Key points:
- The NBCUniversal executive also represents the 13th member to be added to MGM Resorts’ Board of Directors
- President and CEO Bill Hornbuckle stated the operator looks forwards to “leveraging” Langley’s experience in entertainment as MGM Resorts continues to develop its own proprietary content
MGM Resorts has officially welcomed NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studios Chairwoman Donna Langley as the 13th member of its Board of Directors, providing “valuable” experience in entertainment and marketing.
"We welcome Donna to our board and look forward to leveraging her deep and valuable experience in the entertainment space as we continue developing and producing our own proprietary sports and entertainment content for our guests,” MGM Resorts President and CEO Bill Hornbuckle said.
“Donna is globally recognized as an innovative and influential leader with a special skill for reshaping industries, invigorating brands and leading organizations through change. She will be a tremendous asset to our executive team at MGM Resorts."
Langley currently leads decision-making across NBCUniversal with full oversight of all entertainment programming and marketing across platforms such as Peacock, Bravo and NBC.
"MGM Resorts is the global leader across gaming, hospitality and live entertainment. Joining their board as they continue to ideate and innovate on best-in-class experiences for multi-generational audiences is an exciting challenge I'm delighted to take on with my fellow board members and the incredible management team,” Langley said.
Langley also oversees global creative strategy, business operations, production, acquisitions and distribution for the entertainment company’s Film and Television Studios.
Good to know: Monumental Sports Network entered into a new agreement with Play Anywhere and BetMGM on February 3 for the integration of gamification and real-time sports betting options to the Monumental+ app
"Donna will be a tremendous asset to the board and to the company as it continues pursuing its vision to be the world's premiere gaming entertainment company," MGM Resorts Board of Directors Chairman Paul Salem said.
"Her entertainment background and experience, especially in areas like content strategy, programming, distribution and marketing, will be invaluable as she offers her guidance to the company and its leaders."
The appointment follows BetMGM’s recent partnership with Fremantle, which gives the operator intellectual property rights to TV game shows “Family Feud” and “The Price is Right” that can be used to create table games, slots and non-traditional casino games.
