LAS VEGAS (Oct. 10, 2022) – Caesars Entertainment, Inc., the largest
casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world’s most
diversified casino-entertainment providers have promoted Kelly Gleeson
Smith to Vice President of Sales, Meetings, and Events. In this new role,
Gleeson Smith leads the global sales strategy for meetings and events
for the enterprise and oversees a team of more than 120 sales
executives.
“Kelly’s career with Caesars Entertainment has been exceptional, and we
could not have chosen a better candidate for this position,” said
Michael Massari, Chief Sales Officer at Caesars Entertainment. “I am
certain that our business will continue to flourish under her
leadership.”
With more than 20 years of sales experience, Gleeson Smith joined
Caesars Entertainment in 2017. In her previous role at the company, she
led East Coast sales efforts and swiftly built an incredible team that
consistently performed. Her thoughtful and intentional approach to
leadership garnered a fierce sense of loyalty among her team members.
Additionally, Gleeson Smith is actively involved with the American
Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and was recently named to the
Industry Partner Alliance board. Her impressive track record with
Caesars Entertainment proves her extensive background in sales and the
hospitality industry.
“My previous years with Caesars Entertainment have been incredibly
rewarding, and I am honored to represent the company in this new
capacity as vice president,” said Kelly Gleeson Smith. “I look forward
to all the challenges and triumphs this new position will afford me
while continuing to lead the team to success.”
A proud graduate of Florida State University, Gleeson Smith continues to
call the Sunshine State home. Outside of her involvement in the meetings
and events industry, Gleeson Smith works as a mentor to young high
school and college-aged girls, guiding their career aspirations and
academic planning to maximize their college experiences.
