The Star Entertainment Group has confirmed the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals for the appointment of Steve McCann as the company’s Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
McCann has now officially begun his new role, after his appointment was announced earlier this year in June as the future Group CEO and Managing Director of the Australian casino operator.
He will replace Acting Group CEO Neale O’Connell and Chair Anne Ward, who have been temporarily fulfilling additional responsibilities until a permanent Group CEO and Managing Director was appointed.
“I am very pleased to be working closely with Steve McCann and to formally welcome him as Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director at this critical time for The Star,” commented Ward.
Despite stepping down as Acting Group CEO, O’Connell will continue to serve as the interim Chief Financial Officer of The Star Group until a permanent financial leader is appointed. The operator also expressed its gratitude to O’Connell for his work as Acting Group CEO.
With over 28 years of executive experience, McCann previously served as CEO and Managing Director of Crown Resorts, as well as leading the Lendlease Group, a real estate and investment company, for more than ten years.
McCann commented on his new appointment: “I look forward to joining The Star at this critical time. I recognise that there are many complex issues and challenges for the company to address.
“I am committed to working with the board and the various stakeholders to help drive change, restore confidence and achieve a sustainable resolution.”
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