The Move 4 Less company tagline is "Smile! It's Moving Day!" This is reflective of its efforts to move customers as easily and stress-free as possible as they start anew in their new home or office. Now, the local company is expanding that philosophy to the everyday heroes in people’s lives who do things that make them smile. Move 4 Less has created the Community Smiles … [Read more...] about New Move 4 Less Promotion Recognizes People Who Make You Smile –Three Winners, One in November, December and January–
Six Locals Win Fabulous Prize Packages From Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada’s Golden Ticket Raffle
The Golden Ticket Raffle winners for the six fabulous packages of the grown-up version of Willy Wonka’s famed prize opportunity were selected during a Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada's (JASN) Facebook Live event. Drawn first, the names of the three Golden Ticket winners were Ed Cebulko, Mary Prado, and Larry Cohn. The Silver Ticket recipient names followed and were Bernie … [Read more...] about Six Locals Win Fabulous Prize Packages From Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada’s Golden Ticket Raffle
What’s Your Story Event Helps People Heal Through Stories, Oct. 14-15
LAS VEGAS -- The healing power of stories is being featured at the inaugural What’s Your Story event on Friday, Oct.14 and Saturday, Oct. 15 at the Ahern Hotel. Featured presenters include people who have overcome traumatic and adverse situations to achieve their dreams and passion. What’s Your Story founders Missy Day and Michelle Hausbeck are holding the event to inspire … [Read more...] about What’s Your Story Event Helps People Heal Through Stories, Oct. 14-15
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Ron Kullman From Toyota Financial Savings Bank
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is proud to announce the addition of added Ron Kullman to its board of directors. His position as chief risk officer at Toyota Savings Bank and more than 25 years of experience as a financial services executive make him a valuable asset to the nonprofit financial literacy organization's board. Kullman has worked in highly regulated … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Ron Kullman From Toyota Financial Savings Bank
Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott Donates to Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada — Funds to Support Local Youth Financial Literacy Efforts —
LAS VEGAS ̶ Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada announced today that it received a monetary gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. It is part of a total of $38.8 million donated to Junior Achievement USA and 26 JA operations of the national financial literacy nonprofit organization's more than 100 chapters in communities across the country. Scott's donation is the … [Read more...] about Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott Donates to Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada — Funds to Support Local Youth Financial Literacy Efforts —
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Bringing Back Halloween Themed Bowling Tournament — Boo-A-Thon on Oct. 15 & 16 —
A fun lead-up to Halloween, Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is hosting the return of its Boo-A-Thon Bowling Tournament on Saturday Oct. 15 and Sunday Oct. 16, 2022 at the Santa Fe Station Bowling Center. Participants can choose from two sessions on Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon or 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday bowling is noon to 2 p.m. "The Boo-A-Thon is a great company … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Bringing Back Halloween Themed Bowling Tournament — Boo-A-Thon on Oct. 15 & 16 —
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Leadership Positions
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is pleased to announce its 2022-2024 board leadership, who will guide the financial literacy nonprofit organization as it continues to expand its needed financial education, entrepreneurship and workforce development curriculum for K-12 students. Sandi Milton, senior vice president/marketing communications for Nevada State Bank, is … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Leadership Positions
Boys & Girls Clubs Offer Solution for Working Parents for Their Kids Before and After School — Fun, Safe & Affordable Programs at 13 Clubs throughout Valley —
With the new school year underway, some parents are still trying to figure out what to do with their kids while they are at work. Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada has a solution for this dilemma with both a Morning Program and After-School Program. Boys & Girls Clubs provide fun, safe and supportive environments where kids and teens can make friends, build … [Read more...] about Boys & Girls Clubs Offer Solution for Working Parents for Their Kids Before and After School — Fun, Safe & Affordable Programs at 13 Clubs throughout Valley —
Move 4 Less Recognizes Dream Home Art Contest Youth Winners with Party and Prizes
Houses incorporating a roller coaster, rooftop pool and Lego furniture, a rainbow theme and areas for favorite sports, a place to raise animals, a beach theme with seashell decor and a wrap-around porch, a combination home and animal rescue van, and a water slide from the roof, porch, balconies and garden window boxes. These are the winning Dream Homes that local youth created … [Read more...] about Move 4 Less Recognizes Dream Home Art Contest Youth Winners with Party and Prizes
WestCor Announces New Director of Marketing and Business Development
WestCor Companies, a Las Vegas-based contractor specializing in residential, multi-family and commercial construction, announced the hiring of Karen Kelly as Director of Marketing and Business Development. Karen has more than 25 years of experience in construction, marketing, and is the founder and principal of Marketing Concepts which she will continue to operate. Karen … [Read more...] about WestCor Announces New Director of Marketing and Business Development
JA Worldwide Nominated for 2022 Nobel Peace Prize — Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Celebrates Prestigious Honor —
JA Worldwide has been nominated for the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize. As one of the world’s largest youth-serving non-government organizations, JA Worldwide has been preparing young people for employment and entrepreneurship in over 100 countries for more than 100 years. Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada, a member of the global JA network, has been delivering hands-on … [Read more...] about JA Worldwide Nominated for 2022 Nobel Peace Prize — Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Celebrates Prestigious Honor —
WestCor CEO Recognized by Construction Financial Management AssociationKevin Booth Receives Danny B. Parish Outstanding Leadership Award
Kevin Booth, CEO of Las Vegas based WestCor Companies, was awarded the Danny B. Parrish Outstanding Leadership Award by the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) during the organization’s Annual Conference & Exhibition in Atlanta, Georgia held on May 14-18. The award, which was first presented in 2001, recognizes members who inspire and motivate others, have … [Read more...] about WestCor CEO Recognized by Construction Financial Management Association
Nonprofit Hosting Education Drive to Support Youth Experiencing Homelessness Reach Their Educational GoalsSchool Supplies and Monetary Donations Needed by July 20
Last year, there were over 10,000 youth experiencing homelessness enrolled in the Clark County School District. These young people don’t experience the excitement of back-to-school shopping, and most don’t have the opportunity to play sports or partake in extracurricular or graduation activities due to the costs of these traditional rites of passage. To change this and provide … [Read more...] about Nonprofit Hosting Education Drive to Support Youth Experiencing Homelessness Reach Their Educational Goals
Ovation Design & Development Celebrated Grand Opening of Arioso Affordable Senior Apartment Complex — Governor Steve Sisolak and County Commissioner Justin Jones Joined Developers and Finance Leaders to Promote Affordable Housing Solutions —
Ovation Design & Development, a local multi-family housing developer, held the grand opening of Arioso, a 195-unit affordable rental community for qualified low-income seniors in the southwest Las Vegas valley. The complex is part of Ovation’s commitment to provide high-quality living centers, complete with recreational and resident service components, for low-income … [Read more...] about Ovation Design & Development Celebrated Grand Opening of Arioso Affordable Senior Apartment Complex — Governor Steve Sisolak and County Commissioner Justin Jones Joined Developers and Finance Leaders to Promote Affordable Housing Solutions —
Martin Vece Named Favorite Teacher in Teacher Appreciation Week Contest — 570 Teachers Nominated in Move 4 Less Contest —
Martin Vece, a Canyon Springs High School English teacher, was named "Favorite Teacher" following a contest for Teacher Appreciation Week. Move 4 Less sponsored the contest where nominees had to answer one question: "Why does this teacher make you smile?" This coincides with the Move 4 Less tagline: "Smile! It's Moving Day!" Vece received the most nominations with 119 … [Read more...] about Martin Vece Named Favorite Teacher in Teacher Appreciation Week Contest — 570 Teachers Nominated in Move 4 Less Contest —