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40 Under 40: Dean Gettman, CEO, Platinum Contracting of Nevada LLC, Lake Las Vegas Lake Management LLC
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Dean Gettman is the founder and CEO of Platinum Contracting, a company he started at only 23 years old with no financial backing or experience.
40 Under 40: Brooks Smith, President, ChopValue Las Vegas
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Growing up in the restaurant business, Brooks Smith saw how much waste is produced by this industry—not just food waste, but material waste as well.
40 Under 40: Shannon Demus, Chief Financial Officer – Americas, Light & Wonder
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Shannon Demus is a people-first leader with a gift for cultivating a team’s skills and culture for optimal performance.
40 Under 40: Jamie Thalgott, Shareholder, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
Thursday, March 28, 2024
With a deep understanding of Nevada’s political climate, highly regulated gaming industry, and the effects of each on complex land use and real estate transactions, Thalgott has become known for her legal acumen over her last 13 years of practice.
40 Under 40: Dezirae Bruni, Founder and Principal, Dezirae Bruni Interiors
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Dezirae Bruni is a force within the interior design world and has become known for her transformative vision that fuses functionality, aesthetics and sustainability.
40 Under 40: Sulhee Jessica Woo, Content Creator/Social Media Personality, Bento Box Society
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Dubbed “The Bento Box Queen,” Sulhee Jessica Woo has built a career out of her passion for food and family.Followed by millions across her several social media platforms, Woo shares creative and nutritious ideas as she packs lunches for her three daughters.
40 Under 40: Christa Brown, Director of Programming, The Smith Center for the Performing Arts
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, Brown worked with artists, managers and agents to reschedule more than 400 shows. Her grit and resiliency set the stage for her continued career success.
40 Under 40: Brandon Morrison Head of Sustainability, Resorts World Las Vegas
Thursday, March 28, 2024
With the desire to improve sustainability in hospitality, trained environmental scientist Brandon Morrison sought out the Entertainment Capital of the World to make positive change.
40 Under 40: Aaron Lee, Lead Chef and Co-Owner of Winnie & Ethel’s, Downtown Diner
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Aaron Lee is the head chef and co-owner of Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner, a restaurant concept that was brought to life as a result of The Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway.
40 Under 40: Kelly Trask, Director of Slot Strategy and Performance, SciPlay/Light & Wonder
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Kelly Trask is at the center of the global shift in social gaming.
40 Under 40: Sarah Stephens, Vice President of Business Development, Opportunity Village
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Sarah Stephens has been at Opportunity Village since 2014 and has served as the vice president of business development since 2022.
Palm Mortuary, nearing its 100th anniversary, honored by legacy of service to community
Monday, March 25, 2024
Celena DiLullo, president of Palm Mortuary, discusses the business's future, water conservation, the Holocaust Memorial Plaza and more.
People on the Move: March 25, 2024
Monday, March 25, 2024
In the Notes: Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada, Wineaux, Kumud Acharya, Keith Whitfield, Aristocrat Gaming and more ...
People on the Move: March 18, 2024
Monday, March 18, 2024
In the Notes: Rachel Bergren, The Cove Bar & Arcade, John Parel, Patricia Allander, Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, Greg Brower and more ...
People on the Move: March 11, 2024
Monday, March 11, 2024
In the Notes: Ashton Bray, Communities In Schools of Nevada, The Farmhouse Kitchen, Dr. Vicki Mazzorana, Henderson Fire Department and more ...
People on the Move: March 4, 2024
Monday, March 4, 2024
In the Notes: Amari Italian Kitchen & Wine Shop, Kelvin Watson, SR Construction, Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center and more ...
People on the Move: Feb. 26, 2024
Monday, Feb. 26, 2024
In the Notes: Christiaan van Buuren, Ryan Rowland, Edward Abraham, Carl’s Donuts, Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, Lisa Rose and more ...
Vegas Inc celebrates exemplary executives with the 2024 C-Suite Honors
Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024
This year's C-Suite honorees represent nonprofits, sports, gaming, government and other industries critical to the success of the cities we call home. Each honoree displays leadership and innovation in his or her field while elevating their employees and their businesses.
Tech leader: Understanding customer preferences is vital for innovation in hospitality
Monday, Feb. 19, 2024
Robert Rippee has been a central figure in the development of the Black Fire Innovation Hub since its inception. He is responsible for guiding the hub’s programming and curriculum ...
People on the Move: Feb. 19
Monday, Feb. 19, 2024
In the Notes: Patient Protection Commission, Natalie Allred, Joshua Campa, Bob Glaser, Sarah Guindy, Emily Hollister, All’Antico Vinaio and more ...
People on the Move: Feb. 12, 2024
Monday, Feb. 12, 2024
In the Notes: Dr. Harrison Scott Pollinger, Aramark, Zach WalkerLieb, Bryce Clutts, Sean Stewart, Angela Hammond and more ...
People on the Move: Feb. 5, 2024
Monday, Feb. 5, 2024
In the Notes: City of Henderson, Time Equities Inc., The MBS Group, Birtcher Development and more ...
People on the Move: Jan. 29, 2024
Monday, Jan. 29, 2024
In the Notes: Scott Scherer, Steve Hill, Tommy White, Jason Steffen and more ...
The Notes: Jan. 22, 2024
Monday, Jan. 22, 2024
In the Notes: Mark Hemmerle, Meng Zhong, Douglas Elliman and more ...
