Sean Christie

Sean Christie (born April 21, 1974) is co-founder and CEO of Carver Road Capital.[1] Previous roles include events and nightlife president of MGM Resorts International;[2] EVP of business development for Wynn Resorts; and COO and vice-president of operations at Wynn Las Vegas,[3] where he was the managing partner of Encore Las Vegas Beach Club, Surrender Night Club, and Andrea's Restaurant.[4]

Career

Boston years

Christie began his career in nightlife and hospitality in 1993, working for Lyons Group in Boston. There, he managed and promoted Karma Club, Bill's Bar and Lounge, and Avalon.[5]

Las Vegas entrepreneur

In 2000, Christie relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada, to assist in the opening and management of House of Blues at Mandalay Bay.[6] From 2001 to 2006, he was also a managing partner of The Light Group, a hospitality development and management company with Las Vegas entertainment venues Jet and Light, lounges Mist and Caramel, and restaurants Stack and Fix.[7]

In 2006, he founded Las Vegas Nightlife Group, an entertainment consulting firm; clients included CityCenter Las Vegas;[4] Bare Pool Lounge at The Mirage Hotel and Casino; and the DayDream Las Vegas Pool Club, for the M Resort, Christie's first day-club iteration.[4]

He joined Wynn Las Vegas as a managing partner, in 2007, to create the first boutique nightclub in Las Vegas, Blush Boutique Nightclub.[6] The following year, Wynn commissioned Christie to partner with Chef Kim Canteenwalla and Elizabeth Blau to co-create Society Café at Encore Las Vegas.[4][8] In 2010, he collaborated on Encore Beach Club and Surrender Nightclub at Encore Las Vegas.[4]

In 2012, Christie opened Andrea's Asian restaurant in Encore, adjacent to the Encore Beach Club complex, with executive chef Joseph Elevado,[4][5] and was named an influential executive Billboard.[8] In 2013, he piloted a Wynn Las Vegas filming initiative, resulting in the property being featured in Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2, Frank and Lola and The House.[4][7]

In January 2018, Christie joined MGM Resorts International as president of events and nightlife, where he oversaw all owned and leased day and nightlife venues and provided strategic direction around special events programming. During his tenure, he steered Juniper Cocktail Lounge, Roy Choi's restaurant concept Best Friend, On The Record Speakeasy and Club, and Mama Rabbit Mezcal + Tequila Bar at Park MGM. Christie also led the 2019 opening of the 10,000-square-foot retro-style Mayfair Supper Club at the Bellagio.[9]

Carver Road Hospitality

In 2020, Christie partnered with real estate and marketing executive Nelson Famadas to co-found hospitality and entertainment company Carver Road Capital. The firm develops lifestyle hotels, restaurants, lounges, and other hospitality venues in the United States and internationally. Curator of its various beverage menus, mixologist Francesco Lafranconi also joined the firm that year as vice president of beverage and hospitality culture.[10][11][12][13][14] The company has opened several nightlife venues and is an investor in Emmy Squared Pizza, with multiple locations.[11]

In July 2021, Carver Road announced plans to open a multi-concept venue Flanker Kitchen + Sporting Club in Salt Lake City, opening in December 2021. Launched that December, the 17,500-square-foot multi-concept complex features a restaurant, bars and lounges, and karaoke and golf simulator rooms. Located across from Vivant Arena at The Gateway, the venue was designed by DesignAgency.[15][16]

On December 30, 2021, Carversteak opened at Resorts World Las Vegas, with a mid-century modern aesthetic.[17] Seamark Seafood & Cocktails at the Wynn Resorts Encore Boston Harbor opened in 2024, helmed by James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Schlow.[18][19]

Personal life

Christie was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and began helping at the family restaurant in Boston at age seven.[5] He attended Northeastern University, resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with his daughter,[20] and cites his parents as his greatest influence.[21] Christie is a supporter of Keep Memory Alive, a program of the non-profit Cleveland Clinic, a non-profit academic medical center.[20]

References

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  2. ^ "Sean Christie lands at MGM Resorts - Las Vegas Weekly". 16 January 2018.
  3. ^ "Executive took bull by horns in nightlife industry". 10 January 2016.
  4. ^ a b c d e f g Morris, David (May 2014). "The Wynn Sets Its Sights on Hollywood". Vegas Seven. Archived from the original on 3 October 2018. Retrieved 31 July 2014.
  5. ^ a b c Leach, Robin (15 May 2014). "Q+A: Surrender, EBC exec Sean Christie: 'People all over the world know Las Vegas is the best". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved 31 July 2014.
  6. ^ a b "Promises in the Dark: Blush nightclub boss offers patrons night of energy, enjoyment". Las Vegas Review-Journal. 27 August 2007. Retrieved 31 July 2014.
  7. ^ a b "Sean Christie's Groundbreaking Concept". Vegas Magazine. 1 June 2010. Retrieved 31 July 2014.
  8. ^ a b Mason, Kerri (3 February 2012). "Dance Music's Most Influential Executives". Billboard Magazine. Retrieved 31 July 2014.
  9. ^ Sheckells, Melinda (25 September 2019). "Las Vegas' Bellagio Will Bow The Mayfair Supper Club for New Year's Eve". The Hollywood Reporter.
  10. ^ "Sean Christie & Nelson Famadas Launch Carver Road Hospitality - Jason Binn". DuJour. 2020-10-14. Retrieved 2020-11-13.
  11. ^ a b Martin, Dr Patti (2023-09-14). "Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar - Elevating the Football Experience and More". Splash Magazines Worldwide. Retrieved 2026-03-24.
  12. ^ "Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards". vegasspiritawards.com. Archived from the original on 2024-12-02. Retrieved 2026-03-24.
  13. ^ ReleaseShare, Press (2021-11-10). "New sporting club at the Gateway opening in December". Utah Business. Retrieved 2026-03-24.
  14. ^ Simmons, Ted (2024-04-16). "Cocktail chat: Francesco Lafranconi, Rosevale Cocktail Room". The Spirits Business. Retrieved 2026-03-24.
  15. ^ "Flanker Kitchen + Sporting Club unveils menu ahead of October opening". 7 September 2021.
  16. ^ "Carver Road Hospitality to bring multi-concept venue to Salt Lake City". 8 July 2021.
  17. ^ Stapleton, Susan (2021-06-15). "Behold, the Mammoth Steakhouse From Sean Christie Headed to Resorts World in December". Eater Vegas. Retrieved 2026-03-24.
  18. ^ Cifarelli, David (2024-04-02). "James Beard award-winning chef behind new restaurant opening at Mass. casino". masslive. Retrieved 2026-03-24.
  19. ^ "Hospitality Entrepreneur Sean Christie Shares Trends For Fall 2024 And Newest Projects". Forbes. 2024-08-30. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
  20. ^ a b Kaplan, Michael (7 June 2014). "Sean Christie Puts Hotels in the Movies". Vegas Magazine. Retrieved 31 July 2014.
  21. ^ DeFrank, Sean (23 December 2010). "Sean Christie". Vegas 7. Retrieved 4 August 2014.
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