Michael Benjamin - Chief Executive Officer

Michael Benjamin

Position: Chairman of The Board
Categories: Board

Mike Benjamin is an accomplished entrepreneur and executive leader with over three decades of experience building and scaling businesses across diverse industries, including medical devices, animal health, agriculture, hospitality, and real estate. He currently serves as Executive Board Chairman of Purgo Scientific.

Additionally, Mike’s passion for innovation extends to the agricultural sector, where he leads Palomino Farms, a sustainable alfalfa farming operation serving Nevada and Arizona. Previously, Mike spent nearly 15 years as CEO and President of Pioneer Crossing Casinos, where he guided significant growth and expansion before successfully selling the company in 2017.

Throughout his career, he has served on multiple boards, including FUGU Corporation and Impact Sports, Inc., leveraging his expertise to bring groundbreaking products to market. A graduate of California State University, Chico, Mike continues to drive innovation while fostering sustainable business practices.