Jim Murren

Jim Murren is an accomplished American businessman with a diverse and impressive career. Professional Highlights:

• Current Roles:
  • CEO and Executive Chairman of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
  • Chairman of General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority
  • Co-Chairman of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
  • Co-Founder of ACIES Investments

COVID-19 Leadership: During the pandemic, Jim Murren served as the Chairman of the COVID-19 Response, Relief & Recovery Task Force for the State of Nevada from March 2020 to September 2021.1 He was instrumental in coordinating the state's pandemic response and advocated for collaborative efforts, noting that "the fight against COVID-19 cannot be won by individual cities or even states alone".2

Previous Career Milestones::

• Chairman & CEO of MGM Resorts International (2008-2020)1
• Played a crucial role in navigating MGM through the Great Recession
• Recognized for diversity and inclusion initiatives at MGM
• Instrumental in bringing professional sports to Las Vegas, including founding the Vegas Golden Knights

Additional Achievements::

• Board member for multiple organizations including Howard University, Trinity College, PLAYSTUDIOS, and Simplebet
• Former Wall Street analyst specializing in hotel and gaming industries
• Youngest member ever of the Cyrus J. Lawrence Board of Directors1