The Cordish Companies' Maryland Live! Casino today announced a key appointment to its executive management team, naming ROBERT TEDESCO as Senior Vice President and Assistant General Manager of the Hanover, MD gaming facility.

"We extend our warmest welcome to Bob as he joins the Maryland Live! team," said Doug Shipley, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Maryland Live! Casino. "His extensive background in hospitality and diverse operational skills will serve us well as we enter our next phase of development with the addition of our flagship Live! Hotel."

In his new role, Mr. Tedesco will be responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day management and operations of the most successful gaming facility in the Mid-Atlantic region. He also serves on the corporate design and development team for the Maryland Live! expansion project, including the multi-million dollar flagship Live! Hotel, event center and spa.

Mr. Tedesco brings nearly 30 years of dedicated hands-on management experience in the hospitality industry with deep knowledge in gaming, hotel, food and beverage, facilities, spa and golf operations. He most recently served as Vice President and Assistant General Manager of Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Las Vegas, where his operational plans and high level of engagement contributed to the day-to-day management and long-term growth of the gaming organization.

Prior, Mr. Tedesco held senior executive and management positions at Station Casinos, Pinnacle Entertainment, and Hyatt Gaming properties.

About Maryland Live! Casino

Just announced – the new flagship Live! Hotel, coming late Fall 2017. Maryland Live! Casino is one of the largest commercial casinos in the country, located between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore just off I-95, Route 100 and the B/W Parkway at Arundel Mills. Open 24/7, the $500+ million Maryland Live! Casino features more than 200 live action table games, including a Poker Room; approximately 4,000 of the latest slot machines; and two High Limit rooms. The property offers world-class dining and entertainment, including Bobby's Burger Palace, from celebrated chef Bobby Flay; The Cheesecake Factory®; Phillips® Seafood Express; the Zagat-rated #1 steakhouse The Prime Rib®; the multi-station Live! Buffet; Morty's Delicatessen, a traditional New York-style deli; and Luk Fu, serving authentic Asian cuisine. Two new eateries include 8 at Luk Fu, featuring sushi and sashimi; and En Vivo, with classic varieties of soft tacos and papusas. A sizzling nightlife, including live entertainment at Rams Head Center Stage and the unique, interactive R Bar, completes the Live! experience. Enjoy secure covered parking with valet service and a free self-park garage with direct elevator access to the casino floor. Maryland Live! is owned and operated by a company that is affiliated with The Cordish Companies. Call 855-5MD-LIVE (855-563-5483); or visit Marylandlivecasino.com or LiveCasino.social. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For employment opportunities, visitwww.jobsatmarylandlivecasino.com.

About The Cordish Companies

The Cordish Companies' origins date back to 1910 and encompass four generations of privately-held, family ownership. During the past ten decades, The Cordish Companies has grown into a global leader in Real Estate Development, Gaming & Hospitality, Entertainment Management and International Urban Planning & Development. One of the largest and most respected developers in the world, The Cordish Companies has been awarded an unprecedented seven Urban Land Institute Awards for Excellence for public-private developments that are of unique significance to the cities in which they are located. Prime examples are The Cordish Companies' prominent role in the redevelopment of Baltimore's world famous Inner Harbor;Philadelphia, PA; Atlantic City, NJ; Charleston, SC; Houston, TX; Louisville, KY; Kansas City, MO and St. Louis, MO. In addition, The Cordish Companies has developed and operates multiple highly acclaimed entertainment destinations throughout the United States which welcome over 50 million visitors per year and are the most visited destinations in their respective regions. Over the generations, The Cordish Companies has remained true to the family's core values of quality, entrepreneurial spirit, long-term personal relationships and integrity. As a testimony to the long-term vision of its family leadership, The Cordish Companies still owns and manages virtually every business it has created. For more information visit www.cordish.com.