Roy Corby has been named general manager of Rush Street Interactive’s (RSI) Rivers Casino Portsmouth, Virginia, bringing three decades of industry experience to the position.
“I’m thrilled to bring Rush Street’s proven model of state-of-the-art gaming, superior guest experience, team member development and community partnership to Portsmouth and Hampton Roads,” said Corby. “I’ve seen first-hand the positive economic impact regional casinos have on their host cities, and I can’t wait to get started.”
The casino, set to open in 2023, will feature slots, gaming tables, poker and sports betting. According to RSI, it will create 1,300 permanent positions and 1,400 construction jobs.