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Letter from The Publisher

ith the holidays and New Year approaching, it’s a time when many of us choose to pause and reflect on our accomplishments throughout the year. This includes what we have to be grateful for, the lessons we’ve learned along the way and a time to set new goals for the coming year. This holiday season may be more challenging for our community and all of those personally affected due to the tragedy that took place on One October. It may be a time for some that won’t want to look back and yet have a very difficult time looking forward. I encourage you to lend a helping hand and show kindness with compassion, as you never know what someone could be going through. Some people are brave and vulnerable enough to express their hurts in order for us to know what to do to offer comfort. Yet others are silent about their pain and we need to just be there for them, providing that extra sense of security as they heal. When we think of Las Vegas, we think of it being the entertainment capital of the world. You don’t think of it as a place where tragedy strikes. However, when it did, Mayor Carolyn Goodman, as well as emergency personnel did what needed to be done. They were so quick to put their training into action. They are the real heroes, along with the many others who stepped up to offer assistance to those needing immediate attention. This city proved it is #VegasStrong. A special thank you is extended to our law enforcement, first responders and medical personnel. This issue of Las Vegas Woman magazine will help as you examine where you are at the present time, as well as offer tips on setting realistic goals for 2018. Thank you for allowing us to educate, entertain and inspire you… one issue at a time. Gratefully,

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Letter from The Editor

he holidays are here and then it will be a New Year. Las Vegas Woman magazine continues to educate, entertain and inspire with new ideas. Our cover story, Betty Ann Golden, is such an inspiration. When I was interviewing her, I was just amazed. Betty Ann is remarkable as a business savvy woman with a big heart. She loves life and demonstrates an example I personally want to follow. Read her story on Page 52 to embrace this dynamic woman.

With a Happy New You, personal transformation can be achieved for 2018. Lynsey K. Freeman gives great advices on Page 25 as well as Tonya Twitchell on Page 64. Dr. Tiger Devore explores the dynamics of men in power and how women should handle this situation on Page 51. For a fashion and beauty makeover, check out Trending on Page 40, Trendsetters on Page 43, Eccoci on Page 39 and Nordic Beach on Page 47. All are guaranteed to give great ideas to ramp up oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal appearance. For those in business, digital marketing (Page 89) and video marketing (Page 75) are two big trends to implement. We appreciate our volunteers including New Vista (Page 67) and Why Ranch (Page 18). This season is a joyous time and our holiday calendar of events on Page 14 lists some of the fun events happening. Shopping? The gift guide on Page 34 is certain to give some great ideas on buying that special gift. Entertaining? Our wines and dines starting on Page 28 offers fun recipes and great restaurants. Want to see a show? Two amazing women break barriers in a circus on Page 17 and Mat Franco continues to entertain Las Vegas audiences on Page 96. The coming year will truly be amazing as the Las Vegas Woman magazine family continues to evolve. We remain #VegasStrong.

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contents WINTER 2017-18

34 52

GIFT GUIDE Give a gift with a WOW factor

COVER STORY

BETTY ANN GOLDEN Lives up to her name

ONE OCTOBER

PEOPLE TO WATCH

Special thank yous from the Mayor, attributes to our beloved city and support resources guide

70 Lisa Chastain 71 James Lutz 72 Theresa Lange 73 Jennifer Florendo

“It was always a dream of ours to open a restaurant to be able to do something more adventurous.” - Chef Tami Blinn page 33

EDUCATE

25 49 51 65 75 83 89

Time to create a New You financially Women’s Health FAQs Dr. Tiger Who do you want to be in 2018 Video Marketing Tips Art of Performance Digital Marketing

ENTERTAIN 12 14 17 28 40 43 47 91 92 96

Calendar of events Holiday Calendar Women of the Circus come to Las Vegas Wines and Dines Trending Trendsetters Nordic Beach A Good Read Explore Grand Canyon West Rim Guide to Las Vegas with Mat Franco

INSPIRE 18 22 27 61 67 78 84

WHY Ranch Arts Section - Karen Wheeler United Way Blend the old with the New New Vista Local Ladies Achievement In The City

Winter Fashion page 39

ON THE COVER Cover model: Betty Ann Golden Photographer: Jay Layno

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NOV DEC

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EVENTS Weather permitting; Lee Canyon can open as late as December. Historically, the resort opens for its winter season on Black Friday. Lee Canyon’s winter amenities include skiing and snowboarding, a snow tubing hill, snowshoeing, the Bristlecone Bar, the Bighorn Grill, Lee Canyon Sports and the Pro Shop. The resort will open at 9 a.m. and lifts will run until 4 p.m. Lee Canyon encourages individuals to purchase tickets online to take advantage of up to 35 percent savings and avoid sold out dates. For updates on opening day, visit leecanyonlv.com.

NOV. 19, 4:30PM

DEC. 2

Las Vegas Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities will host the fifth annual PJ 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This fun and festive fundraising event encourages participants to run, walk or push strollers in their pajamas through Glittering Lights. Everyone who signs up will receive a race bib, an event completion medal, light snacks and beverages with awards given to the best overall female and best overall male. There will also be raffle prizes and everyone who crosses the finish line will enjoy milk and cookies. Participants who bring a new pair of children’s pajamas to donate will be entered into a drawing to win two tickets to Las Vegas Motor Speedway’s 2018 NASCAR Race in March. To register, visit speedwaycharities. org/lasvegas or contact Paulette Anderson at 702.917.6493. Participants may register for an extra $5 on the day of the event.

Santa Claus is running downtown for the 13th Anniversary of the Las Vegas Great Santa Run benefiting Opportunity Village providing programs and services for individuals with disabilities in the Las Vegas community. The champion of the “World Santa Challenge” for four consecutive years, thousands of Saint Nick lookalikes will flood the streets for a 5K run and one-mile Kris Kringle Jingle walk, raising funds. The race course will begin under the glowing overhead screens of Fremont Street Experience and continue throughout downtown, passing a number of landmarks. Participants can register online as an individual racer, adult team, children or dogs to be kept on a leash. For more information, visit opportunityvillage.org.

NOV. - JAN. The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District presents various art exhibits throughout the year. Through Nov. 28 at the Enterprise Library is Light Play by Robot Army created by kinetic artist Sarah Petkus and engineer Mark Koch. This is an interactive hive of miniature delta robots, which react to participants’ physical gestures. Through Jan. 2, 2018 at the West Las Vegas Library is The Art of Kip Miller: African Son, an exhibit of a surreal world through Miller’s stylized paintings. Nov. 21 to Feb. 4, 2018 at the Summerlin Library is Elegant Creatures by Lolita Develay, strikingly chromatic and scintillating paintings depicting luxury fashion displays as an investigation into consumer culture. For more information, call 702.734.READ or visit lvccld.org.

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DEC. 9, 8AM The Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis will be held with a 5K or 10K-timed course, 1-mile route, children’s dash and wheelchair division. Over 1,000 competitive runners and family members will don festive holiday attire, tie jingle bells to their shoelaces, and run or walk along the scenic outdoor course to the finish line at Tivoli Village. Afterwards there will be holiday-themed activities and entertainment including a kid’s zone, crafts and games, holiday characters, raffles and contests. For more information, visit jbr.org/ lasvegas or call 702.888.3266.

DEC. 2, 3-7PM New Vista Ranch is hosting its Very Merry New Vista Holiday celebration at the ranch. The event is an old-fashioned holiday celebration complete with carolers, games, music, dancing and a visit from Santa Claus. New Vista is also selling holiday wreaths now to benefit the organization and pre-ordered wreaths will be available for pickup during the party. The event is open to the public as an opportunity to meet its members and enjoy some holiday festivities. The ranch is located at 7875 N. Rainbow Blvd. For more information, visit newvistanv.org.

JAN. 15, 10AM Jan. 15, 2018, 10 a.m.: The 36th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. parade will be held in Downtown Las Vegas. The parade will start at Fourth Street, head north and end at Ogden Avenue. The parade will also be aired lived on Cox Cable. For more information, visit kingweeklasvegas.com.

LAST FRIDAY of every month Last Friday, Just Add Water is a celebration held in the historic Water Street District in downtown Henderson. The community event features local artists, diverse musicians, critically acclaimed chefs and various family-oriented activities. Held on the last Friday of the month, guests can enjoy Henderson’s emerging arts, culture, music and culinary scene while benefiting different nonprofit organizations and supporting Southern Nevada. For more information, visit justaddwaterstreet.com.

Showtimes at 6PM “Laughternoon” starring Adam London is celebrating five years at the D Las Vegas with the duck-obsessed comedy magician. London’s tricks have a mix of whimsy and wit with clever slight of hand magic and are family friendly. For magic lovers, add Presto Magic taught by London an hour before the show, to learn up to three tricks and participate in a Q&A. The tricks will be beginner level and are easy enough for children to perform. Adam London’s “Laughternoon” is performed daily at 4 p.m. inside The Showroom at the D Las Vegas. For Presto Magic tickets, VIP tickets and regular tickets, visit thed.com/entertainment.

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Holiday NOW to JAN 1

Through Jan. 1, 2018: Ethel M Chocolates will once again light up the night with the annual Holiday Cactus Garden and will host its 24th annual Cactus Garden lighting with over 1 million colorful twinkling lights Spanning over three acres, the seasonal attraction is a free holiday tradition for Southern Nevada. New this year, Ethel M will transform the back pavilion into its very own winter wonderland with an ice skating rink (ticket must be purchased). Hours of operation for the ice rink will be daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and each ticket purchased will come with a complimentary cup of Ethel M’s gourmet hot chocolate. The Holiday Cactus Garden, free to the public, will be open 5 to 10 p.m. at Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Garden, 2 Cactus Garden Drive, Henderson. For more information, visit ethelm.com.

Holiday Cactus Garden

NOV 20 to DEC 14

Nov. 20 to Dec. 14: “Legends in Concert” in Las Vegas adds a holiday theme while celebrating 34 years on the Las Vegas Strip. The show features singing tribute artists (no lip syncing) to a live band and recreates the superstars with their look and presence on stage. Local youth choirs and performing arts groups will also perform in the production. Tickets are on sale at all Caesars Entertainment box offices or by calling 702.777.7776. More information is available at flamingolasvegas.com or legendsinconcert.com.

“Legends in Concert”

NOV 24 to DEC 31 Through Dec. 31, 2018: It is the 26th anniversary of The Magical Forest, a cherished Southern Nevada tradition, featuring a winter wonderland filled with hundreds of decorated trees, millions of brilliant holiday lights, nightly entertainment for all ages, photos with Santa in his workshop, the Forest Express passenger train, Cheyenne’s Enchanted Carousel, Rod’s Mini-Golf, Avalanche Slide, Blastin’ Bear’s Shootin’ Shack, Magical Midway, Boris the Elf ’s Experience and new mini-coaster The Blizzard. There will also be nightly entertainment. The Magical Forest is located at Opportunity Village, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd. There is free parking behind the Magical Forest in the CSN parking lot. For more information, call 702.259.3741 or visit magicalforest.com.

NOV 22

Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall will light up the winter display at Mystic Falls Park with a special kick-off and tree lighting ceremony at sundown on Nov. 22 and continue through the holiday season. Since 1994, the popular pioneer-themed Mystic Falls Park Light and Water Show transforms into an immersive winter wonderland experience with decorations beginning in Sam’s Town porte-cochère. Garland streams, wreathadorned lamp posts, sculpture polar bears, mountains of poinsettias and white light and snow-covered trees will fill the atrium, along with the special holiday-themed laser light show. Be certain to visit Cowboy Santa in the Park’s gazebo. For more information, visit samstownlv.com.

Sam’s Town annual holiday display”

NOV 27 to DEC 25

Nov. 27 to Dec. 25: Terry Fator: The Voice of Entertainment is welcoming the holidays with A Very Terry Christmas at the Terry Fator Theater in The Mirage, a holiday themed performance. Fator and cast will celebrate the holidays with comedy, singing, celebrity impersonations and ventriloquism, featuring classics including “Winter Wonderland,” and “Baby It’s Cold Outside.” A duet between David Bowie and Bing Crosby is a touching moment that will feature the talented Fator performing with two puppets simultaneously. Show dates vary. Tickets and information are available by going online at mirage.com, calling 702.792.7777 or by visiting any MGM Resorts International Box Office.

The Magical Forest

Terry Fator: The Voice of Entertainment

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NDAR NOW to JAN 7

Through Jan. 7, 2018: Glittering Lights at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway is celebrating 17 years in Southern Nevada. The holiday 2 ½-mile drive-through spectacular that intertwines through the speedway features over 3 million dazzling festive lights and sounds. Guests can also view millions of lights from Santa Tram, an open-air tram. New this year is Fast Pass powered by Diamondback Land Surveying. Tickets for Santa Tram and Fast Pass are available ONLY online at glitteringlights.vegas. Goodwill of Southern Nevada will continue to offer a $5 discount entry voucher for Glittering Lights Carload Tickets with a donation of clothing or household items. A portion of each ticket benefits Speedway Children’s Charities, Las Vegas Chapter.

Glittering Lights at LVMS

DEC 2 Dec. 2, 2 p.m.: Las Vegas Philharmonic’s traditional holiday celebration returns with all the wonder and magic of the season. Home for the Holidays, a festive, family-friendly concert, begins with the nostalgic and popular A Christmas Fantasy. The merriment continues with selections from the beloved Nutcracker. The timeless classic, Peter and the Wolf, opens the second half with Clint Holmes narrating the elaborate tale. The spirited performance concludes with a traditional audience sing-along of holiday favorites accompanied by the symphony orchestra. The concert will be held at Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. For more information and tickets, visit lvphil.org.

DEC 1 to JAN 2

Dec. 1-Jan. 2, 2018, 6:30 p.m.: Dine, socialize and play detective with a mix of comedy and murder mystery. “Marriage Can Be Murder” holidaythemed show at the D Las Vegas is a killer twist to the holiday party season in a jolly game of whodunit where even Santa is suspect and actors are planted among the unsuspecting guests. For tickets, call the box office at 702.388.2111 or visit thed.com, which includes a three-course meal, non-alcoholic beverage, server gratuity, taxes and fees. VIP tickets include one alcoholic beverage, souvenir t-shirt and priority seats. R.I.P. tickets offer a chance to participate in the show.

24 HRS DAILY The Conservatory & Botanical Gardens at Bellagio will showcase its holiday display. The free and family-friendly attraction will once again become a winter wonderland full of delights featuring seasonal favorites such as the large polar bear family, thousands of fresh poinsettias and a tree decorated with more than 2,000 ornaments and 7,000 warm white LED lights. The display is open 24 hours daily. For more information, visit bellagio.com.

