SANDS China, a majority owned subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands, has chosen Wilfred Wong as the company’s new president and COO. His appointment is effective from November 1, 2015, replacing Rob Goldstein.
Before joining Sands China, Wong was chairman and CEO of Hsin Chong Construction Group. He has also held top management positions in property development and construction business sectors, including K Wah International Holdings, Henderson China Holdings and the Shui On Group.
Wong also worked in the public sector as a member of the Hong Kong Basic Law Consultative Committee, the Preliminary Working Committee and in the Preparatory Committee responsible for establishing the Hong Kong Special Administration Region. He was also elected as member of the National People’s Congress of the PRC for 15 years from 1997 to 2012.
Commenting on the appointment of an industry outsider to helm the top position, Sheldon G Adelson, chairman of both Sands China and Las Vegas Sands, said: “We reached outside the gaming industry to find an executive who is highly educated, distinguished and ethical.
“(Wong)’s successful career in business and public service is going to provide the company with a different set of perspectives, insights and approaches that will be valuable to Sands China in the future.”
