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People on the Move: July 10, 2023
Monday, July 10, 2023
In the Notes: Micaela Wargo, Richard Dreitzer, Kaia Handroll, Neon Museum, 1228 Main, NAIOP Southern Nevada and more ...
People on the Move: July 3, 2023
Monday, July 3, 2023
In the Notes: Roger Drake, Shelley Berkley, All In Aviation, Assistance League of Las Vegas and more ...
Top Tech Awards 2023 Nominations now open!
Friday, June 30, 2023
Vegas Inc and Cox Business are now accepting nominations for the  13th annual Top Tech Awards.
Vegas Inc presents 2023 Top Lawyers
Thursday, June 29, 2023
The aim of our annual Top Lawyers list, is to provide a resource so that when you need representation, you have somewhere to turn to get started.
People on the Move: June 26, 2023
Monday, June 26, 2023
In the Notes: UNLV, SR Construction, Mary Raymond, Nevada Donor Network, Ron Boskovich, M.J. Maynard and more ...
The Notes: Philanthropy, June 19, 2023
Monday, June 19, 2023
The Penta Building Group’s charitable arm, the Penta Cares Foundation, raised $220,000 for four Southern Nevada nonprofits— $55,000 each for ...
People on the Move: June 12, 2023
Sunday, June 11, 2023
In the Notes: Melina Petrin, Jed Wallace, Sean Zaher, David McCarville
The Notes: Philanthropy, June 5, 2023
Monday, June 5, 2023
In the Notes: Learning Education & Achievement Foundation, Accelerated Learning Academy, Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada and more ...
People on the Move: May 29, 2023
Monday, May 29, 2023
In the Notes: Mike Hnatuick, Stan Williams, Nicole Castro Zieba, Audrey Lee
2023 Top Doctors: Honoring some of Southern Nevada's best doctors
Thursday, May 25, 2023
The annual Top Doctors issue of Health Care Quarterly recognizes some of the best doctors practicing in our region. Our goal with this publication is to provide a comprehensive list of peer-recommended physicians ...
People on the Move: May 15, 2023
Monday, May 15, 2023
In the Notes: George Markantonis, Laguna Pool House & Kitchen, GOLO, Pete Janemark, Lisa Hauger, Pinkbox Doughnuts and more ...
Despite market challenges, financial expert sees prosperous times ahead in Nevada
Monday, May 8, 2023
John Blackmon is cautiously optimistic about Nevada’s economy avoiding a recession, when he looks at the trends in development, financing and mortgages.
The Notes: Philanthropy, May 1, 2023
Monday, May 1, 2023
In the Notes: Dr. Zahra Kashi, Natasha Mosby, Ability Center of Southern Nevada, Harris Associates, Las Vegas Cannabis Tours and more ...
Women Inspiring Nevada: Colleen Birch, Chief Operating Officer, Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Thursday, April 27, 2023
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.”
Women Inspiring Nevada: Ashanti Gray, Assistant Fire Chief, Las Vegas Fire & Rescue
Thursday, April 27, 2023
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.
Women Inspiring Nevada: Michelle Romero, Mayor, City of Henderson
Thursday, April 27, 2023
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.
Women Inspiring Nevada: Stacy Watkins, President & Chief Executive Officer, Lexicon Bank
Thursday, April 27, 2023
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.
Women Inspiring Nevada: Jennifer Bergdoll, Vice President, People Team Optum
Thursday, April 27, 2023
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.
Women Inspiring Nevada: Michelle Jackson, President & Chief Executive Officer, Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada
Thursday, April 27, 2023
As the president and CEO of Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada, Jackson believes that addressing the economy at the grassroots levels of youth and education has far-reaching impact.
Women Inspiring Nevada: Zhe (Wendy) Sun, Director of Operations, TSK Architects
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Wendy Sun is one of only a handful of people to have licenses to practice architecture in both the United States and China.
Women Inspiring Nevada: Jacqueline Gravatt, Chief of Police, North Las Vegas Police Department
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Chief of Police Jacqueline Gravatt represents and serves North Las Vegas, Nevada’s largest minority-majority municipality.
Women Inspiring Nevada 2023: Honoring innovation and excellence
Thursday, April 27, 2023
The 2023 Women Inspiring Nevada class help elevate Southern Nevada through their leadership, guidance and commitment to the community.
Women Inspiring Nevada: Alexandra Arrieche, Music Director & Conductor, Henderson Symphony Orchestra
Thursday, April 27, 2023
At the Henderson Symphony Orchestra, Arrieche spearheads education and youth programs such as the Young Artists Competition.
The Notes: April 24, 2023
Monday, April 24, 2023
In the Notes: Emily Hammond, Val Apoderado, PT’s Taverns, David Edelblute, Heather Vincent and more ...
People on the Move: April 17, 2023
Monday, April 17, 2023
In the Notes: Alicia Henrich, Albert Or, Diana Jones, Ela Kristel Bolisay, Dr. Dee Dee Meevasin, Cathy Jones and more ...
People on the Move: April 10, 2023
Monday, April 10, 2023
In the Notes: Melissa Lambson, Dana Bennett, Konrad Gstrein, NAIOP Southern Nevada and more ...
