Sand Promotes Goldstein to Lead Global Gaming | Gaming News

LAS VEGAS -- Casino operator Las Vegas Sands Corp. says it has promoted Rob Goldstein to president of global gaming operations.

Goldstein currently serves as executive vice president and president of The Venetian and Palazzo resorts in Las Vegas. Las Vegas Sands said Monday executives currently in charge of operations at the Venetian and Palazzo will report to President and Chief Operating Officer Michael Leven until a successor is found for Goldstein.

In his new role, Goldstein will be responsible for Las Vegas Sands' U.S., Macau and Singapore gambling operations. Last month Las Vegas Sands said Chinese government officials rejected its plans to build on two parcels in the Cotai area. Shares of the Sheldon Adelson-led Las Vegas Sands rose 60 cents to $46.55 in morning trading.

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