“Marriage Can Be Murder” holiday show

Bellagio holiday display

DEC 9 to DEC 24

Dec. 9-24: Nevada Ballet Theatre at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts presents “The Nutcracker” choreographed by James Canfield, featuring a full orchestra and over 100 performers. The theater is transformed into a wonderland of moonlit snow and waltzing flowers as Clara and her Nutcracker Prince dance along the borderline of imagination and reality. Arrive early to The Smith Center and get a photo taken on the red carpet with The Nutcracker, and enjoy some holiday shopping at the festive Nutcracker Boutique. For more information, visit nevadaballet.org. For dates, times and tickets, including the sale of single tickets, visit thesmithcenter.com/ events.

“The Nutcracker”

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WOMEN OF THE CIRCUS COME TO LAS VEGAS Death defying performances in ‘Circus 1903’ and ‘WOW – WORLD OF WONDER’ By Debbie Hall Photos of Maria Jose Dominguez by Ethan Miller Photos of Silvia Silvia courtesy of “WOW – World of Wonder”

t the turn of the 20th century, people in small town America anticipated the circus coming to town. In the 21st century, generations of circus performers continue to entertain including these two amazing women showcasing their extraordinary talents in Las Vegas. “Circus 1903” takes audiences on a magical journey back to the year 1903, featuring an amazing cast of contortionists, acrobats, jugglers, high-wire acts and death-defying feats. In the show, high wire walker Maria Jose Dominguez is a fifth generation circus performer as well as the mother of three. Originally from

Chile, Dominguez has traveled the world as a circus performer exemplifying the balance of strength and beauty both on and off the stage. As for performing high in the air on a wire, “When you’re a circus performer, you already kind of know what feeling you want to feel. In my case, I love adrenaline. I love dangerous things. I know it sounds crazy but that is my personality,” she explained. “To be on the wire for me is more than just performing, for me it’s my passion. I was born to do this! Before the music starts and the lights go up, it’s a lot of focusing, but once the act begins and we feel the lights on our faces—something magical happens. I feel like I’m on a cloud and I know this is my life. I want to perform really high in the air.” “WOW – WORLD OF WONDER,” the internationally acclaimed production, made a splash and transported audiences into a world of water, wonder and fantasy during its Las Vegas debut at the Rio Showroom at Rio AllSuite Hotel & Casino. Featuring 30 performers from 10 different countries around the world, archer Silvia Silvia, a semifinalist in Season 10 on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” risks her life nightly in the show. As well as a third generation circus performer, she is the wife of “WOW” cast member Victor Ponce. The two competed against their son, Paul Ponce, and the judges send her to the quarterfinals instead of her son. However, she was forced to withdraw from the competition due to contractual obligations to perform elsewhere. Born and raised in Columbia, Silvia has lived in Spain for over 40 years traveling and performing all over the world. In the 1980s, she performed in Las Vegas and is thrilled to be back in the new show. As for her skill and tricks with archery including the cross bow, “as children of a circus family, we trained on the high wire as well as the trapeze. But I discovered I had a really special talent with the bow and arrow and I focused on that.

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We developed an original act for me and I have performed it all of my life,” she explained. “WOW” performs at the Rio Showroom at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino Tuesday through Sunday at 7 p.m. with additional shows at 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Tickets can be purchased at the Rio Box Office, Ticketmaster, RioLasVegas.com or by calling 702.777.7776. “Circus 1903” performs at the Paris Theater at the Paris Las Vegas Tuesday to Sunday (dark Monday) with show times at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. To purchase tickets, call 702.777.2782 or visit circus1903.com.

WHY Ranch Demonstrates the Power of Horses and Healing M

any would agree that children face enormous challenges growing to adulthood. Amy Meyer-Terry faced her own obstacles and, realizing the great need, founded White Horse Youth Ranch known as WHY Ranch in 2007. The fully functioning ranch and equestrian program helps children, teenagers, families and military personnel. WHY Ranch builds confidence, encourages integrity and inspires creativity. It offers a safe place for kids to come and experience personal healing and growth while building a loving and connected relationship with their horse.

By Debbie Hall a child or teen has been in the program, they do get the opportunity to ride the horse. $1Korral is a yearly or monthly sponsorship to help with the cost of the horses and ranch as well as grow the programs. Volunteering opportunities are available to those who are passionate about horses while getting their hands dirty. WHY Ranch is looking for those who want to share the joy of loving and caring for horses and kids, work alongside staff members and experience changing lives. The Junior Leadership volunteer program is for teens ages 10 to 14 who are not part of the program but

Kids and teens can experience a difficult time going through adverse situations. Many are bullied, face various forms of abuse or deal with a death, divorce or many other situations that causes withdrawal and strained family relationships. Diamonds in the Rough is designed as an after-school program where kids attend for 30 minutes to a couple of hours. Participants get to work with horses in natural horsemanship and groundwork. It is not a riding program, but after

volunteer and learn through their service. WHY Ranch also works with military families, especially those experiencing PTSD. MeyerTerry’s husband served in Afghanistan and suffers from PTSD. He works at the ranch which is integral to healing himself and helping others. “We want to rebuild lives working together on the ranch,” Meyer-Terry said. “Horses are great because they don’t judge, just love,” she said. “They only perceive how a person approaches and pets, grooms, hugs or talks to them. They are instinctive animals that can help heal broken hearts and minds with just their beautiful spirits and tranquility. Positive experience with a horse provides each youth with life-changing tools that can transfer to all aspects of his or her life. What I hear from people who come to the ranch is that their child can finally open up.” The beautiful functioning ranch, complete with gentle horses and trained staff, continues to help kids become their best selves. For more information, visit WhyRANCH.org.

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KAREN WHEELER: Finding her voice again through painting By Debbie Hall

Art group. “I wanted to be around fellow creative people. It is a small group but I needed something to get me out of the house.”

t would be natural to tell Karen Wheeler’s story and art career at the beginning of her life. However, her real epiphany began in 2016 when she discovered her true passion in creating art even though she has been an artist for most of her life. To detail Wheeler’s timeline; she was born with a form of muscular dystrophy known as spinal muscular atrophy 1. Since Wheeler could not play like other children, her mother gave her paper and pencils and told her to draw. She would be mainstreamed into high school, encouraged to attend college to study art and ultimately obtained her master’s degree with a 4.0 grade average. Wheeler painted in watercolors with great success and accolades. She served on the board of directors of VSA Arts California; a nonprofit organization dedicated to integrating mentally and physically challenged adults and children into society through the arts. Wheeler sold her work to collectors all over the world and celebrities including Julian Lennon, Phil Collins, Shadoe Stevens, Justin Hayward, [late] Joan Rivers, Damon Wayans and Steven Seagal.

Time passed and in November 2016, the group was exhibiting never-before-seen artwork with Wheeler’s brother performing. She wanted to surprise him with a painting of his dog. However, she had suffered a mini stroke earlier in the year. Still Wheeler was determined to try.

Since most of her subjects revolved around animals, her brother tried to commission her to paint a portrait of his dog in 2013 and even agreed to pay her. Wheeler attempted to paint this one project but finally gave up. But art kept calling her name so Wheeler literally forced herself to start the Spirit of

“I experienced joy again as I started. It took me four paintings, but I completed it,” she explained. She discovered that she hadn’t lost her skill even with the numbness in her fingers and unable to hold the brush very well. But thanks to her friend, who developed a device for her, Wheeler has created four more pieces in less than a year’s time. “This is the first time that I really valued my art,” she stated. “Before I painted because I knew I could do it but I realized that my heart was not really in it. But now looming in my life is the possibility I can’t paint anymore. I am willing and ready to keep doing what I know best. This is the one thing I don’t need help,” she stated.

But when David, the man who took care of Wheeler for 30 years, passed away in 2013, time stopped for her. “I quit painting for three years. I lost all interest and I was no longer inspired,” she explained. Wheeler became a recluse, her health deteriorated and lost many of her friends. “I felt my life ended when he was gone.”

Spirit of Art continues to thrive and exhibit as Wheeler expresses joy and inspiration with beautiful art pieces. For more information, visit karenwheeler.com.

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Transforming the lives of at-risk children through the healing power of family

Help Our Kids • Become a foster parent and provide a safe and nurturing home • Adopt a child • Volunteer at our special events and donation drives • Kids at Heart monthly donation program • Church or synagogue involvement

It’s a big task, but we won’t give up. Daunting could certainly describe the work we’re called to do here in Southern Nevada. With thousands of children and families in crisis, in abusive cycles, and caught in the child welfare system, we have our work cut out for us. But we’re ready, and we won’t quit. We believe every life is precious and worthy of safety and love; and can be transformed through the power of a strong family. Together, we will stay the course to stop the cycle of abuse. We will pull out all the stops to provide the very best services to restore children, teens, parents and families …. One Life at a Time ®. Every year Olive Crest in Nevada, with the support of donors and caring community members serves 3,500 children and families in need.

Call 702.685.3459 or visit www.olivecrest.org/nv 4285 North Rancho Drive, Suite 160 • Las Vegas, NV 89130

IT’S A NEW YEAR

TIME TO CREATE A NEW YOU FINANCIALLY BY LYNSEY K. FREEMAN

id you make resolutions around your personal finances last year? Did you reach those goals? Make this the year you review your finances and then look for ways to improve in 2018. As you plan for the New Year, make your resolutions SMART, the acronym for specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely goals. SMART goals address the three “W” questions of what, why and who. Let’s say, for instance, your goal is to save more money. That’s a great start, but too vague. First ask “What?” What exactly is it that you want to accomplish? Do you want to save enough money to retire at age 65? Do you want to save enough for a 20 percent down payment on a new home? Be as precise as possible. Second ask “Why?” Why do you want to achieve this goal? What is the reason you want to save more money? It’s important to tie financial goals to relevance in your life. If

a goal isn’t in line with what you truly want, you’re going to have a difficult time finding success with it.

figure out ways to make them come true. You will gain the attitude, mindset and financial capacity to achieve them.

Then ask “Who?” Who else is involved in your goal? Who do you need to work with to make it happen? Accountability is key. Work with a financial advisor and share your goals with friends and family.

Realistic: Most people would love the idea of retiring early or going on a lavish vacation. However, setting goals around these things must be realistic. It might be achievable to save $30,000 for a vacation this year, but is it realistic if you’re married with three young children? Probably not.

As for SMART: Specific: The goal needs to be clear and unambiguous. “I’ll save money by only going to Starbucks twice a week” is more specific than “I won’t go to Starbucks as much.” Measurable: “I will save 10 percent of each paycheck” is measurable while “I will save some money out of each paycheck” is not. Achievable: An attainable goal is not extreme. The resolution is neither out of reach nor too low that it becomes meaningless. If resolutions are important to you, you will

Lynsey K. Freeman is a financial advisor and managing associate with WestPac Wealth Partners. She assists people make smart financial decisions using her knowledge, expertise and experience. For more information, call 702.470.2740 or visit thewp2.com/advisor/ lynsey-freeman.

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Timely: A commitment to a deadline is vital for success. “I will start saving 10 percent of my paychecks starting Jan. 1” is a more definite time frame than “I will start saving more money after the holidays.” Reflect on your goals before you sign-off on them. Prepare for the New Year with organization, forethought and accountability. Cheers to the New Year and financially A New You.

Women’s Leadership Council Helps TWO FUTURE LEADERS FULFILL THEIR DREAMS

asmine Avagyan and Lin Martinez have ambitious goals for their futures. Both students at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Avagyan is studying to be a pediatrician and Martinez plans to become a lawyer. Thanks to the United Way of Southern Nevada’s Women’s Leadership Council, they are starting on the path to creating a better life and a better community through education.

shared Martinez. “The next step would be to study and take the LSAT test, in order to apply for law school, where I would spend three years to receive the training and education needed to become a lawyer.” Avagyan’s path to being a doctor is similar, with a bachelor’s degree, medical school and years of training coming before entering her chosen field.

According to a UWSN report on postsecondary attainment, 54 percent of jobs in Nevada require some form of postsecondary education, but only 31 percent of residents qualify. (Read the full report at uwsn.org/communityconnect.) Programs like the Women’s Leadership Council Emerging Leadership Scholarship, which both Avagyan and Martinez have received, are helping to change that and providing ways for Southern Nevadans to gain a degree or certification to prepare for the workforce.

Both women consider the years of schooling worth it to help their community. Avagyan was diagnosed with severe scoliosis at 11 years old, and was told her lungs would collapse by the age of 30. At 13, she underwent surgery to save her life, which changed the way she sees the world. Now, she’s studying to become a doctor so she can help others who suffer from the same condition and create a healthy environment in Southern Nevada. “My community has given so much to me and I want to continue on my journey to give back, as well as continue to make my community grow,” she said.

“The first step to work towards becoming a lawyer is receiving a bachelor’s degree,”

As an intern at the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Martinez has seen first

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hand how the law affects families across Southern Nevada. “The law can dictate what happens to children, families, individuals and entire communities,” Martinez stated. “I have been a witness to the fear and uncertainty that people have when they aren’t aware of how they can protect themselves from certain situations.” With a pressing need for bilingual lawyers to reach all of Southern Nevada’s residents, Martinez looks forward to using her degree to help people protect themselves and find resources for assistance. “The Southern Nevada community has given me so much and I intend to give back through my determination, passion, and time.” To learn more about the Emerging Leadership Scholarship for Women and the Women’s Leadership Council, contact Lawrel Larsen at 702.892.2319 or LawrelL@uwsn.org.

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DEVOTION VODKA

SHINES THROUGH THE HOLIDAY SEASON INTO THE NEW YEAR

he holiday season is a time of celebration, visiting with friends and family and sharing the joy of the season. Reach for the stars as the New Year begins starting with a toast. Pure Devotion Vodka is the original sugar-free, gluten-free vodka, distilled six times using the purest of water through an extra deionizing process.

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Pour 3 ounces of Pure Devotion Vodka into a shaker Add a splash of olive juice Shake or stir Pour into a chilled martini glass and garnish with 3 olives

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INGREDIENTS 2 ounces Devotion Vodka Perfect Cosmo 2 ounces cranberry juice (make it sugar free for a “skinny” drink) METHOD Fill a shaker with ice. Pour Devotion Vodka Perfect Cosmo and cranberry juice into shaker and shake well. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a lemon twist.

