Rishi Kapoor has been appointed SVP - Intl Development at MGM Hospitality in Dubai
In this role, he will direct development activities in Asia, India, the Middle East and North Africa for the division of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) focused on developing non- gaming luxury hotels and resorts in key destinations around the world. Mr. Kapoor, who is based in Dubai, brings to the position 20 years of experience in the luxury hospitality sector in areas including operations, marketing, strategy and development. In his most recent position as vice president of development-India for the division, he led in the expansion of the Bellagio, MGM Grand and Skylofts brands. Before joining the division, he worked as director of strategy and marketing for The Imperial, New Delhi. There, he led the rebranding, repositioning and management turnaround of this historic property in India to its current iconic luxury hotel brand. His experience also includes various marketing and operations positions with The Oberoi Group and ITC Hotels.
