UNCASVILLE –Mohegan Sun has appointed a new vice president of gaming at the Connecticut casino.
Doug Vogelei of Old Saybrook took over the position on Monday, Jan. 13. He will provide strategic vision, oversight, and alignment of gaming operations, in collaboration with Mohegan Sun’s gaming leadership team.
“Doug’s vast knowledge in gaming operations and ability to inspire large teams makes him a perfect fit for this role,” said Jeff Hamilton, president and general manager at Mohegan Sun. “We’re confident that his expertise makes him an impactful addition to our leadership team, and we look forward to seeing him continue to enhance the overall gaming experience.”
Vogelei joins Mohegan Sun as a seasoned leader in the hospitality and gaming industry, with a career of strategic and tactical experience spanning more than 30 years. Most recently, he was senior vice president of casino operations at Sycuan Casino Resort in El Cajon, California, from March 2020 to December 2024. At that job he directed financial and operational strategies across various gaming sectors.
Vogelei also held key roles at Venetian Casino & Resorts in Las Vegas, where he worked for more than 20 years. During his tenure with the Venetian, Vogelei advanced through the gaming division, ultimately overseeing table games, slots, and poker.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in hotel administration from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and is currently pursuing a master of business administration from Louisiana State University at Shreveport. He served as a board member for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation San Diego Chapter.
Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat arena that is home to the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun.
