Jim McGlasson, CDC Gaming’s Advertising Manager, will retire at the end of September, marking the end of his long media sales journey. With 55 years in the industry, he has significantly impacted CDC Gaming’s advertising sales.
Jim McGlasson Retires: A Reflection on His Career
Expressing his sentiments about retirement, McGlasson said, “I am proud to have contributed to the growth and success of CDC Gaming. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time with Publisher Emeritus Jeffrey Compton, Publisher Cory Roberts, and the entire team.”
McGlasson added that the decision comes from a personal desire to spend more time with his wife and grandchildren in Portland, besides indulging in some leisure travel. “Working with CDC has been a wonderful experience and a great way to end my fifty-plus years in publishing,” he further stated.
Jim McGlasson’s Impact on CDC Gaming
Mark Gruetze, a longtime contributor, detailed McGlasson’s path from a rookie newspaper photographer to his first sales position, before moving to Las Vegas in 1987. There, as General Manager of the Las Vegas Sun, he played a pivotal role in negotiating a Joint Operating Agreement with the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
McGlasson joined CDC Gaming in 2016 as its first dedicated Advertising Manager. Recalling McGlasson’s hiring, Jeffrey Compton had found him through a Craigslist ad. Given McGlasson’s experience at the Sun, Compton was quick to bring him on board. “He reviewed our project and said, ‘You have a great product, but results might take a year.’ It turned out it took only seven months,” Compton recalled.
The company extends its gratitude to McGlasson for his contributions and wishes him a fulfilling retirement. Following his departure, CDC Gaming seeks a dynamic individual to lead client relationships and sales. Details will follow soon.
Reflecting on McGlasson’s career journey inspires those in the online gambling niche to remember the value of perseverance and strategic planning in advertising and beyond. Read more news to stay updated.
