On February 8, 2024, KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. (KBCM) successfully closed the syndication of a $440.0 million Senior Secured Revolving Credit Facility (the “Revolver”) for Turning Stone Resort Casino, LLC (“TSRC” or the “Company”), a governmental instrumentality of the Oneida Indian Nation (“Oneida” or the “Nation”). In combination with $100 million of Oneida equity, proceeds of the Revolver will be used to refinance existing indebtedness, fund a major expansion at Turning Stone Resort Casino, and finance other capital investments and working capital. KBCM acted as Left Lead Arranger, Joint Bookrunner, and Administrative Agent on the transaction.
This financing marks the fourth syndication completed for TSRC since 2016. KBCM was selected to serve as Left Lead Arranger given our long-standing relationship with the Nation, KBCM’s robust Debt Capital Markets platform, and industry expertise within Native American Financial Services.
About the Oneida Indian Nation
The Oneida Indian Nation, a federally recognized sovereign Indian Nation in Upstate New York, occupies a ~300,000-acre reservation in Oneida and Madison Counties. The Oneida Indian Nation has established itself as a cultural leader within Indian Country and across the United States, as well as an economic engine for Upstate New York. Turning Stone Enterprises, the parent organization for the Nation’s business operations, is among the region’s largest employers and includes a diverse portfolio of enterprises that span casinos, restaurants, hotels, spas, golf courses, convenience stores, and more.
Turning Stone Resort Casino
Turning Stone Resort Casino is the most award-winning destination resort in Upstate New York and the region’s largest tourist destination. The resort’s world-class amenities include five hotels, two spas, five golf courses, more than 20 dining options, Las Vegas-style gaming, the TS Sports sports book, the Exit 33 nightlife complex, and spacious event facilities that include a high-tech conference center, an intimate concert venue and a 5,000-seat arena. Turning Stone regularly welcomes the biggest names in entertainment and sports, and its amenities have been recognized repeatedly by leading industry authorities and with prestigious awards that include the Forbes Four-Star Award, AAA Four Diamond Award, Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence, and more.