Barbara has broken the glass ceiling for women not only in the gaming industry but businesses everywhere. Recently retired, Barbara was previously with MGM Resorts International as Vice President of Hotel Services, and oversaw the following departments:  Housekeeping, Public Area, Hotel Services, PABX/Telecommunications, and Uniform Control.  She managed a staff of over 1500 employees, and oversaw an annual payroll exceeding $55 million. 

 

Barbara began her career in 1985 at the Golden Nugget-Las Vegas as Executive Housekeeper.  She opened the Mirage in 1989 as Director of Housekeeping.  In 1997 Barbara joined the Bellagio staff as Executive Director of Hotel Services and was later promoted to Vice President of Hotel Services.