Casino Resort & Spa Appoints Long-Time Gaming Expert Mike Bean as CEO
:NEW CEO AT MORONGO CASINO RESORT & SPA: Get ready for some exciting changes at the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, as Mike Bean steps into the role of CEO, overseeing both the resort and its sister property, Casino Morongo.
Mike Bean, a seasoned vet in the gaming and hospitality industry with over 30 years of experience under his belt, is known for his leadership and knack for driving large-scale growth. He's graced some of the top gaming destinations in the country, including Mohegan Sun, Foxwoods Resort Casino, and Harrah's Entertainment, leaving an indelible impact at each stop.
Previously serving as CEO of Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment, Bean played a pivotal role in the organization's growth strategies and the launch of its fifth casino. With his leadership, he aims to take Morongo Casino Resort & Spa to new heights.
Tribal Chairman Charles Martin praises Bean's extensive background in tribal gaming and hospitality, describing him as the "ideal fit" for this position. Martin believes Bean's "strategic vision and operational expertise" will help Morongo Casino Resort & Spa achieve new heights, enriching guest experiences and establishing a solid foundation for further growth.
Bean's impressive portfolio includes major successes, such as his role in growing Foxwoods Resort Casino into one of the largest casinos in the world and his key contributions to Mohegan Sun Pocono, Pennsylvania's first casino and Mohegan Sun's first commercial casino.
"I'm thrilled to join the exceptionally talented team at Morongo and contribute to its continued growth and success," Bean said. "Morongo is a nationally recognized leader in tribal gaming, and I'm excited to build on its strong foundation and advance the Tribe's vision."
The Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, celebrating its 20th anniversary last year, boasts luxurious resort amenities, thrilling gaming, and world-class dining. Under Bean's leadership, the resort and Casino Morongo are poised to continue their trajectory of growth and innovation. Bean replaces Richard St. Jean, who led Morongo to unprecedented growth over the past five years before stepping down in 2024.
For those eager to learn more about Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, it can be found along the 10 Freeway near Palm Springs, California. Owned and operated by the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, the resort offers a sprawling gaming center, five top-rated restaurants, a stunning pool with private cabanas, a world-class spa, and much more. To explore further, visit morongocasinoresort.com.
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- Mike Bean, the new CEO of Morongo Casino Resort & Spa and Casino Morongo, is set to oversee both properties, promising exciting changes and growth.
- With over 30 years of experience in the gaming and hospitality industry, Bean was noted for his leadership and strategic vision at previous roles at Mohegan Sun, Foxwoods Resort Casino, and Harrah's Entertainment.
- Bean's extensive background in tribal gaming and hospitality makes him an ideal fit for the position, as stated by Tribal Chairman Charles Martin.
- In his previous role as CEO of Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment, Bean played a significant part in the organization's growth strategies and the launch of its fifth casino.
- Aside from the casinos, the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa offers luxurious resort amenities, world-class dining, and sports-betting experiences, among other features.
- With Bean at the helm, the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa and Casino Morongo aim to continue their trajectory of growth and innovation, maintaining their position as a national leader in casino-and-gambling, casino-games, and casino-culture, while also offering sports and sports-betting options.
