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Michael Downs
Chief Operating Officer at DTP Companies - Hospitality, Real Estate Development and Gaming Executive
Michael Downs is the Chief Operating Officer at DTP Companies, a role he has held since July 2021. He was selected by the company's founder, Tony Hsieh, to manage operations for the ambitious Downtown Project in Las Vegas, which encompasses a $350 million investment across 45 acres. Under his leadership, the DTP portfolio has expanded significantly, including over 200 entities, 300,000 square feet of commercial space, and multiple destination hotels and venues.1
Downs has a substantial background in hospitality and operations management, with over two decades of experience in various leadership positions. Before his current role, he served as Executive Vice President of Operations at DTP from December 2012 to July 2021 and held senior positions at notable Las Vegas establishments such as the Bellagio and Tropicana Las Vegas.1 He holds both a Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management and an MBA from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.1
His expertise includes strategic planning, stakeholder management, and talent development, contributing to his success in building company culture and executing development initiatives aligned with DTP's mission.1
