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Tony Hsieh's Legacy in Las Vegas

Tony Hsieh, who achieved international fame as head both of Zappos and the Downtown Project in Las Vegas, died in November. Several articles made an account of the Downtown Project's track record.

December 8, 2020 - Las Vegas Review-Journal

Downtown Project

Five Years Later: Zappos Founder's Downtown Las Vegas Project

Tony Hsieh laid out a grand ambition two create a more dynamic downtown in Las Vegas that would change cities all over the world. Now, after a series of setbacks and with dwindling funds, that vision seems unlikely to be realized.

January 11, 2017 - Quartz

Las Vegas Strip At Night

Plans to Create a Community of Start-Ups in Las Vegas Hits Speed Bumps

The Downtown Project was envisioned as a five-year plan to develop a hub of start-ups, small businesses, and cultural attractions in Downtown Las Vegas, but things haven't gone according to schedule.

May 24, 2016 - Quartz

Leadership Change, Layoffs for Las Vegas Downtown Project

The high-profile Downtown Project in Las Vegas, led by Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh, made the wrong kind of news this week.

October 2, 2014 - Re/code

Questioning the Power Structure of Downtown Las Vegas’ Revitalization

Has the power and influence of Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh spoiled the good intentions of the Downtown Project in Las Vegas?

February 25, 2014 - Las Vegas Sun

Zappos Founder Extends Las Vegas Transformation to Transportation

Not content to simply transform downtown Las Vegas's built landscape and work culture, Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh has set his sights on evolving the area's transportation infrastructure. At the heart of his plan sits 100 Tesla S sedans.

April 20, 2013 - Fast Company Co.Exist

The Young Entrepreneur Transforming Las Vegas That You Haven't Heard Of

You've likely heard of Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh’s plans to revitalize downtown Las Vegas in advance of his company's relocation there. Whitney Pastorek profiles one young entrepreneur that's already making a difference in the neighborhood.

June 15, 2012 - Fast Company Co.Exist

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