OUR HISTORY
In 2008, Kelly completed her Massage Therapy licensure at Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas. In 2009, she began providing chair massage at private poker games, where she discovered her passion for this niche in the massage industry. This passion led to opportunities at poker events across the United States and internationally. From private games to WSOP and WPT tournaments, Kelly honed her skills and earned recognition as a top-tier therapist.
For nearly 10 years, Kelly gained first-hand insight into how the gaming massage industry operates. She recognized the need for a service that elevated not only the customer experience but also the operational standards of establishments. Making the leap from therapist to owner, Premier Gaming Massage was incorporated in 2017.
The journey has been both challenging and rewarding, and Premier Gaming Massage continues to bring a superior level of service to businesses and the gaming industry alike.
Kelly Ivie Owner
My career is built on integrity, dedication, and excellence. Early independence shaped my resilience and results-driven approach, qualities that guide every decision at Premier. My passion for the gaming industry, combined with expertise in therapeutic massage, allows me to lead with a distinctive, people-focused philosophy.
Premier was founded by a therapist for therapists. Our culture emphasizes wellness, respect, and professional growth.
My goal is to help you create an exceptional experience where guests can relax and enjoy their time at your venue. I maintain hands-on leadership and am personally invested in every partnership. I look forward to our teams working together toward shared success.
Kelley Rivers Texas LMT Manager
My poker massage career started only a couple of years ago. However, I have always had a passion for giving massages. I knew one day I would become a Licensed Massage Therapist. Until a few years ago, I was a full time Customer Service agent at Delta Air Lines. I worked in all areas of the airport. I loved, and still love, working with people. I have a strong work ethic, very prompt, organized and experienced in management. In 2020, COVID happened, I had reached twenty years with Delta. They were offering retirement packages and I felt this was my time to jump on my dream. I took them up on their offer and enrolled in the Academy of Massage Therapy Training.
I am also a full time mom of two beautiful girls. My pride and joy! One is in college at Texas A&M, Go Aggies! One still home with me in high school. Premier offers me the flexibility to be available for my girls more so than anything in the past. I love being able to be there for them and be an example to them of what it looks like to follow your dreams.
I began with Premier right out of massage school after obtaining my Texas Massage Therapy License. I knew I wanted something fun, exciting and different with my new massage career. Now I work at Texas’ third largest Poker Room, Rounders in San Antonio. I truly enjoy my position and it gives me the opportunity to spend more time with my family while making more than I ever could imagine.
Now I work with a company that not only helps my dreams come true but where I have been able to learn and quicky advance my massage career.
