Pending regulatory permissions and licenses, Caesars announces the hiring of Kim Harris Jones, previously of Mondelez International, as the newest member of its Board of Directors.
Serving as SVP and Corporate Controller during her time at Mondelez, Harris Jones was instrumental in helping the business navigate the early years following its independence from Kraft Foods. In addition, she worked for 17 years at Chrysler, where she held top roles and rose through the ranks.
Caesars Chairman and CEO Commend Harris Jones
Gary Carano, Chairman of the Board at Caesars, applauds Harris Jones’ appointment, citing her extensive finance background and leadership acumen. He expresses confidence in her ability to contribute valuable insights to Caesars’ future endeavors.
Tom Reeg, CEO of Caesars, echoes this sentiment, he said, “Kim Harris Jones is a tremendous addition to the Caesars leadership team. With her extensive experience in finance and a reputation as a thoughtful and engaged leader inside some of the largest consumer-packaged goods and automotive companies, Kim’s addition will give us another lens through which to see stronger, more dynamic future possibilities for Caesars. I’m pleased to count Kim Harris Jones among our Board of Directors. Kim shares our vision for strategic, collaborative innovation.”
Reeg continued, “She has outstanding experience navigating complex issues and implementing transformation for optimization. I look forward to working with her, the rest of our board and the management team to continue to drive results for our guests, our Team Members and our shareholders.”
Harris Jones has achieved widespread acclaim for her achievements, and she has been included on esteemed lists such as the “100 Most Influential Black Corporate Directors” by BoardProspects Magazine and the “75 Most Powerful Women in Business” (Black Enterprise Magazine). She is regarded as a renowned leader in her area, and her participation confirms this.
With Harris Jones joining Caesars’ Board of Directors, the company is demonstrating its commitment to promoting different viewpoints and achieving outcomes for all stakeholders as it pursues strategic innovation and expansion.
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