Graton Resort & Casino Promotoes Mario Maesano To CMO

ROHNERT PARK, CA — A seasoned gaming executive whose experience in the industry goes back 28 years to his first job in Atlantic City has been promoted to chief marketing officer at Graton Resort & Casino in Sonoma County.

Mario Maesano has spent the majority of his career in senior casino marketing positions and joined Graton Resort & Casino as vice president of marketing in 2022. In his new role as CMO, he is responsible for the overall property marketing strategy, brand development, entertainment, events and promotions, guest services, loyalty programming, media strategy, community and public relations and CRM strategy at Graton Resort & Casino.

"Mario Maesano’s leadership has been key to the recent growth of Graton Resort & Casino’s business, and his years of experience have added tremendous value to the organization," said Lana Rivera, president of Graton Resort & Casino. "We're lucky to have him on our executive team."

Before joining the Graton team last year, Maesano served as the senior vice president of marketing and slot operations at The Cordish Companies and led their marketing division for 10 years.

Maesano is a native of southern New Jersey and began his gaming career in 1991 in Atlantic City working for Resorts International.

Upon earning a bachelor's degree in marketing from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, Maesono went on to obtain a master's degree from Xavier University in Cincinnati.

Owned and operated by the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria in northern California wine country, Graton Resort & Casino features table games, the latest slot machines, upscale and casual dining, and entertainment options for visitors and locals alike.