'We're only one of two properties that saw increases in 2021 versus 2019, so we could not be more proud and obviously our employees are making the difference. I look at it as a real investment in our people,' Lupo tells Yogonet in an exclusive video interview conducted on March 3. 'A double bonus because of our success in 2021 is a differentiator in the Atlantic City market. On February 17, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City hosted its Town Hall Meeting for employees, where they learned from Hard Rock International Chairman Jim Allen and Hard Rock AC President Joe Lupo that over 2,400 of their eligible union and non-union team members will receive bonuses totaling $10 million for the third consecutive year following a record-breaking year with the largest increase in coin-in, table games drop, and gross gaming revenue over 2019.