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Friday, November 01 2019 - 23:15
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Witkoff Appoints Bobby Baldwin Vice Chairman of Witkoff and Chief Executive Officer of Drew Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --

Witkoff has named Bobby Baldwin, renowned gaming executive, as Vice Chairman of 
Witkoff and Chief Executive Officer of Drew Las Vegas, a 67-story resort and 
casino in development on the Las Vegas Strip. Baldwin will assume his new role 
immediately. 

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Partnering with a highly respected industry leader signals Witkoff's commitment 
to the long-term success of Drew, which will set the standard for 
next-generation Las Vegas luxury, and to the destination overall. With nearly 
3,800 rooms, the resort will introduce a truly unique take on the Las Vegas 
experience, featuring a state-of-the-art casino, an innovative collection of 
restaurants, shops, and pools, vibrant nightlife options, and groundbreaking 
spa and wellness offerings. 

In his additional role as Witkoff's Vice Chairman, Baldwin will provide 
leadership and insights on projects beyond Las Vegas that are critical to the 
firm's long-term growth strategy.

"As we were making final preparations for construction, we had a unique 
opportunity to work with a transformational leader who has unrivaled 
experience," says Steven Witkoff, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of 
Witkoff. "Bobby sees how far the project has come and is supportive of our 
vision and strategy. He has been at the helm of many preeminent resorts in Las 
Vegas including Mirage, Bellagio, and CityCenter. Given Bobby's industry 
reputation and experience, we believe he's the ideal individual to successfully 
launch this project and to help drive strategy within the overall Witkoff 
enterprise." 

Says Baldwin, "I am thrilled to be a part of the Witkoff organization as well 
as the team at Drew Las Vegas. Witkoff's proven track record in global real 
estate development, financing, and operations makes this the right opportunity, 
particularly when combined with the introduction of the Drew."

Baldwin has an unparalleled track record in Las Vegas and is widely known for 
achieving strong financial outcomes. Prior to becoming Vice Chairman of Witkoff 
and Drew's CEO, Baldwin most recently served as Chief Customer Development 
Officer of MGM Resorts International and President and CEO of CityCenter, an 
approximately $9.2 billion development. 


ABOUT WITKOFF
Witkoff is a vertically-integrated real estate firm that brings inventive 
thinking to every project in our portfolio. Combining an eye for originality, 
an operations-focused approach, and a 30-year track record, Witkoff creates 
unique experiences, thriving businesses, and incredible returns. Witkoff 
participates in all parts of the real estate lifecycle, from deal sourcing and 
pre-development through financing, construction, and operations. The firm 
pursues assets that that have value-add potential and irreplaceable locations 
in markets with high barriers to entry and diversified demand drivers. As a 
result, the firm holds a diverse portfolio that includes hotels, residential 
properties, commercial buildings, and operating businesses, as well as land for 
future development.

ABOUT DREW LAS VEGAS
Drew Las Vegas, a 67-story resort and casino opening in the second quarter of 
2022, will introduce travelers to a distinctive new brand of hospitality. 
Inspired by its home in the Mojave Desert, Drew will weave together indoor and 
outdoor experiences to create an authentic sense of place. At the same time, 
Drew will reach beyond the desert, drawing on worldwide cultural influences to 
create unique, inspiring experiences. Situated on the northern end of the Strip 
at 2777 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Drew Las Vegas will comprise of 
approximately 3,800 rooms and suites and three separate hotel experiences: The 
Reserve by Drew, Marriott International's EDITION, and JW Marriott. Drew will 
also offer over 550,000 square feet of convention space and connect to the Las 
Vegas Convention Center expansion via a pedestrian bridge. The resort will 
feature an innovative collection of restaurants, shops, and pools, vibrant 
nightlife options, and groundbreaking spa and wellness offerings.
 
Source - Witkoff

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