Play Social Inc., the creator of the Play Playground social game experience with locations in Las Vegas and Nashville, announced the appointment of Phil Royle as its new chief executive officer, beginning Jan. 5.
To mark its 13th consecutive year supporting Las Vegas’ beloved 98.5 KLUC Chet Buchanan Toy Drive, Naqvi Injury Law has donated $40,000 to help ensure families across Southern Nevada experience a brighter holiday season. The annual Toy Drive provides toys, gift cards and essential items to local children and families who need it most.
Roseman University of Health Sciences has appointed Christina V. Tran , DVM, as executive associate dean of the university’s proposed College of Veterinary Medicine, effective Jan. 12, 2026.
The Hospitality Charitable Foundation is comprised of more than 20 of Southern Nevada’s leading food, beverage and hospitality executives. HCF’s approach provides financial aid for education while offering opportunity, mentorship and fostering long-term community impact.
On Oct. 17, the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents appointed Dr. Amber Lopez Lasater as acting president of Nevada State University. Dr. Lopez Lasater was recommended by Chancellor Matt McNair, Board Chair Byron Brooks, Vice Chair Stephanie Goodman and members of the Nevada State community.
Family Promise of Las Vegas, Obodo Collective, Project 150 and Shine A Light Foundation each received a $15,000 donation from Cox Charities, the fundraising arm of Cox Las Vegas at the annual Cox Charities Golf Tournament, Oct. 20 at DragonRidge Country Club in Henderson.
Clark County Credit Union (CCCU) announced Amber Avila has been named vice president of branch operations and member experience.
VIVA brings philanthropic funders together with nonprofit organizations, which present lightning-style pitches — think “Shark Tank” for nonprofits.
The Ferraro Group, an award-winning public relations and public affairs firm with offices in Las Vegas, Reno, Carson City, Phoenix and Washington, D.C., announced that Megan Wood has joined the firm as an assistant account executive in its Las Vegas office.