Station Casinos Announces Key Durango Casino & Resort Leadership Appointments

December 8, 2022 – Station Casinos announces key leadership appointments for Durango Casino & Resort, a luxury resort set to debut in southwest Las Vegas in late 2023.

David Horn, a longtime executive in the organization, has been named Vice President and General Manager of the property. Kai Speth has been named Vice President of Hospitality, and Chef Daniel Ye joins the organization as the property’s Executive Chef.

David Horn, Vice President and General Manager

Mr. Horn brings over two decades of experience to Station Casinos, starting as a front desk agent and then moving into management positions across all operational facets of the business including leading the company’s next ground-up construction project with Durango. Mr. Horn’s appointment marks his second turn as a general manager in the organization following his successful stewardship of Palace Station.

David Horn, VP & GM, Durango Casino & Resort

With Durango currently in development, Mr. Horn oversees all phases of the pre-opening and day-to-day processes, including gaming, hotel operations, marketing and branding, partner relations, recruitment, and sales.

A highly involved leader, Mr. Horn is recognized for his team member relationships and knowledge of the gaming and hospitality industries, having spent time working across multiple departments and developing an expert-level understanding of casino operations, gaming analysis, player evaluation, and team member development, among other highlights.

In his role at Durango, Mr. Speth will oversee multiple operations at Durango Casino and Resort, including hotel operations, food and beverage, resort amenities, guest experience, luxury suites, and front office.

Daniel Ye, Executive Chef

Mr. Daniel “Danny” Ye is joining Station Casinos as Executive Chef of Durango Casino and Resort. Chef Ye is an internationally recognized chef with a career spanning stints from New York City to Spain, with roles at many of the world’s leading hospitality companies.

Daniel Ye, Executive Chef, Durango Casino & Resort

Before joining the organization, Chef Ye was the Corporate Executive Chef for CATCH Hospitality Group, overseeing the company’s United States and Mexico west coast operations. — in the United States and Mexico. He also served as executive chef of CATCH LA and was involved in the brand’s expansion and recruiting efforts in the Las Vegas, New York, and Aspen markets. Chef Ye has also held roles as Corporate Head Chef for 6th Avenue Inc, Corporate Executive Chef for Notar Hospitality in NYC; as well as Executive Chef and Corporate Liaison for Nobu Restaurants across the globe.

Chef Ye will oversee all culinary operations at Durango Casino and Resort, including the property’s food and beverage outlets and banquet services.

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