MGM Resorts International announced that Chief Operating Officer Corey Sanders will retire after more than three decades with the company.
Sanders will remain in his role until December 31st, 2025, before transitioning to senior advisor to the President and CEO through December 31st, 2026. The company said it will name his successor later this month.
According to the announcement, Sanders played a pivotal role in shaping MGM Resorts’ growth and operations. He oversaw the company’s Las Vegas and regional properties, as well as corporate functions including Hospitality, Gaming, Human Resources, and Strategic Initiatives. Earlier in his career, he served as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer and held senior leadership positions across MGM MIRAGE, MGM Grand Resorts, and MGM Grand.
Bill Hornbuckle, President and CEO of MGM Resorts, praised Sanders’ contributions: “It’s impossible to overstate what Corey has meant to this company over the last 30-plus years. He has been a constant presence, providing foundational leadership for key moments that have defined our history – from our acquisitions of Mirage Group and Mandalay Resort Group to our regional property expansions like Springfield, National Harbor, Empire City, and Borgata. More importantly, Corey helped us put all the different pieces together to create one company and one culture. He will be deeply missed.”
