Robert Goldstein is a senior advisor at Las Vegas Sands. He led the company as chairman and CEO from 2021 to 2026, capping a career at Sands that began in 1995.
Goldstein helped build The Venetian Las Vegas from the ground up. He later guided Sands through its shift toward Macao and Singapore. He stepped down as chairman and CEO on March 1, 2026, and now supports the company as senior advisor through March 2028.
Quick Facts
| Current role | Senior Advisor, Las Vegas Sands |
| Former role | Chairman & Chief Executive Officer (2021 to 2026) |
| Company | Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS) |
| Joined Sands | 1995 |
| Education | University of Pittsburgh; Temple University School of Law |
| Advisor term | Through March 2028 |
Career Timeline
- 2021 to 2026: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Las Vegas Sands
- 2014 to 2021: President and Chief Operating Officer, Las Vegas Sands
- 1999 to 2010: President and Chief Operating Officer, The Venetian and The Palazzo
- 1995: Joined Las Vegas Sands ahead of The Venetian’s opening
- 2026 to present: Senior Advisor, Las Vegas Sands
Education
- Temple University School of Law
- University of Pittsburgh
From The Venetian To The Top Of Sands
Goldstein earned his law degree from Temple University in 1980. He finished his undergraduate studies at the University of Pittsburgh in 1977, majoring in history and political science.
Before joining Las Vegas Sands, Goldstein spent about 15 years in the casino industry. He started at the Sands in Atlantic City in 1981 as director of casino marketing, then took on senior roles at Pratt Hotel Corporation.
He joined Las Vegas Sands in 1995, just ahead of The Venetian’s opening. He helped build the property’s gaming and hospitality operations. He also led the creation of the Grand Canal Shoppes, which became one of the Strip’s signature retail draws.
In 1999, Goldstein became president and COO of The Venetian and The Palazzo. He held that role until 2010. During this stretch, he pushed the resorts into entertainment and culture, adding Broadway shows and the Guggenheim Hermitage Museum.
His work on The Venetian drew attention from Asia. Sands Macao opened in 2004, starting a major expansion for the company. That same year, Goldstein led the $1.5 billion sale of The Venetian and Palazzo retail assets, a deal that reshaped Las Vegas Strip real estate.
Goldstein also led development of Sands Bethlehem in Pennsylvania. The property opened in 2009 and sold in 2019 for $1.3 billion.
In 2014, Goldstein became president and COO of Las Vegas Sands, working closely with founder Sheldon Adelson. He took over as chairman and CEO in 2021, after Adelson’s passing. Under his leadership, Sands sold its Las Vegas Strip property for $6.25 billion and sharpened its focus on Macao and Singapore.
Goldstein stepped down as chairman and CEO on March 1, 2026. Patrick Dumont, previously the company’s president and COO, succeeded him. Goldstein now serves as senior advisor through March 2028, supporting government relations, development plans, and gaming strategy.
Awards And Recognition
- Named Philanthropist of the Year 2015 for his work with Las Vegas charities, including Opportunity Village and the Adelson Clinic
- Driving force behind the Young Women’s Leadership Academy of Las Vegas, a charter school for girls
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Robert Goldstein still CEO of Las Vegas Sands?
No. Goldstein stepped down as chairman and CEO on March 1, 2026. He now works as senior advisor to the company through March 2028. Patrick Dumont is the current chairman and CEO.
What roles did Robert Goldstein hold at Las Vegas Sands?
Goldstein joined Sands in 1995. He served as president and COO of The Venetian, then president and COO of Las Vegas Sands, and finally chairman and CEO from 2021 to 2026.
What did Robert Goldstein achieve at Las Vegas Sands?
Goldstein helped build The Venetian and Sands Bethlehem. He led Sands’ expansion into Macao and Singapore and oversaw major property sales, including the $6.25 billion sale of the company’s Las Vegas Strip assets.
Who replaced Robert Goldstein as CEO?
Patrick Dumont replaced Goldstein as chairman and CEO on March 1, 2026. Dumont previously served as the company’s president and COO.
What is Robert Goldstein’s role now?
Goldstein now serves as senior advisor to Las Vegas Sands. He supports government relations, physical development, and gaming strategy through March 2028.