Advanced Clean Transportation Expo - ACT Expo
2026-05-04 00:00 - 2026-05-07 00:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, United States

Ribbon Cutting: KJ's
2026-05-04 15:30 - 19:00

Cocktails & Conversations with North Las Vegas Mayor Goynes-Brown
2026-05-04 17:30 - 19:30

Behavioral Health Town Hall Event
2026-05-04 19:00 - 21:00

The Insider™s View on Las Vegas and Gaming in 2026
2026-05-05 00:00

Hospitality Design - HD Expo
2026-05-05 00:00 - 2026-05-07 00:00 | Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV, 89119, United States

World Cup 2026: The Beautiful Gamae
2026-05-05 11:00 - 13:30

SBRC | Business Breakthroughs: Speed Advising & Networking-IN PERSON
2026-05-05 15:00 - 17:00

The Insider's View on Las Vegas and Gaming in 2026 - Economic Club of Las Vegas
2026-05-05 17:00 | Park MGM Las Vegas, 3770 South Las Vegas Boulevard Las Vegas, NV 89109 United States
The Insider’s View on Las Vegas and Gaming in 2026 is a specialized reception and program hosted by the Economic Club of Las Vegas to examine the evolving landscape of the gaming capital. Taking place at Park MGM, the event features high-level dialogue between key industry figures, including the President and CEO of the American Gaming Association and the Chairman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board. Discussion topics typically center on current economic trends, the impact of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence on casino operations, and the shifting regulatory environment. The forum provides an independent platform for members and professionals to gain firsthand insights into the stability and future growth of the Southern Nevada economy within the global hospitality sector.

This news report offers a broader look at how major events and conventions serve as a catalyst for the Las Vegas economy and the hospitality industry.

Nevada Business Awards
2026-05-05 17:30 - 19:30 | The Space, 3460 Cavaretta Ct, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89103, United States
Event RegistrationLast Day to RSVP – April 24, 2026.Honoree Award CeremonyIn addition to recognizing this year’s honorees, Nevada Business Magazine, in partnership with Nevada State Bank, will present one company with the Spirit of Nevada Business of the Year award for their efforts on behalf of the Silver State.

Join us as we recognize these incredible businesses and the people behind them!

Southern NevadaMay 5, 2026, 5:30p to 7:30p at The Space LV

Northern NevadaMay 6, 2025, 4p to 6p at the Club at ArrowCreek

Tickets are $25 each for the event.Priority Seating Packages are available.

Please fill in the information on the following pages to register.Only registered guests will be admitted, space is limited.

Ribbon Cutting: The Hat
2026-05-06 09:00 - 10:30

Small Business Resource & Job Fair
2026-05-06 10:00 - 14:00

2026 Nevada Small Business Resource Fair
2026-05-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Sahara West Library, 9600 West Sahara Avenue, Las Vegas, NV, 89117, United States
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity for small business owners!

Small business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to attend the Department of Business & Industry’s free Nevada Small Business Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Sahara West Library.

Whether you’re thinking of launching a new venture or currently operating a business, please join us to make new connections and access FREE resources.

Networking Zone

Learning Sessions

Government & Nonprofit Exhibitors

On-Site Food Trucks

Special Guest Welcome Remarks

Walk-ins are welcome, but pre-registration is encouraged.

Parking may be limited. Street parking is available on S. Grand Canyon Dr. and Preakness Pass.

Be You Brand Coffee Club ( Las Vegas Women Entrepreneurs Networking )
2026-05-06 10:30 - 13:30 | Loaded Empanadas, 750 South Rampart Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, 89145, United States
Be You Brand Coffee Club is a monthly Las Vegas meetup for women entrepreneurs focused on intentional connection, visibility, and community.

Be You Brand Coffee Club is a monthly, in-person coffee meetup in Las Vegas for women entrepreneurs who want more than surface-level networking.
This isn’t traditional networking — it’s intentional connection with structure.
Each month, we gather on the first Wednesday to create real conversations, build meaningful relationships, and practice showing up as ourselves in business — without pressure, performance, or pretending.
Inside the Coffee Club, you’ll experience:

Guided conversations that make connections feel natural
Intentional introductions so you’re remembered, not overlooked
Space to practice talking about your work with clarity and confidence
A room of women entrepreneurs building brands and businesses aligned with who they are

There’s no forced selling and no awkward elevator pitches.Just enough structure to help real relationships form — and room to be human.
Created by the founders of Be You Brand Live, this monthly gathering is designed to support real connection, confidence, and visibility in between larger moments and events.
This meetup is ideal for:

Women entrepreneurs, founders, coaches, creatives, and service providers
Business owners building visibility and community in Las Vegas
Women who want a connection that feels grounded, aligned, and supportive

Come as you are.Leave more connected, clearer in your message, and supported in your journey.

