Elaine Wynn
Resort co-founder and education advocate
A co-founder of Mirage Resorts and Wynn Resorts whose work extended from resort development into education and philanthropy.
The resort companies
UNLV’s Hall of Fame biography documents Elaine Wynn’s leadership with Mirage Resorts and her role in founding Wynn Resorts. Wynn Las Vegas opened in 2005 and Encore followed in 2008. [1]
Children, schools and civic institutions
Her public work included the Nevada State Board of Education, Communities In Schools and the UNLV Foundation. The university’s account connects the casino business with sustained work on education and cultural institutions. [1]
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Steve Wynn
Explore the related resort-development history. [1]
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How Elaine Wynn Survived 45 Years in Sin City
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Elaine Wynn Fights Over Board Seat; Denies Claims Of Improper Activity
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Elaine Wynn Disappointed By Ouster, But Says Fight Was Worth It
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Elaine Wynn wants more changes to Wynn Resorts board; suggests GC’s departure is ‘for cause termination’
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Elaine Wynn: Mirage was 'a wonderful experiment'
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Elaine Wynn's last tour of The Mirage: 'A deeply personal place'
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