Heather Brown enthusiastically embraces the new opportunities and challenges that come her way, and that attitude has helped inform her professional trajectory. Growing up in a military family, Brown split time between Las Vegas and Saudi Arabia. “I was navigating new life experiences that shaped my identity and helped me develop a nuanced understanding and appreciation of cultural differences, and made me more adaptable and open-minded,” Brown said.
After graduating from UNLV, Brown went on to work in the political sphere of Washington, D.C., before becoming an entrepreneur—the path that ultimately brought her back to Las Vegas. As the president of StartUp Vegas, Brown promotes startup culture in Southern Nevada and advocates for entrepreneurs.
“One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is witnessing the transformative power of entrepreneurship in the broader Las Vegas economy,” Brown said. “The passion and drive that entrepreneurs bring to their work is truly contagious, and it is a privilege to work alongside them as they strive to create new avenues for growth and diversification.”
Brown is also a newly elected University Regent representing District 6 in Southern Nevada, giving her the opportunity to help strengthen and fortify higher education institutions in our community.