MGM Resorts International Announces Promotions in Legal Department
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MGM Resorts International Announces Promotions in Legal Department
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Category: Worldwide - Careers
- Appointments
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2010-07-19
MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM) has announced the promotions of three key executives in the Company's corporate legal department.
John McManus has been promoted to Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary for MGM Resorts International. In this position, Mr. McManus will provide legal advice to senior management and the Company's Board of Directors. He will also be responsible for oversight of the Company's legal affairs and management of the legal department. Mr. McManus has been with the Company since 2001, and most recently served as Senior Vice President, Acting General Counsel and Secretary.
William "Bill" Scott has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Special Counsel. In this new strategic business role, Mr. Scott will provide leadership in structuring financial transactions, developing strategic initiatives and maintaining relationships with financial institutions. He has worked for MGM Resorts since 2009, and most recently was the Company's Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel.
Phyllis James has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Special Counsel-Litigation and Chief Diversity Officer. In this new position, Ms. James will be responsible for executive oversight and management of Company litigation and continues her leadership of the Company's widely recognized Diversity Initiative. She was previously the Company's Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Chief Diversity Officer. She has worked for MGM Resorts since 2002.
"We are fortunate to have an abundance of talent, experience and insight in our legal department," said Jim Murren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, MGM Resorts. "With these promotions, we've streamlined this vital function and are prepared to meet the needs of our future growth."
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