“Anthony’s deep knowledge of the Atlantic City and Northeast region is an invaluable asset to the company,” said Jim Allen. A Philadelphia native, Faranca is a seasoned casino executive with extensive experience managing large gaming properties in several states including Maryland, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. In Atlantic City, Anthony Faranca will be promoted to property President, subject to regulatory approval, effective September 1. He is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Lupo is no stranger to Las Vegas, having worked at various Boyd Gaming properties in Las Vegas and in Laughlin, Nevada, including the former Stardust Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, where he was the Director of Race and Sportsbook. I am confident Joe Lupo will achieve even greater success at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas.”
“Thanks to his dedication and expertise, financial results continue to outperform expectations, while our team members share an unmatched commitment to guest service and satisfaction. “As president of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City for the past four years, Joe Lupo has achieved amazing results,” said Allen. Allen said Lupo is uniquely qualified to become the President of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas. Lupo’s new position in Las Vegas was announced today by Hard Rock International Chairman Jim Allen, who is the driving force and vision behind Hard Rock International’s purchase of The Mirage Hotel & Casino and the company’s plan to construct an iconic Guitar Hotel on the Las Vegas strip. He was named President of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City in November 2018, after spending two successful years at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. An Ohio native, Lupo has more than three decades of casino gaming experience. Lupo will take over the role once the Nevada Gaming Commission licensing process has concluded. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Joe Lupo has been named President of the future Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, subject to regulatory approval of Hard Rock International’s previously announced plans to purchase The Mirage Hotel & Casino from MGM Resorts International. The company also owns, operates and franchises 175 Cafes in iconic cities including London, New York, Tokyo, Osaka, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney and Dubai.HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Aug. New Hard Rock Hotel projects include Abu Dhabi, Atlanta, Berlin, Dubai, London, Los Cabos, New York City, and Shenzhen, Dalian and Haikou in China. Upcoming new Hard Rock Cafe locations include Valencia, Innsbruck, Yangon and Chengdu. Our extensive portfolio includes exciting resorts and hotels locations in Bali, Chicago, Cancun, Ibiza, Las Vegas, and San Diego, among others.
The Hard Rock Tampa Hotel & Casino is the most successful Integrated Resort in the United States where Florida is the home and headquarters of Hard Rock International and its parent company, the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, and Hard Rock Live performance venues. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. With venues in 74 countries, Hard Rock is one of the most globally recognized brands.