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1. THE LAS VEGAS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MAGAZINE LVCHAMBER.COM MAY 2011
BusinessVoice
FACING THE FUTURE
JEREMY AGUERO DISCUSSES THE OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES AHEAD

2. Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
6671 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Ste. 300
President’s Message
Las Vegas, NV 89119-3290
702.641.5822 • LVChamber.com
2011 Board of Trustees
Executive Committee
I
Michael J. Bonner
Chairman of the Board ’d like to take this opportunity to express how pleased
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
I am to join the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce as
Kevin Orrock
Chairman-Elect president & CEO. During my term as 2010 chairman
The Howard Hughes Corporation
of the Chamber’s Board of Trustees, I developed an
Hugh Anderson
Anderson & Delutri @ Merrill Lynch in-depth understanding of the varied and changing
Jay Barrett needs of our business membership. In short, it is my belief that
The Marnell Companies
the role of the Chamber is to serve and advocate for the needs of
Kevin Burke
Burke Construction Group, Inc. the business community. I plan to make that my leading priority
Steve Hill as your president.
CalPortland
Vicky VanMeetren
St. Rose Dominican Hospitals, In today’s economic climate, there is a great need for our
St. Martín Campus
Chamber to focus on programs that lend support to all of our
Nancy Wong
Arcata Associates, Inc. member businesses – in particular, our small business members
Kristin McMillan
Kristin McMillan President & CEO – to help them sustain operations during this precarious time
President & CEO period. Not only are we focused on the challenges of today, but also on the opportunities of
Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
the future. We want to help our members pave the way for the growth and expansion that I am
Trustees
confident will be on Las Vegas’ horizon. It is our goal, as a member-focused organization, to
Bob Ansara
Ricardo’s of Las Vegas, Inc. provide an atmosphere of advocacy and of what I like to refer to as a “high touch, high tech”
Bob Brown connection with our members. This means leveraging the use of technology to strengthen the
Las Vegas Review-Journal
connection we have with our members as well as help members strengthen their connections with
Senator Richard Bryan
Lionel Sawyer & Collins each other.
Marilyn Burrows
Cox Communications
Like other businesses, the Chamber must constantly look for new and innovative ways to reinvent
Tim Cashman
Las Vegas Harley – Davidson ourselves in such a way that we stay relevant and well-positioned to provide the resources and the
Doris Charles connections that members need from us. This doesn’t mean the Chamber you have come to know
Wells Fargo Bank
and rely on as a trusted business resource and advocate is disappearing; it simply means that we
Cornelius Eason
Workforce Connections are continually adapting in ways that best meet the evolving needs of our members and building
Jonathan Halkyard on our strengths.
Caesars Entertainment Corporation
Dallas Haun The Chamber fully understands the realities many business owners are currently facing. It’s a new
Nevada State Bank
Corey Jenkins
world economy, and we must all work together to find effective ways to not only navigate this new
SAVMOR Rent a Car world, but to thrive in it as well. I will be asking for your input and your feedback along the way.
Bart Jones It is only with our collective voice that we will be successful at reaching our goals.
Merlin Contracting & Developing
Russ Joyner
Miracle Mile Shops I’m also very excited about the new community ties we are simultaneously forging. We are
William (Bill) Nelson at a pivotal juncture in setting a course for the future, and we want to be actively involved in
Piercy Bowler Taylor & Kern
strengthening our community on all levels. We are currently reaching out to form strategic
Karla Perez
Valley Health System alliances and partnerships with other entities including business and economic development
Gina Polovina organizations, government agencies and educational institutions. We are looking at alliances
Boyd Gaming Corporation
continued on page 13
Larry Singer
What’s inside
Grubb & Ellis - Las Vegas
Dr. Neal Smatresk
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Bruce Spotleson
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COVER STORY
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president & CEO Kristin tools and opportunities that
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her new role on May 2. reach their goals.
