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With a massive global presence, Hard Rock International is one of the world's most globally recognized brands. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, memorable dining experiences, Hard Rock Live performance venues and more.

SENIOR LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE

As one of the world’s most globally recognized brands, our Senior Leadership Committee represents and supports all facets of Hard Rock International’s operations, growth, and culture. Learn more about this team below.

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DAVID HOENEMEYER
Chief Operating Officer, Seminole Gaming

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DEBORAH GENTRY DAVIS
Vice President of Human Resources, Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati

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EDWARD AGUILAR
General Manager Seminole Classic Casino

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Jeff Hook

JEFF HOOK
Chief Operating Officer, Hard Rock International

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JIM ALLEN
Chairman, Hard Rock International and Hard Rock Digital
Chief Executive Officer, Seminole Gaming
Former Chairman, American Gaming Association

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Keith Sheldon

KEITH SHELDON
President of Entertainment and Brand Management, Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming

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STACY GALLOT
Assistant General Manager for Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood

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Stephanie Piimauna

STEPHANIE PIIMAUNA
Senior Vice President, People and Inclusion, Seminole Hard Rock Support Services

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TRACY BRADFORD
President of Seminole Hard Rock Support Services

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VINCENT ZAHN
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Seminole Gaming, Hard Rock International

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Latest Headlines

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Accor Group & Hard Rock International Sign Global Strategic Partnership

John Rees, Senior Vice President of Hotels, Hard Rock International; Phil Zrihen, Deputy CEO of Ennismore and CEO of its Lifestyle Collective; Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International and CEO of Seminole Gaming; Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO of Accor; Jeff Hook, COO of Hard Rock International; and Agnes Roquefort, Chief Development Officer of Accor, celebrating the landmark partnership between Hard Rock International and Accor in Ft. Lauderdale on November 2, 2026. Photo courtesy of AJ Shorter for Hard Rock International & Accor.


Hollywood, FL —
Accor, a global leader in hospitality, and Hard Rock International, a renowned entertainment and hospitality brand, have announced a global strategic partnership covering loyalty, distribution, and international development.

Upon successful closing of this transaction, this partnership will enhance the loyalty programs for both ALL Accor and Unity members while broadening Hard Rock’s distribution network. In addition, Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, will provide development and operational support, strengthening the growth opportunities for the Hard Rock brand portfolio. Guests can already experience the benefits of this partnership at Hard Rock Hotel New York, an iconic destination that reflects the energy and hospitality of the global brand.

Hard Rock Joins the ALL Accor Distribution & Loyalty Platform

Hotels within the Hard Rock brand portfolio, including Hard Rock Hotels, Reverb by Hard Rock, Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos, and Hard Rock Hotel & Residences, will have the option to join the globally renowned ALL Accor distribution and loyalty platform, gaining access to over 125 million ALL Accor members worldwide. Accor will connect participating Hard Rock hotels to its global sales and distribution network, broadening the brand’s reach, while Hard Rock continues to operate its own direct marketing and distribution channels.

The partnership aims to enhance access to benefits for members by bolstering both loyalty programs—ALL Accor and Unity by Hard Rock—including point conversion and status matching, helping to quickly introduce this new partnership to existing members.

Ennismore to accelerate development of Hard Rock Hotels internationally

Joining Ennismore as a partner brand, the group will oversee the development of the Hard Rock brand, leveraging its global development team and strong track record and expertise in expanding lifestyle brands across major markets. Led by Ennismore and the wider Accor development team, the group will grow the brand across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Pacific, expanding into new markets and destinations for the first time.

“Hard Rock has always believed in the power of music, entertainment and hospitality to bring people together, and this partnership carries that spirit to more guests, in more places, than ever before,” said Jim Allen, Chief Executive Officer of Hard Rock International. “Together with Accor and Ennismore, we are opening a new chapter for our brand, one that will introduce Hard Rock to exciting new destinations around the world and give Unity by Hard Rock members expanded access, reciprocal benefits and unforgettable new ways to experience our resorts.”

Sébastien Bazin, Chairman & CEO of Accor, said: “We are incredibly proud and excited to partner with Hard Rock, one of the world’s most iconic and globally recognized hospitality and entertainment brands. With its extraordinary heritage, powerful identity and unique ability to connect music, entertainment and hospitality, Hard Rock will bring an exciting new world of experiences to our guests, while opening up exceptional opportunities to connect with new audiences around the globe. This landmark partnership is a powerful demonstration of the strength, scale and global reach of ALL Accor, our unique platform connecting more than 125 million members across 110 countries with exceptional brands and experiences. Combined with Ennismore’s unrivalled expertise in operating culturally relevant lifestyle brands and experiences, we have a tremendous opportunity to accelerate Hard Rock Hotels’ global expansion and unlock significant value for all our stakeholders. Together, we are bringing the power of two exceptional platforms to build something truly distinctive and further reinforce our leadership in lifestyle hospitality worldwide.”


