Las Vegas Business News

40 Under 40: Vartan Zakhariants, Business Owner and Competition Organizer, VZ Dance Studios

Vartan Zakhariants built a successful business to bring the community together through the arts.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Mathilda Miller, Government Relations Director, Native Voters Alliance Nevada

Mathilda Guerrero Miller is not naïve to the fact that politics can feel insular.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Griffin Tendler, Vice President of Marketing, Sapphire Las Vegas

Griffin Tendler was always mystified by Las Vegas’ energy and vibrancy, but when he developed a passion for music, earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing and entered a career in nightlife, his attraction to the city grew immensely.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Ciara Owens, Managing Director, Leadership Development, Teach for America

Ciara Owens has been leading students and educators in Clark County since 2013.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Taylor Verhaalen, President and Owner, Stout Management Company

After a stint in commercial real estate brokering, Taylor Verhaalen joined Stout Management Company in 2009—the family business he grew up learning.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Deana Marcello, Executive Vice President, Colliers

Deana Marcello initially thought she would be a lawyer.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Joe Kennedy, Executive Director, Get Outdoors Nevada

A fourth-generation Nevadan, Joe Kennedy brings a wealth of diverse experiences to his leadership role at Get Outdoors Nevada.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Brian Hager, President and Chief Executive Officer, Grant a Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center

The mission of Grant a Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center is to provide resources and advocacy for neurodiverse individuals and their families.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Diane Tuntland, Chief Investment Officer, Endowment Partners and Fraser Asset Management

While Diane Tuntland was a professional ballet dancer, she didn’t give much thought to her post-ballet career.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Derek Morishita, Vice President of Food and Beverage, Sahara Las Vegas

Derek Morishita would be happy to tell anyone that food and drinks are his life—and he’s been fortunate to make them his career.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Elizabeth Shipman, Vice President, Organ Operations, Nevada Donor Network

As the vice president of organ operations at Nevada Donor Network, Elizabeth Shipman oversees organ procurement and various transplant services.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Jerry Goumroian, Founder, Meráki Greek Grill

Jerry Goumroian uses food to bring people together.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Lindsey Jamieson Gilbert, Senior Manager, Programming, The Smith Center for the Performing Arts

When asked about her favorite place in Southern Nevada, Lindsey Jamieson Gilbert said, “Not to sound like a total suck-up, but I truly love The Smith Center. I believe we offer something really special to the community, with amazing programming, educational events for local students and impressive art and architecture.”

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Joseph Kent, Deputy Director and Curator, Atomic Museum

Joseph Kent is a key team member of the Smithsonian-affiliated Atomic Museum.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Melvin King, Managing Partner and Chief Organizational Officer, InspireWorks HR Solutions

Melvin King is an inspirational leader who is dedicated to connecting people and fostering growth.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Meghan Fitzgibbons, Practice Director of Cardiovascular Services, Desert Region, Intermountain Health

As the health care landscape in Las Vegas grows, its reputation in cardiac care has made huge strides.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Lizette Guillen Collins, Acting President and Chief Executive Officer, Nevada Partners, Inc.

Lizette Guillen Collins started at Nevada Partners, Inc. when she was 19 years old as a front desk receptionist.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Dom Lewis, Director of Social Media, Light & Wonder

Since joining Light & Wonder in 2022, Lewis and his team have reshaped the company’s social media presence across platforms with notable success on LinkedIn.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Martesha Deason, Director of Brand Marketing, Resorts World Las Vegas

With 12 years of experience in hospitality, nightlife and lifestyle, Martesha Deason is uniquely equipped to tackle a property as dynamic as Resorts World Las Vegas.

27 March 2025

By VEGAS INC Staff

40 Under 40: Travis Koput, Vice President of Operations, Southwest Medical part of Optum

Travis Koput has dedicated his career to ensuring high quality patient care, boasting more than 15 years of experience in health care leadership.