Stewart Neish
Norwood,South Australia
Summary
Dynamic senior leadership executive with extensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth within large, publicly listed companies in the entertainment and hospitality sectors. Proven track record in fostering team collaboration, aligning diverse groups with organizational visions, and navigating complex regulatory environments. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights for innovative customer-centric marketing and business yield strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Group General Manager, International Business & Adelaide Gaming Operations
SkyCity Entertainment Group
06.2017 - 06.2023
- Led teams across multiple locations, driving revenue of approx
- 100M with a workforce of 500+
- Spearheaded the Adelaide Casino redevelopment, enhancing customer engagement and compliance with AML/KYC
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives that significantly lifted employee engagement and operational profitability.
Group General Manager, Casino and VIP Gaming
Sun International
04.2013 - 06.2017
- Provided strategic direction to 16 resort operations, integrating marketing platforms and optimizing database opportunities
- Designed and implemented gaming floor layouts and incentive systems, contributing to substantial revenue growth and compliance enhancement.
General Manager, VIP Domestic Marketing
Echo Entertainment Group, The Star
09.2009 - 04.2013
- Managed a $300M revenue portfolio, leading VIP customer relations and development departments to achieve market-share growth and operational efficiency.
Senior Vice President, International Marketing South-East Asia
Tabcorp, Casino Division
10.2006 - 09.2009
- Directed Southeast Asian operations, focusing on VIP customer engagement and competitive rebate offerings, maintaining robust operational margins.
Education
Advanced Management Program -
University of California – Haas Business School
Advanced Management Program -
Nanyang University Singapore
Bachelor of Business - Hospitality -
South Australia TAFE
Advanced Diploma - Hotel Management -
International College of Hotel Management
Company Director Course (GAICD) -
Australian Institute of Company Directors
01.2023
Skills
- Leadership & Team Development
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Operational Excellence & Efficiency
- Financial Management & Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Customer-Centric Marketing Strategies
- Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Building
- Cross-Cultural Team Management
Accomplishments
- Integral member of the leadership team for the successful opening of SkyCity Adelaide and EOS hotel.
- Achieved record EBITDA for SkyCity's International Business in 2018.
- Led design and development of Menlyn Main Casino, Pretoria, setting new benchmarks in VIP and mass gaming experiences.
Affiliations
Member, Australian Institute of Company Directors
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Group General Manager, International Business & Adelaide Gaming Operations
SkyCity Entertainment Group
06.2017 - 06.2023
Group General Manager, Casino and VIP Gaming
Sun International
04.2013 - 06.2017
General Manager, VIP Domestic Marketing
Echo Entertainment Group, The Star
09.2009 - 04.2013
Senior Vice President, International Marketing South-East Asia
Tabcorp, Casino Division
10.2006 - 09.2009
Advanced Management Program -
University of California – Haas Business School
Advanced Management Program -
Nanyang University Singapore
Bachelor of Business - Hospitality -
South Australia TAFE
Advanced Diploma - Hotel Management -
International College of Hotel Management
Company Director Course (GAICD) -
Australian Institute of Company Directors
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