Devoted DIPPER

¾ ounce Blood Orange Devotion Vodka ½ ounce St. Germain ¼ ounce honey syrup Dash lemon juice Dash orange bitters Combine ingredients in champagne flute and top with sparkling wine

Pour 2 ounces of Pure Devotion Vodka and ½ ounce of Pama Liquor into a shaker glass with ice. Fill with cranberry juice, shake and strain into martini glass. Recipes are courtesy of Constellation Catering; bringing the bar, bartenders and booze for celebrations of any size and licensed for spirits. With Constellation in its name, an astrological twist can be added with horoscope drinks along with tarot card and palm readers and provide guests with Message from the Stars (its version of a fortune cookie) with every drink. Its coasters reveal the astrological wheel, and bartenders are trained to discuss everything under the sun, moon and stars. For a Bar-ology experience, visit constellationcatering.com Devotion Vodka is sugar-free, gluten-free and non-GMO. Using 100 percent corn, it is 80 proof vodka with flavors including blackberry and blueberry, coconut, blood orange, wild cherry, Cosmo, tiki tea and original (known as Pure). Devotion Vodka is the only vodka allowed to put gluten-free, no sugar added and no allergen on its label. To find retailers, visit devotionvodka.com

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R E S T A U R A N T S | W IN E S & DIN E S THE DINING SCENE CONTINUES TO GROW IN SOUTHERN NEVADA WITH NEW AND DIFFERENT CUISINES. MAKE PLANS TO TRY THESE NEW RESTAURANTS IN THE UPCOMING YEAR. METRO DINER Guests can expect a warm welcome and comfort food as they walk through Metro Diner’s doors. Just ask Guy Fieri, who featured the diner in an episode of “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives’ on the Food Network. Menu items by founder Mark Davoli include Yo Hala on the Square. The dish is made with two thick slices of challah bread stuffed with a mixture of bananas, brown sugar, cream cheese and hazelnut syrup, prepared like French toast. It is then topped with blueberry and strawberry compote and powdered sugar. Another choice is fried chicken and waffles made with crispy chicken paired with waffles topped with strawberry butter. The kid’s menu offers smaller portions with favorites including pigs in a blanket and macaroni and cheese. There are five different types of Eggs Benedict including classic eggs benedict, crab cake benedict, country benedict, sandi beaches benedict and San Francisco benedict. Over 80 items are offered, all freshly made and prepared in an open, scratch kitchen with counter seating as well as indoor and patio dining. Metro Diner | Various locations | metrodiner.com HAMPTONS Hamptons is a new dining experience combining leisurely lounging and luxurious dining featuring two levels of industrial-chic interior design including patios on both levels and a full bar. The menu is modern American cuisine with Chef Jay creating dishes such as Little Havana Cubano featuring Duroc pork loin, country ham, Applewood smoked bacon, cilantro, fivespiced pineapple, Gruyere cheese, grain mustard aioli and mayo on a Cuban roll. Another favorite for lunch or dinner will be Mary’s Free Range Chicken & Biscuits with braised chicken thighs from Pitman Family Farms, sweet carrots, chicken gravy and cheddar biscuits topped with whipped honey butter. For a decadent breakfast, Peanut Butter & Banana Waffle with salted caramel, vanilla whipped cream, candied peanuts and Vermont maple syrup should satisfy any appetite. Healthy selections include a Brussels Sprouts & Bacon salad with dried cranberries, almonds, dried blueberries, aged New York cheddar and mint leaf topped with honey mustard vinaigrette. Perfect for sharing, the Avocado Fries is paired with green goddess dressing and smoked tomato ketchup. Hamptons Tivoli Village | 440 S. Rampart Blvd. | Las Vegas, NV 89145 702.916.1482 hamptonslv.com VIRGIL’S REAL BARBEQUE Virgil’s Real Barbecue has brought the famous barbecue flavors of Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas, North Carolina, South Carolina and Missouri to Las Vegas. The restaurant spans 14,000 square feet over two stories with three outdoor spaces, including a poolside patio, with live music offered nightly. Virgil’s meats are smoked at a low temperature over indirect heat for up to 10 hours with a unique mix of hickory, oak and fruitwoods to infuse the most flavors. The Pig Out features Virgil’s famous smoked meats including the Memphisstyle pork spare ribs, sliced Texas beef brisket, Carolina pulled pork and barbecued quarter chicken along with two sides and Virgil’s famous cornbread. Classic macaroni and cheese and collard greens are two sides choices to pull the full barbecue experience together. For dessert, indulge in velvety banana pudding, sweet potato pie or a sweet fresh fruit cobbler. Virgil’s will deliver its mouthwatering dishes and cater any event with drop off and setup, utensils and barbecue sauce. Virgil’s Real Barbeque The LINQ Promenade LINQ Hotel & Casino | 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. S. | Las Vegas, NV 89109 virgilsbbq.com 702.389.7400 W o m a n m a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 2 9 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

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Raise A Glass Winter Wines with these

t is time to celebrate the holidays with friends and family and toast to the New Year. Bold flavors enhance this time of year with spiced pears, baked apples, ripe blackberries and rich tannins. Embrace the warm aromas enjoying a glass during wintertime of mild daytime temperatures and chilly nights.

J Vineyards Russian River Chardonnay While winter is typically the season for hearty red wines, there are plenty of full-bodied whites that are well suited for this time of year. J Vineyards Russian River Chardonnay is rich and fragrant with aromas of spiced pear and baked apple. The palate reveals a creamy texture with pronounced flavors of ripe pear, Meyer lemon and caramelized peaches. Bright acidity and hints of toasted oak persist on the elegant finish. Delicious when paired with crab cakes, lobster bisque, roast chicken with mushrooms and truffle mac and cheese.

Dark Horse Double Down Red Blend

This limited release from Dark Horse will certainly take the chill out of those cold winter nights. Chewy tannins and hints of mocha enhance concentrated flavors of ripe blackberry and warm brown spice. This dark and decadent blend has a rich mid palate with balanced acidity and a bold finish. Pair with comfort foods like meatloaf and mashed potatoes, grilled cheese and tomato soup or spaghetti and meatballs.

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Louis M. Martini Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Bear Flag Zinfandel

Bear Flag Zinfandel reflects the bold, enduring spirit of California. The wine is rich and full-bodied with a spicy character followed by jammy notes of blueberry pie, vanilla and toasted oak. Firm structure and tannins are balanced with a velvety taste and lingering finish. Pair with steak fajitas, barbecued chicken or spareribs, sausage and peppers or roast pork.

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Nothing chases away the winter blues like a big, bold, bottle of cab. One of the favorites is the Alexander Valley Cabernet from Louis M. Martini. This cab has it all including intense aromas and flavors of dark berry fruit, earthy notes of truffle and cedar, balanced tannins and a long, complex finish. What winter blues?

Argiano Non Confunditur Non Confunditur is a Latin term that means unique or unmistakable. Argiano Non Confunditur is a robust Italian red that is a unique blend that is unmistakably delicious! Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese create a versatile wine that is fullbodied and generous with complex layers and smooth tannins. Flavors of black currant, red berries and subtle earthy notes are followed by hints of coffee and cocoa powder. This wine may not be easy to pronounce, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s definitely easy to drink! Pair with sausage pizza, grilled meats, lasagna and hearty pasta dishes.

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EXECUTIVE ROOM CHEF JAIMEE PEPE BRINGS SIZZLE TO TWIN CREEKS STEAKHOUSE Photo of Executive Room Chef Jaimee Pepe by Roger Bennett

win Creeks Steakhouse at the Silverton Casino Hotel is known for its innovative menu, signature boutique bourbons and an extensive wine list. Executive Room Chef Jaimee Pepe has recently joined the team bringing creativity and background to continue the extraordinary dining experience. A new Finest Menu has been introduced with twist to many of its dishes. One of the feature items is a classic chicken topped with a pan sauce along with biscuit stuffing and asparagus. Another choice is classic pork chops, brined in rosemary, and served with apple chutney and sweet potato mash. Originally from New Jersey, Chef Pepe always loved being in the kitchen and even took some cooking classes in high school. She received a certificate in culinary arts from a community college and planned to work in the hospitality industry in management. Moving to Southern Nevada to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, she realized that she wanted to be a chef instead after attending for about a year. “I love being hands on,” she explained. “I had always been in the kitchen with my grandmother and mother. I have always had a love for food.”

There was a change in her career course and Chef Pepe obtained a degree in culinary arts from the Art Institute of Las Vegas. Hired at Nob Hill for Chef Michael Mina at the MGM Grand, Chef Pepe was exposed to fine dining on the Las Vegas Strip. She returned to New York City to continue her culinary career under Chef Dan Silverman at the Standard Grill. But the bright lights and dining scene in Las Vegas called her name and Chef Pepe moved back to Southern Nevada. She was the executive sous chef at Giada’s on the Las Vegas Strip before becoming the first female executive room chef at Twin Creeks. “There are a lot of moving parts so, when I first arrive, my assistant George is working on orders and production. I am very involved with hands, including prep. When we are open in the evening, I am overseeing everything to make certain the guests have the best dining experience possible.” Twin Creeks features an intimate dining experience including a lounge area, full bar and private dining room. Choices of steak include

filet mignon, porterhouse, New York and its specialty, Twin Creeks bone-in rib eye. Seafood options include salmon, halibut, diver scallops and twin tails. Other classic entrées along with appetizers, sides and dessert round out the menu. Prime rib is offered daily along with Prime Rib Sundays featuring a King or Queen Cut Prime Rib (either 16 or 12 ounces) with choice of soup or salad and a side. Happy Hour is 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday, which includes halfprice small plates, beer, wine and cocktails. For those wine lovers, Wednesday and Thursday feature half-off all bottles of wine.

Twin Creeks Steakhouse Silverton Casino Hotel 3333 Blue Diamond Road Las Vegas, NV 89139 702.263.7777 silvertoncasino.com

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THESE RESTAURATEURS DELIVER THE BEST IN DINING CRAFTkitchen and Salud Mexican Bistro and Tequileria By Debbie Hall

The dining experience is more than a menu; it is a combination of food, drink, atmosphere, price and location. Restaurateurs including Tami Blinn of CRAFTkitchen and Stevee Topchi of Salud Mexican Bistro and Tequileria are two of a growing number of women who are revolutionizing the industry.

his butcher shop. After college and culinary school, Tami pursued her culinary career and worked for the Ritz Carlton in San Francisco. It was during this period she met her future husband. When there was an opportunity in Las Vegas for the two of them, they decided to move and make Southern Nevada their home. Then they decided to take a leap of faith.

Tami of CRAFTkitchen is a chef, but leaves the kitchen to her chef and husband, Jaret, while she manages the business. She has always loved cooking and even observed her grandfather in

“It was always a dream of ours to open a restaurant to be able to do something more adventurous,” she explained. They specifically selected a location surrounded by neighborhoods. “We have regulars that come twice a week and they are not only our guests but also our neighbors.”

Photo by Erik Kastner for Fifty Fifty Studios

“There are many challenges in opening a restaurant. But I loved it when we were creating the menu,” she said. “We would have friends and family come and taste the food, get their opinions and that was so much fun. I have a special relationship with our chef, who is an artist with food as well as with sculpturing and painting.” Stevee strives to ensure everything looks and tastes perfect and is working on adding locations. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays, 4 to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 4 to 9 p.m. Sundays.

Along with the new American favorites with a twist, baked goodies made from scratch can also be purchased from the bakery case. Food is locally sourced whenever possible as well as organic and gluten-free choices. The menu changes constantly with beer and wine available to order. CRAFTkitchen is open daily for breakfast and lunch only. These hours were selected for family time. Chef Jaret can coach his son in various sports and Tami can spend time with her daughter with school activities. Born and raised in Henderson, Stevee, along with her husband Andres, owns Salud Mexican Bistro and Tequileria. The menu is classical Mexican cuisine with a modern twist such as duck carnitas and pork belly chicharron. For adventurous diners, different tastes are incorporated such as lobster enchiladas and octopus salteado. There is a full bar featuring tequila cocktails and flights. Stevee first obtained her cosmetology license because she loves to make women feel beautiful. She now owns a mobile hair and makeup service for brides as well as continues to work as a stylist.

CRAFTkitchen 10940 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 107 Henderson, NV 89052 702.728.5828 | craftkitchenlv.com

But as her businesses and career thrived, Stevee wanted to try something new. Her in-laws had worked in the restaurant industry for their entire lives and when approached to open a new restaurant, she decided to add this venture to her growing roster of businesses.

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Salud Mexican Bistro and Tequileria 8125 W. Sahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89117 702.665.6423 | saludmexicanbistro.com

2017

Tiffany & Co. new Save the Wild collection benefits the Elephant Crisis Fund, which is in partnership with the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation. Tiffany is donating 100 percent of the proceeds from this collection in an effort to support anti-poaching, anti-trafficking and ivory demand reduction projects. Visit Tiffany & Co. at Fashion Show, Forum Shops at Caesars, Bellagio and The Shops at Crystals.

Vanessa Lutz, owner of Sin City Treasures, discovered a love for jewelry while spending time with her grandmother. Today, she offers hard-tofind and estate pieces. For more information, visit sincitytreasures.com.

Gift someone special eyes with the newest styles from leading designers in ophthalmic frames and sunglasses. Retro-inspired frames are trending in eyewear collections including Dior, Tom Ford and Clubmaster. Eye exams are provided by appointment by Dr. Cynthia Payne, OD. For more info, visit TrendsetterEyewear.com

Ladies Dangle Diamond Dangle Earrings have two stunning 10-point diamonds on each earring. These weigh 1.4 grams and are made of 14kt yellow gold. Honey Bee Style Ruby in Yellow Gold Brooch Pin is made of 14kt yellow gold and weighs 5 grams. There are 20 rubies on this pin ranging from 5 points to 20 points each.

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The Neck Sofa helps relieve muscle pain, stiffness, fatigue and tension. This travel neck pillow wraps around the back of the neck, allowing the head to relax and be free of pain caused by long duration of sitting in a confined position. The Neck Sofa also provides comfort and support for individuals recovering from a medical condition since this stabilizes the head and provides reliable neck support. For more info, visit relaxtheback.com/neck-sofa

Nordic Beach is one gift to keep everyone who wears one warm and comfy. Colors are available in Black Licorice, Gray Kitten, Fluffy Frappe, Red Velvet, Pink Heaven and Midnight Navy. Shop online at nordicbeach.com.

Believe + Wonder Special Edition Collection from Mary Kay. Believe it’s possible. Wonder what can be. Escape, even if just for a moment in your mind, to a place where happiness floats through the air like confetti. To a place that brings a smile to your face. To a place where you truly believe you can do anything and happily reflect upon it in wonder. Three joyous scents allow an anytime escape to the best corners of your imagination. Take it all with you in this FREE* Collection Bag when you purchase any two products from the specialedition Believe + Wonder Collection. *Available through participating Independent Beauty Consultants only; all products only while supplies last.

