MIAMI
Genting Malaysia Berhad announced the appointment of Patricia (Missy) Lawrence as President of Resorts World Bimini (RWB).
In her new role, Lawrence will oversee all operations at the recently completed resort including gaming, entertainment, hotel, transportation and dining. In addition to being responsible for operations at RWB, she will also oversee the Genting-owned Hilton Miami Downtown which recently underwent a $30 million renovation and offers 500 guest rooms and 45,000 square feet of meeting space.
“Missy brings her tremendous experience in marketing and operating entertainment destinations around the world to Resorts World Bimini - the Caribbean’s most modern and pristine resort,” said CY Lee, president & chief operating officer, Genting Malaysia Berhad. “With over two decades in the hospitality industry, much of it spent carefully creating unique customer experiences for guests, we are extremely confident that Missy will ensure the resort becomes a destination of choice for travelers to the Bahamas and the Caribbean.”
Lawrence has more than 23 years of experience in the hospitality and gaming industry, the last six of those year having been with Genting. Her most recent role within the company was with Genting Hong Kong as SVP of Marketing for Resorts World at Sea, managing casino marketing across the company’s three cruise brands – Crystal Cruises, Dream Cruises and Star Cruises.
Prior to working for Genting Hong Kong, Lawrence opened Resorts World New York City as VP of Marketing and oversaw the initial startup of operations at RWB. Before joining Genting, she served in various executive roles at Isle of Capri Casinos.
“Genting has built a truly exceptional resort on the island of Bimini. From the new Hilton-branded hotel to the pristine white sand beaches, the property is game-changing for the hospitality industry in the region, and I am extremely proud to be a part of its future success,” said Patricia Lawrence, president of RWB. “I am also excited about the opportunity to showcase the Hilton Miami Downtown which is completing an extensive, $30 million renovation that will make the 500-room hotel an attractive destination for travelers visiting Miami and splitting their stay on Bimini.”
Genting Malaysia Berhad is a subsidiary of the global Genting Group, a Malaysian-based conglomerate, operating destination resorts in Malaysia, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the Bahamas and the United States. Genting Malaysia oversees operations of Resorts World Casino New York City, the only casino in New York City, and the Resorts World Bimini in the Bahamas. The company is also in the process of developing properties in Florida, Massachusetts and Canada.
Resorts World Bimini is nestled on the island of North Bimini, Bahamas - just 50 miles from Miami. The 750-acre property featuring a variety of accommodations including condos, beachfront villas, a 300-room Hilton hotel, the largest marina in The Bahamas with 280 slips, six bars and restaurants, two pools, casino, 5,000 Marina Pavilion and nearly 22,600 square feet of meeting space at the Hilton.
