Former Nevada Governor joins MGM Resorts

Brian Sandoval has joined the company as President of Global Gaming Development.

US.- MGM Resorts International has announced that former Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval will join the company as President of Global Gaming Development. Member of the Republican Party, Sandoval served as Governor from 2011 to 2019.

MGM revealed that Governor Sandoval will be behind MGM Resorts’ global expansion efforts, mainly in Japan, and focus on state public policy efforts around sports gaming while solidifying the company’s leadership in the growing sports betting market.

As Sandoval joins the company, MGM Resorts President Bill Hornbuckle will now be in charge of leading global casino marketing and be responsible for leveraging MGM Resorts’ worldwide assets and reputation to drive revenue growth and maximise the value contributed from the Company’s assets, with a special focus in Macau.

“As I return to the private sector for the first time in over 20 years, finding the right professional opportunity to best suit my experience as a former legislator, gaming regulator, Attorney General, federal judge and Governor was important to me,” said Governor Sandoval. “MGM Resorts is a global leader in gaming and entertainment, and I look forward to joining the MGM team led by Jim Murren, someone who I greatly respect. Jim has formed critical relationships in Japan and in sports, and I look forward to building upon this strong foundation.”

MGM Resorts Chairman & CEO Jim Murren said that few leaders are as widely respected, accomplished and knowledgeable as Brian Sandoval. “Governor Sandoval brings an unparalleled level of skill, leadership and experience to the company, and we will benefit greatly from his in-depth expertise in gaming, public policy and economic development.”