People on the Move: Jan. 15, 2024
Monday, Jan. 15, 2024
In the Notes: Latoya Rogers, StartUpNV, UNLV Health, Nikki Etherington and more ...
People on the Move: Jan. 8, 2024
Monday, Jan. 8, 2024
In the Notes: Dean Sasso, Julia Aguayo, Conor Howell, Megan Basson, Centennial Hills Hospital, Area15
Allegiant stopping Las Vegas to Reno flights
Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023
Allegiant Air will stop flights from Las Vegas to Reno in January, the company said this week.

The Notes: Philanthropy, Dec. 26, 2023
Monday, Dec. 25, 2023
In the Notes: Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation, City National Bank, Communities In Schools of Nevada and more ...
The Notes: Philanthropy, Dec. 18, 2023
Monday, Dec. 18, 2023
In the Notes: Macy’s, St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, Rebuilding Together of Southern Nevada, Delta Academy, City National Bank and more ...
Health Care Headliners 2024 nominations now open
Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023
Nominate to honor individuals in our community who you know represent the best of health care in Southern Nevada.
The Notes: Philanthropy, Dec. 11, 2023
Monday, Dec. 11, 2023
In the Notes: R.E.A.C.H., Nevada State Elks Association, Chicanos Por La Causa, Bank of America and more ...
The Notes: Philanthropy, Dec. 4, 2023
Monday, Dec. 4, 2023
In the Notes: Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee, Nathan Adelson Hospice, Miracle Flights, Shell USA, Green Valley Grocery and more ...
The Notes: Philanthropy, Nov. 27, 2023
Monday, Nov. 27, 2023
In the Notes: Tom and Leslie Thomas, CORE, Howard Cole, Bank of America and more...
People on the Move: Nov. 20, 2023
Monday, Nov. 20, 2023
In the Notes: Roxo Brands, Vegas Baby Spirits, Brandon Roos, Michelle Romero, Dr. Sumit Gupta, Commercial Alliance Las Vegas and more ...
40 Under 40 Nominations are open
Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023
VEGAS INC’s 40 Under 40 awards honor young leaders in our community. Nominations for this prestigious award program are open now through November 27.
People on the Move: Nov. 13, 2023
Monday, Nov. 13, 2023
In the Notes: City of Henderson, Punam Mathur, Scott Scherer, Kelly Lavigne, Lisa Levine, Kimberly Case-Nichols and more ...
Vegas Inc and Cox Business present the 2023 Top Tech Awards
Friday, Nov. 10, 2023
The information technology professionals and innovators honored here are at the forefront of the tech industry in their respective fields.
People on the Move: Nov. 6, 2023
Monday, Nov. 6, 2023
In the Notes: Sean Salce, Mark Wiedemer, Sallie Doebler, Southwest Medical, Iris Ramos Jones and more ...
People on the Move: Oct. 30, 2023
Monday, Oct. 30, 2023
In the Notes: Amanda Hilton, Justin Brandwein, Favian Perez, Southwest Medical and more ...
21st annual Contractor of the Year Awards recognizes construction projects and leaders
Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023
Contractor of the Year Awards 2023
People on the Move: Oct. 23, 2023
Monday, Oct. 23, 2023
In the Notes: Aristocrat Gaming, Bethany Baird, Casey Domek, NAIOP Southern Nevada and more ...
With an eye toward the bottom line, all kinds of businesses must leverage the continuing evolution of technology
Monday, Oct. 23, 2023
There’s a common low-cost solution that helps answer key questions for developers, says Karim Jabal, director of technology management and strategy at Grand Canyon Development Partners, a construction and real estate development management company with offices throughout the Southwest.

People on the Move: Oct. 16, 2023
Monday, Oct. 16, 2023
In the Notes: Dr. Raúl Montiel-Esparza, Spring Valley Hospital, Ernst & Young, Dr. Loc Nguyen and more ...
People on the Move: Oct. 9, 2023
Monday, Oct. 9, 2023
In the Notes: UNLV, Boyd Gaming Corporation, Jose Luis Valdez, Kristin Harrell, April Parra, Nathan Heimark, Uriel Madrid and more ...
As needs of Southern Nevada’s unhoused population become more acute, mission of nonprofit crystallizes
Monday, Oct. 2, 2023
The Las Vegas Rescue Mission began in 1970 when Pastor Ed Compton and his wife began serving sandwiches to the less fortunate. It has progressively grown into a large nonprofit, serving those struggling with substance abuse disorder and providing emergency shelter for women and children, men and intact family units.
People on the Move: Oct. 2, 2023
Monday, Oct. 2, 2023
In the Notes: Jeff Long, Amari Italian Kitchen & Wine Shop, Platinum Contracting of Nevada, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck and more ...
People on the Move: Sept. 25, 2023
Monday, Sept. 25, 2023
In the Notes: Airgas, Las Vegas Raiders, Nevada Mining Association, Jackson McAlindon and more ...
The Notes: Philanthropy, Sept. 18, 2023
Monday, Sept. 18, 2023
In the Notes: Heaven Can Wait Animal Society, City National Bank, Karen Marben, Communities In Schools of Nevada and more ...
The Notes: Sept. 4, 2023
Monday, Sept. 4, 2023
In the Notes: Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican Hospitals, Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Tony Ramogi, Ken Mundt, Pisanelli Bice and more ...
Nevada SBA director gratified by rebound of state’s businesses post-pandemic
Monday, Aug. 28, 2023
Though best known for large corporate gaming entities that power the state’s economy, Nevada is also home to 313,000 small businesses that create about ...