James Klas has 40 years of operational and consulting experience in hospitality and tribal economic development.  He co-founded KlasRobinson Q.E.D., which has worked with 260 Tribes and First Nations throughout the U.S. and Canada.  Feasibility studies, ecnomic impact analyses and other expert counseling by KlasRobinson have been used in support of $25 billion in successful financing and investment for projecdts of all types and sizes.  Mr. Klas is a regular speaker at national conventions, including IGA, G2E, ICE and many regional conventions.  He has authored numerous articles on various economic develoment matters in Indian country in trade journals.  He has also provided expert testimony to legislative committees, courts and public forums on ecnomic impact and fiancial feasibility.