LAS VEGAS – Signs of HOPE, an organization formerly known as The Rape Crisis Center that provides a broad range of services for survivors of sexual violence and exploitation, is seeking volunteers from the Southern Nevada community. The organization relies on trained volunteers to help deliver vital services and raise awareness about Signs of HOPE’s prevention, education and … [Read more...] about Signs of Hope Seeking Volunteers to Apply for Upcoming Advocate University
StartUpNV Announces Myisha Boyce to Join Board of Directors
StartUpNV, Myisha Boyce is the founding member and president of M.Y.S. Firm, a Nevada based woman- and minority-owned professional services organization. Established in 2014, the business has seen exponential growth over the past several years due in part to its professional and community partnerships. “Myisha’s personal perspective on the challenges facing … [Read more...] about StartUpNV Announces Myisha Boyce to Join Board of Directors
StartUpNV Leads $600,000 Investment Follow-up Round for Northern Nevada Manufacturer, Semi Exact
StartUpNV, a nonprofit statewide incubator and accelerator for Nevada-based startup companies, has closed a $600,000 round of investment in Minden, Nev.-based custom furniture manufacturer Semi Exact. StartUpNV coalesced numerous investment groups and individuals for this round, making it unprecedented for its broad scope of investors coming together for a single … [Read more...] about StartUpNV Leads $600,000 Investment Follow-up Round for Northern Nevada Manufacturer, Semi Exact
M.Y.S. Firm Welcomes Former Las Vegas Urban Chamber of Commerce President, Ken Evans, as Community Programs Advisor
LAS VEGAS – The woman, minority-owned consulting agency, M.Y.S. Firm, is proud to welcome Ken Evans as its community programs advisor, responsible for strategic partnership development, client consultation, program design, and government relations. In this role, Evans will work internally and externally to advise on community strategies while simultaneously leading business … [Read more...] about M.Y.S. Firm Welcomes Former Las Vegas Urban Chamber of Commerce President, Ken Evans, as Community Programs Advisor
Registration for AngelNV Entrepreneur Bootcamp Opens Sept. 1
LAS VEGAS – Operated by StartUpNV, a statewide nonprofit incubator and accelerator for Nevada-based startup companies, AngelNV Entrepreneur Bootcamp will open registration on Sept. 1 for its free 3 month program for founders and entrepreneurs. Now in its third year, the AngelNV program teaches startup founders the fundamentals of attracting venture capital, including … [Read more...] about Registration for AngelNV Entrepreneur Bootcamp Opens Sept. 1
The Downtown Vegas Alliance Elects 2022-2023 Officers and Board Members
LAS VEGAS (July 14, 2022) – Carolyn Wheeler, executive director of The Downtown Vegas Alliance (DVA), a member-driven 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization that connects its members and downtown stakeholders to influence growth the heart of Las Vegas, is pleased to announce the organization’s 2022-2023 officers and board of directors. Several local businesses leaders were newly … [Read more...] about The Downtown Vegas Alliance Elects 2022-2023 Officers and Board Members
Southern Nevada Artist Bonnie Kelso Selected to Create Design for New Class-a Office Building at Downtown Summerlin
LAS VEGAS, NEV — The Howard Hughes Corporation®, developer of the Summerlin® master planned community, today announced the selection of Southern Nevada artist Bonnie Kelso to create the largest public mural in Downtown Summerlin®, the community’s 400-acre walkable, mixed-use urban core. Kelso’s design will transform the north- and west-facing exterior walls of the parking … [Read more...] about Southern Nevada Artist Bonnie Kelso Selected to Create Design for New Class-a Office Building at Downtown Summerlin
Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE Announces Q1 and Q2 Donations
(Las Vegas, Nev.) --- The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, a vehicle for companies and individuals in the private sector to support key city initiatives, announces Q1 and Q2 donations totaling nearly $288,000. “We are fortunate to live in a city where companies, foundations and philanthropists understand the value of public-private partnership,” said Mayor Carolyn G. … [Read more...] about Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE Announces Q1 and Q2 Donations
Touro University Nevada Names Dr. Andrew Priest as Campus President and Provost
LAS VEGAS, NEV --- Touro University Nevada, home to Nevada’s largest medical school, announces the appointment of Dr. Andrew Priest to Campus President and Provost. Shelley Berkley, who has served as the CEO and Senior Provost for Touro since 2014, remains with the university in a new role. As Campus President and Provost, Dr. Priest will serve at the helm of one of the … [Read more...] about Touro University Nevada Names Dr. Andrew Priest as Campus President and Provost
Touro University Nevada Partners With Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department to Teach Life-Saving Critical Care
LAS VEGAS, NEV --- Touro University Nevada, home to Nevada’s largest medical school, announces the Las Vegas Crisis Response Medical Training Program with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). The program offers comprehensive medical training and curriculum for Metro officers to help save lives in emergency crime situations in Las Vegas. Made possible by a $1 … [Read more...] about Touro University Nevada Partners With Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department to Teach Life-Saving Critical Care
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation Announces New Team Members
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation announces the addition of five employees: Mark Chow, Director of Community Outreach; Linda Kennedy, Executive Assistant; Nicole Semaia, Administrative Manager; Lisa Tomlin-Kurr, Director of Development; and Brooke Tuerke, Events Coordinator. Chow has more than 30 years’ experience in the nonprofit sector serving … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation Announces New Team Members
Communities in Schools of Nevada Announces the Promotion of Alex Bybee to Chief Strategy Officer
LAS VEGAS, NEV. – Tami Hance-Lehr, state director and CEO of Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS), the fifth largest state office of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization serving 81 schools with affiliate offices in in the Clark, Elko, Humboldt and Washoe County school districts, announces the promotion of Alex Bybee to chief strategy officer. In his new … [Read more...] about Communities in Schools of Nevada Announces the Promotion of Alex Bybee to Chief Strategy Officer
Touro University Nevada’s College of Osteopathic Medicine Receives Top-Level 10-Year Accreditation with ‘Exceptional Outcome’
LAS VEGAS, NEV --- At its May 2022 meeting, the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) awarded the Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine the distinction of Accreditation with ‘Exceptional Outcome,’ the highest level possible. This top level of accreditation is currently awarded to approximately 25 percent … [Read more...] about Touro University Nevada’s College of Osteopathic Medicine Receives Top-Level 10-Year Accreditation with ‘Exceptional Outcome’
Touro University Nevada’s School of Nursing Programs Receive Prestigious 10-Year Accreditation Extension
LAS VEGAS, NEV --- Touro University Nevada’s School of Nursing was awarded with a 10-year accreditation outcome for all four of its programs by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the best possible accreditation outcome. CCNE is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a national accreditation agency that ensures the quality and integrity of … [Read more...] about Touro University Nevada’s School of Nursing Programs Receive Prestigious 10-Year Accreditation Extension
Communities In Schools of Nevada Announces First Recipient of the Elaine P. Wynn Stronger Together Scholarship
LAS VEGAS, NEV. – Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS), the fifth largest state office of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, with affiliate offices in the Clark, Elko, Humboldt and Washoe County school districts, has announced the inaugural recipient of the Elaine P. Wynn Stronger Together Scholarship, a new four-year scholarship created this year … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools of Nevada Announces First Recipient of the Elaine P. Wynn Stronger Together Scholarship