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Ndulge was started by a group of sisters who are passionate about making a difference, Ndulge benefits those in need through sales made from its clothing collections. Ndulge Actionwear is AHH-mazing! Ultra soft, slimming, compressed to cover every size Tush without the fear of x-ray vision. Get yours today! Your legs will Love you! Plus these make great Gifts! Visit ndulge.com

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EMBRACE THE WINTER SEASON WITH

ECCOCI

Winter fashions combine personal style with the bold colors of the season defining confidence. Eccoci is a unique experience; designer fashion with affordable prices and outstanding service.

CHECK JACKET Made from Italian fabric. This reversible easy-fit jacket offers versatility. Black, White, Blush, Olive, Storm, Icicle, Bordeaux. $645

KATRINA BLOUSE Elegantly designed white shirt with hi/low hemline, back peplum and shirring detail. White. $425

INDIGO SKIRT Refined Italian denim skirt with hi/low hem. Indigo. $445

CITY SKIRT Classic straight double knit skirt with inverted pleats at the back hem. Grey. $345

TAPIOCA JACKET A modern take on the tweed jacket, this outerwear is flattering and sophisticated. Tapioca. $585

PINKBERRY PANTS New classic wide leg pants with back darts and waistband. Blush. $365

DIVA DRESS DAKOTA SHAWL Add a layer of edge to your look with this wool shawl. Storm/Pebble Melange, Tapioca. $595

ANTOINETTE BLOUSE Beautiful silk blouse with moody floral print. Verona Plum, Blush, Fusion Pink, Pebble, Tapioca. $395

VELVET JACKET A fresh take on a wardrobe essential, this velvet jacket rests at low hip to accentuate the figure. Verona Plum. $565

PERLA PANTS Garment washed Italian stretch jeans perfect for any casual look. Tapioca. $325

Luxurious bonded leather; black on the outside and feminine Blush on the inside. Black, Blush. $995

VELVET PANTS This velvet wide leg pants creates a look that’s on-trend and timeless. Verona Plum. $365

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WHAT’S

BY JENNIFER FLORENDO

These fabulous beauty trends shine and sparkle into the New Year and beyond. Be f ierce and bold with inspired new looks and new conf idence.

NARS LOVE TRIANGLE $24 Available at Sephora

SEPHORA COLLECTION PUFF & SHINE

The cult-classic color, Orgasm, is back in this mini blush and lipstick gift set. Double your pleasure! The Love Triangles come in five shades.

$13, Available at Sephora Sparkle and shine everywhere you go this holiday season. This loose powder and soft brush add the perfect touch of shimmer to your body, face and hair for your best winter wonderland look.

SEPHORA COLLECTION SUGAR COATED GLOSSY LIP GLOSS SET $29, Available at Sephora Bring on the gloss and shine! This set of 12 lip glosses in a shade for every occasion will keep you on trend and feeling festive for the holiday party months. Includes go-to reds, festive berries and sparkle topcoats to amp up any look. Your perfect shade awaits.

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SEPHORA COLLECTION FOX SPONGE TRIO $18, Available at Sephora Cute in design, fabulous in function, three varying sizes help apply your makeup to all areas of your face with precision and perfection.

FACE ATELIER ULTRA BRONZER $36 Available at faceatelier.com

MIRENESSE SUPREME SECRET WEAPON 24HR MASCARA

The Ultra Bronzer represents the perfect marriage of performance and technology. It features a sophisticated formulation that uses pure, micronized pigments surrounded by silicones, which create a cushion between the powder and the skin.

$22 Available at mirenesse.com Make magic happen! Instantly create super long, full lashes and transform your look like never before. This is one of the leaders of the next generation of mascaras.

HIKARI METALLIC SHADOWS $5-$15 Available at hikaricosmetics.com Stay bold, and vibrant this winter from day to night with high quality, highly pigmented and highly desired metallic shadows from Hikari. These easy-to-blend shadows will help you achieve show-stopping glamour in an instant.

THE MAN RAY FOR NARS HOLIDAY COLLECTION $26 Photogloss Lip Lacquer $49 Glass Tears Eyeshadow Palette Available at NARS boutiques and narscosmetics.com Complete your look with limited edition shades inspired by the art of Man Ray. Our top picks include: Photogloss Lip Lacquer in four saturated shades with a high-shine finish. Glass Tears Eyeshadow Palette features six richly pigmented eyeshadows in new, limited-edition shades that create festive scenes and smoldering effects.

LES AMOUREUX AUDACIOUS LIPSTICK COFFRET $55, Available at Nordstrom Add something special to your daytime look with these four minis, which include two new, limited edition shades: Ady, dusty coral, Arden, burnt coral Barbara, tan rose Jane, terracotta rose.

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Retro-inspired frames ACCENTUATE BEAUTIFUL EYES WHILE LOOKING FORWARD Photography by Garrett Winslow

n the 1960s, cat-eye frames were the rage. In the 1970s, cool people wore aviator shapes. Continuing into the 1980s, big and bold frames made a fashion statement. Dior created the round gold metal frame and large square sunglass acetate style in the 1990s. Today, it is all about retro-inspired frames for the new eyewear collections including Dior, Tom Ford and Clubmaster. The new trend of metal-on-metal designs incorporates different colors and a mix of shapes in one design with a focus on gold. Mirror lenses and lightly tinted lenses give that aura of mystery. Great ready for the New Year with Trendsetter Eyewear. Check out all of the newest styles from leading designers in ophthalmic frames and sunglasses. Eyewear styling consultations are complementary. Eye exams are provided by appointment by Dr. Cynthia Payne, OD.

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By Dr. Michael Mall

ichael S. Mall, M.D. is the medical director of Michael S. Mall, MD | Medical Concierge and New Image Advanced Laser Skin Center. Dr. Mall answers some common questions about health, but encourages those with concerns to seek professional help.

Q. I have been checked out and am healthy, but what can I do to feel good and take care of myself?

Q. I have lost weight, but I still have problem areas that don’t respond to exercise. I am especially distressed about my back flab and rolls. What can I do that doesn’t require surgery?

Optimizing your health to feel your best requires a physician that can spend time with you to really get to know you, properly test your nutritional health and hormonal health, and provide a comprehensive plan to optimize your health. This includes age management protocols, medicines if needed, vitamins, age management supplements and optimal hormone replacement if needed. A concierge medical physician is a great place to start but be sure that they focus on age management and hormone replacement versus a traditional medical model practice. An hour executive annual physical is a key component to optimizing your health and feeling the best that you can.

A. There are several non-surgical options for getting rid of stubborn fat that will not go away with proper eating and exercise, assuming no undiagnosed medical disease. There are lasers utilizing radio frequency heat to melt the fat away such as Cutera’s Trusculpt laser. This treatment also tightens the skin as well as melting the fat permanently. Mesotherapy, a well-known and proven treatment in Europe, uses injection of an enzyme combined with a local anesthetic into the upper layer of fat or cellulite to actually dissolve the fat cells permanently. Mesotherapy could be combined with Trusculpt to accelerate and overall improve the results.

A. This is a great question, as being checked out and deemed healthy does not necessarily make one feel good.

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A. Everyone gets older, but we certainly do not have to get a facelift to look younger and refreshed. The skin loses collagen density as one ages making the appearance of loose, sagging skin with some wrinkles. Fillers such as Voluma, Vollure, and Juvederm can help replace the fat loss volume of aging to help look younger and refreshed. Botox, a proven entity with very little side effects if properly placed, can do wonders in relaxing muscles and making many fine lines and wrinkles disappear. Resurfacing lasers with minimal recovery time such as the accupulse micro fractionated CO2 laser with Deep FX and Total FX treatments can be used to tighten the skin and remove age spots, wrinkles and fine lines at the same time. Michael S. Mall, MD | Medical Concierge and New Image Advanced Laser Skin Center offers a new approach to health care, especially for women and their unique needs. Dr. Mall and his team adhere the highest medical standards and utilize the most advanced technology. For more information, visit drmallmd.com and newimagelasvegas.com.

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WHEN WOMEN DEAL WITH MEN IN POWER By Dr. Tiger Devore

omen are lining up again to tell their story of another well-known, powerful man sexually harassing or assaulting them in a work environment. This usually has continued for decades as another man is exposed taking advantage of women in his position of power. Many women find out that the man they’d been getting to know professionally or personally intended to make them his next victim. These famous and powerful men wield great power and influence. They can change the life of anyone by giving them access to a kind of success that might otherwise be hard to achieve. Too often, the man in power finds that people will allow them to be abusive and even go along with the inappropriate relationship for the benefits it brings to the person. These men, because of their level of accomplishment, feel entitled to live outside the rules. They believe that showing respect for others doesn’t apply to them and that they can expect others to treat them with an eagerness to serve for

what can be given in exchange. Their success can also isolate them so that the women they encounter may represent an important, even rare, opportunity for intimate connection. Many of these men may take advantage since they crave the attention of others that seems out of reach. There may be a kind of desperation that these men feel regarding contact with women. Often the men who stand accused of these assaults have a ritual they follow again and again and that the women they victimize report a haunting consistency of their behavior. Cases played out in the media get the attention, but most women can recall a time when a man who had some power, whether a boss, supervisor, teacher, professor or someone in management, imposed their sexual needs onto the relationship. Women in these situations are usually confused, angered and frightened when this happens. They clearly felt that sexuality should have nothing to do

with the relationship. Women will make weak objections often because they don’t want to harm or destroy the relationship, but they just don’t want sex to be a part of it. This encourages these men. I work with women helping them to become prepared in advance, to feel confident that they know what to say and how to say it to avoid any misconception. I teach women to make it very clear about boundaries and refusal for the relationship to be anything but professional, respectful and cooperative. Direction and limitation of the interaction must be done firmly. Women must understand that they will NOT be able to control the interaction after the boundary has been pushed beyond the appropriate limit. The worst mistake women can make is to tell themselves that they can deal with it and that they will be okay. Clarity is the key. This is a new time in our society and all of us can change the outcome now. Gone is the “old boy’s network” or “men will be men.” Real men and women can interact in a professional manner for the success of all.

DR. TIGER IS ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS Email your questions or issues of interest to “Ask Dr. Tiger” to info@lvwomanmagazine.com. For more information, call Dr. Tiger at 702.900.4845 or visit tigerdevorephd.com

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Success Beyond The Lights

etty Ann Golden epitomizes her name. Bob, her husband of 47 years, her two sons, grandchildren, friends and many clients and businesses associates view Betty Ann as a loving, caring and insightful person. But most importantly, as Betty Ann emphasizes, she has learned over the years to love and care for herself so she can truly be there for others. It is because of her love of life and all who are in it that she is so successful personally and professionally. Bob and Betty Ann are one of the happiest couples who work and play together. It is a true love story involving a dynamic woman and a charismatic man. Photos on their Facebook pages show them at charity events, supporting their entertainer friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; shows and spending time with family. The light and laughter in their eyes can be seen for miles.

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She is the founding vice president of the Karma International Las Vegas Chapter, a private membership organization for executives and entrepreneurs to connect professionally and socially. She was recognized as the Member of the Month by the organization for November. Betty Ann has been a board member of Mondays Dark since its inception, along with other charitable organizations including The MaCabe Foundation through SendOutCards and many other charities through Karma International. Betty Ann doesn’t work at being inspiring; she is an inspiration to all who meet her. Her life story would need to be written in a novel to cover all aspects and what brought Betty Ann to this point on her journey. She has become an influential entrepreneur; nationally recognized for her business acumen, trustworthiness and interpersonal skills. Throughout the years, Betty Ann has developed many businesses and achieved great accomplishments along with creating lasting relationships. Currently, Betty Ann and her husband Bob own and operate Golden Greetings, Inc. under the parent company SendOutCards, a relationship marketing business and personal online tool. W o m a n M a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 5 4 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

Creating relationships has always been their focus in life. This is who she is and how she built an amazing business in real estate and SendOutCards all by word of mouth (referrals). Being introduced to SendOutCards during one of the busiest times of their lives. Betty Ann was recognized and earned top outside real estate agent in 1996 at Lake Las Vegas. She was a broker in California and Nevada for close to 30 years, surviving the ups and downs of the real estate market. While juggling all her responsibilities as a wife, mother, grandmother and businesswoman, she (as well as Bob) was also in the middle of designing and building their dream home. They discovered that SendOutCards was the perfect answer to reach out and connect with clients and associates. It is a unique online greeting card company that allows the sender to use a personal photo, add a message and include a gift all from a computer or smart phone device. “It is a great way to build a strong relationship and make it stronger with appreciation and gratitude. We discovered that by using this simple marketing tool for businesses as well as reaching out to individuals it has a whole new meaning to creating a relationship that will last forever. I love the fact that when your card and, if you sent one, gift arrives at their office or home and it makes an impression that they can touch and feel,” she explained. They used the services to the point where it started to grow organically as another business. In August 2006 they attended their first company convention and realized this might be their next endeavor. While Betty Ann loved being a real estate broker, it was very time consuming. Bob’s businesses also took him away from home for long periods with great demands on his time and energy. They decided to expand their success through this unique network marketing program and within a year started earning six figures. After 12 years, they have expanded their reach across the United States as well as into Canada, Australia, United Kingdom and Singapore. They tell everyone that SendOutCards is a

GOLDEN NUGGETS By Betty Ann and Bob Golden

The CURE—Communicate, Understand, and Respect Everyone / everyday When asked about the secret to our long and happy marriage, we tell people it’s all about communication. We appreciate, love and respect each other even more now than we did when we first got married because we have expanded our awareness through personal growth. Communicate genuinely so you can understand and respect each other. This is the formula for any successful relationship, whether it’s family or business.

THE GENUINE FACTOR

Communication begins with you: tune into your heart and soul so that the thoughts that are forming and what’s coming out of your mouth are an expression of who you are and not what you think the other person wants to hear. If you’re saying how you really feel in a loving way, you can’t say the wrong thing, because it’s coming directly from your heart. When we appreciate and love ourselves, that radiates out and everyone feels good.

THE 4 L’S

We’re a lamp to light the path for others. However, they need to walk the path. We’re a lifeboat to get others across troubled waters. However, they need to get into the lifeboat. We’re a ladder to help others reach to new heights. However, they need to climb the ladder. And we do this all with love.

THE WINDSHIELD

Where do you focus your attention—in the past, present, or future? When you’re driving a car, your windshield is bigger than the rearview mirror for a reason. Continued on the next page -

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“I love my life. If you love what you are then you are going to love your life.”

high technology company with a heart. Betty Ann and Bob believe in the principles of business held by the company as well as embracing online retail. In 2009 they earned their company’s Distributor of the Year award and in 2010 they reached the top level of Eagle in their company. Betty Ann and Bob now serve as master trainers and advisory board members to help their company expand internationally.

