Article: Park Place Names Gaming Industry Leader John Groom President of Caesars Palace; Role as Interim President Ends Today.

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LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 12, 2001

Caesars veteran and gaming industry leader John Groom has been named president of Caesars Palace.

The announcement was made by Wallace R. Barr, chief operating officer of Park Place Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:PPE), parent company of the famed resort. Groom, 56, has served as Caesars Palace's interim president since September 5. He takes the helm as permanent president effective today.

"During our executive search for the right individual to lead Caesars Palace, we found that we already had the perfect person in John Groom," Barr said. "His extensive gaming experience and ...

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