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A long-time Chamber supporter Prior to beginning her role with
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, industry publications.
and 2010 Chairman of the Las the Chamber, Kristin served
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You and your business can be part of celebrating and community relations of regulatory, legislative and
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members have made a commitment to be part of the Kristin serves on the boards
on how the organization works,
fabric of the small business community. Consider of the Foundation for an
as well as insight into the LVCC Green Business
the value of doing business with others who share Independent Tomorrow, of the Year
needs of Southern Nevada’s
this philosophy. Many Chamber members even offer Nevada International Women’s
small business community.
special pricing and discounts for fellow members. Forum, Nevada Taxpayers
• Take advantage of federal, state and local
One of Kristin’s first priorities
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4. ChaMber news
Learn how to market Last call for applications
your business in 3D for 25th aNNivErSary
at May 11 BuSiNESS lEadErShiP laS vEgaS ClaSS
EduCatiON SEriES The deadline is fast approaching to submit applications
Top Dog Eileen Proctor will for the 25th anniversary class of the Las Vegas Chamber
reveal the 3D’s for marketing of Commerce Leadership Las Vegas program. During
your business. You’ll learn how its 25-year history, this executive enrichment series has
to define your target market, helped professionals in a wide range of fields hone their
develop a loyal following, leadership skills, develop new networks and business
differentiate yourself from the competition, and deliver contacts, and gain an in-depth knowledge of Las Vegas.
your value proposition consistently and convincingly.
The session takes place on Wednesday, May 11, All completed applications must be submitted to
7:00 – 9:00 a.m. at the Chamber. The cost is $30 for the Chamber no later than May 19, 2011. For more
Chamber members; $45 for non-members. You can information contact Lisa Gough, Leadership Las
register at LVChamber.com or call 702.641.5822. Vegas coordinator, at lgough@LVChamber.com or call
702.586.3841.
secretary of state Nominations
Ross Miller to speak at open for 2011 SMall
May 18 POlitiCal BrEaKfaSt BuSiNESS ExCEllENCE aWardS
Nevada Secretary of State Ross Miller is the featured speaker If you know of an exceptional small business deserving of
at the Chamber’s first Political Breakfast on Wednesday, May recognition, or if you’d like to throw your own company’s hat
18. Miller will share the benefits of the new Nevada Business into the ring for consideration, submit a nomination for the
Portal for the business community. The Nevada Business Portal 2011 Small Business Excellence Awards. Categories include:
is a one-stop shop where entities incorporated in the State of Green Business, Non-Profit, Small Business (5 employees or
Nevada can seamlessly transact all of their state business with- fewer), Small Business (25 employees or fewer) and Woman
out having to visit several different agencies. This important and/or Minority-Owned Business.
tool will allow for streamlined entity formation, the payment
of annual business license fees and other online business- The deadline for Small Business Excellence Awards nomina-
related transactions. tions is Monday, July 4, 2011. Winners will be announced
The breakfast takes place on Wednesday, May 18, at the annual Small Business Excellence Awards luncheon
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. at the Chamber. The cost is $30 for on Thursday, September 22, at the Rio All Suites Hotel &
Chamber members. This event is open exclusively to Casino. Nevada State Bank is the exclusive sponsor for this
members of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce. year’s Small Business Excellence Awards program. For more
To register, call 702.641.5822 or go to LVChamber.com. information, visit LVChamber.com/sbea. For a business built on caring, she needed a bank that cared about her.
Karen Jarvis, CEO of AmPro Orthotics & Prosthetics, said she never dreamed
she could have a facility that would provide the space she needed for her
ribbon-cutting photos go online to enhance member exposure growing number of patients. But when she found a great opportunity for a
new building, she went to Bank of Nevada for help. Her Relationship Manager
A favorite benefit of Chamber membership has always been the ribbon cuttings through email, Facebook and Twitter, giving
arranged an SBA 504 loan and kept it simple. Now Karen has a state-of-the-art
free ribbon cutting ceremonies the Chamber offers to members members even greater exposure. Now you can forward your photos
facility and more staff and patients who are very grateful. Your business is our business.
