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<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\nMohegan, the gaming company owned by Connecticut\u2019s Mohegan Tribe, is amid its greatest operational focus pivot in its nearly three-decades-long history.<\/span><\/p>\n Mohegan recently ended its management contracts in Atlantic City at Resorts<\/a> and Las Vegas at Virgin Hotels<\/a>. The company formerly known as Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment additionally ceased operating the ilani Casino Resort in Washington.<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s not that Mohegan is reigning in its operational exposure \u2014 oh, quite the contrary. Mohegan, which has become not only one of the largest tribal gaming operators in the country but also a major player in the commercial casino industry, is betting big on its own endeavors. And the company isn\u2019t limiting itself to the U.S.<\/span><\/p>\n Mohegan opened the first phase of Inspire, a $1.6 billion integrated casino resort at South Korea\u2019s Incheon International Airport, in March. The destination serving Seoul has 1,275 guestrooms, a 15,000-seat arena, an indoor water park in an enclosed Instagram-worthy glass dome, an immersive entertainment experience, and a casino floor with 150 live dealer table games, 373 slot machines, and a 176-seat electronic gaming stadium.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Mohegan President and CEO Ray Pineault told Casino.org <\/i>during a recent interview that South Korea is \u201can exciting market with significant growth potential in tourism, especially in the realm of integrated resorts.\u201d He says Inspire allows Mohegan to capture an international audience, expanding the brand nearly 7,000 miles from the tribe\u2019s sovereign land in Connecticut\u2019s Uncasville.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201c[Inspire] enables Mohegan to introduce a brand of entertainment to a new demographic, while advancing the Tribe\u2019s goals of economic diversification and long-term sustainability,\u201d Pineault added.<\/span><\/p>\n Inspire helped Mohegan reach record revenue<\/a> in its 2024 third quarter. The company, however, isn\u2019t stagnating. Back stateside, securing one of the three coveted New York casino licenses is atop Mohegan\u2019s wish list.<\/span><\/p>\n Mohegan is partnered with the Soloviev Group for an integrated resort casino on Manhattan\u2019s East Side just south of the United Nations Headquarters. Dubbed Freedom Plaza<\/a>, the blueprint includes a casino floor measuring 280K square feet, 1,251 hotel guestrooms, 56K square feet of conference space, a wellness and spa retreat from Banyan Tree, a roof deck infinity pool, and 30 restaurants, bars, and lounges.<\/span><\/p>\n Winning a New York license is a major priority, as it aligns with our strategy to expand into key markets,\u201d Pineault told Casino.org<\/i>. \u201cNew York presents an incredible opportunity due to its vast population and appeal as a global entertainment hub.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n To differentiate its bid from a crowded pool that also includes casino giants like MGM Resorts, Las Vegas Sands, Caesars Entertainment, and Wynn Resorts, Mohegan and Soloviev have proposed building 1,325 residential apartments at the resort site. More than 500 would be rent-controlled adorable housing units<\/a>. The project also includes almost 4.8 acres of public green space.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cA distinctive aspect of our proposal is our commitment to affordable housing as well as significant outdoor open green space. We understand that sustainable growth includes contributing to the local community\u2019s needs beyond entertainment. By integrating a comprehensive housing plan and open green space into Freedom Plaza, we are addressing vital needs in New York,\u201d Pineault added.<\/span><\/p>\n With a competitive field for the three downstate New York casinos, which, along with the aforementioned companies includes Hard Rock International, another tribal-owned enterprise by way of the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Mohegan\u2019s best asset could be its people. Mohegan has regularly been named a best place to work by its employees, and in June, Newsweek <\/i><\/a>recognized Mohegan among its \u201cMost Loved Workplaces\u201d list for 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n Mohegan\u2019s culture is rooted in the Spirit of Aquai, our guiding philosophy emphasizing respect, cooperation, mutual respect, and relationship-building. These values shape how we engage with our team members, guests, and communities,\u201d said Pineault.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \u201cWe prioritize creating a supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven workplace where every team member is valued and empowered to grow,\u201d he added.<\/span><\/p>\n At this juncture, the two front-runners are said to be MGM and Genting. Those companies respectively operate Empire City Casino in Yonkers and Resorts World New York City in Queens. Both properties are racinos that presently are only allowed to offer slot-like video lottery terminals and electronic table games.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n The New York Gaming Facility Location Board will ultimately decide if Mohegan and Soloviev\u2019s bid is among the three strongest. The state agency has imposed a Dec. 1, 2025, deadline to render its three winners.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"Mohegan](\"https:\/\/www.casino.org\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/download-1-858x572.jpg\")
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