Yet although the early 1950s era property has long since joined many of its peers in making way for more modern casino resorts on the Strip, Las Vegas Sands has prospered, and much of its progress over the past quarter-century stems from the efforts of the company’s Chairman, CEO, and major shareholder, Sheldon Adelson. Let’s take a closer look at the role that Adelson has played in turning Las Vegas Sands into a global force in the gaming industry.