who are opening, expanding or relocating a business. Now, ribbon to colleagues, friends, customers and clients with the click of a
cutting pictures and captions are published online at LVChamber. mouse! To schedule a ribbon cutting for your business, contact the
com. The new online postings allow members to promote their Chamber one month before the event by calling 702.586.3838. Af f i l i a te o f We ste r n A l l i a n ce B a n co r p o ra t i o n bankofnevada.com 702-248-4200
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5. ChaMber Centennial
The Fabulous 50s brought challenges & rewards to a growing Las Vegas
While the 1950s saw a surge in the The Bank of Las Vegas opened in 1954
tourism industry, it brought headaches and became the first bank to make
as well. Illegal casino operators and mob loans to casino operators. Residential
figures cast a shadow on the growing developers entered the fray in the 1950s
industry for a time during the 1950s. to provide housing options for new
The out-growth of this tarnishing image residents and commercial developers
was a “stepping up” of legitimate casino began to build shopping centers. Higher
operators to involve themselves in the education got a boost when in 1951,
growing community. In 1955, the the Reno-based University of Nevada
Chamber, along with other business and offered satellite classes at Las Vegas
community leaders, determined that to High School. By 1955 planning was
be effective, charitable contributions underway for what would become
should be better regulated, and created the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
the United Way of Southern Nevada.
Las Vegas came into the fabulous 50s The tourism industry began to
taking full advantage of numerous Nevada’s population tripled between diversify with an eye toward attracting
opportunities presented in the 1940 and 1950, straining the valley’s conventioneers. The Convention Hall
post-World War II period – primarily water supply. The Las Vegas Valley Water Committee was established in 1955.
federally-funded projects that brought District was created to address this vital Shortly thereafter the Fair and Recreation
in money and new residents. The Las community resource. Business growth Board emerged, followed by creation of
also meant a need for better oversight the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors
Vegas Chamber of Commerce also
and consumer protection. The Chamber Authority. For the first time, hotel and
began to take a greater leading role in
was instrumental in creating the Better motel taxes were levied to pay for this
promoting Las Vegas during the 1950s.
Business Bureau. Regulation oversight infrastructure, funding the construction
In 1945, Chamber Chairman Maxwell of businesses continued with an eye on of the $45 million Las Vegas Convention
Kelch created The Live Wire Fund, gaming through the 1955 creation of Center, which debuted in 1959.
an advertising collective to fund the the Nevada Gaming Control Board. The
promotion of Las Vegas. In addition, the Nevada Gaming Commission followed
Chamber and local casino executives in 1959.
created the Desert Sea News Bureau,
Concerns over the Cold War with
eventually becoming the Las Vegas
the Soviets had Southern Nevadans
News Bureau. The Bureau promoted
supporting the re-opening of the
Las Vegas as a premium tourist
Las Vegas Army Air Corps Gunnery
destination through iconic photographs
School and Basic Magnesium Plant.
that were seen the world-over.
The Air Force used the site of the
The Strip began to take shape with several gunnery school for training purposes
gaming properties opening throughout – the site would later evolve into Nellis While the 1950s were a somewhat
the decade including the Desert Inn, the Air Force Base. The Chamber also tumultuous time for Las Vegas, it was
Sahara, the Sands and the Tropicana. played a role in bringing the Atomic an era that defined the city in the
Downtown Las Vegas also continued to Proving Ground, also known as the consciousness of the world and set the
grow with the openings of The Horseshoe, Nevada Test Site, to Las Vegas. stage for the next phase of growth.
the Fremont and the Lady Luck. photos courtesy of the Las Vegas News Bureau
SMALV.COM 702.877.5199
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6. COVER STORY FACING THE FUTURE
Over the past several years, Jeremy Aguero, a principal analyst with Applied Analysis, has
TIME for
provided economic information and insight to both the public and private sectors. As the 2011
Nevada Legislature enters its final stretch, Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce Chairman Michael
J. Bonner sits down with Aguero to discuss Nevada’s economic outlook and the need for reform.
CHANGE
What do we need to ask the 2011 Nevada is in the best position to change this trend, resetting expectations
Legislature to do in regards to economic and holding school administrators and teachers accountable.
development?