Content Happy Hour at California Closests in Henderson
2026-05-06 13:30 - 14:30
We’re taking over a California Closets showroom and turning it into your content playground. Think beautifully designed closets, home offices, and storage setups that instantly communicate clarity, confidence, and “I’ve got my life together” energy. If you design spaces, organize them, sell them, or run your business from one, this session gives you a setting that makes your content feel elevated without trying too hard. You’ll be guided through an easy, low-pressure content session with clear prompts for b-roll, portraits, and short video clips. No awkward posing. No guessing what to film. Just clean, usable content that fits your brand and works across platforms. This Content Happy Hour is about showing how your environment supports what you do… whether that’s creating beautiful homes, helping clients simplify, or running a business from your own. This is a ticketed event and requires pre-registration. Sign up and make payment in the MTaylor Inc online shop. May 6 – California Closets | MTaylor Inc Online Shop What This Session Is Good For Creating b-roll that pairs easily with educational or inspirational posts Capturing content you can reuse over time (not just once) Using the location as inspiration for your own ideas, not just guided prompts Staying visible without chasing trends or forcing personality Building a small content library in a single, focused session What You’ll Walk Away With

2026 WPO Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum
2026-05-07 08:00 - 2026-05-08 17:00
WPO’s signature annual event will bring together hundreds of women business leaders from around the world for two days of inspiration, collaboration, and growth at The Diplomat Beach Resort located in Hollywood, Florida.

Southern Nevada Forum: Economic Development and Good Governance
2026-05-07 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-07 13:00 - 14:30

Ribbon Cutting: SCAN Health Plan
2026-05-07 10:00 - 14:00

Gen Z and Millennials: Understanding the Next Generation of Consumers
2026-05-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Fogo de Chao, 360 E Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89121, United States
The “Next Generation” is no longer just a future projection—they are the primary spenders, tastemakers, and trendsetters in the Las Vegas market. Join AMA Las Vegas for an interactive mixer and high-stakes panel discussion as we dive into the psychology, digital habits, and values-based decision-making of Gen Z and Millennials.
Whether you’re marketing a global resort, a local sports franchise, or a boutique consultancy, understanding these “experiential-first” generations is the key to winning in 2026.
Meet Our Moderator

Espen Hild is the current Co-President of UNLV American Marketing Association (AMA), an award-winning and top-ranking AMA chapter internationally, and is a senior at UNLV majoring in Real Estate and minoring in Finance, graduating in Spring 2026. Espen currently works in commercial real estate brokerage at MDL Group, combining marketing, business, and finance skills learned during his time at UNLV.
Working with business owners and retail property owners has given Espen a unique perspective on consumer behavior, specifically through the effect it has on demand for commercial real estate and the built environment. Changing consumer behaviors, especially with younger generations, are forcing retailers to adapt quickly, and as someone who is in Gen-Z himself, Espen has seen firsthand what the next generation of consumers demands in the current marketing and overall business landscape.
A native Nevadan, being born in Reno, Espen moved to Mesquite in 2018 and has been in Clark County ever since. Espen has been involved with both UNR & UNLV AMA, transferring to UNLV for Fall 2023 and immediately joining UNLV AMA’s board as Vice President of Professional Development, and is the Founder & Managing Director of UNLV AMA’s Mentorship Program, which provides students the opportunity to be mentored by the top business professionals in Las Vegas.
Outside of work, Espen is an avid and competitive tennis player and enjoys staying active through sports, reflecting the discipline, focus, and competitiveness he brings to his professional career. Espen also enjoys reading about Las Vegas history and gives tours of the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown Las Vegas, taking pride in being a resident of the greatest city in the world – Las Vegas!
Meet Our Panelists