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Media Contacts

Accor
Alexis Blottiere
Director of Media Relations
alexis.blottiere@accor.com

Ennismore
Marcos Eleftheriou
VP of Corporate Communications, Ennismore
marcos.eleftheriou@ennismore.com

Hard Rock
Golin Ketchum at HardRock@omnicompr.com

About Accor

Accor is a world-leading hospitality group offering stays and experiences across more than 110 countries with over 5,800 hotels and resorts, 10,000 bars & restaurants, wellness facilities and flexible workspaces. The Group has one of the industry’s most diverse hospitality ecosystems, encompassing more than 45 hotel brands from luxury to economy, as well as lifestyle, with Ennismore. ALL Accor, the booking platform and loyalty program embodies the Accor promise during and beyond the hotel stay and gives its members access to unique experiences. Accor is focused on driving positive action through business ethics, responsible tourism, environmental sustainability, community engagement, diversity, and inclusivity. Accor’s mission is reflected in the Group’s purpose: Pioneering the art of responsible hospitality, connecting cultures, with heartfelt care. Founded in 1967, Accor SA is headquartered in France. Included in the CAC 40 index, the Group is publicly listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ISIN code: FR0000120404) and on the OTC Market (Ticker: ACCYY) in the United States. For more information, please visit group.accor.com or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.

About Hard Rock®

Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in nearly 80 countries spanning more than 300 venues including owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Locations and Cafes. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia with more than 89,000 pieces displayed at locations around the globe. The Unity™ by Hard Rock global loyalty program rewards members for doing the things they love across participating properties. In addition, Hard Rock Digital spotlights the sports betting and iGaming experience with products remixed in the spirit of Hard Rock for players worldwide.

HRI has received numerous industry, destination and workplace awards across the travel, hospitality, gaming, entertainment and food & beverage sectors. HRI currently holds investment grades from primary investment-grade rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings (BBB), Moody's Investors Service (Baa2), and Fitch Ratings (BBB). For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.

About Ennismore

Ennismore is a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with creativity and purpose at their heart. Founded in 2011 by entrepreneur Sharan Pasricha, Ennismore and Accor entered a joint venture in 2021, creating a new autonomous entity and the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, with Accor holding a majority shareholding. Ennismore comprises three pillars: a lifestyle collective rooted in culture and community, immersive resorts creating havens for escapism and entertainment, and iconic luxury venues pioneering the art of exclusive culinary destinations. Ennismore has an unrivalled ecosystem of 14 hotel brands, comprising 190+ hotels and 150+ in the pipeline; 90+ Paris Society Venues and over 700 restaurant and bar concepts; and a network of over 30 branded residences. Ennismore operates hotels in over 40 countries with more than 35,000 team members. Ennismore has four dedicated in-house studios: Paris Society Consulting for F&B curation, AIME Studios for interior & graphic design, a Digital Product & Tech Innovation Lab, and a Partnerships Studio. Dis-loyalty is Ennismore’s travel and food membership dedicated to lifestyle. Ennismore is committed to positively impacting the world, with a key focus on creating inclusive communities among its teams and in the places it calls home.

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*Figures as of the end of June 2026.

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HARD ROCK CASINO TEJON BREAKS GROUND ON NEW HARD ROCK HOTEL AS PART OF A $725M EXPANSION

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon Rendering. Credit: Hard Rock Casino Tejon

Images, B-roll footage from the groundbreaking ceremony, and renderings are available here.

The Tejon Indian Tribe and Hard Rock International today celebrated the groundbreaking of the next major phase of Hard Rock Casino Tejon, a more than $725 million investment that will transform the property into Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tejon, a full-service resort and entertainment destination.

Tribal leaders, Hard Rock executives, elected officials, community leaders and project partners gathered at the property today to commemorate the start of construction on the expansion, which will add a 406-room hotel, expanded gaming, new dining and entertainment offerings, convention and meeting space, resort-style pools and a full-service Rock Spa® with an anticipated opening of Summer 2028.

The project is expected to create more than 1,500 construction jobs during development, representing another significant investment in jobs, tourism and economic activity in Kern County and the Southern San Joaquin Valley.

“Today marks another historic milestone for the Tejon Indian Tribe and the vision we have worked generations to achieve,” said Octavio Escobedo III, Chairman of the Tejon Indian Tribe. “Hard Rock Casino Tejon has already created jobs, opportunity and economic benefits for our Tribe and the surrounding community. This next investment builds upon that success and brings us closer to our long-term vision of creating a world-class resort destination that will serve our guests, strengthen our regional economy and create opportunities for generations to come.”

