Manuel Gallo-Contera (Best known as Manny) was born in Oriental Republic of Uruguay, a bordering country with Argentina and Brazil. He is from the capital called Montevideo.
Since he was very young he always knew that he wanted to work in the kitchen. In his 27 years of work performance, he accumulated experience that he acquired in Uruguay, Spain and the United States, where he has lived since 2003.

A native of central Delaware, Michael began his career in the hospitality industry at the Delaware beaches.   

Throughout his years in the industry, he has spent time in a variety of positions ranging from dishwasher to General Manager. Prior to coming to Harrington Raceway and Casino, Michael served as the General Manager of the popular Ruddertowne complex in Dewey Beach, DE.