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CATCH restaurant at ARIA
NoMad Restaurant at the NoMad Las Vegas
What role do Asia and the Middle East play in MGM Resorts
International's growth?
The MGM Resorts leadership team has a keen interest in both of these
markets. We have been deeply ingrained in Japan for years now, as
we move through the process toward ultimate approval to develop an
Integrated Resort. We see Japan as one of the world's most compelling
travel destinations and are incredibly excited by the opportunity there.
Our plan is for significant investment and to create something everyone in
Japan will be deeply proud of.
In the Middle East, we are working closely with the team at Wasl Hospitality
and Leisure as they look to develop a world-class resort destination. MGM
Resorts would serve in a management role and hopes to introduce our
renowned brands to new audiences.
A Sky Villa at ARIA
How does design play a role in driving customer loyalty?
Design is central to every decision we make and sets the stage for every
experience. Design influences a venue's brand, its service, its menu-design
cements the guests' first impression. Ultimately, design plays a role in every
element of the guest experience, which is why we spend such dedicated
time up front to get it right.
We undertake a thoughtful and methodical approach to matching the right
design team to the right project to the right concept. These decisions are
never made lightly, as we recognize the decisions made at a project's onset
are central to the venue's ultimate success.
Design is the connective tissue between a brand's personality and how a
guest will experience a space.
What plans and aspirations do you have for MGM Resorts
International?
My years in the industry have taught me many things, but one lesson
stands above all others-people are the foundation of our success. It is the
extraordinary team at MGM Resorts that delivers on the promise of all we
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create. They own all of the accolades and recognitions we achieve. This
was true before and during these diff icult years and will continue to be
fact as long as we are in the hospitality business. I am, and will always be,
passionate about people, both our employees and our guests.
I am dedicated to being a steward of MGM Resorts' commitments to its
people and to the environment. Those two commitments represent the most
important work we can do to ensure the company's future success, and to
ensure we provide future generations a future in which they can thrive.
NEWH UK chapter board member Can Faik is an award-winning
journalist and editorial director of Hospitality Interiors. He is renowned
for his far-ranging perspecti ve on the hospitality industry worldwide
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President's Letter
News
Guest Perspective
Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity
Who's Who
Conference Roundup
Have You Seen
Scholarships
Student Spotlight
Interview: Ari Kastrati
Sustainability Point of View
Q&A: Lanee Burns
Q&A: Crystal McCain
Q&A: Chris Schafer
Cover Story
Project: Westin Tempe
Project: Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya
Project: Langham Boston
Project: Firangi Superstar
Chapter Highlights
Save the Date
New Members
Partner Profiles
Sponsor Index
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