subject=David%20Meltzer%20%26%20Dominic%20Ortiz%3A%20Transforming%20Milwaukee%20%7C%20Potawatomi%20Hotel%20%26%20Casino&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fourevamedia.com%2Fpodcast%2Fdavid-meltzer-dominic-ortiz-transforming-milwaukee-potawatomi-hotel-casino](mailto:?subject=David%20Meltzer%20%26%20Dominic%20Ortiz%3A%20Transforming%20Milwaukee%20%7C%20Potawatomi%20Hotel%20%26%20Casino&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fourevamedia.com%2Fpodcast%2Fdavid-meltzer-dominic-ortiz-transforming-milwaukee-potawatomi-hotel-casino) The CEO’s that bet everything to transform a city ft David Meltzer and Dominic Ortiz, Potawatomi Hotel and Casino. In this powerful episode of Entrepreneurs: The Playbook, David Meltzer sits down inside the stunning Potawatomi Hotel & Casino in Milwaukee — a venue he calls “a mini Vegas in the Midwest” — to uncover the leadership, vision, and partnership that built one of the nation’s most impressive entertainment destinations. David is joined by Dominique Ortiz, CEO and General Manager of Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, and Jamar Jones, founder of Foureva Media. Together, they dive deep into how belief, humility, and the right people can turn an unlikely city into a world-class powerhouse. Dom shares the remarkable journey of transforming a struggling facility into a nationally recognized entertainment hub — all rooted in cultural values, community empowerment, and fearless risk-taking. Jamar reveals why he chose Milwaukee for a major event and how partnership, energy alignment, and changing your circle can change your life. From leadership lessons to community impact to elevating tribal sovereignty nationwide, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and real-world strategies for anyone ready to build something extraordinary. If you’re ready to see what it takes to make the impossible possible — this conversation is for you.     ## jamar-jones ## READY TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS AND BRAND? 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