Betty Ann, along with Bob, believes that happiness is a choice, and that wealth and success are 80 percent mindset and 20 percent mechanics. Through attending events, business networking and elite social gatherings, they empower people to forge lasting bonds and friendships, enrich others’ lives, share business ideas and support philanthropic causes.

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Raised in a loving family, the continuing love story began when Betty Ann was 13 years old and Bob was 15 years old. “When we met, we couldn’t stop staring at each other but it would be another year before I saw Bob again. It was through my brother’s wedding as a bridesmaid when I was able to connect with him again as an usher in his wedding. We dated for two years, got married and started a family right away,” she said. Still, Betty Ann advises women to “love themselves first. My mother was very instrumental to how I learned to look at life. Mom loved us to a fault that she didn’t think about herself when we were growing up. This taught me through observation and living my own life that to truly love someone you first must love yourself.” She understands that women question how to love themselves when they want to take care of other people as well. “This is not being selfish but realizing that I am just as worthy to receive love for myself.” Reading and following masters such as Neville Goddard, Ester Hicks (Abraham-Hicks), Rhonda Byrne, Napoleon Hill, Og Mandino, Maya Angelo and many more; Betty Ann expanded in all areas of her life. Her philosophy is both simple and profound. “I love my life. If you love what you are then you are going to love your life.” Betty Ann has been encouraged by many authors to put her experiences down on paper, so she is currently writing a book where she is incorporating acronyms that she has created. She develops acronyms of words that actually explains the meaning of the word and has relevance to her life experiences. Her book will also be around her lessons of life to help others become their genuine self in order to experience the amazing relationships that surround them. Her goal is to inspire others as she lives the life she loves so they can do the same. Golden Greetings, Inc. SendOutCards mygoldengreetings.com facebook.com/Golden-Greetings-Inc thankyoucardapp.com/download#!23 relationshipmarketingweekly.com/livestories#!23 appreciationpal.com/#!23

GOLDEN NUGGETS If you’re constantly looking in the rearview mirror, you’re going to crash into something because you’ll run off the road. Instead, be present in the car and look out the windshield into the future. If you’re not focused there, you will run into problems.

THE SLIGHT EDGE

We absolutely live our life by the slight edge. To go from ordinary to extraordinary, all you have to do is add a little extra. Taking that small extra step or right action and being consistent with it over a period of time makes all the difference. You can’t just do it today and forget about it tomorrow. You’ve got to be persistent and commit to a daily process.

FLY LIKE AN EAGLE

An eagle cannot fly unless it meets the resistance of the air for lift. An airplane cannot take off unless it’s going down the runway and it meets the resistance of the air coming at it. That’s what creates lift. When we experience resistance in our life, we get an opportunity to lift to higher levels. Most of us try to avoid resistance as much as we can, missing out on precisely what could propel us forward. Embrace resistance and allow it to serve you.

GOLDEN LIGHT

We’re all born with God’s golden light, which is our spirit or soul. This golden light illuminates the path of who we are and leads us to the genius within. Over the years, your golden light can get buried under hurt and negativity. The best way to uncover your golden light is to constantly give gratitude, appreciation, and love. This will gradually start chipping away at the piles of minutiae that have dimmed your inner light.

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BLENDING THE OLD WITH THE NEW ONE WORLD HEALING GOING GLOBAL BY JODI FRIEDMAN

ince I was featured on the cover of the summer issue of Las Vegas Woman magazine, the emphasis this fall has been on bringing about deep healing to the entire global community. As mankind comes to realize that it holds within itself a great power to bring things back into balance, people everywhere have begun working TOGETHER for a higher purpose. People woke up to so many natural disasters all over the planet; unearthing people’s deep emotions of helplessness. During this time of emotional and physical turmoil, various locations experienced a deep loss of lives through natural forces. On the heels of the hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires and the Route 91 Harvest Festival; tragedy shook up the world. It brought people closer together more than ever before. Thousands of people in Las Vegas, as well as around the globe, united into one singular front; sorting out the beginning needs to help each other. Personally being part of the Las Vegas community effort inspired One World Healing, a group being designed to collaborate as a global community helping humanity heal spiritually and emotionally. As a speaker and spiritual teacher in Intentional Healings, I have created a new platform to bridge the gap of the spiritually

awakening worldwide community. Due to this One October tragic event, the community that had been labeled Sin City is proving itself to become fiercely #VegasStrong! Southern Nevadans are recognizing their compassionate roots of connection by supporting each other. Life’s senseless tragedies show the world that it always has the resources it needs to thrive, and people are finding that it’s better to assist one another rather than needlessly rage and fight. There has become a greater opportunity to change from the inside out now; unifying and feeling that the world truly is connected and that nobody needs to stand alone. Myself, Theresa Lange and Josh Carpenter along with other Las Vegas leaders, recently formed the new transformational group, One World Healing. This is our sincere effort to bring communities closer together while addressing the continuing needs of a community that is grieving. Keeping the bonds strong over time to assist those in true need is the mission and purpose. Events are being planned, leaders are stepping up and this community is taking shape. People from around the world are joining in to support humanity on many levels.

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Jodi Friedman is a Reiki Master teacher in Las Vegas who created Intentional Meditations in several Las Vegas locations. This is designed to help people create peace in natural settings such as Salt Room LV, Jacob’s Garden and Go Vegan Cafe as well as other healing and wellness centers. Jodi facilitates Reiki certification classes and teaches financial success and loving relationship workshops. She does private healing sessions utilizing Reiki, meditation, breath work, NLP and hypnosis with coaching to find the root problem and release it at its source. For more information, contact Jodi at jodisfriedman.com and email at intentionalhealings@gmail.com. Like Jodi on Facebook at facebook.com/reikibyjodi.

#VegasStrong THE PEOPLE OF LAS VEGAS UNITE WITH HEROISM, GRACE AND FORTITUDE BY DEBBIE HALL; PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE CITY OF LAS VEGAS

he deadly tragedy of One October and the community of Las Vegas coming together will remain as a part of history. While the shootings and its aftermath will continue to affect those involved for decades, the world witnessed the strength of the community of Las Vegas. Known as Sin City as well as for its hospitality as a premier destination, the people of Southern Nevada demonstrated that they can rise to any crisis. The amazing display of humanity was witnessed as the women and men who call Las Vegas home served the wounded, honored the deceased and comforted the families and friends. Millions of dollars was raised, galloons of blood were donated and the outpouring of hope and healing continues. Thousands of people attended the opening of the Las Vegas Healing Garden and Remembrance Wall during First Friday in October. The crowds have grown at other events, which celebrates the spirit of Las Vegas. There has been recordbreaking attendance at various conventions. People have realized that the community of Las Vegas comes together and will continue to host visitors from around the world.

Las Vegas Woman magazine celebrates the spirit of Southern Nevada and those who truly make it #VegasStrong. Literally thousands of people contributed during this trying time. Each was involved in different ways and still continues to reach out. While the news cycle might report on other events, all of us will continue to stand #VegasStrong. Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman A voice of reason While Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman represents the city with dignity, grace and humor in the spotlight, the glare became intense right after One October. She turned the unforgiving light into a shining star that is Las Vegas. This included speaking with the national and international media, greeting President Trump and Vice President Pence and attending memorials for victims. Las Vegas Healing Garden and Remembrance Wall was put together in four days and Mayor Goodman was there to speak and cut the ribbon during an emotional First Friday. She gives enormous credit to “heroes on site demonstrating their selflessness and taking W o m a n m a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 6 2 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

Balloons with a Twist donated balloon sculpture Photo courtesy of Balloons with a Twist

enormous risks to their own safety, including those who lost their lives. Our faith-initiative groups and religious leaders got out there immediately, going to the hospitals and going to the site to give comfort and help.” Immediately after receiving notice about the events unfolding during the Route 91 Harvest festival, she called Sheriff Joe Lombardo and they decided that she should go to University Medical Center trauma unit. Mayor Goodman was able to reach out to the wounded as well as the family and friends of survivors and victims who died. “What I realized is that each human being, if we looked at them starting with kindergarten on, had thousands of people with whom they connected. Those lives are forever changed.” She knew what her role should be during this event. As Mayor Goodman explained, all mayors, especially since 9-11, participate in the Federal Emergency Management Agency program for one week. Mayor Goodman attended when she was first elected and everyone continues to train. Participants include law enforcement, Red Cross, social services support systems, faith initiatives, hotel security and hospital staff members as well. Every imaginable emergency situation is discussed and then everyone practices what to do if it becomes reality. As mayor, she learned to operate in crisis situations and disasters including natural or man-made. “We continually practice in Southern Nevada so when this happened, I knew what to do,” she stated. “Safety is No. 1, everyone involved is well trained and it worked. This is the safest city in the country, if not the world. Fear will not control us.” As Mayor Goodman explained, the Route

91 Harvest festival represented a healthy America celebrating its best through country music. Las Vegas is one of the most diverse communities in the nation including socio-economics, cultural, nationalities, generations, religions, race and languages. “We enjoy our diversity here and to see everyone pulling together was miraculous and so inspiring. We have a unique group of people here, we are so proud of the totality of the group and we take great pride in our harmony.” The Las Vegas Healing Garden and Remembrance Wall It started with a vision on a napkin. With an estimated 400 volunteers, along with hundreds who donated material and expertise, the Las Vegas Healing Garden and Remembrance Wall was revealed during First Friday on Oct. 6.

City Attorney Brad Jerbic holds up a photo of Cameron Robinson, one of the One October victims.

During the opening ceremony and ribbon cutting, City Attorney Brad Jerbic gave an emotional speech. Cameron Robinson, a records specialist in Jerbic’s office, was among the 58 victims and Robinson’s partner was wounded. Choirs sang and Mayor Goodman told the crowd that there are 58 new stars in the sky. The park will feature a pathway, seating area and memorial wall as well as 58 trees planted to remember the victims who died during the Route 91 Harvest festival. The remembrance wall includes messages, photos and memories. At the garden’s center is the Tree of Life, an oak donated by Siegfried and Roy. The garden and wall continues to draw crowds, located at Casino Center Boulevard and Coolidge Avenue in downtown Las Vegas.

Mayor Carolyn Goodman looks at Remembrance Wall

Resources For Seeking Help Renewing Life Center offers free counseling to those involved with the shooting. 702.434.7290 renewinglife.net Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital offers counseling for assessment for first responders and survivors of the shooting. desertparkway.com The Vegas Strong Resiliency Center provides transitional support for the victims and family members of victims. The Resiliency Center is a collaborative effort between Clark county, federal, state and local agencies. 702.455.2433 redrock.clarkcountynv.gov/resiliency Ribbon cutting

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WHO DO YOU WANT TO BE IN 2018? BY TONYA TWITCHELL

s you think back on the past 12 months, what are you most proud of when you think of accomplishments and moments? What are the wins and discoveries that you can celebrate and acknowledge about yourself and in your life? How and when did you show up as the person and leader you most want to be remembered being? Where and when did you stumble or misstep?

Why are these words important to you? How are you already living these words in your life? As you think about areas for improvement in 2018, what is one specific skill, practice or habit that, if you learned or developed it (or perhaps, just did it more consistently), could make a significant impact on the results that you create? How does this skill, practice or habit align with who you want to be as a leader?

As a champion of people and possibilities, I spend a lot of time thinking about and talking about the intersection of leadership and legacy in and across lives. For me, I believe that each of us is a leader and that each moment is a new chance for us to move closer to—or farther away—from the legacy we say we want to create in our lives.

In terms of your legacy, what did you create in 2017? Was the legacy you created a legacy of design or a legacy of default? What, specifically, do you want your legacy to look like at the end of 2018? What will you need to do or prioritize differently in order to create this result?

In my life, I have learned that our legacy exists, lives and breathes in the moments and interactions of our lives. This year, be intentional and specific about the legacy you are creating. Allow you to be and become the highest and best version of yourself. Know that you will have failures, missteps and stumbles. These are part of our journey and the moments that follow can instantly become our best opportunities. Be gracious and forgiving toward yourself. Remember to champion and celebrate yourself and others along the way. I toast to your leadership and legacy!

Finally, what are the stories or failures you need to rewrite or retire? What expectations or missteps are you holding onto that, if released, could free up important energy and potential to create an entirely different result? Who are the people you most need to forgive or champion differently? What would it look like for you to

Tonya Twitchell is a champion of people and possibilities. In her work with individuals, teams, and corporations, Tonya provides training, coaching, and public speaking around the intersection and importance of leadership and legacy in and across our lives. For more information, visit tonyatwitchell. com or linkedin.com/in/tonyatwitchell.

As you look ahead to the coming year, I invite you to consider the following questions: What are the words you most want people to use when describing who you are as a leader?

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LEAD WITH LOVE, A TRIBUTE TO LAS VEGAS

Written by Vivian Wright, Director of Development, New Vista Photography by Ben Robertson

ne week after the Las Vegas mass shooting, members of Southern Nevada’s Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled community joined together to pay tribute to the lives that were lost and those affected by the tragedy. The event, which was organized by New Vista and Gracie’s House, local Las Vegas nonprofit organizations serving the IDD community, hosted a gathering of over 100 individuals living with IDD, their families and advocates, who participated in a community art project, “Lead With Love, A Tribute To Las Vegas.” Las Vegas Fire and Rescue’s Special Operations Chief and Co-Founder of Gracie’s House, Craig Cooper, originated the project concept. Among the first responders on the scene of the Route 91 shooting, Cooper, a father of a daughter with Down Syndrome, realized the need to create a space for support and healing for the IDD community. “The events that transpired on the evening of Oct. 1 are difficult for anyone to understand. It is challenging to process this unspeakable tragedy. Our goal was to provide a safe space where we could grieve together, and begin the healing process in an inclusive environment, “ explained Cooper.

Las Vegas artists Robin Barcus-Slonina, Niya Muhammad and Coral Smith-Newberry led the group art project. The participants designed and painted 150 canvasses, each depicting a heart. The canvasses will be arranged in a grid on a wood panel, uniting the individual hearts as part of a community mural.

experience life to the fullest and critical to our mission is providing a sense of community and emotional support for our members,” said Archie McArthur, New Vista’s executive director. “We struggle with trying to make sense of what occurred, trying to logically explain the indescribably, the indefensible. Joining together to create a lasting tribute to the individuals and families impacted by this tragedy, gave us a chance to wrap our arms around our neighbors and friends, and be there for each other.” Art project participant Alfredo Ramirez added, “The violence that happened was a very sad day for Las Vegas, and this is a nice way to show them that we care.”

