Michael Torres
About Michael
Michael Torres leads casino analysis at Best Online Casinos Florida, bringing 12+ years of deep expertise in the US gambling industry. Before transitioning to online casino reviews, Michael spent five years as a casino floor manager at a major South Florida gaming establishment, where he gained firsthand knowledge of casino operations, game mechanics, player experience design, and regulatory compliance from the operator's perspective.
A Florida resident since 2015, Michael understands the unique gambling landscape facing Sunshine State players better than almost anyone. He has watched the Florida online gambling scene evolve from its earliest days and built relationships across the industry that give him unparalleled insight into how casinos operate behind the scenes — and where they cut corners.
Michael personally leads our casino testing process: creating real accounts, depositing his own funds, documenting every aspect of the player experience down to the minute it takes for a Bitcoin cashout to land. His reviews are known for their depth, fairness, and practical focus on what matters most to Florida players — fast payouts, fair bonus terms, and reliable customer support.
When he is not testing casinos, Michael runs offshore fishing charters out of Stuart most weekends and follows the Miami Heat. He holds a B.B.A. from Florida International University.
Areas of Expertise
How Michael Evaluates Casinos
Michael deposits his own funds at every casino he reviews — typically $200 via Bitcoin and $200 via card. He plays through at least one welcome bonus, documents the wagering experience, requests a withdrawal, and tracks the exact time-to-cashout. Reviews only publish after a real cashout lands; any casino that fails KYC or stalls payment is flagged as 'avoid' regardless of marketing claims. Game RTPs are spot-checked against publisher disclosures.
By the Numbers
Credentials & Background
- B.B.A., Florida International University
- Former Casino Floor Manager (South Florida, 2010–2015)
- Member, American Gaming Association (industry observer)
- Authored the Best Online Casinos Florida 10-point rating methodology
- Lead reviewer for all 15 featured casinos on this site
Recent Articles by Michael
Editorial Standards & Contact
All of Michael's work follows our editorial standards. Michael can be reached via the contact form for fact-checking, source verification, or correction requests.