Gov. Holcomb Announces Executive Director Greg Small to Step Down From the Indiana Gaming Commission

Governor appoints Dennis Mullen as acting executive director

INDIANAPOLIS - Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced today that Greg Small will be stepping down as the executive director of the Indiana Gaming Commission.

Gov. Holcomb named IGC General Counsel Dennis Mullen, who has been with the agency since 2015. Mullen will assume the role as acting executive director on Sept. 23 and will continue as general counsel. 

"Greg's knowledge and expertise has been invaluable in leading the Indiana Gaming Commission effectively and efficiently," said Gov. Holcomb. "The agency will be left in good hands with Dennis at the helm."

Small was appointed as executive director of IGC in September of 2021 after serving as general counsel of the IGC since August of 2015.

Under his leadership, The Gaming Commission accomplished the following:

- Oversaw first competitive casino license grant in over a decade leading to the opening of the state’s thirteenth casino, The Terre Haute Casino Resort
- Reorganized the law enforcement division to increase efficiencies in investigative matters
- Launched new licensing management application to streamline the process for licensing individuals

Greg’s last day as executive director will be September 20.

Mullen earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from DePauw University and his Juris Doctor from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.

Click HERE for a headshot of Dennis Mullen.