“Our collective hearts are broken over this senseless tragedy, “ shared artist Niya Muhammad, “So this is really healing for everybody, literally joining pieces of our hearts.” The mural was presented to the city of Las Vegas during a ceremony with Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman on Oct. 17. “New Vista’s mission is to empower members of the IDD community so they may W o m a n m a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 6 7 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

In the devastating aftermath of the horror and heartbreak of the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, the IDD community of Las Vegas joined in loving reflection, with a solemn message to share with others. “Our hearts ache, we love our city,” explained Juanita Bell, New Vista program coordinator. “We are grateful for the love, unity and comfort of this beautiful community. We must believe that love and light will overshadow the hate and darkness that took over our city a week ago. It’s up to us to lead with love.”

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hese People To Watch are creating innovation in their professions while following their dreams. With a unique perspective, creativity and a drive to succeed, they are an inspiration. Some followed a career path while others made a conscious switch to a totally different industry that resonated. Southern Nevada is brighter because of their professional and personal contributions to our community.

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PEOPLE TO WATCH 2018

Lisa Chastain

Millennial Consulting, LLC

rowing up in Las Vegas surrounded by entertainment, glitz and glamour, Lisa Chastain embraced Southern Nevada. She greatly appreciates the culture and community beyond the Strip, and devotes her life to making an impact in the community by mentoring millennial women to secure wealth for self-sufficiency. Women earning a great salary (with bonuses and commissions) might be able to manage their money, but they also know that they can create wealth. Lisa works with clients to pay down debt, create savings and invest for financial growth while transforming their lives. Her family moved to Southern Nevada in the 1960s where her father worked on the Strip as a stagehand. Along with her siblings, Lisa graduated from University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2003 and worked as the Director of Advising for the Honors College at UNLV.

licenses. After three years filled with ups and downs of getting her business off the ground, Lisa struggled to find her way in the financial industry. She knew she had the capacity to help people with their money, and loved doing it, but after having her own challenges (and even taking money out of her retirement account to float her business and life), she decided that she had to make a huge change. She hired a business coach and took a substantial risk to launch her own business. Her passion and commitment to create change paid off. Lisa was able make over six figures in 10 months by helping women create transformational results. She inspires young women with her honesty and vulnerability, as well story of success and empowerment. Her areas of expertise include personal finance and money mindset coaching, career development, leadership and business development.

While Lisa loved what she was doing, she always strived to achieve more and decided to change careers. Lisa still wanted to help people, but in a different capacity.

“After working on my own relationship with money, it was really important to me to teach and share my knowledge with other women,” she said. “I was working with millionaires, but I wasn’t really satisfied. I wanted to make a difference for younger women,” Lisa explained.

In 2013, she began her journey as a financial advisor for a private firm while obtaining her

Lisa has also written her first book, “Girl, Get Your $hit Together: Control Your Money, Live

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Purposefully, Love Your Life #adulting Your Way” due to be released on Amazon on Dec. 7. The book shares easy and nontraditional tips and secrets about how to shift from fear of not having enough money to feeling confident and capable about making important financial and life decisions. She is also proud to be teaching financial literacy at the Hero School in Las Vegas and serves on the board for NAWBO of Southern Nevada. Lisa is Nevada Ambassador for Women’s Entrepreneur Day celebrated on Nov. 19 globally and will be hosting a local event on Nov. 17. Lisa continues to live her goal of empowering women with knowledge and guidance for managing money. She inspires other women to transform themselves, to get past the fear and understand that anyone can learn and then apply for wealth and financial stability. Lisa Chastain Millennial Consulting, LLC 702.305.1905 LisaChastain.com Lisa@lisachastain.com Facebook.com/moneycoachc Instagram @lisachastain4 Twitter @moneycoachc

PEOPLE TO WATCH 2018

James Lutz

hen the economic crash happened in 2008, James Lutz, saw it as an opportunity to move to Las Vegas and begin a new phase in his career. Working as a regional vice president in the mortgage industry in Utah, James wanted to educate, inform and help his clients in a different way. He is passionate about the field of finance and knows it is important for the well being of people to be financial fit. “I have been in finance for 21 years helping people. This included helping people increasing their credit scores, loans for land development for businesses and other services to achieve financial stability,” James explained. “What I love doing is educating my clients. Knowledge is key in order to make the best decisions possible for their financial planning.” James started with New York Life in 2017. As an agent for New York and Registered Representative for NYLIFE Securities LLC, James works with clients with services including retirement planning and asset protection strategies using annuities, life insurance, long-term care insurance and employee benefits for small businesses. As for his own education, James attended Brigham Young University on a track scholarship

Agent, New York Life but left before finishing his degree. Along with a career move in 2008, he also decided to finish his undergraduate degree. James graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of Nevada, Las Vegas with degrees in finance and French. He continued his education and obtained an M.B.A. with a focus on finance from UNLV in 2016. With his knowledge, expertise and experience, James taught as an adjunct professor at UNLV. James believes in continuing education and keeps up with the latest trends and changes in the financial services industry by taking advantage of courses offered by New York Life to stay up to date. His valuable advice for women, especially millennial women, is to begin the financial process of planning as soon as possible because their lifespan is greater than men and they may also leave the workforce for several years if they decide they want to have children. While retirement might seem to be in the distant future, there are also unexpected events in life to consider. Planning beginning today can create a better tomorrow. “For example, if one considers the compound interest in a qualified retirement plan such as a 401(k) plan and begins making contributions to the plan in their 20s, it can potentially generate much more than beginning in their 30s or 40s,” W o m a n M a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 7 1 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

he stated. “I urge everyone to begin savings. It can be $5 or $10 per month while first paying off loans and credit card debt. Anything that can be contributed can be of benefit.” He is involved with a number of charities including United Way, Help of Southern Nevada, YMCA, Three Square, Ronald McDonald House and Sunrise Children’s Foundation. “I love my community and my passion is to help people gain a stronger foothold on their financial future. This is what I love doing. I am thrilled when my clients understand and can see the path to their financial future. I am here to help and guide them along the way. I am their partner who will always be here for them.” James Lutz Agent, New York Life Registered Representative for NYLIFE Securities LLC Member FINRA/SIPC, a Licensed Insurance Agency Las Vegas General Office 6325 S. Rainbow Blvd. Suite 400 Las Vegas, NV 89118 702.796.2000 | Office 702.466.3689 | Cell newyorklife.com

PEOPLE TO WATCH 2018

Theresa Lange Soul Fire Healing

heresa Lange has a passion and heart for the healing arts with many professional clients reaching greater heights in their careers. Overcoming great odds and many circumstances against her at a very young age, she was able to achieve remarkable success with little support. Theresa found and then developed the hero inside herself making her the compassionate warrior she is today. A self-made woman, Theresa keeps reinventing herself as her life changes. She understands the power that everyone has inside and how to help them use that personal power. Theresa works with people to excel in anything as they set their intentions. “I meet people where they are at within themselves and I uncover the root of what stands in their way. The tools I teach bring extraordinary lasting results to my clients immediately,” she explained. When her clients have completed sessions with her, they have the knowledge and tools to utilize. Theresa is especially proud to have worked with Las Vegas Woman magazine summer 2017 cover Jodi Friedman. When Jodi came to Theresa for career enhancement and direction, Theresa could guide her to her best course of action. Jodi has been a mover and shaker for over 30 years

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but she wanted to achieve even greater presence and direction to embark in her healing practice that is going global. The tools Jodi was given through hypnosis led to even bigger success. In fact, Theresa is co-hosting the internet television show, “Intentional Healings” with Jodi on WCOBM. Both enjoy discussing topics in the healing arts community as well as exploring ways to help others. As co-founder and thought leader for the charity organization, One World Healing, she is offering a global outreach to other healing centers to come together and heal their communities after tragedies. Healing services are offered to people in need, free of charge. Theresa is currently working at several locations throughout the Las Vegas Valley. She is grateful to owner Arevik M-yan of Salt Room LV, where Theresa performs Halo-hypnosis for financial success and balance, while patrons enjoy the anti-gravity chairs while breathing pharmaceuticalgrade salt air inside a pink Himalayan salt cave. Theresa teaches a Loving Relationship Workshop utilizing her hypnosis techniques at Jacob’s Garden in Southern Highlands. Theresa is ready to work with others on what possibilities are there and supports dreams coming true. She works with past life regression, smoking

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cessation, weight management, emotional healing and group hypnosis, to name a few of her services. Theresa Lange tmlange1216@gmail.com 702.812.0178 Consultation is free To book a reservation at Salt Room LV located at 1958 Village Center Circle, call: 702.228.7258 Theresa has partnered with Elizabeth Bahoora at Innovative Healing located at 7045 W. Ann Road for guided meditations and Reiki. To book an appointment, call: 702.463.4400 or 702.812.0178 Theresa has partnered with Linda Shore at Clinical Consulting Hypnotherapy located at 4045 Spencer Street. To book an appointment, call: 702.812.0178 Licenses include: Clinical Consulting Hypnotherapist Massage Therapist 4289 Reiki Master Seraphim Blueprint Practitioner Theta Practitioner Guided Meditation Facilitator

PEOPLE TO WATCH 2018

Jennifer Florendo

hen Jennifer Florendo planned on how to address home health care issues for her family in 2007, she never planned on making it her career. But life is fluid with changes and Jennifer is now the owner/operator of Hallmark Homecare franchise. The home health service agency searches for and recruits professional, independent caregivers and then places them on a direct-hire basis, which can save clients money. What started her thinking about changing careers happened two years ago when Jennifer was helping her mother-in-law purchase a condo in Las Vegas. “It really opened my eyes what seniors have to go through later in life, especially if they don’t have family nearby. This was a new time in her life and I didn’t know where to go if she had additional needs.” When Jennifer was diagnosed with Type I diabetes 10 years ago, she realized that she needed to plan her future differently. Jennifer knew that in time her parents and mother-inlaw would get older and might need home health care. While she didn’t have any children at the time, she wanted to prepare and now is happily the mother of a daughter.

Hallmark Homecare “I love to be creative and share compassion with people. Being in home care allows me to use all of my skills as well as care for people,” Jennifer explained. “There are so many people I would not have met had I not gone down this path. I feel so good that I can impact so many people’s lives in a good and uplifting way.” Jennifer works closely with many assisted living and independent care living facilities as well as private families. She helps clients interview, select and hire independent caregivers. There are many benefits including the client can choose their health care professional, there is continuity since the caregiver works for the family and it stretches care dollars farther, often saving clients up to 50 percent on care costs. She can help provide caregivers nationally since Hallmark Homecare is nationwide. “Today most people are living away from their families but we can still help them wherever they are,” she said. “When someone needs home health care, it is not planned but a need that comes up almost immediately,” Jennifer explained. “But it is not always seniors. Many younger people W o m a n M a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 7 3 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

need help due to accidents or illness. Children with disabilities will sometimes require help of a homecare worker. We can provide that as well.” Las Vegas is her home and Jennifer gives back to the community. She volunteers with Home Health and Hospice. While it does not affect her personally, Jennifer is very passionate about her volunteer work with Friends of Parkinson’s organization. According to Jennifer, Parkinson’s affects about 30,000 people in Las Vegas and she wants to reach more people. If the name seems familiar, Jennifer worked at Las Vegas Woman magazine at the Editor-inChief and still writes for the magazine. But her passion is home health care and providing the best service possible. Jennifer Florendo Hallmark Homecare 702.910.3326 Jflorendo@hallmarkhomecare.com hallmarkhomecare.com/lasvegas Facebook.com/hallmarkhomecarelv Twitter: HHC_LV

New Vista is a non-profit organization that specializes in helping adults and youth with intellectual challenges. We provide an array of programs to individuals and their loved ones that create equal opportunities and support so that they may experience life to the fullest. The objective of all our programs is to build self-sufficiency by teaching life-skills that promote independence, confidence and self-advocacy. New Vista focuses on providing individuals with the choice of how they will experience their life.

Learn how you can help at www.NewVistaNV.org

G N I T E K R A M IDEO

FOR YOUR BUSINESS By McKenzie Chambers

ver the last few years, digital platforms as well as the marketing process has changed tremendously. Social media combined with the capabilities that smart phones can engage in is changing businesses of all kinds. Many marketing gurus inform that an immense part of being successful is reaching a specific targeted audience and in a way that keeps them interested and engaged. One easy way to do so is with video marketing. Whether it be social media, live videos, YouTube videos, ads, television commercials, testimonials, website content or product videos, video content is one of the most efficient and effective ways to reach preferred clientele. For most people, time is very limited. Everyone has jobs, families, pets, cleaning and special occasions. Many people do not have time to sit down or read when looking for something specific. Videos are fast and one can get a point across within minutes or even seconds. Almost 60 percent of all videos published in the last year are less than two minutes long. Video marketing is a quick and efficient way to get a company’s story across. Another important aspect of any type of marketing is relating to clients. When someone looks at a video, they automatically

try to justify its content to something they can relate to and something they can trust. Videos are not only more memorable, but they are much more entertaining as well. When one sees a written testimonial, it doesn’t necessarily have the same effect as when it is seen visually. Video testimonials are more believable and trustworthy than that of the written word. It’s more intimate and communicates a much more emotional, meaningful message. Video marketing provides a relatable response for those who are watching and processing the content. When looking at the statistical aspects of video marketing, it is a necessary commodity in today’s business world. Here are some stats: • 43 percent of people want to see more video content from marketers. • The presence of video alone affects the most important SEO ranking factor. • Almost 50 percent of internet users look for videos that relate to a service or product before visiting an office or store. • People spend more time on pages with video content. W o m a n m a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 7 5 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

• 55 percent of people watch videos online everyday. • Marketers who use video grow revenue 49 percent faster than nonvideo users. Technology is changing how businesses communicate with their customers. Video marketing without a doubt is a part of this. Although not every video type may be suitable for a company, it is still an important and key tool in pushing a brand to the top. Video itself creates a stronger customer engagement, which is something all companies strive for. People are interacting with videos today more than ever before. It is a necessity to amp up video marketing content to connect with customers. So, to reach marketing goals and continue to accentuate a brand, give it maximum exposure with video content. McKenzie Chambers is part owner, production assistant and social media maven for DK Productions, a full-service production company and awardwinning producers of television shows, music videos, films and commercials.

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Brenda Catalan, aesthetician at New Image Advanced Laser Skin Center, has worked in the skin industry for over 10 years. She graduated from G Skin & Beauty Institute as an aesthetician specializing in medical aesthetics. Catalan provides expertise in laser resurfacing, Picoway Tattoo removal, vaginal rejuvenation and hair removal. She is also a trainer for new aestheticians hired at New Image. Catalan is always learning the latest laser treatment techniques and skin care regimens combined with her technical experience and comfortable touch.

