Boyd Gaming Corporation is a Paradise, Nevada based business engaged in the development, ownership and operation of hotels and casinos throughout the United States. The company continues to be run by founder Sam Boyd's family under the management of Sam's son, Bill Boyd , who currently serves as the company's executive chairman after retiring as CEO in January 2008. As of 31 December 2009, the 15 wholly owned properties had 7,550 hotel rooms, 812,500 square feet of casino space with 21,400 slot machines and 425 table games. Gaming revenue is 75% of total gross revenue. In addition the... corporation has a 50% share in the Borgata, Atlantic City's newest and top-grossing casino resort. Boyd Gaming's history dates to 1941, when founder Sam Boyd first arrived in Las Vegas with his family. After being hired as a dealer, Sam Boyd worked his way up through the ranks of the Las Vegas casino industry, first to pit boss, then shift boss. He eventually saved enough to buy a small interest in the Sahara Hotel and Casino; later, Sam Boyd left the Sahara to become general manager and partner of The Mint Las Vegas.
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| NYSE symbol: | BYD |
| Headquarters: | Las Vegas, Nevada |
| Annual revenue: | $1,780,970,000 |
| Net income: | $-223,000,000 |
| Operating income: | $535,500,000 |
| Market cap: | $3,000,000,000 |
| Industries: | Hospitality, Other Amusement and Recreation Industries |