His resignation will be effective October 31, 2011. During his tenure, the property experienced a complete transformation of the hotel/casino, as well as a successful re-launch of the brand.
Tropicana Entertainment, LLC has named Tim Maland General Manager of its Mont Bleu Resort, Spa and Casino, according to an announcement by Tropicana Entertainment CEO Scott C. Butera.
Having recently embarked on a $125 million property-wide renovation, Tropicana Las Vegas makes the first of many exciting announcements with today's introduction of two new restaurants: Havana Go Go Cafe and Bacio Pasta & Vino.
Tropicana Entertainment, LLC today announced that Richard L. Baldwin has been appointed the company's vice president, chief financial officer and treasurer. Baldwin, who served in a similar capacity for three years with Shuffle Master Gaming (NASDAQ:SHFL), replaces Robert Kocienski, who resigned this week to pursue other interests.
Ron Thacker, a veteran gaming and casino executive, has been named President of Tropicana Entertainment's casino and resort property in Las Vegas. Thacker will report to COO Robert Yee and will oversee all property operations pending appropriate regulatory approval.
Tropicana Entertainment Holdings, LLC has announced the formation of a new Board of Directors to help restructure the company and shape its long term strategy. The five-member Board is made up of three outside directors, company President Scott C. Butera, who has been named CEO and will report to the Board, and William J. Yung, who stepped down as CEO this week but remains on the Board.