Vartan Zakhariants built a successful business to bring the community together through the arts. He started dancing at age 11, excelled in competitive dance and then founded VZ Dance Studios at 23. “Opening up my own studio allowed me to share this love with others, enriching lives, and building wonderful relationships along the way,” said Zakhariants.
Zakhariants frequently visits schools to promote dance, wellness and social engagement. His studio also donates dance lessons to silent auctions benefiting charitable causes, including Teach for America and the J&J Foundation.
In 2022, Zakhariants took on the responsibility of running The NV Ball, a dance competition that attracts competitors from around the world. In the coming years, he looks forward to growing this event and establishing it as a world-recognized competition.
Zakhariants said his job never feels like work because he gets to do what he loves. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter outdoors or at Downtown Summerlin.