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Red Rock Resorts appoints J. Colby Williams as new EVP and General Counsel

Williams is expected to join Red Rock Resorts on or around September 8, 2026 and will oversee and execute the operator's legal, regulatory and compliance matters.

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The new EVP and General Counsel succeeds Jeffrey Welch, who has served as EVP and Chief Legal Officer since June 2017
Welch will remain with the operator through the end of 2026 to provide transition support and other services

Red Rock Resorts has appointed J. Colby Williams as the operator’s new EVP and General Counsel, succeeding Jeffrey Welch who will remain with the operator through the conclusion of 2026 to provide transition support and other services. 

Williams is expected to join Red Rock Resorts on or around September 8, 2026 and will oversee and execute the operator's legal, regulatory and compliance matters.

"On behalf of the entire organization, I want to thank Jeff for his leadership and contributions that have positioned us for continued success, and to wish him the best in his well-deserved retirement," Red Rock Resorts CEO Frank Fertitta III said. 

"We are looking forward to welcoming Colby, a longtime and trusted advisor to the Company and to me. His successful and impressive legal track record and his intimate familiarity with our organization will ensure a seamless transition."

Welch has served as Red Rock Resorts’ EVP and Chief Legal Officer since June 2017 and previously served on the Board of Directors of Station Holdco LLC from 2013 to 2016.

Williams is a Founding Partner of the litigation boutique Campbell & Williams and has worked closely with Red Rock Resorts’ executive team and legal department for two decades.

On April 29, Red Rock Resorts released its financial results covering the first quarter of 2026, as revenue increased 1.9% to $507.3m, led by Las Vegas operations which accounted for $499.5m and rose 0.9%

While net revenue managed to increase year-over-year, both net income and adjusted EBITDA for Red Rock Resorts fell during Q1 2026. Net income was reported to be just over $82.7m and decreased 3.8%, while the $212.6m in adjusted EBITDA represents a fall of 1.2%.

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