Hard Rock Casino Vendor Fair & Job Information Session
Date/Time
8/13/2021 - 8/14/2021
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Central
Event Type(s)
Community Events
Event Description
Hard Rock Casino Rockford to Host Vendor Fair and Job Information Session
 
Ahead of the opening of the temporary casino in Rockford later this fall, Hard Rock will be hosting several in-person job information sessions and vendor fairs on Friday, August 13th and Saturday, August 14th. The event will be held in downtown Rockford at The Nordlof Center from 8am to 2pm CST. All interested vendor and job candidates will be required to RSVP ahead of time at www.hardrockcasinorockford.com.  
 
“Our priority has always been to partner with local businesses and hire local employees to develop mutually beneficial and impactful relationships in the community,” said Jon Lucas, Chief Operating Officer of Hard Rock International. “This week’s events demonstrate our long-term commitment to Rockford, allowing us to show the community what the excitement is all about, why Hard Rock will be a great place to work and do business with, and how those interested can be a part of it. We couldn’t be more thrilled that this is happening right here in Rockford and we look forward to these great events later this weekend.”
 
On each of the two days, Hard Rock will host a vendor fair in the morning and a job information session in the afternoon. For more details, please see below.
 
WHEN: Friday, August 13th - Saturday, August 14th
WHERE: The Nordlof Center, 118 N Main Street, Rockford
WHAT: Vendor fair and job information session for the Hard Rock temporary casino.

VENDOR FAIR
Check-in at 8am CST
Presentation from 9-11am CST

JOB INFORMATION SESSION
Check-in at 11:30am CST
Presentation from 12-2pm CST
 
Hard Rock will have several executives responsible for vendor and hiring operations on hand for media interviews on August 13th. Any local media interested in conducting interviews should plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to the morning or afternoon presentation on the 13th.
 
Please note: In adherence with the building restrictions, masks will be required, and Hard Rock will continue to follow state and local safety guidelines.
 
“I could not be more excited about the opening of the long-awaited Hard Rock Rockford temporary casino in just a few short months. It is a great accomplishment for our community and will be an incredible asset to our City,” says Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara.  “Hard Rock is now working diligently to hire local vendors and employees.  I encourage residents and local businesses to learn more about the opportunities available at this world-class facility.”
 
The job information session will provide area residents with an understanding of the types of positions available, job requirements, benefits and additional information. Hard Rock plans to host job fairs where applicant interviews will take place in the coming weeks.
 
Due to limited capacity, interested participants must register for each event at www.hardrockcasinorockford.com. Refreshments will be provided and there is no cost to attend.
 
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About Hard Rock®:
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in 68 countries spanning 239 locations that include owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. HRI also launched a joint venture named Hard Rock Digital in 2020, an online sportsbook, retail sportsbook and internet gaming platform. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia at more than 86,000 pieces, which are displayed at its locations around the globe.
 
In 2021, Hard Rock International was awarded the Top Employer in the Travel & Leisure, Gaming, and Entertainment Industry by Forbes and also designated as a U.S. Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. In 2020, Hard Rock was honored as one of Forbes Magazine’s Best Employers for Diversity and a Top Employer for Women. Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos also received first place ranking in the 2020 Casino Gaming Executive Satisfaction Survey conducted by Bristol Associates Inc. and Spectrum Gaming Group. In addition, Hard Rock Hotels was named one of the top performing hotel brands in J.D. Power’s North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study for the second consecutive year. Hard Rock destinations are located in international gateway cities, including its two most successful flagship properties in Florida and home to the world’s first Guitar Hotel® in South Florida, Global Gaming’s 2020 Property of the Year. The brand is owned by HRI parent entity The Seminole Tribe of Florida. For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.
 
For more information on Hard Rock International visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.
Location
The Nordlof Center
118 N Main Street
Rockford, IL

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Contact Person
Kevin Owens
(phone: 312-755-3512)
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8/13/2021 - 8/14/2021