Stephen Martino
Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer at MGM Resorts International
- Role
- Member, Mgm China Compliance Committee at MGM Resorts International
- Location
- Las Vegas, NV, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Stephen Martino
I am an executive leader with an established track record in corporate governance, regulatory strategy, risk management, and public policy engagement across a Fortune 300 company, state agencies, and global entertainment, gaming and hospitality ventures. As a former CEO of a state enterprise and regulatory agency and chief compliance officer for a publicly traded company, I have navigated legal, compliance, and business challenges in highly regulated industries, driving significant revenue growth while ensuring integrity.With deep expertise in enterprise risk assessments, corporate compliance, and change management, I have advised corporate executive teams and political leadership on complex regulatory landscapes, corporate strategy, and business transformation initiatives. I have led organizations through regulatory modernization, operational expansion, and high-profile compliance matters, ensuring long-term sustainability and risk mitigation. I am known for staying focused on what matters most and ensuring it gets done well.Expertise:• Regulatory Strategy & Corporate Governance: Experienced in advising executive, board and political leadership on compliance, regulatory risk, and industry best practices.• Enterprise Risk Management & Compliance: Lead large-scale, detailed compliance programs, mitigating financial and operational risks for a publicly traded corporation and government organizations.• Board Advisory & Governance Leadership: Strong advocate for responsible corporate governance, ethical conduct, and sustainability, shaping policies that balance growth with compliance.• Government & Public Policy Leadership: Former CEO of state agencies with experience leading regulatory bodies and influencing public policy decisions. Deep public affairs experience, skilled in engaging with elected officials, media, and U.S. and international regulators.• Change Management & Development: Built regulatory agencies in two jurisdictions and oversee a large corporate compliance department with diversified organizational management leadership. Significant international compliance experience with direct engagement in Asia and Europe.I lead with integrity and have a strong track record of driving results in compliance, governance, and strategy to organizations navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
Experience
Member, Mgm China Compliance Committee
Jun 2021 — Present
Provide compliance review for two MGM properties in Macau S.A.R, China, including junket operator review and approval, government-mandated financial disclosures, employee complaints, internal audit reports, and filings consistent with compliance plan. Interact with Macau gaming regulators as requested.
Education
The University of Kansas
BA, BS, Political Science, Journalism
Washburn University School of Law
Law
Skills
- Legislative Relations
- Gaming
- Online Gaming
- Media Relations
- Public Policy
- Litigation
- Negotiation
- Government
- Casino
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