Hard Rock International has appointed Chris Kelley as President of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon, which is planned to open late next year.
With bringing over 20 years of experience, Kelley takes on the role of President at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon. He will manage operations at the Kern County, California resort, that will opening in late 2025, and will report to Jon Lucas, Hard Rock International’s COO.
Chris Kelley mentioned:
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.
Kelley served as President & COO of MGM Resorts International Northeast Group and supervised operations at MGM Springfield in Massachusetts and Empire City in New York.
His career at MGM Resorts also included roles as President & COO of MGM Northfield Park and CFO of MGM Detroit. At Viejas Casino & Resort in San Diego, he was both CFO and General Manager.
Jon Lucas added:
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.
