Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada (JA) and Goodwill of Southern Nevada (GSN) formally opened a new career center dedicated to guiding individuals between the ages of 16 and 25 into the local workforce. As the region’s newest workforce development center, the JA Career Center managed by Goodwill Career Services leverages the organizations’ respective strengths to reach … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement and Goodwill of Southern Nevada Open Career Center Dedicated to Serving Emerging Workers
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The Last WordWhat Advice Do You Have For Graduating Seniors?
Warren D. Cobb Associate Dean UNLV College of Fine Arts “Be kind and seek to understand. The world needs your discipline, talent and gifts. Create your voice and craft works that spark wonder, inspire awe and leave hearts forever changed” Vincent Tatum President Grand Canyon Development Partners “Be vocal in sharing your dreams and aspirations. Being shy or secretive … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Inspiration Center welcomes Cox storefront
Junior Achievement Southern Nevada President and CEO Michelle Jackson (left) joined Cox Las Vegas Market Vice President Janet Uthman and Cox Business Vice President Steve Westerman to officially open Cox’s space as the cable/internet sponsor in the nonprofit’s Finance Park on April 8. Students visiting Finance Park make financial decisions based on income, expenses, savings … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Inspiration Center welcomes Cox storefront
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces Their 23rd Annual Boo-A-Thon Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: Annie SlimanAdvertising & Marketing Solutions, Inc.(702) 798-1819 office / (702) 429-1130 cellE-mail: annies@amsinclv.comAngela Brooks: office@amsinclv.com (702) 375-1683 cell JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF SOUTHERN NEVADA ANNOUNCES THEIR 23rd ANNUAL BOO-A-THON FUNDRAISER LAS VEGAS – Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada will host their 23rd … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces Their 23rd Annual Boo-A-Thon Fundraiser
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Ken Janssen
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAnnie SlimanAdvertising & Marketing Solutions, Inc.(702) 798-1819 office / (702) 429-1130 cellE-mail: annies@amsinclv.comAngela Brooks (702) 375-1683 or office@amsinclv.com Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Ken Janssen LAS VEGAS, NV – Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is proud to announce Ken Janssen has joined … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Ken Janssen
Lexicon Bank Sponsors JA BizTown to Empower Students for Real-World Business Experience and Promote Financial Literacy
During April, Financial Literacy Month, Lexicon Bank kicked off its partnership with Junior Achievement for JA BizTown in Las Vegas to promote financial literacy among students. Lexicon, as a founding sponsor of JA BizTown, showcased a branch which will allow students to immerse themselves in and learn how community banks, like Lexicon, are essential to the community. … [Read more...] about Lexicon Bank Sponsors JA BizTown to Empower Students for Real-World Business Experience and Promote Financial Literacy
2024 Nevada Business AwardsBattle Born
Nevada State Bank Nevada State Bank is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the 2024 Nevada Business Awards, joining with business leaders across the state to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of outstanding local companies. Each business being honored is unique, with its own history, its own set of challenges to be overcome and its own list of victories over … [Read more...] about 2024 Nevada Business Awards
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Rich Wierzbowski from Diversified Restaurant Group
LAS VEGAS – Rich Wierzbowski, vice president of operations for Diversified Restaurant Group (DRG), has joined the board of directors for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada (JASN). The nonprofit organization provides K-12 students with the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future, and make smart academic and economic … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Rich Wierzbowski from Diversified Restaurant Group
Raiders Executive Michael Crome Receives Top Junior Achievement National Volunteer Honor — Wins Gold Leadership Award for Empowering Local Students to Own their Economic Success —
LAS VEGAS —Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada (JASN) announced that Michael Crome, senior vice president and chief financial officer for the Las Vegas Raiders and Allegiant Stadium, has been chosen from among more than 100,000 U.S. volunteers as one of 11 recipients of the Junior Achievement USA’s most prestigious award for volunteerism, the Gold Leadership Award. Crome, … [Read more...] about Raiders Executive Michael Crome Receives Top Junior Achievement National Volunteer Honor — Wins Gold Leadership Award for Empowering Local Students to Own their Economic Success —
More Prizes Added to Golden Ticket Raffle — Tickets on Sale through June 29 to Benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada —
(LAS VEGAS) – More prizes have been added to Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada's grown-up version of Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket, making the winner-take-all prize of the Golden Ticket Raffle even more of a bargain. For just $100, one lucky person will receive a variety of sports, vacation and entertainment packages and other items now valued at more than $14,000. The … [Read more...] about More Prizes Added to Golden Ticket Raffle — Tickets on Sale through June 29 to Benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada —
Volunteers, Businesses and Schools Recognized by Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada for Impact on Youth Financial Literacy
LAS VEGAS – Local volunteers, businesses and schools were honored by Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada (JASN) for the crucial role they play in helping the nonprofit organization deliver needed financial literacy education to more than 20,000 K-12 students throughout the 2022-2023 school year. Awards were presented to: - Ken Edmonds for Volunteer of the Year - Larry … [Read more...] about Volunteers, Businesses and Schools Recognized by Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada for Impact on Youth Financial Literacy
Golden Ticket Raffle Returns with One Winner-Take-All Package to Benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada — June 29 Ticket Deadline for June 30, 2023 Drawing —
(LAS VEGAS) – For just $100, one lucky winner will receive a variety of sports and vacation packages and other prizes with a value of at least $10,000. This opportunity is through the 2023 Golden Ticket Raffle, the modern version of Willy Wonka’s famed ticket competition. Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada created the Golden Ticket Raffle last year with six winners and … [Read more...] about Golden Ticket Raffle Returns with One Winner-Take-All Package to Benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada — June 29 Ticket Deadline for June 30, 2023 Drawing —
Fifth Graders Win UNLV Scholarships in “Shark Tank” Style Business Competition — $275,000 Raised for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada —
LAS VEGAS -- Fifth grade students from Fay Herron Elementary School charmed and impressed judges and more than 600 local business professionals during a Shark Tank-style competition and luncheon for UNLV scholarships. Presented by PNC Bank, the recent event was Swimming With The Big Fish from Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada (JASN) that was hosted by the Las Vegas Raiders … [Read more...] about Fifth Graders Win UNLV Scholarships in “Shark Tank” Style Business Competition — $275,000 Raised for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada —
Businesses Can Help Students “Swim With the Big Fish”: Sponsorships Available for May 2 Junior Achievement Shark Tank-Style Competition and Luncheon
A Shark Tank-style competition provides a great opportunity for entrepreneurs, companies and professionals to support local youth. Swimming With The Big Fish is an annual event featuring local fifth graders presenting new business startup concepts and plans to win scholarship money following in-classroom instruction and mentorship by volunteers from the business community. A … [Read more...] about Businesses Can Help Students “Swim With the Big Fish”: Sponsorships Available for May 2 Junior Achievement Shark Tank-Style Competition and Luncheon
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Brett Valdez from PNC Bank
LAS VEGAS – Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is proud to announce the addition of Brett Valdez to its board of directors. He brings more than 14 years of banking experience in finance and relationship building and past JA volunteering experience to the nonprofit organization dedicated to educating youth about financial literacy, workforce readiness and … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Brett Valdez from PNC Bank