Category: Mohegan

L-R: Joffre Wells, Kelly Leung, and Kelly Sullivan.

UNCASVILLE, CT – Mohegan has announced Joffre Wells as VP of Capital Markets, Investor Relations and Corporate Treasurer. Kelly Leung and Kelly Sullivan, whose time with Mohegan stretches 10-plus years, have also been promoted to the Mohegan leadership team.

“We are so thrilled to have Joffre Wells join our team as his leadership and financial expertise are a perfect fit for our organization, especially as we continue to grow as a premier operator of integrated entertainment resorts,” said Ray Pineault, President & CEO of Mohegan. “Kelly Sullivan and Kelly Leung are also exemplary team members at Mohegan and their respective promotions are well deserved. Our leadership at Mohegan is as strong as ever as we head into 2024 where we’ll meet new challenges and evolve our brand further.”

As VP of Capital Markets, Investor Relations and Corporate Treasurer, Joffre will help steer Mohegan’s capital planning while further strengthening investor and banking relationships. The role also allows Joffre to use his knowledge to support strategic projects in accounting, financial planning and analysis and team member development. Prior to joining Mohegan, Joffre was a Global Macro Trader for Brandywine Global in Philadelphia, PA. Earlier in his career, he also served as Global Rates Trader – Vice President, for BlackRock out of New York, NY. 

Kelly Leung, who now takes on an elevated role for Mohegan as Senior Vice President of International Marketing, has been part of the Asian marketing efforts at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. As Sr. VP of International Marketing, Leung will remain involved in those key marketing initiatives at Mohegan Sun, while expanding his responsibilities and expertise to Mohegan’s international portfolio, which includes Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara in Niagara Falls, Ontario and now Mohegan Inspire…

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MARKSVILLE, LA – The results of the 2023 KALB-TV Christmas Cheer Food Drive amounted to 82,055 pounds of non-perishable food collected from Avoyelles, Grant, Natchitoches, Rapides, and Vernon parish schools, according to Jayne Wright-Velez, Executive Director of the Food Bank of Central Louisiana. Sponsored by the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana and KALB-TV, local schools participated in the drive to help collect food for the Food Bank of Central Louisiana. The Avoyelles Parish weigh-in took place at Paragon Casino Resort, which is owned by the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana.

“Paragon Casino Resort proudly supports the Christmas Cheer Food Drive along with our partners at the Central Louisiana Food Bank and KALB,” said Marshall Ray Sampson, General Manager of Paragon Casino Resort and Vice Chairman of the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe. “Food insecurity is a growing problem in our community, and we all need to do our part, especially around the holidays, to ensure no neighbor goes hungry. The enduring support of the people of Avoyelles Parish has been instrumental in our growth, and we believe in reciprocating by making a positive impact in our community. Joining forces with the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana and the Food Bank of Central Louisiana, we wish everyone a joyful holiday season and express our gratitude to all who contribute to this important cause.”

The total amount collected in Avoyelles parish was 10,580 pounds; 12,017 pounds in Grant parish; 5,242 pounds in Natchitoches parish; 31,208 pounds in Rapides parish; and 23,008 pounds in Vernon parish.  

The following schools led their parish in donations:

• Avoyelles Parish – Lafargue Elementary (2,442 pounds) and Bunkie High School (4,829 pounds)
• Grant Parish – South Grant Elementary School (5,533 pounds), Grant Junior High (568 pounds), and Georgetown High School (1,681 pounds)
• Natchitoches Parish…

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Six-figure Ultimate Texas Hold’em jackpot win in Las Vegas

29 December 2023

On 28 December, Laurie Sievenpiper of Canada won $360,552 at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas after hitting a Mega Progressive jackpot playing Ultimate Texas Hold’em poker.

 

Station Casinos debuts Nevada’s largest wagering menu

29 December 2023

The STN Sports app offers Nevada’s largest wagering menu, a new user experience, same-game parlay wagering options, higher parlay payouts, a single wallet for race and sports and more.

 

Casino City’s Week 17 NFL Circa Million V 2023 Pro Football Contest Picks

29 December 2023

As we head into the weekend, many teams can begin to clinch their playoff birth with Week 17 wins, or perhaps with a little help from the opposition in different games.

 

T-Pain to be Resorts World Las Vegas’ 2024 resident

29 December 2023

GRAMMY Award-winning artist, producer, songwriter, entrepreneur and global cultural icon T-Pain will be taking center stage at Zouk Nightclub and Ayu Dayclub as the venues’ new…

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Gaming and hospitality firm Mohegan went through several major developments in 2023, among them the first step towards Asian expansion by soft-launching its INSPIRE resort in South Korea in November. However, the company is also working towards growth opportunities elsewhere, including the digital gaming segment, where Mohegan is seeking to secure a premier position by leveraging the latest technological advancements.

In a special interview with Yogonet, Ray Pineault, President and CEO of Mohegan, highlights the company’s strategic investments in 2023, discusses the adoption of emerging trends and AI’s significance in the gaming industry, and reveals some of the company’s plans for 2024. 
 
2023 was a period of tremendous growth for the gaming industry in the US. What is your assessment of the year, and what were the main highlights for Mohegan over the past 12 months? Do you think the industry’s momentum will continue in 2024?

2023 was remarkable for the US gaming industry, witnessing substantial growth and innovation, a trend mirrored by Mohegan’s developments. A key highlight for Mohegan was the soft opening of the Mohegan INSPIRE resort in South Korea on November 30th, marking a pivotal moment of our expansion into the Asian market. This significant step included unveiling multiple facilities like a hotel arena, MICE facilities, and signature restaurants.

The momentum in the gaming industry is being fueled by technological advancements, along with consumers’ growing appetite for both traditional and digital gaming experiences, and it is expected to continue in 2024.

As you mentioned, the year marked Mohegan’s expansion into South Korea through the soft launch of its INSPIRE resort, its first property in the Asian market. What is the significance of a launch of this scale for the company, and what should we expect from it in 2024?

The soft launch…

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Israel says months of fighting lie ahead in Gaza

By Najib Jobain, Jack Jeffery and Colleen Barry The Associated Press

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Israel has vowed to continue the offensive until it destroys Hamas’ military capabilities and returns scores of hostages captured by Palestinian terrorists.

Take a look at possible Super Bowl setup in Las Vegas

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With Las Vegas set to host the Super Bowl in a few short months, the National Football League provided a glimpse of what the festivities could look like.

Student with swastika not provided proper education by CCSD, lawsuit alleges

December 21, 2023 – 3:39 pmDecember 21, 2023 – 3:39 pm

A Jewish student with autism, who returned home from school earlier this year with an apparent swastika carved into his back, was pulled from Clark High School and hasn’t received an adequate education since, his attorneys allege.

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