People on the Move: April 3, 2023
Monday, April 3, 2023
In the Notes: Vaughn Hartung, Paul Gaudet, Regina McConnell, Graham Walters, Jim Stuart, John Brislin, Paul Wahlberg and more ...
40 Under 40: Cindy Rivelli Senior Associate Vice President, Development and Principal Gifts, UNLV Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Cindy Rivelli is a seasoned fundraiser and manager who found her calling while studying and working abroad.
40 Under 40: Domenica Richards, Vice President, J.P. Morgan, Private Bank
Thursday, March 30, 2023
After starting a finance blog and writing industry articles for Forbes, she was recruited into the private banking and financial services industry, where she has been for nearly a decade.
40 Under 40: Michael Naft, Clark County Commissioner
Thursday, March 30, 2023
As County Commissioner, Michael Naft is involved in healthcare, public safety, transportation, social and family services, and travel and tourism.
40 Under 40: Nathan Drane, Senior Vice President Global Product Management, Light & Wonder
Thursday, March 30, 2023
By contributing to a culture of creativity, Nathan Drane helps inspire those with whom he works. He understands the value of a quality network and has developed the skills to collaborate and communicate well with his peers.
40 Under 40: Ryan Christiansen Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Ntooitive Digital
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Ryan Christiansen is a proud father who applies parenting principles to his work as the co-founder and CEO of Ntooitive Digital. His philosophy to dream big and be unafraid to fail has led Christiansen and his team to success.
40 Under 40: Lauren Lopez, Vice President Ticketing Operations, MGM Resorts Entertainment & Sports
Thursday, March 30, 2023
For many, the business of Las Vegas is show business, and Lauren Lopez knows it inside and out.
40 Under 40: Scott Sellers, Vice President and Regional Field Sales Manager Nevada/Northern LA, City National Bank
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Scott Sellers wears many hats at City National Bank. He drives sales initiatives, coaches colleagues and assists with consumer and commercial deals.
40 Under 40: Melisa Hooper, Vice President of Booking, Allegiant Stadium
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Bringing 60,000 people together might sound like an impossible task, but for Hooper, orchestrating that kind of magic is a gift.
40 Under 40: Dr. Vishisht Mehta Director of Interventional Pulmonology, Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Mehta is passionate about people, and it is reflected in his work. He participates in local community outreach by meeting with patients and other physicians and spreading information about early detection of lung cancer.
40 Under 40: Kirk Reed, Marketing Director, Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas & Co-Founder, We the Beat
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Marketing director at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas and co-founder of We the Beat, Kirk Reed is helping build the music industry in Las Vegas, which to him is nothing short of a dream come true.
40 Under 40: Heather Brown, President, StartUp Vegas
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Heather Brown enthusiastically embraces the new opportunities and challenges that come her way, and that attitude has helped inform her professional trajectory.
40 Under 40: Kristen Santero Manville, Director of Entertainment Marketing, Caesars Entertainment
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Manville describes her job as “creating unforgettable moments.” The entertainment industry in Las Vegas is expansive and sometimes risky, but she enjoys the creativity and confidence that she and her teams have developed.
40 Under 40: Alexandra “Allie” Amato, Campaign Director, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Allie Amato is dedicated to improving the lives of others, and she works to inspire the next generation to do the same.
40 Under 40: Chris Griffin, Chief Financial Officer, Treasure Island and Circus Circus Las Vegas
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Today, Chris Griffin is the chief financial officer for two megaresorts on the Strip. And he’s only getting started.
40 Under 40: Glenn Light, Partner, Lewis Roca
Thursday, March 30, 2023
The chair of Lewis Roca’s Commercial Gaming Practice Group, Light’s expertise in this complicated and high-stakes world is invaluable to his clients. He has worked with a variety of gaming and transaction matters for land-based and interactive casinos, sports betting and, of course, horse racing.
40 Under 40: Kat Klehm, Executive Director, Lincoln Dynamic Foundation; Chief Executive Officer, Kat K Fitness
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Kat Klehm says she was born to teach. She moved to Las Vegas in 2008 to pursue a career in education, and during that time, she began her physical fitness journey and started training others, too.
40 Under 40: Tiffany Mondell, Co-producer, Stabile Productions
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Tiffany Mondell says that growing up in show business was her “entertainment college.”
40 Under 40: Sean Walker, President, The Taffer Companies
Thursday, March 30, 2023
“A cocktail requires the perfect ratio of three parts: spirits, sweetness, and sourness,” Sean Walker said.
40 Under 40: Andrew Kyle Insigne, Senior Director of Event Marketing, Tao Group Hospitality
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Andrew Insigne joined Tao Group immediately after graduating from UNLV, and he has never looked back.
40 Under 40: Tyson Harding, Vice President of Casino Marketing, Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Thursday, March 30, 2023
For Tyson Harding, mentorship and community service go hand in hand.
40 Under 40: Sandra Jauregui, Majority Leader, Nevada State Assembly
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Sandra Jauregui has dedicated her life to improving the lives of Southern Nevadans.
40 Under 40: Sabrina Borghoff, Vice President of Business Development, Martin-Harris Construction
Thursday, March 30, 2023
When Sabrina Borghoff started at Martin-Harris Construction 10 years ago, she was often the only woman at the table.
40 Under 40: Brian Kline, Regional General Manager - West, House of Blues
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Brian Kline gives 110% to everything he does.