Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is a diversified hospitality and gaming company headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The company develops, owns and operates a portfolio of branded gaming and entertainment properties, including casinos, hotels, restaurants and meeting facilities. Boyd Gaming’s offerings range from slot machines and table games to live entertainment, dining concepts and convention space, designed to appeal to both regional and destination visitors.
Founded in 1975 by its namesake, William S. “Bill” Boyd, the company began with the opening of its first property on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas. Over the decades, Boyd Gaming has expanded through both organic development and strategic acquisitions. Notable milestones include the purchase of Coast Casinos in 2004, which added properties such as Gold Coast and The Orleans, and more recent expansions into riverboat and racetrack resorts.
Today, Boyd Gaming’s portfolio spans multiple U.S. markets, with a mix of urban and regional properties. Key locations include Las Vegas resorts such as the Fremont Hotel & Casino and Sam’s Town; regional destinations like IP Casino Resort in Biloxi, Mississippi; Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City, Indiana; Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino in East Peoria, Illinois; and Delta Downs Racetrack Resort in Vinton, Louisiana. The company’s geographic diversification allows it to capture a wide audience, from local gaming patrons to tourists seeking integrated resort experiences.
Leadership at Boyd Gaming is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Keith E. Smith, who has held executive roles in finance and operations within the company since 2011. Under his direction, Boyd Gaming has pursued initiatives in digital gaming platforms and non-gaming amenities, while maintaining a focus on customer service and community partnerships. The company’s board and management team continue to emphasize operational efficiency, brand development and market expansion in the competitive hospitality and gaming landscape.