LAS VEGAS, April 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Following
months of trials, MGM Resorts is adding cutting-edge enhancements
to its Convene with Confidence program, one of the meeting
industry's most comprehensive health and safety plans, designed to
get businesses back to doing business in person.
Now welcoming larger groups in accordance with increased
capacity limits in Nevada, MGM
Resorts is offering meeting planners the option for on-site rapid,
molecular COVID-19 testing delivering highly accurate results for
events large and small.
Since pioneering Convene with Confidence in September 2020 with an option for attendee
testing in partnership with CLEAR, Cue Health and Impact Health,
MGM Resorts has safely hosted close to 300 meetings and groups
within the approved size limits using the protocols outlined in the
program. Trialing the digital application for entertainment
and sporting events, the Vegas Golden Knights recently began using
CLEAR's Health Pass for CDC health survey screening – processing
thousands of fans at T-Mobile Arena each game night – demonstrating
it is a smooth and efficient process, even at scale.
"Convene with Confidence is a result of close consultation with
health experts and our increased focus on leveraging innovation to
not only provide a better guest experience – but a safer one as
well," said Bill Hornbuckle, MGM
Resorts' CEO and President. "MGM Resorts has long been at the
forefront of the rapidly evolving hospitality and events
industries. We are confident we've built a program that enables
companies to meet in person, giving them peace of mind as they do
so."
Stephanie Glanzer, MGM Resorts'
Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer, said, "Meetings and
conventions are critical to our company and to Las Vegas, in addition to the organizations
putting on these programs. Developing Convene with Confidence, a
completely customizable program, with multiple options for planners
and attendees, reflects our deep commitment to the future health of
the meetings industry."
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meeting spaces and Convene with Confidence images.
CONVENE WITH CONFIDENCE
Convene with Confidence consists of detailed protocols that
incorporate health and safety into every aspect of the convention
and meeting process. Efforts range from smart planning of the event
itself to contactless check-in and increased cleaning schedules of
common areas, with special attention paid to high-contact areas
such as doorknobs and food contact surfaces.
Now fully operational within the Convene with Confidence
ecosystem are several advancements, including optional COVID-19
testing protocol that delivers fast results and allows event
organizers the ability to create a perimeter for their events and
exhibitions.
Convene with Confidence Strategic Partnerships
- MGM Resorts has partnered with CLEAR, the secure
identity company, to leverage its Health Pass technology – a mobile
app experience that links verified identity with COVID-19 health
insights, including a real-time health questionnaire,
COVID-19-related test results, temperature checks via integrated
kiosks, and soon the ability to link to COVID-19 vaccination
records.
- MGM Resorts has partnered with Cue Health, a healthcare
technology company whose easy-to-use, portable COVID-19 test
provides lab-quality results directly to connected mobile smart
devices in about 20 minutes. The Cue COVID-19 Test for Home and
Over The Counter (OTC) use is the nation's first molecular
diagnostic test available without a prescription with Emergency Use
Authorization (EUA) from the FDA. This fast and accurate molecular
test, which was previously piloted for small groups, is now fully
integrated into MGM's ecosystem and can be administered at
scale.
- Tests are administered by Impact Health, a national
provider of point of care healthcare services specializing in
high-profile and high-volume events. The company is currently used
by several federal and state agencies as well as corporate clients
across the U.S.
How it Works
- Prior to the event, attendees download the CLEAR mobile app to
set up their account and verify their identity.
- Before entering the venue, attendees answer a series of health
survey questions.
- Upon arrival, attendees take a molecular or antigen test.
Attendees can access results by securely linking their testing
account to their Health Pass through the app.
- Attendees have their temperature checked at a kiosk (optional)
and scan their QR code to share their health insights. Based on
survey answers and test results, users are issued a red or green
Health Pass on their app. Green indicates approval for event entry;
red indicates further testing and healthcare support may be
required.
Event Options
Convene with Confidence includes a robust catalogue of new
options that allow planners to customize their events:
- Virtual Site Visits – Virtual site inspections and
pre-planning services are available, including careful planning of
event, meal and break times to safely optimize guest movement
throughout the meeting space.
- Hybrid Meetings – While many groups begin to return in
person, individuals who aren't ready to travel can take advantage
of virtual capabilities coordinated by MGM Resorts' in-house
production team, delivering immersive experiences for all
attendees, whether in-person or at home.
- Creative Catering – Mealtime can be a significant
challenge for meeting planners, especially for large groups. MGM
Resorts has reimagined the catering experience, showcasing the
incredible work of its culinary team, but with limited
interaction.
