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George Kliavkoff Joins MGM Resorts International As President Of Entertainment And Sports

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Kliavkoff to lead company’s evolving role within the sports and entertainment marketplace
Longtime Entertainment Executive Richard Sturm to form Entertainment Consulting firm to work exclusively with MGM Resorts

 

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) (“MGM Resorts”) announced that George Kliavkoff has joined the company as President of Entertainment and Sports. Kliavkoff will drive MGM Resorts’ entertainment and sports operations and develop and maintain partnerships within the industry.

In his new role, Kliavkoff is responsible for the operations, finance, strategy, booking, marketing, sponsorships and ticketing for MGM Resorts‘ more than 30 theaters, showrooms and arenas, including T-Mobile Arena (home of the NHL Vegas Golden Knights), MGM Grand Garden, Mandalay Bay Events Center, the Mandalay Bay Beach, Park Theater, the Theater at MGM National Harbor and the MassMutual Center at MGM Springfield. Kliavkoff will be based in Las Vegas and report to MGM Resorts President Bill Hornbuckle.

MGM Resorts is one of the largest live events companies in the world, with offerings that include six Cirque du Soleil shows, hundreds of A-list concerts, magic and comedy shows every year, eSports, and traditional sporting events including boxing, UFC, rodeo, and MGM’s WNBA team, the Las Vegas Aces.

“George is joining our company at an exciting time and will play a key role as we both build on existing successful partnerships as well as continue to expand our industry-leading sports and entertainment offerings,” Hornbuckle said. “His innovative approach and knowledge in the entertainment and digital world will strengthen our reputation as a company that provides world-class experiences for our guests to enjoy.”

Hornbuckle also announced that MGM Resorts was thrilled to be able to continue its important business relationship with Richard Sturm, the company’s long-serving President of Entertainment and Sports, by securing an exclusive three-year consulting agreement with Sturm’s new company, Las Vegas Live Entertainment and Sports. As part of that agreement, Sturm will continue to personally provide invaluable business advice and oversee key relationships for the company.

“Richard is an icon in the Las Vegas sports and entertainment world and we are thrilled to continue his relationship with the MGM Resorts family. Many of the city’s most exciting and successful events over the last two decades can be attributed to Richard’s relationships and deep industry knowledge,” Hornbuckle said.

Kliavkoff joins MGM Resorts with more than 20 years of experience leading media and entertainment strategies. He most recently served as the CEO of Jaunt Inc., an augmented and virtual reality start-up that worked with clients like NFL, NBA, MLB, Manchester United, Uber, Disney and other leading companies to develop immersive content technologies. He previously served in executive roles with top media companies, including serving as Co-President at Hearst Entertainment & Syndication, Chief Digital Officer at NBC Universal and Executive Vice President of Business for Major League Baseball Advanced Media.

Kliavkoff holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Boston University and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Virginia School of Law.

 

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 28 unique hotel offerings including some of the most recognizable resort brands in the industry. Expanding throughout the U.S. and around the world, the company in 2018 opened MGM Springfield in Massachusetts, MGM COTAI in Macau, and the first Bellagio-branded hotel in Shanghai. The 81,000 global employees of MGM Resorts are proud of their company for being recognized as one of FORTUNE® Magazine’s World’s Most Admired Companies®.

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PIN-UP Global invites to join the team of professionals at ICE

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Find out more about the career vacancies in the international iGaming holding PIN-UP Global during the ICE conference, which will be held from January 20 to 22 in Barcelona, where everyone will be able to talk to the recruitment team, and even have an interview right at the PIN-UP stand.  

A separate HirePoint by PIN-UP will be set up at stand 5G31, where the holding company’s recruiters will conduct quick interviews and collect references. It will be possible to make an appointment in a few seconds using a special interactive screen, and there will be nice incentive gifts for participation.

“In just a few minutes it will be possible to book your appointment by completing an application form, present your skills, discuss opportunities and take the first step towards a career at PIN-UP Global. The interactive screen will showcase current vacancies with a quick response option. This is a unique opportunity to learn about career prospects in an international holding company with a strong value system”, says Oksana Izmailova, Chief Human Resources Officer at PIN-UP Global.

