MGM Resorts International has announced the appointment of Ayesha Molino as its next Chief Operating Officer and Gary Fritz as Chief Commercial Officer and President of MGM Digital, marking a significant step in the company’s long-term strategy.
Molino will officially assume her new role on January 1, 2026, succeeding Corey Sanders, who will retire at the end of 2025 after more than three decades with MGM. Currently serving as President and COO of ARIA and Vdara, Molino has been recognized for her ability to deliver operational excellence and lead teams through complex challenges. Since joining MGM in 2017 from the U.S. Senate, she has established herself as a respected executive and continues to serve as a non-executive director of MGM China.
Gary Fritz has been appointed to his new position with immediate effect. Having previously served as President of MGM Resorts International Interactive, Fritz has played a central role in shaping MGM’s digital growth strategy, particularly the expansion of BetMGM into international markets such as Brazil. His new role will unite the company’s digital, gaming, marketing, and advertising functions, enabling a more cohesive approach to MGM’s omnichannel ambitions.
President and CEO Bill Hornbuckle emphasized the importance of these appointments, highlighting Molino’s ability to drive operational success and Fritz’s vision for digital transformation. These leadership changes underscore MGM’s focus on both operational stability and innovative growth, ensuring the company is well-positioned to navigate future opportunities.
The appointments come at a time when MGM has reported record quarterly revenue of $4.4 billion, surpassing analyst expectations. With a stronger leadership team in place, MGM is reinforcing its commitment to growth across both physical and digital markets.
