Las Vegas Business News

Women Inspiring Nevada: Michelle Romero, Mayor, City of Henderson

Mayor Michelle Romero has spent her entire career in public service to the city of Henderson.“I chose public service for my career, because I was taught from an early age to leave a place better than you found it,” Romero said.

27 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

Women Inspiring Nevada: Stacy Watkins, President & Chief Executive Officer, Lexicon Bank

Stacy Watkins (Christopher DeVargas / Staff)

The mission of Lexicon Bank includes empowering clients and bankers and unleashing the economic potential of Southern Nevada. President and CEO Stacy Watkins does an excellent job of embodying those goals.

27 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

Women Inspiring Nevada: Colleen Birch, Chief Operating Officer, Fontainebleau Las Vegas

Fontainebleau Las Vegas, set to debut later this year, is the pride of Colleen Birch’s career so far. “All of my work and experience—more than 25 years in this industry—has led to this.”

27 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

Women Inspiring Nevada: Ashanti Gray, Assistant Fire Chief, Las Vegas Fire & Rescue

Assistant Fire Chief Ashanti Gray is innovative in her approach to patient care as well as employee management. She is committed to diversifying the fire department and helping those around her.

27 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

Women Inspiring Nevada: Jacqueline Gravatt, Chief of Police, North Las Vegas Police Department

Chief of Police Jacqueline Gravatt represents and serves North Las Vegas, Nevada’s largest minority-majority municipality.

27 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

Women Inspiring Nevada: Jennifer Bergdoll, Vice President, People Team Optum

Jennifer Bergdoll (Wade Vandervort / Staff)

As Optum’s people team vice president, Jennifer Bergdoll works at the intersection of health care and human resources, and truly is all about the people.

27 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

Women Inspiring Nevada: Alexandra Arrieche, Music Director & Conductor, Henderson Symphony Orchestra

Alexandra Arrieche (Wade Vandervort / Staff)

At the Henderson Symphony Orchestra, Arrieche spearheads education and youth programs such as the Young Artists Competition.

27 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

Women Inspiring Nevada 2023: Honoring innovation and excellence

The 2023 Women Inspiring Nevada class help elevate Southern Nevada through their leadership, guidance and commitment to the community.

27 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

Small businesses optimistic about future of Nevada’s economy, survey finds

Reed diffusers are shown in the Glass Room at Aroma Retail, 5525 S. Valley View Blvd.,Tuesday, April 13, 2023.

For Cristina and Jim Reding, the couple behind Las Vegas-based Aroma Retail, the coronavirus pandemic — though challenging — was also an ...

26 April 2023

By Katie Ann McCarver

Your employees might be happy, but they are still willing to leave you in 2023

Even though an employee might be satisfied, there is a good chance they would leave their job for the right opportunity and conditions.

24 April 2023

By Shane Green

Sustainable approach: Green beer isn't just for St. Patrick's Day for Henderson brewery

Linda Lovelady holds up a compostable and biodegradable Eco Six Pack Ring during a Sustainable Brewery Summit at Lovelady Brewing Company in downtown Henderson Wednesday, April 5, 2023. The Nevada Green Business Network and the Nevada Craft Brewers Association hosted the summit to share information about sustainable brewing practices and encourage Nevada businesses to become Green Business certified.

Linda Lovelady and her husband, Richard, have always loved the outdoors and have worked to make their home an eco-friendly one. When the couple opened their Henderson ...

24 April 2023

By Katie Ann McCarver

The Notes: April 24, 2023

In the Notes: Emily Hammond, Val Apoderado, PT’s Taverns, David Edelblute, Heather Vincent and more ...

24 April 2023

By VEGAS INC Staff

New hotel offers guests an unexpected oasis of serenity on the Las Vegas Strip

Nirvana Hotel located on South Las Vegas Blvd, has been a huge hit for visitors looking for a more quiet, yet still on the strip hotel. From pet friendly rooms to future private suites, they also have their own food truck located in the back of the hotel which offers daily breakfast and happy hour for their guests during their stay. Nirvana Hotel is owned by Sandy Hershkowitz and her husband, Eric Hershkowitz. Friday, April 14, 2023. Brian Ramos

Unlike its neighbors on the Strip, the Nirvana Hotel has no gambling, smoking or resort and parking fees. What it does have is ...

20 April 2023

By Katie Ann McCarver

Oakland A's agree to buy land for stadium in Las Vegas; 2027 targeted for opening

A view of the former Wild Wild West hotel-casino site on Tropicana Avenue, between Polaris Avenue and Dean Martin Drive, Thursday, April 20, 2023. The Oakland Athletics have agreed in principle to purchase the land to build a new ballpark, according to team President Dave Kaval.

The Oakland Athletics have agreed in principle to purchase a plot of land near the Las Vegas Strip, opening the door for the franchise to explore options to build a new ballpark, marking the latest twist in ...

19 April 2023

By Casey Harrison

As U.S. sports bets boom, internet gambling is slow to expand

Slot machines are controlled by gamblers over the internet at the Hard Rock casino on Feb. 10, 2020, in Atlantic City, N.J.

While two-thirds of the country now offers legal sports betting, only six states offer online casino gambling, confounding industry hopes that the rapid growth of sports betting would ...

19 April 2023

By Wayne Parry, Associated Press

Small business owners can get affairs in order at Las Vegas event today

A lot goes into running a small business — from inspections and licensing to funding, safety and so much more. Fortunately, local entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to do it all at a “one-stop shop” event hosted by the cities of Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas, the Southern Nevada Health District and Clark County.

18 April 2023

By Katie Ann McCarver

NLV property fills void in gaming by focusing on Latino community

Ojos Locos Sports Cantina y Casino in North Las Vegas is a decade old dream dedicated to serving the Latino community, opened its door just a few months ago. The hotel is expected to complete its renovation by the end of the year, including an outdoor tequila garden to host live entertainment. Thursday, March 23, 2023. Brian Ramos

Though the Ojos Locos Sports Cantina y Casino opened its doors a few months ago, the venue — the first of its kind in Southern Nevada dedicated to the Latino community — is the ...

17 April 2023

By Katie Ann McCarver

Opportunities continue to expand for thriving village

President and CEO of Opportunity Village, Bob Brown and OV Ambassador Lizzy The Mayor Samlowski, who is currently a resident at Bettys Village in Las Vegas. Spoke about Opportunity Village, which has been dedicated to helping people with disabilities for almost 70 years, through workforce development, community employment, inclusive housing, arts and recreation and much more. Monday, April 3, 2023. Brian Ramos

One of the hardest parts of Bob Brown’s job as president and CEO of Opportunity Village, a nearly 70-year-old Las Vegas nonprofit serving thousands of people with disabilities, is convincing loved ones that the organization can make a difference in the lives of its patrons.

17 April 2023

By Katie Ann McCarver

Your goodwill helps develop our workforce, and the entire community benefits from that investment

When new acquaintances learn about my role at Goodwill, they instantly relate to our thrift stores and donation centers. That’s certainly understandable, given the visibility of Goodwill stores throughout the Las Vegas Valley and the states from which many of us hailed before calling Southern Nevada our home.

17 April 2023

By Rick Neal

People on the Move: April 17, 2023

In the Notes: Alicia Henrich, Albert Or, Diana Jones, Ela Kristel Bolisay, Dr. Dee Dee Meevasin, Cathy Jones and more ...