- Maximizing Floor Plans - Floor plans have been adjusted
to allow for proper physical distancing within all meetings and
events whether a larger-scale trade show or a seated conference.
With MGM Resorts' four million square feet of meeting space on the
Las Vegas Strip, planners have complete flexibility to customize
event layouts.
Glanzer added, "As vaccine distribution and utilization increase
across the country, we are assessing options that would enable
those meetings clients who so desire to seamlessly add proof of
vaccine to their criteria for attendees. There is no singular
formula for a successful program and our expert team will guide
each client in building a framework that works for their
organization."
IN-ROOM TESTING
Enhancing MGM Resorts mission to provide seamless and convenient
travel solutions, all guests can now take advantage of a selection
of in-room COVID-19 testing options at its Las Vegas properties.
In collaboration with Henderson-based Community Ambulance, guests
can choose from three tests depending on their travel schedules and
requirements of their next destination. This new offering builds on
MGM Resorts' robust Seven-Point Safety Plan, designed to deter the
spread of the virus and protect guests and employees.
In-room testing options are available at MGM Resorts'
Las Vegas properties and
include:
- Standard RT-PCR Test - results in approximately 24 - 72 hours,
based on lab availability
- Fast Molecular (NAAT) Test – results in approximately 20
minutes
- Rapid Antigen Test – results in approximately 20 - 30
minutes
Community Ambulance analyzes all test types and delivers results
electronically to the guest.
Testing appointments are available daily from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. by
calling guest services at the guest's host hotel. Prices for
in-room testing range from $140 to
$230. Additional charges may apply
for same day/after-hours requests and cancellations.
ABOUT MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL
MGM Resorts
International (NYSE: MGM) is an S&P 500® global entertainment
company with national and international locations featuring
best-in-class hotels and casinos, state-of-the-art meetings and
conference spaces, incredible live and theatrical entertainment
experiences, and an extensive array of restaurant, nightlife and
retail offerings. MGM Resorts creates immersive, iconic experiences
through its suite of Las
Vegas-inspired brands. The MGM Resorts portfolio encompasses
29 unique hotel and destination gaming offerings in the United States and Macau, including some of the most recognizable
resort brands in the industry such as Bellagio, MGM Grand, ARIA and
Park MGM. The Company's 50/50 venture, BetMGM, LLC, offers U.S.
sports betting and online gaming through market-leading brands,
including BetMGM and partypoker. The Company is currently pursuing
targeted expansion in Asia through
the integrated resort opportunity in Japan. Through its "Focused on What Matters:
Embracing Humanity and Protecting the Planet" philosophy, MGM
Resorts commits to creating a more sustainable future, while
striving to make a bigger difference in the lives of its employees,
guests, and in the communities where it operates. The global
employees of MGM Resorts are proud of their company for being
recognized as one of FORTUNE® Magazine's World's Most Admired
Companies®. For more information, please visit us at
www.mgmresorts.com. Please also connect with us @MGMResortsIntl on
Twitter as well as Facebook and Instagram.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this release
that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements,
within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995 and involve risks and/or uncertainties, including those
described in MGM Resorts' public filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. MGM Resorts has based forward-looking
statements on management's current expectations and assumptions and
not on historical facts. Examples of these statements include, but
are not limited to, MGM Resorts' expectations regarding the
future of its meetings and conventions business. These
forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and
uncertainties. Among the important factors that could cause actual
results to differ materially from those indicated in such
forward-looking statements include the continued impact of the
COVID-19 pandemic on MGM Resorts' business, the effects of economic
conditions and market conditions in the markets in which MGM
Resorts operates and competition with other destination travel
locations throughout the United
States and the world, the design, timing and costs of
expansion projects, risks relating to international operations,
permits, licenses, financings, approvals and other contingencies in
connection with growth in new or existing jurisdictions and
additional risks and uncertainties described in MGM Resorts' Form
10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K reports (including all amendments to
those reports). In providing forward-looking statements, MGM
Resorts is not undertaking any duty or obligation to update these
statements publicly as a result of new information, future events
or otherwise, except as required by law. If MGM Resorts updates one
or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn
that it will make additional updates with respect to those other
forward-looking statements.
MEDIA CONTACTS
Natalie
Mounier
Kirvin Doak Communications
mgm@kirvindoak.com
Stacy Hamilton
MGM Resorts International
shamilton@mgmresorts.com
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