IS NOW
It is very important that the Chamber and businesses in general How do you see us changing our approach to
understand, we have a short-term economic development problem economic development?
and we have a long-term economic development problem. We have It seems there has been a real charge to make economic policy
to fix them both. From an economic development standpoint two Governor-led, to consolidate our economic development efforts
things are at issue: we need to do what we can immediately to get at the local level, and develop an economic development plan to
Jeremy Aguero crunches the data and tells it like it is. some of the 180,000 people actively looking for work back on the provide a roadmap we can follow. I think the Legislature is doing
job; looking further out we need to understand that the economy those things and is more engaged in economic development
of our past is not going to be the economy of our future. We are than I have ever seen before. While these may seem like modest
going to have to do things differently than we did in the past, from reforms, they are conditions precedent for changing the way Nevada
Photography by K-12 education to transportation if we expect to be competitive. “does” economic development. The next round of decisions will be
Francis + Francis
harder: How do we reposition the state going forward? Should our
What do you think about the Governor’s revenue economic incentives be restructured? How do we retain our existing
plan and allowing taxes to sunset? workforce? What industrial clusters can we realistically attract?
There are very, very good things about the budget the Governor
brought forward, but there are some things that are worthy of So you think the three prongs constitute a good
additional consideration. One is allowing the tax sunsets to expire. I economic model?
I think it is the foundation from which an effective economic
understand from an economic development standpoint, having lower
development model can be built. I’d love to tell you, “Let’s go out and
taxes will have benefits for businesses and consumers, but lowering
be a global leader in renewable energy, let’s get some nanotechnology
taxes that will require us to cut education and then borrow money
firms to move to Nevada.” I’d love to say we can wave a magic wand
is counterproductive to the ultimate goals we are trying to achieve.
and have that happen over night. It’s not one thing that is going to
What impact, positive or negative, can the 2011 solve our economic development challenges. It is everything. It’s
Legislative session have on our economic future? changing the way we think and do business in Nevada. It’s going
In reality, the Legislature has the ability to do more harm than good to start with laying a foundation from which we can grow.
with regard to our state’s economy. Nevada’s small government, pro-
What obstacles are there that the Legislature can
business, pro-resident stance has served the state well over the past
deal with?
30 years, and we would be well served to recognize that our prosperity
From an economic perspective, funding adequate infrastructure,
has not been by mere luck. That said, the State Legislature does have
improving the quality of education, decreasing duplication of
a critical role particularly as it relates to education and infrastructure.
services between state and local governments, creating greater
Both higher education and K-12 education are more problematic today
equity between the public sector and private sector workers, more
from an economic development standpoint than ever before. Much of
effectively managing state assets, reforming construction defect
our economic development will have to be home grown, which means
litigation, actively pursuing a more equitable distribution of federal
we are going to have to have a university that innovates and we are
dollars and opening up e-commerce channels in all industries to
going to have to have a school system that does the same. We have
name a few. That said, in my opinion the single largest obstacle
neglected our K-12 education system for two generations at least,
facing the state is NRS 288, the statute that allows collective
and now we are shocked and stunned that kids aren’t graduating
bargaining for local government employees. The combination of
or innovating and in many ways are unemployable. The Legislature continued on page 24
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7. President’s Message continued from page 3
at the local and regional levels, and even at the national and
international levels where it makes sense. There is an exciting
momentum building for community and business organizations
to pull in the same direction, becoming stronger in collaboration
and partnership in addressing what’s needed to improve
fundamental community systems and fortify the building blocks
of economic and job recovery.
To be specific about my immediate goals as the Chamber’s
president & CEO, I am planning to increase the scale and scope
Zappos.com wants them. of communications with members through high-tech CEO/
member forums, as well as conduct member surveys to gain
insights into what business needs are for today and tomorrow. We
St. Rose Dominican Hospital wants them. will also develop innovative technology tools to improve our on-
line presence and to help our members find new customers and
The school district wants them. business opportunities through social media and other venues.
In addition to these efforts, our government affairs and public
policy team will continue to be a leading advocate for the
Nevada needs them.
business community at the legislative level. We will set the course
for finding new ways to provide value-added opportunities in this
new political and economic era so that we can continue to meet
And Nevada State College the basic covenants of membership fulfillment: service, advocacy
educates them. and value.
Las Vegas has a remarkable history of overcoming the odds.
Optimism remains the beacon to guide us into the future. We
cannot forget the attributes that have made us an inspiring and
extraordinary community. I look forward to the opportunity to
work for you, with you and beside you in the years to come.
