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Joe Dorsey’s career began in the Navy on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, one of the most dangerous work sites in the world—and it got riskier from there.
In the Coast Guard, Joe’s search-and-rescue missions often involved jumping out of helicopters in violent ocean storms to save lives. As a detective in the DEA’s Narcotics Task Force in San Diego, he went undercover to bust big dealers and disrupt treacherous cartels. And as an agent for the Nevada Gaming Control Board, he investigated the backgrounds of unscrupulous junket reps and notorious mobsters.
Joe began to make his mark on Las Vegas as the director of security at several major casinos—uncovering employee theft and gambler scams, reining in prostitution, protecting the public at major events, and putting out literal and figurative fires. But it was pioneering the previously unbroken ground as a casino debt collector where Joe made his indelible mark, turning the District Attorney into the official collection agent of the Las Vegas casinos and recovering millions from gamblers in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia who’d thought they’d finally beaten the casinos.
Security and debt collecting are hidden aspects of the gambling business. In Joe’s Dash, they’re revealed for the first time ever.
Click to see Joe’s Dash Table of Contents and to read an excerpt.
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About The Author
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Linda Ellis started writing poems as a child, a talent inherited from her Irish grandmother. She grew up in Florida and then lived in New York for several years. However, her southern roots kept calling her home so she settled in Georgia where she now lives with her family and a menagerie of pets. She spent years working in the corporate world, but after her first poem was shared on a syndicated radio program in 1994, an alternative career began to emerge and she soon came to the realization that her true passion was in creative writing. |
Click here to listen to the House of Cards radio interview with Joe Dorsey.
Laurie Cabot –
An email received and approved for this review. “I finished reading ‘Joe’s Dash’ published by your organization and I could not have been more pleased. The story was incredible and the only difficult part was closing the book for the evening. Kudo’s to Mr. Dorsey and Ms. Ellis. This story qualifies as Las Vegas Entertainment’s best.”
Sincerely, Charlie King
Mary S Cavallaro (verified owner) –
Not only are Joe’s stories captivating but the kindness he was able to give in the middle of unimaginable circumstances is a gift. I was intrigued from the start and enjoyed each and every page in this amazing true story of Joe’s journey. Great book !!!
Mary Beth Caldwell –
Joe is the coolest guy ever! I could not put the book down. It’s the story of a real life hero! Loved it!
Richard Santoro (verified owner) –
Outstanding fast paced read that provides enlightening behind
the scenes real world examples of the intertwined relationships between law enforcement and the gaming industry. Joe Dorsey straddled the fence between both communities for many years and became an invaluable asset to both as his career advanced. Very few walking this earth have earned the level of respect and admiration that Dorsey has and Joe’s Dash offers insight into this legendary man.
Thomas Plotner –
Joes book shows what a truly remarkable person he is.. I was the guitarist in his wife Karen Roses band. I got to know him very well .The book was a true depiction of the underbelly of a closely guarded industry. It’s a must read for anyone who has ever been to Las Vegas or wondered how they operate their security and collections of debts owed all over the world. He is a true hero and one of the finest human beings I have had the honor of calling a friend.. Thank you for the exceptional look at the real Vegas.. Thomas Plotner. P.S he was one hell of a police officer in the San Diego Police Department also.