During this time, Michael was instrumental in the development and implementation of many projects for Soboba, including the Soboba Tribal Credit and Housing Programs, Soboba Preschool, several Land Acquisitions, and Fee-to-Trust transfers, Regulatory compliance for the Soboba Casino, Installation of 2 (1) Megawatt Solar Fields, oversight of up to 26 Tribal Government Departments, developing and presenting Tribal and Casino Budgets to Membership on an annual basis. Michael has served Soboba for 26+ years in many capacities, including Casino Manager Trainee, Table Games Manager, Gaming Commissioner, Chairman of the Gaming Commission, Casino Assistant General Manager, Casino General Manager, Tribal Administrator, Tribal Council Member, and currently Chairman of the Soboba Economic Development Corporation. Michael has a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from the California State University of San Bernardino. Michael Castello is a Soboba Band of Luiseño tribal member, father of four, and grandfather of seven.
