Boyd is attempting to leverage their business through increased flow-through and strengthen operations. Their company values include strengthening their operations, investing in future growth, and improving their financial position. Founded in 1975 by Bill Boyd, the company has a portfolio spanning gaming cities such as Vegas and Atlantic City to smaller markets such as near Chicago, New Orleans, and Louisiana. Boyd Gaming Changing the Face of The Las Vegas Stripīoyd Gaming is a publicly traded company based in Las Vegas, NV with 22 casino entertainment properties in 15 distinct markets.