Allie Evangelista named president of Hard Rock Casino Bristol

She will report to Jon Lucas, chief operating officer of Hard Rock International.

US.- Hard Rock International has named Allie Evangelista as the new president of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol in Virginia. In her new role, Allie will report to Jon Lucas, chief operating officer of Hard Rock International.

Allie entered the gaming industry in 2006 as assistant slot operations manager in Missouri. She worked as director of casino operations and vice president in Iowa, and then joined the Hollywood Gaming and Racetrack property in Ohio as vice president and general manager. More recently, she worked as vice president and general manager of the Hollywood Casino Perryville in Maryland.

Jon Lucas, chief operating officer of Hard Rock International said: “Allie’s life and career has embodied the American success story. Allie has worked in every aspect of the gaming and hospitality industries and will bring this impressive experience to her role as president of the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol.”

Allie Evangelista commented: “I look forward to embracing the community in Bristol and working with the many partners who have been instrumental in supporting the project.

“As the ‘Birthplace of Country Music,’ Bristol is rich in history and culture.  As someone with a passion for exploring new and diverse opportunities, I am excited to experience the region’s natural beauty and its many wonderful music, entertainment and recreational offerings.” 

Hard Rock’s temporary casino is expected to open before the end of the second quarter of 2022. The full-service casino will cover 30,000 square feet and host 900 gaming slots and 20 tables for a variety of gaming options.

The permanent $300m Bristol casino will offer 2,700 slots and 100 table games, multiple restaurants and bars, an outdoor concert venue, convention space, and multiple shops.

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