Ramhae Andrea Awit is a marketing student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the current Co-President of UNLV American Marketing Association. Originally from Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands, Ramhae moved to Las Vegas to pursue higher education and expand her opportunities.
She works in professional sports marketing, helping drive brand expansion and support market integration during a defining chapter for Las Vegas athletics. Through internship experiences at Allegiant Stadium, the Las Vegas Aces, and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, Ramhae has developed a strong foundation in live event marketing and destination branding. Recently, she joined the Athletics and assists with marketing project coordination, contributing to strategic initiatives as the franchise builds its presence in Southern Nevada.
Beyond her professional work, Ramhae is passionate about mentorship, representation, and creating spaces where women and students of color feel empowered in business. Grounded in creativity and discipline, Ramhae finds joy in fitness, dance, floral art, and community-building, bringing both heart and strategy into every room she enters.

Danielle Perea is the founder and CEO of Golden Hour Co. Digital Agency, an integrated marketing agency based in Las Vegas with clients coast to coast. With a background in corporate casino and hospitality marketing, Danielle brings an operator’s perspective to modern marketing strategy. Through Golden Hour Co., she helps businesses align positioning, digital marketing, content, paid media, and public relations into integrated systems designed to drive real business growth.

Lauralie Levy is a marketing executive, entrepreneur, and founder of Crowd Siren, a Las Vegas-based marketing consultancy known for helping brands grow through strategic storytelling and digital innovation. With more than 15 years of experience across startups, corporate teams, and high-growth companies, she has led award-winning marketing initiatives and managed multimillion-dollar marketing budgets.
Lauralie is a frequent speaker on marketing, entrepreneurship, and brand strategy, and has been featured at conferences, including speaking for PRSA, at UNLV, Digital Marketing World Forum, Digital Summit, and LeadsCon. Known for her energetic stage presence and practical insights, she helps marketers rethink how brands connect with audiences in an increasingly noisy digital world.

Childcare Task Force
2026-05-07 13:00 - 14:00 | USI Insurance Services, 8360 West Sahara Avenue, Suite 110 Las Vegas, NV 89117, Las Vegas

Affordable Housing Innovation: Health Partnerships, Cooperative Homeownership, and Modular Construction
2026-05-07 17:00 - 19:00
Housing stability plays a critical role in public health, economic resilience, and community wellbeing. This program explores innovative development strategies that connect housing, healthcare partnerships, cooperative ownership models, and modular construction to expand access to safe and affordable housing. Jeremy Liu, CEO of Creative Development Partners, will share how mission-based real estate development can improve health outcomes, strengthen communities, and create sustainable pathways to prosperity in under-resourced neighborhoods.
Jeremy Liu, CEO of Creative Development Partners (CDP), will present recent initiatives that leverage real estate development, complex financing, creative placemaking, and small business support to build community prosperity while maintaining multiple bottom-line outcomes: financial viability, environmental sustainability, and measurable community benefit. The presentation will examine emerging approaches such as health-prescribed housing, partnerships with healthcare providers to improve health outcomes through stable housing; cooperative homeownership models that expand access to long-term financial stability; and modular off-site construction strategies that can accelerate housing production while improving quality, safety, and cost control.
Participants will gain insight into how architects, planners, and development professionals can contribute to housing solutions that improve public health, expand equitable homeownership opportunities, and deliver resilient, sustainable communities. The session highlights the role of design and development strategies in addressing housing shortages, improving occupant health and safety, and strengthening the social and economic vitality of underserved neighborhoods.
Learning Objectives
1. Explain the relationship between housing stability and public health outcomes, and how housing interventions can improve wellness for under-resourced populations.
2. Identify health risks associated with unstable or inadequate housing, including the impacts on vulnerable and tenuously housed populations.
3. Evaluate holistic development strategies that integrate housing, healthcare partnerships, and community investment to improve health, safety, and welfare outcomes.
4. Describe cooperative homeownership models and their role in expanding equitable access to housing, long-term financial stability, and community resilience.
5. Recognize the opportunities and challenges of modular off-site construction, including its potential to improve construction safety, quality control, speed of delivery, and affordability in housing development.
Credits: 1 LU|HSW Pending

CALV Networking Mixer
2026-05-07 17:30 - 19:30

Fogo de Chao - Tomahawk & Tequila
2026-05-07 18:30 - 20:30

Warehouse, Manufacturing, Logistics, & Friends
2026-05-08 08:00 - 09:30

SBA Awards Luncheon
2026-05-08 11:30 - 14:30 | IPEC Las Vegas, 6590 Bermuda Road Las Vegas, NV 89119, Las Vegas
The annual U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Awards Luncheon honors small businesses and lenders in Nevada. Small businesses are vital to our communities; they create new jobs, help drive the economy, and demonstrate dynamic leadership. The SBA is proud to recognize these outstanding organizations, and the list of winners is impressive year over year. The awards luncheon is an opportunity to honor these individuals and companies, while networking with some of the most influential professionals in Nevada.

