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Frank Fertitta IIIBillionaire, director of the Station Casinos chain in Las Vegas
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Biography of Frank Fertitta III
Frank Fertitta III is a renowned American entrepreneur, successful businessman, billionaire, president and chairman of the board, and director of the Station Casinos network in Las Vegas. He is also a co-founder and co-owner of Zuffa, LLC. His personal fortune is estimated at approximately $1.3 billion, and his name is included in the list of the world's most influential and wealthy individuals (according to Forbes magazine). Currently, the billionaire resides in Las Vegas with his family, including his wife and three children.
Early Life and Education
Frank Fertitta III was born in the United States. He is a certified professional who obtained his bachelor's degree in science and art from the University of Southern California. The world of casinos has been familiar to Frank since childhood, as his father was involved in this type of entertainment and was once one of the main dealers at the Stardust Casino in Las Vegas.
Career in the Casino Industry
Soon, Frank Fertitta III was fully immersed in the gambling industry. With his natural inclination for active and competent work in all aspects, the future billionaire quickly took on the roles of chairman of Station Casinos Inc. Currently, Frank Fertitta III, along with his brother, owns fifteen casinos, including luxurious establishments such as Green Valley Ranch and Red Rocks.
Today, Station Casinos Inc. is the largest enterprise creating global entertainment. Originally established in 1976 as a small casino for a very limited number of local residents, the company has continually expanded by acquiring new casinos.
For example, on October 2, 2000, the Station Casinos Inc. network became the owner of the Santa Fe Casino. Just a year later, the company acquired another casino, Fiesta Rancho, followed by The Reserve. In 2003, the company acquired Wild Fire Casino and Thunder Valley Casino, and in 2004, the Gold Rush Casino became part of their portfolio. Today, Station Casinos Inc., led by Frank Fertitta III and his team, shows no signs of slowing down and strives to achieve the highest status possible.
Some of the casinos owned by Station Casinos Inc. include Palace Station, Boulder Station, Texas Station, Sunset Station, Santa Fe Station, Green Valley Ranch, Fiesta, Fiesta Rancho, Fiesta Henderson, Wildfire Casino, Wild Wild West, Gold Rush, Magic Star, Lake Mead Lounge, and others.
