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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 ...
People on the Move: Aug. 21, 2023
Monday, Aug. 21, 2023
In the Notes: Interblock, Dallas Haun, John T. Moran III, Stanley Olsen, Kenneth Goodrich, Irene Villenueva, Ryan Hink, David Bonatesta, Lydia Pierce and more ...
The Notes: Philanthropy, Aug. 14, 2023
Monday, Aug. 14, 2023
In the Notes: Pills2Me, Vegas Golden Knights Foundation, Henderson Silver Knights Foundation, Southern Nevada Senior Law Program, Jewish Nevada and more ...
People on the Move: Aug. 7, 2023
Monday, Aug. 7, 2023
In the Notes: Barbara Atkinson, Rich Wierzbowski, Steven Johnson, TaChelle Lawson, Greg McKinley and more ...
Window for success open to anyone willing to invest time and effort in development industry, exec says
Monday, July 31, 2023
It’s a good time to break into the development business. That’s according to Vincent Tatum, president and owner of Grand Canyon Development Partners.

People on the Move: July 31, 2023
Monday, July 31, 2023
In the Notes: Derek Parent, Sylvia Welsh, Bailey Kennedy, Paradox Museum Las Vegas, Deshone Brunswick and more ...
People on the Move: July 24, 2023
Monday, July 24, 2023
In the Notes: Anthem Country Club, John Baccala, Jorge Sotelo, Halo.Car, All In Aviation, Intagly, Dr. Areeba Siddiqui and more ...
People on the Move: July 17, 2023
Monday, July 17, 2023
In the Notes: Emily Ellis, Jayme Ritchie, Cristian Gonzalez Perez, Chapman Noam, Priscila Venzor, SR Construction and more...
2023 Angel Awards: Inspiration through involvement in Southern Nevada
Thursday, July 13, 2023
The Vegas Inc Angel Awards honors some of Southern Nevada’s most philanthropic individuals and organizations. Collectively, they have dedicated countless volunteer hours and millions of dollars.
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
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 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: 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: 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.
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: 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: Min Kim, Executive Chef, Mizumi at Wynn Las Vegas
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Creativity is the flagship of Min Kim’s working philosophy.
40 Under 40: Aida Correa, Director of Marketing, Clique Hospitality
Thursday, March 30, 2023
As the restaurant marketing director for Clique Hospitality, Aida Correa oversees five different venues, and she thrives in a challenging and creative environment.
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: Curtis Edenfield, Chief Executive Officer, Thrive Aviation
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Curtis Edenfield is a self-described aviation nerd who has been around the industry his entire life—both parents worked in aviation, and his brother Stuart is a pilot and one of the co-founders of Thrive Aviation.
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: 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: 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: Caitlin Shea, Vice President of Development, Discovery Children's Museum
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Caitlin Shea has had a passion for service from a young age, and she has followed that lead throughout her career, working in nonprofits for the past 14 years.
40 Under 40: Morgan Waldron, Director of Marketing and Communications, Goodwill of Southern Nevada
Thursday, March 30, 2023
As the director of marketing at Goodwill Southern Nevada, Morgan Waldron finds fulfillment in providing service and resources to the community.
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: Brian Kline, Regional General Manager - West, House of Blues
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Brian Kline gives 110% to everything he does.
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: Trenton Alenik, Executive Director, The Inspiring Children Foundation
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Trenton Alenik does it all. He’s the executive director at the Inspiring Children Foundation; he helps run his family’s business, Pasta Shop Ristorante; he’s a national championship winner in both tennis and pickleball and a community leader and philanthropist.