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The Cordish Companies Names John J. Chaszar EVP and General Manager of New $270+ Million Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana
The Cordish Companies | May 22, 2024
Gaming Industry Veteran to Manage Development of World-Class Gaming and Entertainment Destination in Bossier City Projected to Generate Millions in Annual Economic Impact and Hundreds of Permanent Jobs for Local and Regional Residents Project Will Feature First Land-Based Casino in Shreveport-Bossier Market BOSSIER CITY, La., May 22, 2024 -- The Cordish Companies today announced the appointment of gaming industry veteran JOHN J. CHASZAR as EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER of the new LIVE! CASINO & HOTEL LOUISIANA, a $270+ million world-class gaming, dining, hotel, and entertainment destination set to open in...
Seminole Hard Rock Names Vincent Zahn EVP and CFO of Hard Rock International & Seminole Gaming
Hard Rock International | July 7, 2023
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., July 7, 2023 -- Seminole Hard Rock has appointed Vincent Zahn as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Seminole Gaming and Hard Rock International. In this role, Zahn will be responsible for overseeing the accounting, financial planning and analysis, risk management, treasury, corporate finance, capital markets execution of Hard Rock International and other enterprises under the control of Seminole Gaming, as well as contributing to the overall strategic development efforts of the Company. Zahn will report directly to Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International and CEO of Seminole Gaming. ...
Marriott International Announces Organizational Structure and Executive Appointments
Marriott International, Inc. | February 27, 2023
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced its organizational structure and executive appointments designed to tap its talented leadership bench and accelerate the company’s growth. “The size and scale of our company is significant, and we expect it to be even more so given the exciting opportunities ahead of us,” said Anthony Capuano, President and CEO, Marriott International. “With the recent announcement of two executive departures, I am reshaping my team to ensure we can be nimble and effective in driving strategies to benefit our customers, associates and owners and franchisees around the world.” Marriott ...
AHLA Elevates Key Industry Leaders
AHLA | February 17, 2023
WASHINGTON (Feb. 17, 2023) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced the promotions of two longtime hotel industry leaders. Troy Flanagan was promoted to executive vice president of external government affairs and industry relations. In this role, Flanagan will serve as the strategic leader of AHLA’s integrated outreach to public officials, while strengthening the association’s partnerships with allied groups. He will also lead AHLA’s engagement and lobbying with state and local governments, legislatures, gubernatorial offices and related organizations. Flanagan joined AHLA in 2014 and previously served...
Cordish Gaming Group Promotes Joe Billhimer to Chief Operating & Development Officer
Live! Casinos & Hotels | January 17, 2023
HANOVER, Md., Jan. 17, 2023-- Cordish Gaming Group, the gaming division of The Cordish Companies, today announced key executive appointments as the company prepares for the expansion of the Live! Casino brand. Cordish Gaming Group today announced Joe Billhimer has been promoted to Chief Operating & Development Officer. Mr. Billhimer previously served as Executive Vice President of PA Casinos. Cordish Gaming Group today announced Craig Clark has been named EVP & General Manager of Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia. Cordish Gaming Group today announced Ryan Eller has been named EVP & General Manager of Li...
AAHOA Announces Two New, Key Senior Leadership Positions to Help Propel the Association Forward
AAHOA | July 11, 2022
ATLANTA, Ga., July 11 – AAHOA, the nation’s largest hotel owners association, announced today the promotion of Heather Carnes to EVP, Communications, and Chief Strategy Officer, and the hiring of Phelps Hope as its new EVP, Operations, and Chief Development Officer. Following the announcement of Laura Lee Blake being named as AAHOA President & CEO in May 2022, these advancements further underscore the association’s aggressive and ambitious plans for the future, which include identifying and securing key leaders to carry out its strategic plan. Carnes has been a key member of the AAHOA team for three years and has dedicated nearl...
Playa Hotels & Resorts Names Kevin Froemming Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer
Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. | August 14, 2019
FAIRFAX, VA (August 14, 2019) – Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (NASDAQ: PLYA, “Playa”), the owner, operator and developer of all-inclusive resorts, has announced the promotion of Kevin Froemming to the expanded role of Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer. In this newly created position, Froemming assumes the key leadership role in driving Playa’s commercial strategy and initiatives throughout revenue and distribution, global sales and marketing, e-commerce, as well as brand performance and deliverability. With both top and bottom line responsibility, Froemming’s broadened role is designed to further leverage ...
