William 'Bill' S. Boyd is an American businessman, the billionaire Co-founder and Executive Chairman of Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD), a major operator of casinos and resorts across the U.S. His colossal wealth is generational, tied to the gaming empire founded by his late father, Sam Boyd (d. 1993), in 1975.

Boyd holds a B.A. from The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and a J.D. Law degree from Southwestern Law School. His philosophical approach centers on generational stewardship, scale, long-term asset hold, and vertical integration in the essential gaming and hospitality sectors (pioneering the locals' casino model). He is a major figure in Las Vegas history.

• Boyd Gaming Corporation (Co-founder & Executive Chairman): The core publicly traded asset, a major operator of casinos and resorts across the U.S.
• Gaming Pioneer: His success is built on scale management and dominating the domestic market for regional and locals-focused casino gaming.
• Academic Background: He holds a J.D. Law degree and a B.A. from UNLV.
• Family Governance: He and his family control a substantial stake in the publicly traded company.

William Boyd's strategic leadership guided Boyd Gaming's transformation into a global market leader. He co-founded Boyd Gaming with his father, Sam Boyd, in 1975, successfully building a chain known for pioneering the concept of locals' casinos (casinos focused on local residents rather than tourists). His structural contribution is immense: pioneering the scale management of regional casino assets and establishing a major presence in Las Vegas and beyond. The company successfully executed its IPO on the NYSE.

He remains Executive Chairman, ensuring the company adheres to its core values of customer loyalty and stability. His wealth is secured by the colossal, long-term, stable profitability of the U.S. gaming and hospitality sectors.

William Boyd's social impact stems from Boyd Gaming's role as a massive employer and provider of entertainment and hospitality services across the U.S. His personal philanthropy supports various educational and community initiatives, with a strong focus on legal education (funding the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV) and local Las Vegas charities.

His personal philanthropy supports various community and educational initiatives.

William Boyd maintains the professional, composed style of a corporate executive. His attire is consistently formal and high-quality, favoring tailored suits. His aesthetic reflects serious authority and stability, typical of a leader in the global hospitality sector.

Residing in Las Vegas, Nevada, his luxury is the immense security and financial reward derived from his multi-billion dollar fortune. His life is dedicated to corporate governance, strategic investment, and sports management.