[June 3, 2025, Macau] In support of Macao SAR Government’s “1+4” strategy for economic diversification and to cultivate cross-disciplinary talents, MGM Academy recently rolled out the “The PRIDE Career Development Program – Greater Bay Area Study Tour”. Themed around “Innovation-driven, cultural integration, and industry synergy”, the tour brought 30 MGM team members on a three-day immersive journey across the Greater Bay Area (GBA), to explore cutting-edge technologies and cross-sector practices in arts and cultural tourism, while inspiring them to discover more opportunities in the integration of “technology + cultural tourism”. Representatives from the Guangdong Liaison Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in Macao and the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government also joined this tour.

 

Exploring the Frontiers in Tech and Cultural Tourism

During the three-day trip, the delegation visited several leading tech enterprises in Shenzhen, including Tencent Headquarters, the Intel Greater Bay Area Innovation Center, Unilumin Group Co., Ltd., and Shenzhen Zhongqing Robot Technology Co., Ltd., in which the participants gained insights into the latest advancements in AI, cultivation of technological talents, chip application development, smart city, innovative display technologies, and humanoid robotics.

 

In the culture and arts sector, the group visited the Sea World Culture and Arts Center and K11 ECOAST in Shenzhen, experiencing a dynamic ecosystem that blends “culture + commerce + community”. In alignment with Macau’s positioning as “a base for exchange and cooperation where Chinese culture is the mainstream and diverse cultures coexist”, the delegation also discussed innovative approaches to local cultural IP development, curation of art exhibitions, and immersive experience design. They also engaged in interactive exchanges with cultural tourism experts in Shenzhen and representatives from MGM Reserve Zhuhai, fostering knowledge sharing and collaborative development of the regional cultural tourism industry.

 

Innovative Talent Cultivation to Drive Diverse Industries

Wendy Yu, Executive Vice President of Human Resources of MGM, said, “MGM is committed to nurturing talents through innovative and diversified approaches, and leveraging our unique strengths to drive the high-quality development of our team. This tour not only enabled our team members to explore best practices and innovations in the GBA’s technology and cultural sectors, but also embodied the core philosophy of our PRIDE program — providing comprehensive training for high-potential local talent across all levels, empowering them to grow and thrive. Moving forward, we will continue to strengthen our cross-disciplinary talent development framework, promote innovative thinking and drive industry integration, thereby contributing to the sustainable development of Macau’s economic diversification.”

 

Amania Kuok, Resort Technology Manager of MGM,  one of the participants in the tour, said, “I am truly grateful to MGM for organizing this enriching journey. Over the three-day multi-dimensional visit, it gave me a deeper understanding of technology, culture, service, and history. As a member of the Technology Department, I will transform what I have seen and learned into momentum for our team, exploring more innovative initiatives to enhance customer experience and create more great moments for our guests.”

 

Inspiration of History

Since this year marks the 100^th anniversary of Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s passing, the delegation also made a special visit to the Museum of Dr. Sun Yat-sen in Zhongshan. The visit offered a moment of reflection on the pioneering spirit of this national hero, and reinforced MGM’s commitment to building a corporate culture rooted in historical awareness and social responsibility.

 

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About MGM

 

MGM is an abbreviation for MGM China Holdings Limited (HKEx: 2282) and is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in Greater China. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai. 

 

MGM MACAU is a Forbes Five-Star luxury integrated resort inspired by the arts with every element of the resort infused with creativity and style. MGM MACAU has approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling. The POLY MGM MUSEUM spanning almost 2,000 square meters, is constructed in accordance with Chinese national standards for the exhibition of Grade-One cultural relics. MGM MACAU’s world class facilities also include conference and event facilities, spa, and seven signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic craving. Our property is conveniently located on the Macau Peninsula and is directly connected to the luxury retail shopping complex, One Central.

 

Designed as the “jewelry box” of Cotai, MGM COTAI offers approximately 1,400 hotel rooms and suites, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings, food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience.  MGM has joined hands with renowned Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou to set up the “Macau 2049” residency in MGM Theater. The Spectacle at MGM COTAI becomes the record holder of the largest free-span gridshell glazed roof (self-supporting) on January 19, 2019, making it the first architectural and structural GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Macau, China. MGM COTAI is being developed to drive greater product diversification and bring more advanced and innovative forms of entertainment to Macau as it grows as a global tourist destination. MGM COTAI is the only mega complex and hotel in Macau to gain three-star certification in both Green Building Design and Operation Label, as well as the first hotel in the Greater Bay Area and second in Greater China to receive the certifications.

 

MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and Park MGM. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's website at www.mgmresorts.com.

 

For media enquiries, please contact:    

 

Jessie Kuan

Executive Director of Public Relations

MGM

Tel: (853) 8806 3412

Email: jessiekuan@mgm.mo

 

Karen Lam

Assistant Director of Corporate Relations

MGM

Tel: (853) 8806 3421

Email: karenlam@mgm.mo