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A public relations professional with over 15 years of experience, Gina Yager has launched a PR, marketing and special events company, Gina Yager Creative. Yager specializes in strategic public relations and marketing planning and implementation, media relations, copy writing, brand asset creation, promotional partnerships, community relations, grass roots marketing efforts, special event planning and execution. Yager has been recognized with multiple awards for PR efforts in entertainment and image management from industry organizations including the Public Relations Society of America and The Communicator Awards.

is a dual diagnosis and primary mental health treatment center serving teens ages 13 to 17.

Kim Kirner, teacher, provides one-to-one academic advising, tutoring and is the liaison between the client, family and home schoolteachers. She previously worked for the Clark County School District.

Keriann Parkes leads the psychodrama program. With a background in musical theater and early childhood development, she guides the clients to tap into creative areas and teaches using theatrical skills.

Family therapist Souneh Arevalo works with the families of clients to assess needs and support them in developing healthy relationships and communication to be successful after treatment ends.

Facility manager Shelia Mercer oversees the facility, schedules and coordinates events and helps design materials and presentations. She also manages everything structural relating to the facility.

Recent transplant Nicole Lewis, LPN, communicates with the clients daily about medications as well as monitors clients for harmful behaviors. She works with the therapy staff as well.

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Jennece Black is the owner of BlackQueen Productions p r o d u c i n g community talent shows, underground music showcases, fashion shows and pageants. She also serves as the director for the Nevada American Elegance Pageant, which recently held its inaugural pageant sending two contestants to national competition. She has directed Disney musicals for a school program for three years, was a finalist for the Heart of Education awards and a recipient of a 2017 RAVE reviews. She choreographed “Can A Woman Raise A Man” stage play. Black also teaches first grade in the Clark County School District. Long-time resident Sasha DeCania, program director, manages the clinical services for clients and families, creates programming and directs treatment. Individual and recovery therapist Tayla Hadley works with adolescent clients to develop insight, move into wellness and recovery and make positive changes. Native Las Vegan Sharlene Long, lead counselor, provides emotional support, leads life skills and independent skills groups and collaborates with other staff including educators.

Nevada Donor Network announced the promotion of Lashunda Marshall as volunteer coordinator. In her new position, Marshall will support the development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of the volunteer program. Her role encompasses NDNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recruitment, training, retention, event coordination and community service support. Before being promoted, Marshall was the human resource generalist for the NDN team. Prior to that, Marshall was an administration assistant for NDN, where she served as the primary point of contact and liaison between management, staff and vendors. Gentile Cristalli Miller Armeni Savarese announced the addition of Senior Counsel Janiece Marshall practicing business litigation, civil rights litigation, criminal law, personal injury and real estate law. Marshall is recognized as a former judge and experienced litigator with a long-standing commitment to improving the legal system and the community. Elizabeth Trosper, principal of Trosper Communications, has been named to the city of Henderson Community Education Advisory Board. The board brings together parents, educators, community and business leaders to help positively impact local school achievement. Trosper wants to serve on the board to further the advancement of education in Henderson where she operates her business and is a resident. Hutchison & Steffen announced that 10 of its attorneys were named to the 2017 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. The attorneys were selected using a rigorous, multiphase rating process in which peer nominations and evaluations were combined with third-party research. Patricia Lee has been recognized for her legal abilities in general litigation.

With 10 plus years of experience in aesthetics, Cindy Hernandez, aesthetician, is part of the New Image Advanced Laser Skin Center. She specializes in cosmetic laser technology, advanced laser techniques and treatments including Femtouch vaginal rejuvenation, Picoway tattoo removal, skin tightening, sun and age spot reduction, Laser Genesis, hair removal, body contouring, facial rejuvenation, exfoliating, oxygen and photo facials. Her bilingual skills provide education and communication for Spanish-speaking clients.

Grand Canyon Development Partners, a Las Vegasbased construction and real estate development and construction management company, has promoted Leigh Ann Monk to assistant project manager. Monk will be responsible for analyzing and resolving field construction problems, updating field work procedure documents as required, maintaining an accurate budget and activity reports, providing technical direction and supervision to contracting personnel and assisting with contract negotiation.

one7 communications, a Las Vegas based integrated marketing firm, has appointed Blaire Ritter as account director. Ritter has been with one7 communications since 2015 and previously served as account executive. She will oversee several client accounts and the one7 internship program, as well as provides strategic guidance for the account teams, implements PR and marketing plans and strategies, and manages team workflow.

Silverton Hotel and Casino has announced the addition of Myeong Potter as human resources manager. Her duties include employee relations and ensuring it is under compliance with federal, state and local labor laws and regulations. Previously, Potter served as human resources manager at Hooters Casino and Hooters. She is a certified professional in human resources and obtained her degree in hotel management from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

AdYoYo is a Las Vegas tech startup company providing an online platform to buy and sell products with video. Nithisha Parvathaneni is the marketing coordinator and manages B2B and B2C local and direct online marketing efforts across United States. Cecilia Ventura is the brand ambassador and her duties include building the brand and recognition of the platform. She obtained a degree in marketing from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Michele Leon is the art director and is instrumental in the design of the app as well as the branding including logo and colors. She is a native of Las Vegas.

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Local Ladies Nathan Adelson Hospice announced that Diane Fearon has joined as vice president for philanthropy and strategic partnerships. Fearon will direct external marketing efforts, referral development, and census-building activities as well as design a comprehensive fundraising strategy. She will provide strategic guidance to the hospice and the business development teams, and cultivate relationships with key community leaders to promote the hospice and its services.

The Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce announced the promotion of Greta Seidman to vice president of marketing and brand strategy. Seidman’s responsibilities will include overseeing overall marketing and branding, as well as bolstering the Chamber’s brand through a variety of digital and social platforms. In addition, she will be responsible for developing more targeted and segmented marketing strategies, craft research-oriented projects to determine member needs and cultivate better use of analytics to optimize content strategy for engagement, sales and retention efforts. The Henderson Chamber of Commerce has promoted Lisa Chao to the position of vice president of membership. Chao will assume a greater responsibility in executing sales strategies and planning and directing all facets of the chamber’s sales efforts. She will remain involved in overall membership services and retention efforts as well as assisting with management initiatives. A Las Vegas native, Chao graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and is a 2008 Leadership Henderson graduate.

Angie Torres is a relationship architect, program developer and entrepreneur of Life Changing Solutions, LLC. Experiential education is the heart of its agency offering high-level facilitation and coaching to transform individuals, companies, families and communities. Torres has master’s degree in mental health counseling and is certified as a personal development trainer. She also hosts the television show, “Life Changing Solutions” on WCOBM.

Children’s Dentistry of Southern Nevada announced the promotion of Genesis Galdamez to the position of Las Vegas regional manager. She will be responsible for managing both clinical and non-clinical functions of the dental program and providing administrative oversight of dental services for the offices in Southern Nevada. She also will work closely with the owner of Children’s Dentistry, Dr. Steven Delisle, and the practice’s COO to ensure goals are being met and the dental practice is running smoothly.

Cheryl Congdon recently joined Kre8 Media Outdoor Advertising as manager of national brand alliances. Congdon will plan strategic partnerships and broaden Kre8’s reach by establishing relationships with users and organizations on a national level. Congdon brings 22 years of industry knowledge to Kre8, with a range of sales experience acquired in both in-house corporate and media organizations.

Patriot Risk Consultants is an independent risk consulting organization dedicated to creating a safe work environment. Rosie Partida is now a regional executive that oversees loss control operations for the west region and manages a large network of vendors. Partida recently relocated from California to Las Vegas to expand PRC services.

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Christina Vitagliano is the founder of Monster Mini Golf, cutting-edge indoor glow-in-the-dark monster-themed entertainment centers. Following the success of her first Las Vegas location, KISS by Monster Mini Golf at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Vitagliano is gearing up for the opening of her second location, The Twilight Zone by Monster Mini Golf, at Bally’s Las Vegas. Nancy Ramirez Ayala is a new franchise owner with Blo Blow Dry Bar, North America’s original and largest blow dry bar franchise. After 20 years as an intellectual property attorney, the self-described “girls’ girl” decided to blaze a new trail with a new career. Ayala also serves on the board of directors of the Las Vegas Wedding Chamber of Commerce. Cecile Herve has been hired as the general manager of Hawthorn Grill in JW Marriott. She oversees all aspects of the restaurant from server to cook to management to ensure guests have the best experience. Herve comes directly from Aureole Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino where she served as assistant general manager. She trained at the Le Castel School for Hospitality & Culinary Management in Dijon, France and started her career in Paris at the Lenôtre Pavillion Elysée.

The Ferraro Group, a public relations and public affairs firm with offices in Las Vegas, Reno, Carson City and Phoenix, has hired Kelsey Gunther as an assistant account executive. Gunther’s responsibilities include assisting with public relations, media communications, social media content creation and management and special events. Gunther obtained her bachelor’s degree in journalism with a focus on integrated marketing communications from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She was a member of the Dean’s List at UNLV from 2014 until her final semester.

Melissa Arias is the executive director of Epicurean Charitable Foundation. Arias oversees all fundraising, scholarship activities and day-to-day operations for the organization while working collaboratively with the executive committee, board of directors and the students. She demonstrates her passion about providing a platform for deserving young students to achieve their dreams through hard work and determination. Ingrid Reisman, vice president and chief marketing officer, Las Vegas Monorail Company, was named an Outstanding Woman in Travel and Transportation during the 2017 Women in Travel and Tourism International Awards. The awards are the first of its kind in which women honor their peers for outstanding contributions to the travel and tourism industry. The awards were presented during the recent annual U.S. international travel and tourism tradeshow held in Washington, D.C. Tyra Bell-Holland, president of Ava Rose Agency, is a founding board member of Last Friday, Just Add Water Street, Henderson’s newest communitycentric initiative to inspire an ongoing community wide effort between all sectors of Henderson including private and public with the historic Water Street District in the City of Henderson. Her focus is to cultivate, create and inspire a community driven, family-friendly event.

Leticia Mitchell recently opened Leticia’s at Tivoli Village, which will focus on authentic presentations, cultivating a true cultural and community driven experience. Incorporating the real flavors of the old Mexico, Leticia’s will transport guests on an epicurean tour of Mexico’s most popular regions including Mexico City, Puebla, Guadalajara and the Mayan Peninsula. Chef Leticia has called Southern Nevada home for over 50 years and has worked in the food industry for over 30 years. The Clark County Medical Society announced that Alexandra P. Silver has been named executive director. She brings over 20 years experience in operations, program management and event planning in the nonprofit and private sectors and nonprofit leadership experience. Silver received her undergraduate education from the Kent State University. Previously, she worked as the director of development at Planned Parenthood.

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Trosper Communications, LLC, announced Kellie Stewart has been hired as a new assistant account executive and Ashleigh Stevens as the firm’s new social media manager. Stewart will assist in the public relations efforts for the agency’s public safety and business-to-business sectors. She has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and media studies from University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Stevens will serve as the lead for all social media strategy and content creation for the firm’s clients. Stevens was previously the marketing coordinator for the Silverton Casino where she managed social media accounts and handled all advertising material. Carmita Lorador is one of the certified yoga instructors with the recently opened Absolute Balance. Born in Portugal to a generational European circus family, Lorador became a world-class hand balancer, touring aerialist and Cirque du Soleil performer. After an accident in which she was badly injured and several years of physical therapy, she tried yoga. Lorador became stronger and more flexible overcoming the trauma that had rendered her almost incapable of ever recovering. She now teaches yoga which helped her recover physically as well as spiritually.

with Nevada Association of Community Managers and Community Association Management Executive Officers. Williams is also a graduate of Rapport Leadership and is a board member for the Southern Nevada Homebuilders Association. Mozell Williams is the general manager of the developer division. She is responsible for bringing in new accounts from the developers located in Southern Nevada. She serves as the chair for Nevada Association of Community Managers, which works on charity events for Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth, Project 150 and other organizations. CAMCO is a community association management company that provides management services to the HOA industry in Nevada. Melissa Williams is the operations manager and oversees the day-to-day operations of the company, including satellite locations. She is involved

Beverly Eickmeyer is the portfolio division general manager and will oversee a team of 35 community managers and support staff, running the day-to-day operations for the company’s associations in Southern Nevada. Her division serves 280 associations comprising 41,000 homes. She is active in Community Association Institute and Nevada Association of Community Managers as well as serves with Go Ministries.

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MY FUN AND WILD RIDE IN A JAGUAR BY BRANDI DOSS

eople who own a Jaguar experience fun, adventure and excitement. Understanding this unique culture, Jaguar Land Rover Las Vegas brings its owners together for road trips for the ultimate enjoyment of driving a Jaguar. For a recent adventure, I rode with a friend who owns a new Jaguar F-type high performance edition. We began our day at the Jaguar Land Rover Las Vegas dealership with a continental breakfast where I also had the opportunity to speak with another woman who is driving her second Jaguar. She told me about the features, price point and that it was one of the quietest cars inside as she hears very little road noise. The businesswoman often uses the car phone

system for calls pertaining to her business, making a good system very important. She also shared that she had been involved in a direct impact collision, but was okay and the car had very little damage. I was extremely impressed with the safety features and was ready to buy a Jaguar that morning. We then drove to the Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch located in Pahrump (springmountainmotorsports.com). After taking some fun photos, we were given instructions and an overview about driving on the track. We donned our helmets, enjoyed a picnic lunch and then headed to the track. I got to ride with one of the instructors, a former NASCAR driver with years of professional driving experience. The

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acceleration was fast, braking hard and the turns tight, but it was intense and fun! We were in an F-type car, which handled so well. It was a crazy but exhilarating ride. The seats are so comfortable with many ways to adjust including what I call hug handles. I can set how much the sides of the seat will hug and support me. The displays in the cars are extremely easy to read and operate. The car drove extremely smooth in turns, on the road and it was nearly seamless at any speed. Having had the experience I did with the owners’ event, I am highly impressed with Jaguars. Jaguar features comfort, confidence and safety. Come test drive one at Jaguar Land Rover Las Vegas located at 5255 W. Sahara Ave. For more information, visit JLRLV.com.

