Women Inspiring Nevada: Chelle Adams, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Chelle Adams, CFO of The Cosmopolitan, poses for a photo

A financial power player with an extremely versatile background and broad industry experience who is inspired by the hard work and dedication shown by her parents, Chelle Adams now champions others in their career path to achieve their goals and become leaders in hospitality.

Why this career? My father was a major influence. After he retired from the Air Force, he went to college to obtain his accounting degree. He would find ways to incorporate me into his late-night study sessions, including “helping” with his homework by punching in numbers on his big calculator. These late-night sessions were the start of my dabbling into accounting and finance.

Proudest career achievement? The moments when members from my team grow into their fullest potential. I thoroughly enjoy identifying opportunities, matching skill sets, encouraging them to take risks and providing support as they pave their way forward.

How can our community progress in uncertain times? Without a doubt, the current climate that our city and industry are facing due to COVID-19 is one that we have never encountered before and has had significant strain on our city. Every single individual has been affected in some way, and we are anxious to see a return to normalcy. Throughout this crisis, my sole focus has been on our employees and our customers. We are not the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas without them, and we are on our road to recovery.

Best advice received? One of my favorite terms is “career equity,” which means you are in charge of your own destiny and should not rely on anyone else. Always have a plan and be deliberate in your actions, identifying opportunities, being proactive, building relationships and taking risks.

Advice to young women entering the workforce? As women, we have a tendency to keep our heads down and work hard in hopes someone will notice us. Progression and success in the corporate world is not just about working the most hours; it’s about adding value.

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