Tahisa Southwell

Tahisa Southwell is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in project and program management primarily within the hospitality and gaming sectors. Currently serving as the Director of Business Security Solutions at MGM Resorts International since December 2024, Tahisa previously held significant roles including Senior IT Program Manager at Irvine Technology Corporation, where management of a large Casino, Cage, and Loyalty system conversion project was a key responsibility. With earlier positions at Seminole Hard Rock Support Services and Resorts World Las Vegas, Tahisa demonstrated expertise in implementing complex Casino and Cage systems. A former Senior Project Manager at MGM Resorts International, Tahisa managed multi-property acquisition projects and oversaw teams delivering a wide range of business applications. Tahisa's career began with roles in e-commerce and data management at MGM Mirage Corporate IT and Molecular Inc. Educational qualifications include a BA from Barnard College and dual MBAs from the D'Amore-McKim School of Business and Northeastern University.