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A born-and-bred Las Vegan who graduated from Clark High School and UNLV, Stephanie Stallworth has deep roots within the community. She has been with Cox Communications for 23 years …

Community service has been a guiding principle throughout Asha Jones’ life. She chose politics and public service for her profession, because, in her eyes, it was the ultimate way to serve—allowing her to support progress and build community.

The daughter of immigrants, Evelyn Garcia Morales witnessed firsthand the transformative power of education. Now, as the executive director of the Fulfillment Fund Las Vegas …

Christina Madison knew that she wanted to work in health care from a young age. She volunteered at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada from the time she was 12 …

Competition is a common denominator in Pat Lundvall’s life. Her competitive instincts were honed from an early age as the middle child in a family of thirteen, and as a natural-born competitor …

Kelly Maxwell intends to solve the diaper need in Southern Nevada by 2025, and through her work with Baby’s Bounty, she’s already well on the way. Baby’s Bounty is the only consistent …

Pilita Simpson is a dynamic leader who has knowledge and expertise in a wide array of subjects. With a master’s degree in Arts in Education from Harvard University, including a focus …

M.J. Maynard says that joining the Regional Transportation Commission was one of the best professional decisions she’s ever made, because it gives her the daily opportunity to work on behalf …

The funding will be used to integrate “immersive technology” in the exhibits, including virtual and augmented reality activities.

Tina Ulman and Dani Baranowski are on a mission to make Las Vegas the Amsterdam of America. And with their tenacity, it could soon become a reality.