The centerpiece of the expansion will be a Hard Rock Hotel, offering a range of king and double-queen accommodations including 119 suites complemented by resort style pools and a Rock Spa®. The hotel will complement an expanded collection of resort, dining, gaming, meeting and entertainment amenities.

The expansion will include:

  • 406 hotel rooms, including 119 suites
  • 900 additional slot machines, bringing the property to 3,000 slots
  • Addition of Council Oak Steaks & Seafood
  • Two additional dining outlets in The Marketplace
  • A new Center Bar
  • Multi-use convention and event space, including three smaller meeting and conference rooms, pre-function space and an outdoor event lawn
  • Two resort-style pools featuring cabanas and daybeds
  • Rock Spa®, featuring 13 treatment rooms

“This groundbreaking represents an exciting next chapter for Hard Rock Casino Tejon,” said Mike Bean, Property President of Hard Rock Casino Tejon. “In less than a year, this property has established itself as a premier gaming and entertainment destination in California. The addition of the hotel and these exceptional resort amenities will allow us to elevate the guest experience even further, attract visitors from across California and beyond, and create a true destination resort that reflects the energy, hospitality and entertainment Hard Rock is known for around the world.”

The addition of the hotel and amenities will create 1,500 construction jobs as well as an additional 350 permanent positions, bringing Hard Rock Hotel and Casino  to over 1,700 permanent positions.

The expansion follows the successful opening of Hard Rock Casino Tejon in November 2025. Located on Tejon Indian tribal land in Mettler, less than 15 miles south of Bakersfield, the property has quickly become a major entertainment and tourism destination for Kern County and California’s Southern San Joaquin Valley.

Construction on the expansion begins immediately following today’s groundbreaking ceremony. Additional details regarding the project, including construction milestones and the anticipated opening timeline, will be announced as development progresses.

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About Hard Rock Casino Tejon

Since its opening, Hard Rock Casino Tejon has positioned itself as a premier entertainment destination along the I-5 corridor, just 90 minutes north of Los Angeles. The property features 150,000 square feet of gaming space, 2,100 slot machines, over 60 table games, and multiple dining destinations, including the iconic Hard Rock Cafe, The Marketplace, Deep Cut Steak | Seafood and YouYu.

The entertainment venue is located less than 15 miles south of Bakersfield, on Tejon Indian tribal land in Mettler, situated at the southernmost tip of California’s Southern San Joaquin Valley and nestled near the base of the historic Grapevine Mountain Pass that connects Southern California to the Central Valley. This region of the San Joaquin Valley is home to one of the most productive agricultural counties in the country and is the center point of the state with access to the Central Coast and both Northern and Southern California within a couple hours’ drive.

About Hard Rock® 
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in nearly 80 countries spanning more than 300 venues including owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Locations and Cafes. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia with more than 88,000 pieces displayed at locations around the globe. The Unity™ by Hard Rock global loyalty program rewards members for doing the things they love across participating properties. In addition, Hard Rock Digital spotlights the sports betting and iGaming experience with products remixed in the spirit of Hard Rock for players worldwide.  

HRI has received numerous industry, destination and workplace awards across the travel, hospitality, gaming, entertainment and food & beverage sectors. HRI currently holds investment grades from primary investment-grade rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings (BBB) and Fitch Ratings (BBB). For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com

Media Contacts
Jimmy Yee – Yankee Communications – jyee@yankeecommunications.us
Aurora Olivetti – Murphy O’Brien Public Relations – hardrocktejon@murphyobrien.com
Kathy DeGolia – Hard Rock Casino Tejon – kathy.degolia@hrhctejon.com

Rendering of Hard Rock Hotel Tejon
Seminole Tribe
of Florida

Building on its rich heritage of courageous and groundbreaking achievements, the Seminole Tribe of Florida acquired the Hard Rock brand in 2007 and is now poised to expand its horizon even further, to all corners of the globe.

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FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Hotel Development

Since 2015, Hard Rock has seen 250% in hotel & resort portfolio growth.

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Cafe Development

Hard Rock owns, operates and franchises Cafes in iconic cities across the globe.

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Casino Development

Hard Rock has solidified it’s place as one of the world’s leading casino operators.

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More Than
Just a Job

Making up this cultural icon, with more than 60,000 Hard Rockers, over 300 venues (including cafes, hotels. casinos, rock shops, live music venues and ecommerce in 70 countries, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies.

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Employees
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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Employees
Social
Responsibility

Since 1971, our mission at Hard Rock has been to “do well by doing good” in our Local and Global communities, In a world where Corporate Philanthropy has become a new business strategy for many organizations, we are proud to say that our pursuit to Love-All – Serve All has been part of our DNA since DAY 1.

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