Jeff Mochal Joins MGM Resorts International as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications

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MGM Resorts International announced the appointment of Jeff Mochal as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications on March 29, 2021. Mochal, previously with LPL Financial, will lead corporate communications, media relations, and sustainability strategies. He brings extensive experience from senior positions at McDonald's and other firms. Ayesha Molino has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, overseeing public affairs and communications strategies. This move is crucial as MGM aims to capitalize on opportunities in mobile gaming post-pandemic.

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• Appointment of Jeff Mochal enhances corporate communications strategy.
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LAS VEGAS, March 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts International today announced that Jeff Mochal has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications. Mochal will oversee the company's corporate communications and strategic positioning, leading issues management strategy and proactive media relations, internal communications and social impact and sustainability messaging strategies for issues affecting MGM Resorts on a global scale.

With decades of experience in corporate communications, Mochal joins MGM Resorts from LPL Financial, where, as Senior Vice President for Marketing and Communication, he led public and media relations, employee and advisor communication, corporate social responsibility, research marketing, new store sales marketing, and crisis and issues management.

Mochal will be based in Las Vegas and report to Ayesha Molino, who has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Public Affairs. In this role, Molino will manage the MGM Resorts' overall public affairs strategy and oversee the company's corporate communications and government affairs programs. Molino will continue to report to Executive Vice President and General Counsel John McManus.

"Jeff is joining the company at a crucial time. His skills and expertise will be invaluable as our industry recovers from the pandemic and MGM Resorts seizes on rapidly growing opportunities in mobile gaming and executes on its goal to become the premier global omni-channel gaming, hospitality, and entertainment company," said Molino. "Jeff's strong background and years of experience defining a corporate mission and strategy as a clear and compelling narrative makes him a valuable addition to this leadership team."

Prior to LPL Financial, Mochal held senior communications positions at McDonald's, ConAgra Foods and Hardee's. At McDonald's, he helped create and lead U.S. and global public relations strategies for the Olympics, FIFA World Cup, Ronald McDonald, Happy Meals, and the "I'm Lovin' It!" campaign. 

Mochal holds a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Northern Iowa and a M.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame.

About MGM Resorts International
MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is an S&P 500® global entertainment company with national and international locations featuring best-in-class hotels and casinos, state-of-the-art meetings and conference spaces, incredible live and theatrical entertainment experiences, and an extensive array of restaurant, nightlife and retail offerings. MGM Resorts creates immersive, iconic experiences through its suite of Las Vegas-inspired brands. The MGM Resorts portfolio encompasses 29 unique hotel and destination gaming offerings in the United States and Macau, including some of the most recognizable resort brands in the industry such as Bellagio, MGM Grand, ARIA and Park MGM. The Company's 50/50 venture, BetMGM, LLC, offers U.S. sports betting and online gaming through market-leading brands, including BetMGM and partypoker. The Company is currently pursuing targeted expansion in Asia through the integrated resort opportunity in Japan. Through its "Focused on What Matters: Embracing Humanity and Protecting the Planet" philosophy, MGM Resorts commits to creating a more sustainable future, while striving to make a bigger difference in the lives of its employees, guests, and in the communities where it operates. The global employees of MGM Resorts are proud of their company for being recognized as one of FORTUNE® Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies®. For more information, please visit us at www.mgmresorts.com. Please also connect with us @MGMResortsIntl on Twitter as well as Facebook and Instagram.

CONTACTS:

News Media
BRIAN AHERN
Director of Corporate Media Relations         
media@mgmresorts.com

Investment Community
CATHERINE PARK
Executive Director, Investor Relations
cpark@mgmresorts.com

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Who is Jeff Mochal and what is his role at MGM?

Jeff Mochal is the newly appointed Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at MGM Resorts International, focusing on communications and media relations.

What significant change occurred at MGM Resorts on March 29, 2021?

On March 29, 2021, MGM Resorts announced Jeff Mochal's appointment as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications.

How does Jeff Mochal's experience benefit MGM Resorts?

Mochal's extensive experience in corporate communications and crisis management will enhance MGM's strategic positioning and media relations.

What is the focus of MGM Resorts' new communication strategy?

MGM Resorts' new communication strategy focuses on corporate communications, issues management, media relations, and sustainability messaging.