Mike Bean Named Property President of Hard Rock Casino Tejon
Gaming and hospitality veteran Mike Bean has been named Property President of Hard Rock Casino Tejon in Mettler, California. He stepped into the role on October 5, taking the helm…
Time-to-Value: Why the First 90 Days of a New Executive Determine Everything
By Dennis Rizzo & John Elliott In our last conversation, John Elliott of Strategy Elevation Alliance walked me through five signals that separate real alignment from polite agreement: silence in…
The Next Chapter
By Frank Rizzo Fifty years ago, my father founded Bentley Price Associates with a simple commitment: deliver exceptional service, build lasting relationships, and always put clients first. Those principles have…
A Legacy of Leadership
By Dennis Rizzo Celebrating 50 Years While Looking Ahead Last week marked two defining moments in the history of Bentley Price Associates. One incredible milestone. One exciting new chapter. Bentley…
Diagnosing False Alignment: A Leader’s Field Guide
By Dennis Rizzo & John Elliott In our last conversation, John Elliott of Strategy Elevation Alliance shared something that has stayed with me: organizations often believe their leadership teams are…
Why Great Leadership Teams Still Struggle to Execute
By Dennis Rizzo & John Elliott Throughout my career helping organizations identify and place exceptional leaders, I’ve observed something that often surprises boards, CEOs, and executive teams: hiring the right…
Two Perspectives, One Standard
How Dennis and Frank Rizzo Lead Bentley Price Together Fifty years in executive search teaches you that the best partnerships aren’t built overnight. They’re earned through trust, tested through challenges,…
Why Succession Planning Can No Longer Wait
Reflections from 50 Years of Executive Search By Dennis Rizzo After five decades in executive search, I’ve seen leadership trends come and go, industries evolve, and organizations adapt to changing…
Remembering Brian Parrish: A Leader, Mentor, and Friend
Last weekend, the gaming industry lost one of its most respected leaders. Brian Parrish was more than an accomplished executive—he was a visionary whose leadership helped shape the growth and…
The New Executive Playbook: Talent, Technology & Leadership in a Changing Industry
Reflections from 50 Years of Executive Search By Dennis Rizzo As Bentley Price Associates marks more than 50 years serving the hospitality and casino gaming industries, one thing has become…