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Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Shana H. Rafalski, Ed.d. From Clark County School District

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LAS VEGAS ­– Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is proud to announce the addition of Shana H. Rafalski, Ed.D., to its board of directors. She brings broad experience in education to the nonprofit organization dedicated to financial literacy education for K-12 students, holding previous positions as elementary school teacher, curriculum specialist, assistant principal, … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Shana H. Rafalski, Ed.d. From Clark County School District

Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Elizabeth Delgado From Every Season Wealth Management

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LAS VEGAS ­– Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is proud to announce Elizabeth Delgado has joined its board of directors. She is a founder and private wealth advisor for Every Season Wealth Management. Her extensive experience in financial planning, strategic planning and relationship building and development will be invaluable in helping the nonprofit organization achieve … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Elizabeth Delgado From Every Season Wealth Management

Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces C.J. Neff From Hightower Las Vegas Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member C.J. Neff From Hightower Las Vegas

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LAS VEGAS – Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is proud to announce C.J. Neff has joined its board of directors. Volunteering and philanthropy have been a deep part of his life for more than 20 years, and he’s continuing to invest those values back into his community. As a volunteer with the nonprofit financial literacy organization, Neff’s expertise and passions for math, … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces C.J. Neff From Hightower Las Vegas Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member C.J. Neff From Hightower Las Vegas

Crystal Sunbury From RSM Joins Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Board of Directors

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LAS VEGAS ­– Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is proud to announce Crystal Sunbury has joined its board of directors. Her leadership, financial acumen and business experience and previous Junior Achievement involvement will make her a valuable asset to the nonprofit financial literacy organization’s board. Sunbury is a senior manager at RSM, where she leads and directs … [Read more...] about Crystal Sunbury From RSM Joins Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Board of Directors

Six Locals Win Fabulous Prize Packages From Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada’s Golden Ticket Raffle

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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

Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Ron Kullman From Toyota Financial Savings Bank

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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 —

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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 —

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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 —

Last WordWhat was your dream job when you were a kid?

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Senior Vice President Business DevelopmentTMC Financing Chris Hunter “Civil engineer. It sounded cool! But the real reason was to help build a city and improve that city. I am proud to say my career still landed in the economic development space.” Elaine Rubin Director of Corporate CommunicationsEdvisors “While following my childhood dream of becoming a … [Read more...] about Last Word

Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Leadership Positions

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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

Local Students Earn Scholarships in “Shark Tank” Style Business Pitch Competition by Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada

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A pen that helps people with dyslexia, a basketball that helps athletes who can't afford expensive trainers and a brush that detects and treats unhealthy hair ‒ these were the product concepts that made the finals in a Shark Tank-style competition for 4th grade students, hosted by Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada and local businesses. The annual event, Lunchboxes … [Read more...] about Local Students Earn Scholarships in “Shark Tank” Style Business Pitch Competition by Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada

More Prizes Added to Golden Ticket Raffle for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada — Six Fabulous Packages, May 31 Drawing —

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More prizes have been added to Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada's grown-up version of Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket, making the six Golden Ticket Raffle packages a bargain at only $100 and $25 per ticket. Some of the new prizes include a suite at Allegiant Stadium for a UNLV football game for 20 people and a $1,000 food and beverage credit, private workout with UFC … [Read more...] about More Prizes Added to Golden Ticket Raffle for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada — Six Fabulous Packages, May 31 Drawing —

William Abbott Joins Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada as Director of Development

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Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada has hired William Abbott as its new director of development. He will lead the nonprofit organization's development, communications and marketing teams, external relationships with current and potential donors, and strategic planning for efforts that inspire and prepare K-12 students for success by offering proven lessons in financial … [Read more...] about William Abbott Joins Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada as Director of Development

Rappel Down Virgin Hotels Las Vegas for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada — New Over The Edge Rappelling Event on April 23 —

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Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada has come up with a novel way to have fun – including at your boss's expense – while raising needed funds for its valuable financial literacy programs for local K-12 students. Junior Achievement is partnering with Over The Edge, a company that helps nonprofit partners with urban rappelling activities, to present the Over The Edge event … [Read more...] about Rappel Down Virgin Hotels Las Vegas for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada — New Over The Edge Rappelling Event on April 23 —

Six Fabulous Prize Packages up for Grabs With Golden Ticket Raffle — Includes Zero-G Experience©, Purchase Tickets Now for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada —

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Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada has created the perfect grown-up version of Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket to help raise needed funds for its valuable financial literacy programs for local K-12 students. The nonprofit organization is assembling six great prize packages and is now selling tickets for its Golden Ticket Raffle. Items are still being added to complete the … [Read more...] about Six Fabulous Prize Packages up for Grabs With Golden Ticket Raffle — Includes Zero-G Experience©, Purchase Tickets Now for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada —