| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | , United States |
Key people |
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| Brands | Hard Rock Cafe[4] |
| Owner | Seminole Tribe of Florida |
Hard Rock International (HRI) is an American hospitality and entertainment company most known for its Hard Rock Cafe brand. Owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida since 2007, HRI grew from a restaurant established by American businessmen Peter Morton and Isaac Tigrett in London in 1971.
In 2016, the tribe consolidated control over the Hard Rock brand by acquiring Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos, which operated 23 hotels and resorts, approximately 160 restaurants, and other venues in approximately 71 countries at the time. Since then, HRI has expanded to operate more than 35 hotels and casinos, 200 restaurants, and other venues.
Based in Florida, HRI ranked number 98 on Forbes' 2023 list of the largest privately held companies in the United States. The music-themed company has an extensive memorabilia collection with approximately 86,000 pieces and operates a record label, among other business ventures. James F. Allen is the chairperson.
- ^ "Hard Rock Hires Dajani For Real Estate Role". The Seminole Tribune. May 22, 2023.
- ^ "Seminole Hard Rock Adds To Its Leadership Team". The Seminole Tribune. July 7, 2023.
- ^ Perez, Mary (June 22, 2017). "Former GM of IP Casino goes to the top at Hard Rock". Sun Herald.
- ^ "Hard Rock Café". Forbes.