Hard Rock Tejon names Chris Kelly as president

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Hard Rock Tejon names Chris Kelly as president

Hard Rock International, a global leader in entertainment, gaming, and hospitality with its hotels, cafes, casinos, and shops, announced the appointment of Chris Kelly as the president of the company’s soon-to-open project, Hard Rock Tejon.

Chris Kelly is an experienced specialist with his previous roles as president and COO at MGM Resorts International Northeast Group, where he led the company’s operations in Massachusetts, Empire City in Yonkers, New York, and MGM Springfield.

Chris Kelly commented on his appointment:

“I am so thrilled to join the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon team as president. This is an incredible opportunity to lead a dynamic and exciting property that embodies the spirit of entertainment and hospitality. I look forward to working with the talented team here to create unforgettable experiences for our future guests and to drive the continued success and growth of this iconic brand.”

COO of Hard Rock International, Jon Lucas, said:

“A veteran of the casino and resorts space, we are so excited to have Chris join our team and lead operations at the new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon, set to bring premier gaming and live entertainment experiences to the growing Kern County area. We are confident Chris will bring forth his innovative and extensive background in finance and operations, ensuring continued growth and excellence for Hard Rock’s leadership in the gaming industry.”

After Hard Rock Tejon’s grand opening, scheduled to take place in 2025, Chris Kelly will lead the casino and hotel operations and then report them to the company’s COO.

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