National Safety Month Luncheon – June 24, 2021
Grit. That’s Vegas – when we fall, we stand tall and stronger than ever. The Vegas Chamber and industry experts will share their stories of how they survived the past 15 months and are thriving in a global event. Best practices, lessons learned and plans for the future to bring tourism and entertainment to this region are coming back with a positive vengeance. Panelists included: Steve Hill, CEO, LVCVA Lawrence Epstein, COO, UFC Stephanie Glanzer, Chief Sales Officer and SVP, MGM
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Featured President's Club Members
Ken Winans
Winans Investments- Capital Management
President & Founder
Kenneth Grant Winans is a top-ranked investment manager, a renowned author of four award-winning books and a philanthropist for education. Over 35 years, he has conducted landmark investment research and designed innovative investment strategies. He has documented “track records” as a market strategist and a portfolio manager. Winans also writes a column for Forbes.com. He started Winans Investments in 1992 and has received the highest “5 Star” performance rating given by global research firm, Morningstar ® for its three blended strategies for 3, 5, and 10-year timeframes.
Mike Murphy
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
President and General Manager
Mike Murphy has been the President and General Manager of Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nevada since 2006. In his role, he is responsible for overseeing all commercial group and individual business in Nevada. With more than half a million members in Nevada, Anthem is the second largest insurance company in the state. Anthem is a customer-focused company that is dedicated to providing its members with access to high-quality, affordable healthcare.
Donald Pearson
WestPac Wealth Partners
Certified Financial Planner
Donald Pearson is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ for WestPac Wealth Partners, the largest privately held wealth management firm in Las Vegas. A native of Las Vegas, Pearson attended Faith Lutheran Jr/Sr High School and accepted a scholarship to play football at the United States Naval Academy. He served as a Financial Manager for the United States Marine Corps in charge of the budget for Central and South America. Pearson sits on the board of Las Vegas HEALS, Southern Nevada Veterans Chamber of Commerce, Las Vegas Naval Academy Alumni Association, and is the Head Coach for the Junior Varsity Football team at Faith Lutheran.
James York and Jay Blood
Valley Bank of Nevada
President and CEO
James York and Jay Blood are the co-founders of Valley Bank of Nevada. James is the President and CEO of the bank and Jay is the EVP and Chief Credit Officer. Both executives are graduates of UNLV and, as such, are passionate about serving the local community. During the Covid crisis, James and Jay led Valley Bank of Nevada through providing Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loans to over 300 businesses in the community, saving an estimated 4,000 local jobs. The bank has recently opened a loan production office (LPO) in Summerlin, making it the third location valley-wide.