PIN-UP Global continues to scale rapidly: in 2024 alone, the holding company’s team has grown by more than 1,400 people to almost 4,000. Such rapid business development every day opens up new opportunities and prospects for both existing team members and those wishing to become part of it. PIN-UP Global regularly conducts employee satisfaction surveys and pays special attention to the development of all team members.

PIN-UP Global is an international iGaming holding company specializing in the development and implementation of advanced technologies, B2B solutions and innovative products for the iGaming industry. PIN-UP Global has offices in Cyprus, Ukraine, Poland, Kazakhstan and Armenia and a team of over 20 nationalities. In 2024, PIN-UP Global received the prestigious “Best Workplace” award from SIGMA, confirming its status as the best employer in the iGaming industry for the second consecutive year.

 

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Million Games Launches First RNG Table Games: Million Baccarat and Million Blackjack

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Million Games is excited to present its first-ever RNG table games: Million Baccarat and Million Blackjack. These timeless casino staples, enjoyed in both brick-and-mortar and online casinos around the world, offering players a thrilling and authentic experience right at their fingertips. With a focus on delivering fun and exciting entertainment, these classic games give players the opportunity to enjoy the excitement and suspense of table games!

Million Baccarat brings the excitement of this global favourite straight to your screen. Players are invited to place their bets as they predict whether the banker or the player will win, or if it’ll end in a tie. With its elegant design and smooth gameplay, Million Baccarat offers an immersive experience that replicates the refined thrill of the casino floor.

For those who love the suspense of Blackjack, Million Blackjack lets players experience the high-stakes game in a RNG format. Fans of the game will enjoy its classic rules – get as close to 21 as possible without going bust, and outsmart the dealer to claim the prize. This version perfectly captures the thrill, where every hand keeps you on the edge of your seat.

With these two releases, Million Games introduces its first RNG table games, bringing a taste of real casino action into the online gaming world. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer, Million Baccarat and Million Blackjack offer an authentic, thrilling experience where the cards are always in your hands.

Million Games CEO, Thomas Nimstad, commented: “We’ve always aimed to bring innovation and creativity to our games, but with Million Baccarat and Million Blackjack, we wanted to stick to the classics. These games have stood the test of time, and now, we’re excited to bring them to the Million Games audience in an engaging and exiting way. We believe that players will enjoy these experiences in a Million ways!”

Both games will be launched later on in January. Looking ahead, Million Games has an exciting lineup of launches scheduled in the coming 6 months. Alongside their own game releases, they will also introduce fresh content from partner studios under the Million Stars program. With more online slots, table games, and innovative gaming experiences on the horizon, Million Games is eager to expand its portfolio and bring even more entertainment to players worldwide.

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Natural8 India welcomes 2025 in style with Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025

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Welcoming 2025 in spectacular style, Natural8 India has announced its latest India Exclusive, Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025, to the delight of poker enthusiasts across the country. The multi-table tournament, scheduled to take place on January 19, will offer participants a chance to fight for the massive event prize pool and the glory of winning a prestigious APT Trophy. But that’s not all, for nine finalists will also secure an all-expense paid trip to participate in APT Manila – competing for the grand prize at a grand stage with some of the sharpest poker players in all of Asia!

With a buy-in of only INR 5,500, Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025 will offer flight and stay packages for nine finalists, worth up to INR 100,000 each, for the upcoming APT Manila Classic. In addition, the top four finalists will secure a Main Event ticket worth INR 90,000 each at APT Manila Classic 2025, while the other five will win Mini Main Event tickets worth INR 37,000 each. The tournament also has various satellites running daily from January 12 to January 19, with a buy-in of just INR 550.

Speaking on the upcoming India Exclusive, Kunal Patni, Executive Director and Country Head – Natural8 India, said, “2024 was a spectacular year for Natural8 India and the broader Indian poker community. Throughout the year, we saw a strong response to the various India Exclusives, which not only nurtured the country’s growing poker landscape but also connected poker enthusiasts to the broader Asian poker scene on a more consistent basis. We took 23 players to various APT events in 2024 through these India Exclusive APT events. With the Natural8 India X APT Manila Classic 2025, we expect a similarly stellar response, especially with mega bonus on offer worth up to INR 15 lakh. Our latest India Exclusive will set the tone for the rest of the year and give poker enthusiasts and professional players across the country a chance to start 2025 on a bang!”

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