Hamish Dodds, President and CEO of Hard Rock Cafe International, Inc will leave the company in early 2017 to pursue new opportunities.
Hard Rock International operates restaurants, hotels, casinos and live music venues in more than 70 countries. The business is wholly owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
It has been led by Dodds since 2004.
During Dodds’ tenure, ownership of the company was transferred from the Rank Group in the United Kingdom to the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
Hard Rock branded hotel properties have recently been announced in New York, London and Berlin.
“It has been an absolute privilege working for Hard Rock over the last 13 years.”
Hamish Dodds, Hard Rock International
“It has been an absolute privilege working for Hard Rock over the last 13 years and leading the growth of this amazing brand, while helping to reinforce Hard Rock’s unique character, and its commitment to service and philanthropy. Hard Rock is a place where staff are empowered to deliver authentic guest experiences in a rock and roll environment,” said Dodds.
“Today, the business is well positioned with a strong brand footprint and an extensive pipeline of projects in all business units. I wish the Seminole Tribe of Florida and all our Hard Rock employees and partners continued success in the future.”
Jim Allen, the Chairman of Seminole HR Holdings, LLC, the company’s parent, said “We are grateful to Hamish for his leadership and vision. His global perspective was instrumental in the company’s growth. His loyalty and passion are greatly appreciated, and we wish him well in the next stage of his career.”
Dodds will help transition the company to new leadership, and will also remain actively associated with Hard Rock’s philanthropic arm, The Hard Rock Heals Foundation.
Hard Rock International runs venues in 71 countries, including 168 cafes, 23 hotels and 11 casinos.
After eight years of sponsorship, the company backed away from the Hard Rock Calling festival in London.
Now simply called Calling Festival, the event is run by Live Nation.Music Business Worldwide