Women Who Wow Recognition Dinner
2026-05-08 17:30 - 20:00 | D’Agostino’s Trattoria, 4155 South Buffalo Drive, #Suite 115, Las Vegas, NV, 89147, United States
Celebrate amazing women making waves and inspiring change at the Women Who Wow Recognition Dinner!

Women Who Wow Recognition Dinner
Step into an evening of elegance, influence, and celebration at the 2026 Women Who Wow Recognition Dinner, a signature gathering honoring some of the most accomplished, inspiring, and impactful women in Las Vegas.
Set against an elevated and intimate backdrop, this exclusive experience brings together a curated guest list of distinguished women, industry leaders, tastemakers, and their invited guests for a night designed to celebrate excellence, connection, and community.
Guests will enjoy a beautifully hosted dinner experience while being immersed in an atmosphere that reflects the sophistication and prestige of the Women Who Wow brand. From meaningful recognition moments to high-level networking, every detail of the evening is thoughtfully designed to inspire and connect.
More than an event, Women Who Wow is a movement; one that continues to spotlight extraordinary women who are shaping the future of our city and beyond.
✨ Event DetailsFriday, May 8, 20265:30 PM – 8:00 PMLas Vegas, Nevada
We invite you to be part of this unforgettable evening celebrating the power, presence, and brilliance of women who truly wow.
Entrees Include:
Fresh Warm Sliced Artisan Sourdough Bread
Caesar Salad- Romaine Lettuce, Parmigiana Reggiano, Grape Tomato, Mediterranean Olive Medley and Caesar Dressing

Eggplant Parmigiana – Lightly Breaded Roasted Eggplant Layered with Mozzarella/Pomodoro/Baked to Perfection
Chicken Milanese – Lightly Breaded Chicken Scallopini/ Fresh Lemon/Spring Greens/Grape Tomatoes/EVOO
Penne with Broccoli Aglio e Olio with 4oz. Grilled Chicken Breast
Spaghettini and House Made Meatballs with Pomodoro Sauce
Rigatoni with House Made Bolognese
Grilled Norwegian Salmon – with Lemon Butter Caper Sauce or Pomodoro Sauce topped with Fresh Basil
The Ultimate Grilled Vegetable Greek Salad -Spring Greens/Crisp Romaine/Grilled Asparagus/Zucchini/Roasted Red Peppers/Artichoke Hearts/ Cucumber/Grape Tomatoes/Mediterranean Olive Medley, Crumbled Feta. Choice of Balsamic or House Vinaigrette

*All Fish & Chicken Entrees Can Be Prepared Gluten Free Upon Request* Please Inform Your Server of any Food Allergies or Dietary Restrictions
Gluten Free Penne Pasta Available

Thank you to our Sponsors: Care Complex & Emerald at Queensridge

Saddles, Sips, & Support: A SafeNest Food & Pub Crawl
2026-05-08 18:00 - 21:00

Frustrated With Your HOA? Take back your power!
2026-05-09 09:00 - 17:00 | 2310 Paseo Del Prado, Suite A202, Las Vegas, NV 89102
HOA Homeowner Training
Free Admission and Free Food
Join us this Saturday, May 9, 2026
9AM to 5PM
Americans For Prosperity – NV Office
2310 Paseo Del Prado, Suite A202
Las Vegas, NV 89102

What You’ll Learn
– True role and limits of HOA authority
– Rights as a homeowner (and how to protect them)
– Increase transparency & hold boards accountable
– Bottom-up strategies for real solutions
– and more!

Limited seating. Homeowners, register here: https://bit.ly/takebackyourhoa

HCC Networking Breakfast: Fuel Your Business Growth
2026-05-12 07:00 - 09:00
Chipping Made Easy – Women’s Golf Group HDA Luncheon – Building Southern Nevada: Housing, Land, and the Future of Growth