LAS VEGAS WOMAN MAGAZINE FALL COVER PARTY Jaguar Las Vegas presented the Las Vegas Woman Magazine cover party for the Fall issue. Swag bags sponsored by Diamonds Events were handed to the first 200 guests that attended the fun filled event. There was wine sampling was provided by Lee’s Discount Liquor, drink sampling provided by Devotion Vodka along with delicious food bites prepared by Diamonds Events & Catering and Chef Oscar Sanchez of Oscar Catering. A charity raffle was held with 100 percent of monies benefiting New Vista; a 501c(3) organization providing programs for intellectually challenged children and adults. Attendees were enthralled with the fashion show by Eccoci and High Flyin’ Entertainment kept the mood light. Photography by Steven Joseph Photography

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The Epicurean Charitable Foundation honored Chef Hubert Keller and featured the band Everclear at its Mentoring and Educating Nevada’s Upcoming Students (M.E.N.U.S.) event held at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s Paradise Pool. Showcasing over 50 of Las Vegas’ top restaurants, chefs, mixologists and beverage distributors; the event supports ECF’s mission of providing full college scholarships and mentorship opportunities to gifted, but underprivileged, Clark County high school seniors pursuing a career in the food, beverage and hospitality industry. Walking the purple carpet was Eve Dawes, Mrs. Nevada United States 2017; cast of “Fantasy” and “Magic Mike;” Shelby Johnson, Miss Nevada United States 2017 and Ricardo Laguna, pro BMX rider and TV personality. Photography by Cashman Photo W o m a n m a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 8 4 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

GIRL SCOUTS OF SOUTHERN NEVADA’S DESSERT BEFORE DINNER GALA Girl Scouts Of Southern Nevada held its Dessert Before Dinner gala at Caesars Palace with over 700 of the city’s top influencers and community leaders attending. The Dessert Before Dinner chef pastry competition showcased all of the desserts made with S’Mores Girl Scout Cookies. Chef Mei Shimizu, Aria Resort Casino Las Vegas, won the competition with her playful interpretation, the S’More Glace Ice Cream Bar. Second place was awarded to Chef Michelle Flores, Caesars Palace and third place was given to Chef Kristen Hutton, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill. Honorees included Debbie Creel, Dr. Souzan El-Eid, Nazanin Ford, Shelley Gitomer, Nancy Houssels, Trina Pascal, Sonja Saltman and Melinda Sheckells. All proceeds benefited the Girl Scouts Of Southern Nevada. Photography by Cashman Photo

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NEVADA BROADCASTERS ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAME GALA

The Nevada Broadcasters Association hosted its 22nd annual Hall of Fame gala at the Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas. Honorees included Billy and Rosemary Vassiliadis, Switch and FOX5 General Manager Todd Brown. The 2017 Hall of Fame inductees showcases excellence in broadcasting, with each name representing a very unique talent, special skill and journey taken. NVBA promotes and advocates for the broadcasters of Nevada while serving the public. The evening also benefited the Nevada Broadcasters Foundation and the Tony & Linda Bonnici Broadcasting Scholarship Fund for broadcasting and journalism students in Nevada. Photography by JYJ Photography and Audrey Dempsey

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PIGS FOR THE KIDS The third annual Pigs for the Kids Barbecue Cook-Off and Festival was held at Craig Ranch Regional Park. Along with a spirited barbecue competition, the family friendly event featured a “Piggy Pen” kids’ play area, live bands, beer, wine and plenty of food. The festival also benefited Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation and the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation. The competition offered everyone—from backyard grill masters to professional chefs and restaurateurs—a chance to show their barbecue brilliance in a variety of categories. Teams competed to take home Grand Champion Trophy in five categories: ribs, pork shoulder, sauce, beans and “Hog Wild” where anything goes, as long as it includes pork. Photography Tyge O’Donnell with TheNeonCity.com

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style with a cause Over 200 fashion-forward guests filled Andiron Steak & Sea at Downtown Summerlin for the fifth annual style with a cause benefiting Communities in Schools of Nevada to help increase student graduation rates and prepare students for college. The evening kicked off with a cocktail reception featuring tasty bites provided by Andiron, cocktails by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, beauty bars by Sephora, a braid bar by Kelly Cardenas Salon and decorated vignettes by West Elm and Ethan Allen. Denise Valdez from the local CBS affiliate KLAS-TV was the host and Dillard’s presented a fashion show showcasing the latest trends. Attendees also followed the journey of this year’s beauty transformation recipient, Karen Belote-Stevens, from CIS of Nevada. Photography by Lucinda Flint Photography

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THE ROLLING STONES EXHIBITIONISM The Rolling Stones’ first ever major exhibition, Exhibitionism, celebrated its official grand opening at The Palazzo Las Vegas with a number of celebrities including the Australian Bee Gees, Carrot Top, Frank Marino, Human Nature, Jennifer Romas, Kevin Burke from “Defending the Caveman,” Mark Shunock, Murray SawChuck, Ricardo Laguna and Tenors of Rock as well as cast members from “Marriage Can Be Murder,” “Fantasy,” “BAZ,” “The Miss Behave Gameshow,” “Thunder From Down Under” and “X Burlesque.” Exhibitionism showcases for the first time the vast private archive exploring the very beginning to the Stones’ superstardom. The limited exclusive U.S. West Coast engagement at The Palazzo runs through Jan. 31, 2018. Photography by Denise Truscello

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NATHAN ADELSON HOSPICE WINE & FOOD TASTING EXTRAVAGANZA

Nathan Adelson Hospice, the largest nonprofit hospice in Nevada, held its 18th Annual Wine & Food Tasting Extravaganza at the Gaudin Porche dealership. This annual fundraiser benefited the hospice’s Pediatric Program and Families in Need Program. Guests sampled a variety of delectable wines and cuisine from some of Southern Nevada’s most notable restaurants, while enjoying music and a silent auction. The VIP reception featured wines from Johnson Brothers of Nevada and a variety of cheeses from Murray’s Cheese. The Pediatric Hospice Program is designed to meet the special needs of children with life-threatening conditions. The Families in Need Program provides immediate resources for necessities. Photography by Audrey Dempsey

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STAYING PRODUCTIVE IN THE DIGITAL AGE

ocusing on work and business can sometimes seem impossible. When there is 24/7 access to videos, quizzes, Pinboards and online shopping, it can be hard to stay productive, meet deadlines and have the motivation to get back to work. Professionals can very easily get distracted, but it’s important to know when to hide those tabs and get back to the task at hand. Check out some quick tips to focus on productivity.

LIMIT MULTITASKING

One of the main reasons people procrastinate is because they get overwhelmed by all of the projects that need to be completed. Sometimes, when there is such a large workload, the quality of the work can suffer. While multitasking is a great skill to have in life, it can also make people less productive. To maintain a great work product, it’s important to prioritize

projects, limit multitasking and focus on one piece of work at a time.

TAKE REGULAR BREAKS

When a project or task is completed, go ahead and take a quick fiveminute break. Walking away from the computer is a great way to keep office space for work and not play. Whether taking a walk or sitting in the conference room to check social media, it’s beneficial to overall productivity to keep work and play spaces separate.

PLAN THE WORKLOAD

Many professionals will underestimate how much time they will need to complete a project, so they end up procrastinating right up to the deadline. To stay productive when working on a project, take some time to diagram what really needs to be done. Planning and scheduling the

day’s workload will help to stay on track and finish projects before the deadlines.

ELIMINATE DISTRACTIONS

It might seem very difficult to do, but eliminating all of those unnecessary distractions will really maintain productivity. Put the phone on do not disturb, lock the office door or head to a quiet place, like a conference room or empty office space, to finish the project. Knowing when to click out of extra windows and get back to work is no easy task. Distractions are bountiful, so it’s important to stay focused and complete the work to eliminate stress trying to meet deadlines, or worse, missing them due to procrastination. It takes time and practice, but with proper planning and discipline, anyone can stay productive in the digital age.

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A GOOD READ TO EDUCATE, INSPIRE AND ENTERTAIN

Historical women, happiness without regret and scary trip into a small town Written and compiled by Debbie Hall

ver the holidays and into the New Year, these books are certain to motivate sticking to new resolutions, sharing ideas and being memorized with action and thrills.

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Negatively Ever After: A Skeptic’s Guide to Happiness by Deanna Willmon Public speaker and author Deanna Willmon explores negativity, being positive and creating happiness from a different perspective. The author was inspired to write her book when she realized she was jealous of perpetually positive people because the mainstream idea is that happiness is equal to positivity. Willmon finally realized that it wasn’t necessary to get rid of all negativity in order to be happy, but to work with it and understand it. One profound idea is to embrace dislikes without judgment. After evaluating, one can work on a dislike because of they want to, not because they have to or they will never be happy. Using a simple Happiness Bank analogy, Willmon shares her research, experiences and missteps in discovering that negativity is not the enemy. From achieving self-adoration and learning what gratitude truly means to determining whether sharing happiness is really a clever idea, this book explains how to develop Negativity Wisdom in order to embrace and effectively utilize inherent negative tendencies. She debunks the popular misconception that being positive and being happy is synonymous.

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Nevada Women’s Legacy: 150 Years of Excellence by Marlene J. Adrian and Denise M. Gerdes The 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Women of Diversity Productions, Inc. initiated a cultural and historical project to celebrate women of the Nevada Sesquicentennial (150 years). Embracing women from all of the state, committee members of the project interviewed over 200 women to document the stories of Nevada women who made their mark from 1864 to 2014. Members collected oral histories, video interviews, diaries, photographs and personal treasures of Nevada women and their contributions, which are now permanently stored and displayed. Professions featured include doctors, nurses, educators, politicians, homemakers, artists, authors, farmers, ranchers and lawyers. Also included are the First Ladies of Nevada as well as representation of all of the counties. It commemorates the varied contributions and diversification of those living in Nevada. The coffee table book, full of photos and inspiring bios, show how women demonstrate and embrace the state’s motto of “Nevada Proud, Nevada Battle Born.” W o m a n m a g a z i n e .V e g a s » 9 1 » W I N T E R 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8

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Wicked Prayers by S. D. Moore Award winning author S. D. Moore has crafted a novel about good versus evil with a battle in the fictional place of Automntown. Del Cameron is an ex-military officer turned detective who is called to stop the evil powers and the dreadful creatures unleashed in his city. He gathers an unusual band of heroes to fight these formidable adversaries while searching his own soul. Cameron’s backstory is a conflict of a sleepy town with memories of violent crime that might have been committed elsewhere but seared in his memory. With a kidnapping of a child, it becomes a never-ending battle of characters to stay alive whether on the side of good or evil. The story is filled with thrills, horror, mystery, action and the supernatural. Action starts quickly and takes the reader on a horror roller coaster ride throughout the entire novel. The development of the characters is deep while combining horror, suspense and even a little comedy. This is a mix of supernatural genre with a touch of mystery, action sequences and epic characters.

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EXPERIENCE GRAND CANYON WEST RIM One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World with a modern touch By Debbie Hall

hile the Grand Canyon North Rim is closed for the season and the Grand Canyon South Rim is quite a distance, the Grand Canyon West Rim beckons to be explored.

Papillion Grand Canyon Helicopters offers packages, which includes some of the most breathtaking views, along with dining at Grand Canyon West’s new restaurant, Sa’Nyu Wa, which means “Home of the Eagle.” Passengers leave from the Papillon Aerocenter located in Boulder City, Nevada, for a 45-minute ride over Lake Mead to the Grand Canyon West Rim. Viewing mountains and canyons that took centuries to create is only matched by the rich history of the American West. Upon landing, guests are taken to the Skywalk Bridge at Eagle Point, which offers unobstructed views nearly a mile down to the canyon floor. Homage is also paid to Native Americans with displays of artifacts that demonstrate its rich history. Skywalk Bridge at Eagle Point is a 10-foot-wide, horseshoe-shaped glass bridge that extends 70 feet out over the rim of the Grand Canyon. Guests look down and can see through the glass platform 4,000 feet to the floor of the Grand Canyon below. Built in 2007, this engineering marvel offers unparalleled views of the one of the world’s Seven Natural Wonders. Sa’Nyu Wa Executive Chef James Mendoza has created a lunch menu combining the unique fusion of Southwest and Asian cuisines combined with traditional Hualapai tribal dishes. Guests dine while surrounded by some of the most amazing scenery. The restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows offer dramatic views of the West Rim. Dining choices include pad thai, double bone pork chop and fried ice cream. Eagle Point was named after a natural rock formation that looks like an eagle and offers a glimpse into the very distant past. Watch Native

Americans dance in the amphitheater daily starting at 1 p.m. The Native American Village celebrates its history by welcoming guests to explore several dwellings of the region’s indigenous tribes including the Hualapai, Navajo, Plains, Hopi and Havasupai. There is even shopping at the Native American Gift Shop. After being transported back in time, a Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters will whisk guests back to Southern Nevada after an adventurous full day. Family-owned and operated, Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters is the only company that flies the entire length of the Grand Canyon. For more information, visit Papillon.com.

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agician Mat Franco recently celebrated his second anniversary headlining “MAGIC REINVENTED NIGHTLY” in the newly renamed Mat Franco Theater at The LINQ Hotel & Casino. Since winning NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” the millennial magician has explored his new home and selected his top list of places that both locals and tourists need to visit for the Vegas Experience. THE BELLAGIO FOUNTAINS If you are coming to Las Vegas for the first time, how can you NOT plan to see this world-famous spectacle? It’s even free! When you’re walking the Strip, take a moment to stop and enjoy them. TERRACE POINTE CAFE This is a wonderful morning/brunch spot to enjoy at the Wynn Hotel and Casino. It’s worth waiting for an outdoor table on a nice day. They have a versatile menu complete with breakfast, lunch and vegetarian/vegan options. TOP GOLF Las Vegas is evolving all the time, and this

is one of the new hotspots. I’m not a golfer, and I have a blast at this place. There are multiple floors of fun, including bars, pools, food and, of course, their signature driving range. CONTAINER PARK You haven’t really done Las Vegas until you’ve been downtown. Check out Container Park for an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants all housed inside of giant storage containers. Truly a unique experience! OMNIA NIGHTCLUB AT CAESARS PALACE Most people feel that their Las Vegas experience isn’t complete without visiting the club scene. My pick is Omnia at Caesars Palace because it has a great outdoor terrace facing the Las Vegas Strip. Sometimes when the inside vibe is too much to handle, it’s nice to have a lower key get-a-away right at the same venue. HIGH ROLLER AT LINQ PROMENADE This is the world’s largest observation wheel standing over 550 feet tall. It’s a half hour ride that gives you the best views

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in Las Vegas. If you’re here to party, my suggestion is you upgrade to the Happy Half Hour and take advantage of the open bar. FASHION SHOW MALL For those looking to shop, check out this huge mall on the Las Vegas Strip. It has everything you need to get your shopping fix all in one place. BROOKLYN BOWL Located at the heart of the strip on The LINQ Promenade, visit this unique venue to see nationally touring music and comedy acts, enjoy great food and drink and bowl the night away! Mat Franco stars in “MAGIC REINVENTED NIGHTLY” in the newly renamed Mat Franco Theater at The LINQ Hotel & Casino with a fun and feel good twist on magic that defies all expectations. With his signature brand of breezy humor, Mat mixes his amazingly inventive and stunning magic with crowd-guided improv, creating a once-in-a-lifetime experience. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit MatFranco.com.

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