Serving as the CFO for AREA15, Oberg brings nearly 20 years of experience as a corporate finance professional within the hospitality, gaming and entertainment industry. Prior to working with AREA15, Oberg worked at MGM Resorts International from 2010 to 2021, where she initially held the position of executive director, corporate finance, until 2013, before serving in the role of vice president, corporate finance, from 2013 to 2021.
During her time at MGM Resorts, Oberg played a key role in the evaluation and execution of capital markets transactions for MGM Resorts, CityCenter, MGM China, MGM Growth Properties and T-Mobile Arena. In particular, she was instrumental in originating and executing more than $15 billion in capital markets transactions, including the $1 billion IPO for the company’s newly formed real estate company, MGM Growth Properties.
Oberg was also responsible for financial analysis related to strategic developments and acquisitions and played a key role in managing the company’s corporate forecasting model, debt compliance and various banking relationships. Prior to joining MGM Resorts, Oberg served as director of finance for Fontainebleau Resorts. Her prior experience also includes serving as director of financial analysis for Marnell Corrao Associates, as well as exposure to equity research as an equity research financial analyst for Bank of America. Oberg received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from the University of Miami.
She is a member of the Junior League of Las Vegas, where she previously served on their board as finance vice president and treasurer from 2015 to 2017. In addition, Oberg has a passion for philanthropic activities and has volunteered with various local Las Vegas organizations, including Habitat for Humanity, Three Square and Help of Southern Nevada.
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