Beau Rivage promotes Bruce Cartwright to Director of Banquets

(PRESS RELEASE) -- Beau Rivage Resort & Casino announced the promotion of Bruce Cartwright to Director of Banquets where he will be responsible for directing and leading all on-site and off-site catering, convention and special event functions.

Cartwright has more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry. The Ocean Springs native began his 17-year tenure with MGM Resorts International in 2005 as a Food and Beverage Relief Manager at Beau Rivage. He held multiple positions in hospitality at MGM Resorts International regional properties before being promoted to Director of Beverage at MGM National Harbor in 2018. He was also a member of the Task Force Opening Teams for MGM National Harbor and MGM Springfield. Cartwright most recently held the role of Director of Food and Beverage at Gold Strike Casino Resort.

"To be successful in this industry, hospitality must be in your DNA,” said Vice President of Hospitality Murat Akan. “Bruce is a prime example of someone who can identify and understand the wants and needs of our guests and team members. He consistently goes above-and-beyond to enhance the experience for our guests. It's my absolute pleasure to welcome Bruce back home to Beau Rivage."

In his new role, Cartwright will be responsible for banquet operations, including directing and leading all on-site and off-site catering, convention and special event functions. He will work directly with Beau Rivage’s convention and catering sales teams on a daily basis as well as the food and beverage leadership team.

In addition to many accomplishments in the hospitality industry, Cartwright was awarded his Introductory Sommelier Certificate by the Court of Master Sommeliers.