Confirmed yesterday (20 February), Castro joins Resorts World Las Vegas with immediate effect. Castro will lead the resort’s financial strategy, operational execution, and long-term growth initiatives.
The role will include overseeing strategic planning and direction, investment activities, and operational efficiencies. Castro will also collaborate with the leadership team to expand the resort’s offerings and enhance guest experiences.
Castro brings with him years of experience in the gambling industry, He was most recently senior vice president and CFO of AIA Resort & Casino.
Prior to this, he spent 18 months with MGM Resorts International. Castro also had a nine-and-a-half-year spell as senior vice president and CFO at Mandalay Bay.
Earlier in his career, he also worked across senior roles for both Paris/Bally’s Las Vegas and Caesars Entertainment.
Castro joins at “pivotal time”
“Resorts World Las Vegas is an incredible property,” Castro said. “I am honored to take on this role. I look forward to working with our team to drive financial excellence, enhance our guest experience, and support the continued success of this extraordinary property.”
Resorts World Las Vegas board chairman Jim Murren also welcomed the appointment. He said: “Carlos is joining Resorts World Las Vegas at a pivotal time, as we continue to invest in the future of this property and solidify our place as a top-tier destination.
“His depth of experience in financial leadership and operations will be instrumental as we execute our strategic vision and drive long-term success. We are confident in his ability to help shape the next phase of growth for Resorts World Las Vegas.”
Another new addition at Resorts World Las Vegas
Castro is the latest senior appointment at the Nevada-based resort after it came under fire last year.
In August 2024 the Nevada Gaming Control Board filed a 12-count complaint against the resort and parent company, Genting Berhad. The regulatory complaint was in relation to allegations of anti-money laundering compliance failures.
While Resorts World Las Vegas waits on the outcome, it has made several changes to its senior team. These include bringing in Alex Dixon as its new CEO.
Meanwhile, in December, owner Genting announced a new board of directors to oversee the resort. Chaired by Murren, the former CEO of MGM Resorts International, the board features a number of high-profile industry figures.
These include A.G. Burnett, the former chair of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, industry veteran Michelle DiTondo, and Genting’s president and COO, Kong Han Tan. In addition, this month saw Brian Sandoval, former Nevada governor, also join the board of directors.
