The board of directors for nonprofit REACH (Research, Education and Access for Community Health) has promoted Rebeca Aceves to president and CEO. Aceves served for six years as executive director for the organization, which provides research, information, development and implementation of programs to improve community health services and access to care, predominantly to the Hispanic community but also to anyone seeking health care services.
Nevada Realtors presented awards to several leaders of the statewide association at an installation and awards event on Friday, recognizing Doug McIntyre as its Realtor of the Year and honoring others from around the state for their continued service to their association, profession and community. McIntyre, of Reno, served as 2022 president of the organization after being president-elect the previous year. Tom Blanchard was officially installed as president for 2023, as were other officers, and the following awards were presented:
• Brad Spires of Gardnerville received the Active in Politics Award for government affairs advocacy.
• Brandon Roberts of Las Vegas received the Achievement Award for outstanding service to local and state associations.
• Greg Martin of Elko received the Nolan/Reiss Award recognizing spirit, passion and professionalism in serving fellow Realtors.
• Christina Chipman of Las Vegas received the Nevada Distinguished Realtor Award recognizing an NVR member who consistently contributes to the association and the real estate profession. Chipman has directed charitable activities for her local and state associations and led a group that built a house for a needy family in Mexico.
• Grant Meyer of Incline Village received the Inspirational Leader of Tomorrow Award.
• David Tina of Las Vegas received the Peek-Woodcock Legacy Award, a lifetime achievement award named after longtime NVR leaders George Peek and Jack Woodcock recognizing extraordinary commitment to volunteerism, political action and promoting professional standards in the real estate industry and throughout Nevada.
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck announced 10 elevations: Travis Chance (Las Vegas), Liz Esposito (Sacramento), Craig Finger (Denver), Justin Lerner (Denver), Chloe Mickel (Denver), Charlotte Phelps (Denver), Amalia Sax-Bolder (Denver), Zach Siegel (Denver), Mike Smith (Denver) and Melanie Taylor (Denver) will all become shareholders.
Pisanelli Bice, a Las Vegas-based law firm, added three new attorneys. Brianna Smith joins the firm as of counsel. Her area of expertise is in civil litigation with an emphasis on business disputes, Section 1983 claims, and the health care industry. Smith served as a deputy chief, assistant U.S. attorney for the Department of Justice in the District of Nevada. Daniel Brady joins the firm as an associate with a focus on commercial litigation. His previous experience includes clerking for the Elissa Cadish of the Nevada Supreme Court. Tyler Stevens joined Pisanelli Bice as a law clerk while attending the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV. After completing his juris doctorate and passing the bar, he was promoted to an associate position. His area of practice focuses on civil litigation and business disputes.
Southwest Medical has added four providers to help meet the growing need for health services in the Las Vegas community. Dr. Tuong Bui, who specializes in adult medicine, and Dr. Eric Lee, a hospitalist, join Southwest Medical at the 2716 N. Tenaya Way location. Tammy Collander, APRN joins the Tenaya Healthcare Center location (2704 N. Tenaya Way) and specializes in adult medicine. Chiamaka Faith Ibeabuchi, APRN joins the Rancho Urgent Care location (888 S. Rancho Dr.) and specializes in urgent care.
Dr. Robert Smith joined OptumCare Anesthesia (2716 N. Tenaya Way), specializing in anesthesia.
The Plaza hired Sue Ascanio as general manager. Ascanio has more than 30 years of experienced as a gaming and hospitality executive. She most recently served as general manager at River Rock Casino in Sonoma County, California, but began her career in Las Vegas.
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