Las Vegas Sands Names Patrick Dumont as New CEO and Chairman
Leadership Transition at Las Vegas Sands
Las Vegas Sands, a leading global company in casino and hospitality, has announced a major leadership change. Patrick Dumont, who has a long history with the company, will take over as both CEO and chairman. In addition to these roles, Dumont will also serve as the chairman of Sands China, the company’s subsidiary focused on the Chinese market.
Details of the New Appointment
The company confirmed on February 13 that Patrick Dumont, previously serving as president and chief operating officer, is set to begin his new role on March 1, 2026. He will be succeeding Robert G. Goldstein, who will transition to a senior advisor position and continue to support Las Vegas Sands until March 2028.
Dumont’s appointment was anticipated by the board as the natural succession plan. Since joining Las Vegas Sands in 2010, Dumont has climbed the ranks, joining the board of directors in 2017 and being appointed president and COO in early 2021. His leadership has played a key role in the development of the company’s major markets such as Macau and Singapore.
Among his notable contributions is leading efforts to enhance customer experience and product offerings in Macau and Singapore, which are vital to the company’s growth. He is also overseeing a significant $8 billion luxury development project in Singapore.
Patrick Dumont’s Vision and Outlook
Upon his appointment, Dumont expressed his honor and commitment to continue the legacy built by Las Vegas Sands’ founder Sheldon Adelson and outgoing CEO Robert Goldstein. He praised their vision, which transformed the company into a global leader.
He remarked, “Under the leadership of Sheldon Adelson and Rob Goldstein, Sands has reached tremendous heights, and I welcome the opportunity to build on that legacy in the years ahead. I am excited about our company’s future and look forward to getting started in this new role.”
Dumont highlighted the strengths that position the company for future success, including its solid leadership, dedicated workforce, and valuable assets, all supported by a commitment to excellence.
Additional Context
Despite its strengths, Las Vegas Sands experienced challenges in the North American iGaming sector, which did not meet expectations and ultimately led the company to exit that market segment.
