Melco Resorts appoints new president

Evan Winkler has become Melco Resorts and Entertainment’s new president after his appointment came into effect last Wednesday.

Macau.- Melco Resorts and Entertainment has a new president after the appointment of Evan Winkler. The new executive took over last Wednesday and will remain a board member of the company.

Mr Winkler will oversee daily operational matters for the company and will receive input from Melco’s operations departments. At the same time, he will report to Melco Resorts chairman and CEO Lawrence Ho.

“The company has seen extraordinary transformations over the last few years, which have been game-changing, including expanding globally, opening Morpheus, bringing more beyond-gaming attractions than ever and building up a very strong team,” said Lawrence Ho.

 “As we continue to move forward, I have the utmost trust in a team that has a proven track record of delivering outstanding growth for the company.”

“I am honoured by the trust placed in me by Melco’s founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Lawrence Ho,” said Mr Winkler.

“I joined Melco International Development Limited three years ago to help support and carry Mr Ho’s vision and am excited to be able to play a broader role within the Melco group. It is a privilege to be able to work with one of the world’s leading management teams in delivering exceptional, world-class resort experiences to all our customers. I look forward to collaborating with more than 20,000 Melco colleagues around the world to continue to execute our Chairman’s vision and grow our portfolio of world-class resorts, support the governments and local economies in which Melco does business and create opportunities for our employees.”