MY BOARD JOURNEY: JULIANA CHUGG, Director, Caesars Entertainment Corp. and VF Corp.

• Position: DIRECTORS & BOARDS' DIRECTORS ROSTER

What was the process that led you to join Caesars Entertainment's board? Did you know people in management or on the board?

I was recruited via an executive search firm that consisted of an initial screening via the search firm followed by interviews with each member of the nominating committee, an interview with the chairman and also with the CEO. After the formal interviews, references were provided and I was thoroughly vetted through reference checks and an initial background check. I did not know any members on the board or management.

Why did you decide to join this particular board, and what are your criteria generally for accepting board appointments?

Caesars is a company undergoing transition and transformation and joining the board at this time provides a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of the company and contribute to the company's mission to inspire grown-ups to play by focusing on increasing brand attachment and engagement. The breadth of the Caesars' portfolio with destinations across four continents offering a broad range of entertainment options and experiences was of considerable interest. My criteria for joining a board includes operating in a growth Industry with a leading market position within the category they compete, a global, values-based company. I evaluate the members of the board that I will be working with to ensure a cultural fit.

Caesars Entertainment emerged from bankruptcy in 2017, is this something you considered before taking the appointment?

I evaluated the Caesars subsidiary restructuring as part of my due diligence, and determined that Caesars Entertainment had emerged from the process with renewed opportunities for growth and innovation.

You have a rich background at major manufacturers and in the food industry, how do you think being on a board of a gambling and leisure firm will differ? What will your experience bring to the table?

Caesars Entertainment is in the business of delighting consumers by providing immersive experiences through the variety of platforms they offer today and in the future. Caesars is also about building powerful brands that are relevant and resonant to the consumers they serve. My experience in building powerful brand franchises is a skill set that will be additive to the current board composition. Additionally, experience as a...