Hard Rock loses leader for last 13 years

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Hamish Dodds has resigned as president and CEO of Hard Rock International after nearly 13 years to pursue other opportunities starting early next year, the restaurant, lodging and casino company announced this afternoon.

Dodds will remain with the company through the change in leadership, Hard Rock said.

The company’s hospitality businesses include 168 Hard Rock Cafes and 23 hotels and 11 casinos operating under the Hard Rock name. It is owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida.

Dodds joined the company in 2004, while it was owned by the Rank Organisation.

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