Boyd Gaming
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 (born 1931), 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 (75,480 m2) 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 top-grossing casino resort.
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