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8. sPotlights Chris Breed, CHA, RRP
Regional Vice President,
Southwest
Executive Level
Desert Rose Resort
Chris Breed has assisted
with the renovations of
five resorts within Shell
Vacations Club. Renovating
and opening the Desert
Rose Resort is what
brought her to Las Vegas
five years ago. Upon
completion of that project,
Ed Bozarth William (Bill) Feather Samuel H. Kaufman Darrin McDonald James J. Murren Paul V. Pusateri Breed was promoted to Chris Breed Patrick Byrne Andy Katz Neill Miller Fafie Moore
regional vice president.
President’s Club
In this position she
oversees the operations
and associations of seven
resorts. Breed also
serves as president and
vice president on several
condominium association
boards.
Patrick Byrne
Ed Bozarth Darrin McDonald enjoyed a distinguished Administrative Partner
Owner
construction and operation
of the first Westin mixed- Vice President, career with the company, President’s Club Snell & Wilmer, LLP William P. Moore II Bridget Richards Mark Scott Mike S. Wethington John Wilson
Ed Bozarth #1 Nevada
Chevrolet
use Starwood Vacation
Ownership Resort. Before
General Manager
FOX5 KVVU-TV
having held positions as
executive vice president, New Members Patrick Byrne has been
with Snell & Wilmer since
Ed Bozarth #1 Chevrolet is Darrin McDonald started chief financial officer and 1988. In 2001, he opened Neill Miller numerous positions within Real Estate Company, for the center, which
Starwood, Feather held
his television career A5 Group Founder the Greater Las Vegas an innovative, marketing opened in November of
one of the largest Chevrolet senior management president. Prior to MGM the firm’s Las Vegas office.
in 1989 and has been
David Krause PM Digital Group Association of Realtors® forward, commercial real 2007. He works closely
dealerships in Las Vegas. positions with Wyndham Resorts International, he Byrne is a member of
Neill Miller formed PM and Women’s Council of estate brokerage. New with development,
In addition to running the Hotels and Resorts, employed with KVVU’s spent 14 years on Wall the standing committee
Canon Business Solutions, Inc. Digital Group in 2001. PM Realtors®. Growth represents all construction, marketing,
day-to-day operations Doubletree and Hilton parent company, Meredith Street. Murren is very Shawn Tharp on judicial ethics and
Digital Group provides facets of commercial real leasing and individual
of the dealership, Ed Hotels. Broadcasting, since active in the community, Diane Hanson election practices for the
complete video production William P. Moore II estate disciplines. Richards retailers. Wethington
Bozarth is the president of 2005. He moved to Las and with wife Heather, La Juana Traylor State of Nevada. He is
services, DVD & CD Chief Executive Officer has been engaged in the has more than 20 years
five Warranty Assurance Samuel H. Kaufman Vegas in 2007 as general founded the Nevada Cancer Blair Bradley also the president of the
James Brooks duplication and packaging, Desert Radiologists real estate industry since of retail-management
Companies and is owner Chief Executive Officer sales manager and was Institute. board of trustees of the
website development, William P. Moore, II joined 2002 and has successfully experience, including
of Bozarth Development and Managing Director promoted to VP/general Las Vegas Boys & Girls
Greater Las Vegas and graphic design. Desert Radiologists in closed more than $124 general manager positions
Companies. USA Today Desert Springs Hospital manager of FOX5 in 2008. Paul V. Pusateri Club Foundation. Byrne
Medical Center McDonald’s Owner/ Video projects include 2006 to provide hands- million in transaction at Galleria at Sunset in
and NADA named him the McDonald oversees the President earned his law degree with
Sam Kaufman became Palms Casino Resort Operator Association commercials, infomercials, on management of daily volume. Henderson and Victoria
Auto Dealer of the Year. He day to day operations high distinction from the
CEO of Desert Springs Paul Pusateri has an Emma Addis convention and event operations as well as to Gardens in Southern
is a graduate of O.P.M at including FOX5 Television, University of Kentucky.
