For more than 30 years, Douglas May has been an integral part of creating the culture of organizations through training, employee communication, philanthropy, and employee events.
He is a dynamic speaker, course developer, recruiter, and trainer supporting clients in the Gaming, Hospitality, Education, Cannabis, and Non-Profit industries.
Using humor and telling stories based on his work and life experiences, Douglas weaves his message of being yourself and finding your path into everything he does, whether it’s a speech, writing, or training class. He is dedicated to facilitating people’s understanding of their life’s journey, including their triumphs and mistakes, and how to learn from both.
Prior to consulting, Douglas spent fourteen years working for MGM Resorts where he held Director of Training positions at Primm Valley Casino Resorts, Mandalay Bay, Luxor, and Excalibur. He also spent many years working in Training and Development for several banks in New Jersey. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in implementing customized organizational development solutions to improve guest service, develop strong leadership, recruit the right people, and create an inclusive and positive company culture.
Specific to the DEIB space, Doug played a pivotal role in the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) space at several MGM Resorts properties. His responsibilities included designing and conducting training programs for employees across all levels. As part of the inaugural class, he earned a certification as a Diversity Champion within the company. Doug actively fostered a diverse culture through various initiatives, including employee training, effective communication, engaging events, and philanthropic endeavors. Additionally, he played a crucial role in vendor selection for the training program and contributed to the strategic rollout of the initiative.
A great supporter of the community, Douglas has served as a Board Member for both the Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation and Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN). He also volunteered for the United Way for many years where he prepared and filed free income tax returns for low-income individuals.
Originally from Iowa, Douglas currently resides in Michigan with his partner, Chris. Together they enjoy traveling, music, theatre, and the search for that “right item” at flea and antique markets. He is a graduate of The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City and a Master’s Graduate of Discover Leadership.
