For more information, visit or follow on Facebook and Twitter. MGM National Harbor is owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). The 24-story, 308-room resort features premier amenities and experiences for locals as well as visitors from around the world including a dynamic two-level casino with over 160,000 square feet of space that includes slots, table games and poker a world-class spa and salon an entertainment theater with flexible seating for up to 3,000 high- end branded retail 50,000 square feet of meeting space and restaurants from renowned local, national, and international chefs. to the north and historic sites, including George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate across the river in Virginia. The $1.4 billion LEED® Gold Certified resort sits a short distance from Washington, D.C. Located in an unrivaled setting, MGM National Harbor offers stunning panoramic views of the eastern shore of the Potomac River in Maryland. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of New Orleans. Through her tenure with the global entertainment company, Johnson led Gold Strike in Tunica, MS, first as General Manager and then as President & COO before joining MGM National Harbor in 2017.

Johnson’s gaming and hospitality career spans over 25 years, having served in leadership roles at major properties throughout the U.S prior to joining MGM Resorts International in 2015. “I was able to witness many of our resort’s successes during my previous three and a half years there, and I’m looking forward to working with the team towards many more in the years to come.” “I am thrilled to be back in Maryland where I look forward to reengaging with our employees and reconnecting with the Prince George’s County community,” said Johnson.

There, she became the first Black woman to run a casino in the state’s premier gaming city, adding to her long list of firsts in the industry.

Over the last year and a half, Johnson served as the President & COO of Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, an MGM Resorts International destination in Atlantic City, NJ. Johnson previously led the Prince George’s County, Maryland-based resort and casino from December 2017 through May 2020.

She will oversee the property’s day-to-day operations, provide strategic direction and focus on employee engagement and community relations. NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., (January 6, 2022) – MGM Resorts International has announced the reappointment of Melonie Johnson as President & Chief Operating Officer (COO) of MGM National Harbor.

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