Las Vegas Business News

40 Under 40: Emily Prazer, President and CEO of Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc., and Chief Commercial Officer of Formula 1

Emily Prazer

Emily Prazer always knew she wanted to work in sports and built a career bringing events to life.

40 Under 40: Megan Weintraub, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Jewish Nevada

Megan Weintraub

With a passion for nonprofit fundraising and event planning, Megan Weintraub knew early on that she wanted to work as a Jewish communal professional.

40 Under 40: Melissa McCormick, CEO, Nevada State High School

Melissa McCormick

For Melissa McCormick, leadership starts with clear expectations and follow-through, creating an environment where staff understand their roles and stay committed.

40 Under 40: José Orozco, CEO of Orozco Siblings and Vice President of Broches for a Cause

José Orozco

José Orozco knows how much guidance matters when someone is trying to build a life in a new country.

40 Under 40: Kevin Murray, Manager of Housing & Justice Systems, SilverSummit Healthplan

Kevin Murray

Kevin Murray works where health care, housing and justice systems overlap, helping connect services that too often operate in silos.

40 Under 40: Michael Casper, Vice President of Business Development, AREA15

Michael Casper

When Michael Casper stood backstage at the Bon Jovi concert that opened The O2 Arena in London, he watched the crowd go wild.

40 Under 40: Kathy Rudd, Director of Standards and Learning, Communities In Schools of Nevada

Kathy Rudd

Kathy Rudd creates systems that help educators respond to the academic and personal challenges students face, connecting schools with the resources children and families need to stay engaged and succeed.

40 Under 40: Zach Jukel, Vice President of Marketing, Carver Road Hospitality

Zach Jukel

Zach Jukel is drawn to the energy of shared experiences, where the goal is simple: create something people want to be part of and remember.

40 Under 40: Yolanda Mationg, Chief Development Officer, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada

Yolanda Mationg

As the first person in her family to graduate from high school and college, Yolanda Mationg learned the importance of education, perseverance and overcoming adversity.

40 Under 40: Emi K. Sakevich, Executive Director, Firefighters of Southern Nevada Burn Foundation

Emi Sakevich

Emi K. Sakevich gravitates to the kind of work that turns planning into action.

40 Under 40: Katie Nystrom, Tour Manager, Backstreet Boys

Katie Nystrom

Katie Nystrom’s life revolves around live music.

40 Under 40: Micaela Wargo, Marketing Director, Vestar

Micaela Wargo

Micaela Wargo sees marketing as an opportunity to connect people with causes, and uses events, partnerships, and programming to make retail spaces feel more connected to the community.

40 Under 40: MacKenzie Seroka, Senior Communications Advisor, 84 Communications

MacKenzie Seroka

MacKenzie Seroka has always been quick to strike up a conversation, a trait that naturally led her into public relations.

40 Under 40: Alan Walker, Director of Brand Marketing, Aria Resort & Casino and Vdara Hotel & Spa

Alan Walker

While visiting Las Vegas nearly 15 years ago, Alan Walker stepped into a casino employment center on a whim and left with a front-desk job.

40 Under 40: Felicia Hersh, Director of Guest Experience, Bellagio and Park MGM

Felicia Hersh

Felicia Hersh lives by what she calls the foundation of lasting loyalty: care for people, earn their trust and make meaningful connections.

40 Under 40: Jessica Rosado, Television Host & Multimedia Producer, KTNV Channel 13

Jessica Rosado

Powerful storytelling led Jessica Rosado into a career in media, shaped by her belief that it creates connection and shared understanding.

40 Under 40: Karen Alonso, Chief Advancement & Communications Officer, United Way of Southern Nevada

Karen Alonso

Karen Alonso is driven by a simple belief: if you have the ability, you have the responsibility.

40 Under 40: Lailani Albano, Director of Marketing, Light & Wonder

Lailani Albano

Lailani Albano could have stayed in safe roles but instead, she pursued opportunities that pushed her into new arenas.

40 Under 40: Anamarie Ellis, Vice President of Operations, Ellis Island Casino & Hotel

Anamarie Ellis

Anamarie Ellis was raised inside Ellis Island Hotel & Casino, the off-Strip property her family has operated since 1968.