New President of New Jersey Casino Association Announced
George Goldhoff, the president and CEO of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, has been elected president of the Casino Association of New Jersey, the trade group that represents the nine Atlantic City casinos.
Key Takeaways:
- George Goldhoff the new president of the Casino Association of New Jersey
- Focus on defending Atlantic City amid New York City casino expansion
- Industry leaders discuss regional strategies for market protection and growth
He succeeds Mark Giannantonio, president of Resorts Casino Hotel, who led the association for nearly four years.
Goldhoff joined Hard Rock Atlantic City in January 2023 after leading Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati and brings over three decades of hospitality and gaming experience to the role.
According to the announcement, he intends to work with members, local officials and state leaders to bolster Atlantic City’s economy and tourism base.
“It is an honor to step into the role of Casino Association of New Jersey president and continue the strong foundation that Mark Giannantonio helped build,” Goldhoff said.
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Goldhoff assumes the CANJ presidency as full-scale casinos prepare to open in New York City. This includes a Hard Rock-partnered $8 billion integrated resort at Metropolitan Park.
Industry sources say Initial visitor diversion is likely once the Bronx and Queens projects launch, Academics note Atlantic City’s beachfront assets and Boardwalk experience remain distinctive competitive advantages, as reported by Casino.org.
The leadership change places Goldhoff at the center of regional strategy debates.