James Vance coverage and web video. oversee the organization’s Mark Scott California. He holds a
Harvard Business School Hospital (DSH) in 2005 fox5vegas.com and extensive background in
after five years as COO. His Clients include many local strategic development and Managing Partner degree in finance and real
and an alumnus of H.B.S. fox5rewards.com. He the hospitality and gaming Strategic Telecom Solutions Andy Katz
and nationally known long-term institutional Sahara Coins, LLC estate from New Mexico
key responsibilities holds a bachelor’s degree industry. Prior to joining Terri Messick President
companies. Prior to PM goals. Moore works Mark Scott has been State University.
William (Bill) Feather include strategic planning, in business from Oklahoma the Palms, Pusateri served Rich Medina Manpower, Inc. of
Digital Group, Miller was in closely with the physician- a respected industry
President business development and State University. He is as the senior vice president Sarah Frayer Southern Nevada
Planet Hollywood Hotels patient quality/safety. In Wayne Haddad the entertainment industry leadership and senior- professional for more than John Wilson
also a board member for of The Venetian and Andy Katz is a noted
and Resorts Worldwide for 30 years. management teams. He 34 years. Scott and his staff Founder
1991, Kaufman relocated the Nevada Broadcasting The Palazzo, overseeing authority on employment
Verizon Wireless also directs the company’s of numismatists provide MedicWest Ambulance
Bill Feather is responsible to Nevada to work as Association. operations for a 7,000-suite and outlook survey trends
for the expansion of the the DSH medical records campus. Under his
Krystal Mc Donald
in Southern Nevada. He Fafie Moore internal functions for the discreet and attentive John Wilson serves on
President/Owner achievement of corporate service to collectors and the Board of Trustees and
Planet Hollywood brand assistant director. Later, he James J. Murren, CFA supervision, the properties was recognized by In
Realty Executives of objectives. With more than investors, ensuring the Chamber Prospectors for
in the hotel and vacation moved to Valley Hospital Chairman of the received numerous honors, Business Las Vegas in
Nevada 20 years of management highest value for their the Las Vegas Chamber of
ownership industry.
Feather has more than
as the medical records
director and was promoted
Board & CEO
MGM Resorts
including a Five-Diamond
rating from AAA. Pusateri
executive level their Top 40 Under 40, and
also as one of the Most
Realty Executives of and leadership experience collections and financial Commerce. He is a past
Nevada is repeatedly in health care, Moore has portfolios. Scott’s goal is co-chair for the Customer
28 years of experience in
the hospitality industry.
to assistant administrator.
He has served on various
International
Jim Murren is chairman
also served in senior
positions with Four Seasons
New Members Influential Businessmen of
the Year 2005. Katz serves
ranked the No.1 woman- provided oversight of major to educate each client and Service Excellence Program
of the board and CEO of owned business in the hospitals and medical patiently guide them to and a 1997 Leadership Las
He was with Starwood local boards including the Hotels & Resorts. He is a on the Board of Directors
Cirrus Aviation Services Business Press Las organizations. financial strength, growth Vegas alumnus. He is a
Hotels and Resorts Henderson Chamber’s MGM Resorts International, graduate of the University of Dennis Hill of many organizations,
one of the world’s leading Vegas Book of Lists. Fafie and sustainability through member of the American
serving in a number of Foundation Board and New Haven and The Culinary Greg Woods including the Clark
executive positions. Prior development companies Moore, past chairman of Bridget Richards tangible asset investments. Ambulance Association,
the American Heart Institute of America. Milton Woods County Public Education
in gaming, hospitality and the Las Vegas Chamber Broker-Principal and board of directors of
to Las Vegas, Feather Association. Foundation and the
entertainment. Murren has of Commerce Board of New Growth Commercial Mike S. Wethington the Nevada Highway Users
was responsible for the Southern Nevada Workforce
Trustees, serves on the Real Estate Company General Manager Coalition. Wilson also
Investment Board. Katz is
boards of Service1st Bank, Bridget Richards pioneered Town Square Las Vegas serves as co-chair of the
an avid bicyclist and sports
FIT for an Independent the development of New Mike Wethington manages Chamber’s Health Care
enthusiast.
Tomorrow and holds Growth Commercial all daily operating functions Industry Action Committee.
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