June 08, 2009

Galaxy Entertainment Group ('Galaxy') is committed to providing world-class products and takes pride in delivering exceptional service to our guests. The performance of our staff is critical in delivering exceptional customer service and growth of the Group. The four CityClubs at Galaxy - Rio Casino, Waldo Casino, President Casino and Grand Waldo Casino, recently held the “Star of the Year – 2008” Awards Presentation Ceremonies respectively to honor the employees who achieved outstanding performances in the past year. In recognition of their achievements, Galaxy will tailor-make training courses and development programs to further advance their skills, and to better equip them for higher professional developments for the very best service excellence.

The awardees of the “Star of the Year – 2008” award are Choi Cheng Po, Dealer at Rio Casino; Ao Man Heng, Surveillance Technician at Waldo Casino; Ma Sin Yee, Pit Supervisor at President Casino; and Man In I, Dealer Inspector at Grand Waldo Casino. In addition to the tailored training courses, Galaxy also awards the awardees a trip for two to Malaysia, to provide an opportunity for the awardees to experience the gaming operations and hospitality in other countries.

The senior management executives who attended the awards presentation ceremonies congratulated the awardees. Mr. Michael Mecca, President and Chief Operating Officer of Galaxy Entertainment Group, said, "I sincerely thank each and every employee for their efforts and contributions. Employees are our biggest asset, the Star performers create the benchmark for all to follow and through their outstanding performance, and together we deliver to our guests a world class property with an Asian heart.”

The “Star of the Year – 2008” awards nominees were awardees of “Employee of the Month” based on high standard of customer service, technical skills and knowledge, professional attributes, team work and attendance The “Star of the Year” awardee at each casino was selected by a committee including senior management from Casino Operations, Human Resources & Administration, and Training & Development. Mr. Steven Wolstenholme, one of the Committee members and Chief Operating Officer of Galaxy Macau, said, " I am extremely delighted to be amongst so many talented outstanding staff, no matter who wins the “Star of the Year” award, I would like to congratulate you all on your individual achievements. You are role models for all Galaxy employees.”

The Rio Star of the Year Award recipient, Choi Cheng Po, dealer at Rio Casino, said, "I joined Waldo Casino in 2004 as a security guard and in 2007, after completing Galaxy’s professional training courses, I took on a new career path and was transferred to a dealer position at Rio Casino; Galaxy has provided me career opportunities which I am truly grateful. I am very honored in being awarded the “Star of the Year – 2008”, the recognition means a great deal to me. I truly enjoy working in Galaxy and very much appreciate the support extended to me by my co-workers, and I endeavor to continue do my very best for Galaxy in the future."