text: But the bricks and mortar tell only part of the story 
  of this transaction. At the heart of Mandalay is its people. 
  Mandalay employees at all levels are energetic and talented 
  and will be a tremendous asset to us. Together, we will become 
  a family in excess of 70,000 people committed to delivering 
  the best possible experiences for our guests. The transaction 
  also will create unparalleled opportunities for our entire family 
  of employees. 
  
  In short, this groundbreaking transaction creates 
  
  unstoppable momentum for all stakeholders in the 
  MGM MIRAGE family. 
  
  Defining Momentum in our Properties 
  
  In 2004, your company invested over $690 million of 
  capital in the creation of new restaurants, clubs, shows and 
  nightspots as well as the development of strategic enhance- 
  ments to existing amenities. These investments generated 
  exceptional returns in a time when competition for the 
  entertainment dollar has never been higher. 