Stephen A. Wynn is a prominent figure in the gaming industry, having built a strong reputation as the former CEO of Wynn Resorts. He has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, which has likely...

Stephen A. Wynn is a prominent figure in the gaming industry, having built a strong reputation as the former CEO of Wynn Resorts. He has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, which has likely helped him understand both customers and employees better. Wynn was instrumental in creating some of the world's most luxurious resorts, combining high-quality service and exceptional design. His leadership helped Wynn Resorts gain more Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star awards than any other independent hotel company. Notably, in 2017, he received a total compensation of $35 million, demonstrating the financial success of the company during his tenure. However, Wynn faced significant challenges as he resigned in 2018 following serious allegations against him. His departure marked the end of an era for Wynn Resorts, which has since begun a transformation to address corporate governance and workplace culture issues. Despite the controversies, Wynn's influence on the gaming world remains significant, and his strategic insights into luxury hospitality continue to shape the industry.

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2. Holdings

3. Insider Trading

4. Compensation History

5. Other Wynn Resorts CEOs

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Stephen A. Wynn

Founder and Ex-CEO of Wynn Resorts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Field of Expertise

Media & Entertainment - Gaming

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

January 27, 1941 - 84 years ago

CEO of Wynn Resorts for

15 years 3 months (Oct 2002 - Feb 2018)

Previous Experience

Founder of Wynn Resorts, Limited; previous roles in the gaming industry including CEO of Mirage Resorts, Inc.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Stephen A. Wynn

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Robert G. Goldstein

CEO of Las Vegas Sands

2023 Compensation

Stock

$11.21M

Salary

$3.00M

Bonus

$6.90M

Other

$2.29M

Total Holdings

$5.63M

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Patrick S. Pacious

CEO of Choice Hotels International

2022 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.13M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$251.87K

Total Holdings

$53.64M

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Jason Robins

Founder and CEO of DraftKings Inc.

2023 Compensation

Stock

$300.00K

Salary

$500.00K

Bonus

$200.00K

Other

$150.00K

Total Holdings

$27.71M

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Keith E. Smith

CEO of Boyd Gaming

2023 Compensation

Stock

$16.70M

Salary

$1.55M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$26.16K

Total Holdings

$72.48M

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William Hornbuckle

CEO of MGM Resorts International

2023 Compensation

Stock

$4.50M

Salary

$2.00M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$228.88K

Total Holdings

$19.84M

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Robert A. Iger

CEO of Walt Disney

2020 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$3.00M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$1.78M

Total Holdings

$63.39M

Holdings

See how much did Stephen A. Wynn make over time.

Stephen A. Wynn had significant holdings in Wynn Resorts, which formed a major part of his wealth. At his peak in 2017, his total compensation was around $35 million, showcasing both his salary and bonuses tied to performance metrics. However,...

Stephen A. Wynn had significant holdings in Wynn Resorts, which formed a major part of his wealth. At his peak in 2017, his total compensation was around $35 million, showcasing both his salary and bonuses tied to performance metrics. However, by the time of his resignation in February 2018, he transitioned out of the company, suggesting a significant shift in his financial standing. After his departure, Wynn was limited in how he could sell his shares due to agreements in place, and the company's stock experienced fluctuations amid the changes in leadership. This led to a large portion of his wealth becoming less liquid and subject to market conditions. What was a significant asset for Wynn now carries a different risk profile as the company evolves without him.

Total Stock Sold

$2.14B

WYNN

$2.14B

12,131,707 WYNN shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Stephen A. Wynn didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra WYNN12,131,707 shares worth $1.16B.
This is -46.02% and $986.35M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

WYNN

72,851 shares

WYNN

Recent Charitable Transactions

WYNN

72,851 shares

WYNN

Dec 13, 2016

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Stephen A. Wynn.

WYNN

$1.40B

WYNN at $175.00/share

Mar 22, 2018

Sale

WYNN

$738.90M

WYNN at $180.00/share

Mar 21, 2018

Sale

WYNN

89,418 shares

WYNN

Dec 22, 2017

Received

WYNN

137,468 shares

WYNN

Jan 19, 2017

Received

WYNN

72,851 shares

WYNN

Dec 13, 2016

Charity

WYNN

$15.12M

WYNN at $58.48/share

Feb 8, 2016

Purchase

WYNN

$31.98M

WYNN at $55.83/share

Jan 20, 2016

Purchase

WYNN

169,902 shares

WYNN

Jan 14, 2016

Received

WYNN

98,627 shares

WYNN

Jan 14, 2016

Charity

WYNN

1,043,292 shares

WYNN

Dec 31, 2015

Charity

Compensation History

See how much did Stephen A. Wynn make over time.

In 2017, Stephen A. Wynn's compensation reached $35 million, predominantly from his salary and bonuses. His base salary was $2.5 million, and he received a hefty bonus of $15 million tied to performance metrics, which reflected his company's success in achieving Forbes Five-Star status and strong financial targets. However, in 2018, Wynn's total compensation dropped significantly to around $786,000 due to his resignation before the fiscal year ended, with no bonuses or stock options granted. This dramatic change illustrates the volatility in executive compensation tied to both company performance and individual circumstances. His compensation structure emphasized aligning pay with the company's results, but with the challenges faced, that alignment changed as he departed the company entirely.

Year

2018

Total Compensation

$786.36K

Salary

$548.08K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes aligning executive compensation with company performance and shareholder interests, focusing on long-term value creation.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No annual bonus was paid to Mr. Wynn for 2018 as he resigned before the end of the fiscal year.

Other

$238.28K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes personal use of Company aircraft, insurance premiums, and other benefits.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock awards vested for Mr. Wynn in 2018 as he resigned before the end of the fiscal year.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for 2018 were not applicable to Mr. Wynn due to his resignation.

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Matt Maddox

Ex-CEO of Wynn Resorts

February 2018 - January 2022