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Member Highlight – Ryan Holden

Name: Ryan Holden
Title: Director of Business Development
Company: The Concord Group
# years in the industry: 10 years

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas:

I’m originally from Chicago and have lived in Las Vegas for 5 years now.

What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?

NAIOP has been key in helping me to develop my professional network in Las Vegas.

What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event?

It’s great to meet new and interesting people at every event. NAIOP events are always fruitful.

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with?

Micah Durham from Nevada General Construction was my first professional meeting for The Concord Group. He gave me great advise, encouraged me to join and I would definitely consider him a friend.

What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community?

I want to be able to drive by significant projects/builds and know that The Concord Group and I were an integral part of delivering those projects and turning plans into reality.  I want Nevada to be a better place because I live here.

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Member Highlight – Brett Rather

Name: Brett Rather
Title: Principal
Company: CAST
# years in the industry: 10 years

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas:
A true local of Las Vegas and I am proud to be a third general native!  GO REBELS!

What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?

The most important currencies are relationships and reputation. NAIOP gave me the opportunity to meet and bond with the best in the business. NAIOP also holds many education programs and seminars to show each sector of the industry and keep us aware of all the latest trends, technology, deals, and growth throughout the valley. And gaining that knowledge from our industry leaders is what NAIOP is all about.

What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event?

Spotlight Awards is the best night of the year! This business is extremely competitive and this is the one time of year that we all get to dress to the nines and congratulate each other for all of our hard work in striving to create a better City for the future and giving back to our chapter.  If you haven’t experienced one of these, mark your calendars for next year!

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with?

My business partner Steve Neiger. Before he and I worked with each other, the first thing he told me to do was to get involved in NAIOP. I joined the Membership Committee and still remain on that committee to this day to help new people to the industry learn as it taught me. I started in brokerage by myself, without a team, and the information I gained from NAIOP and the relationships I forged was worth every penny to build my career.


What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community?

We really lacked fun and exciting venues in the suburbs when I was growing up here.  At CAST, we are going to continue redeveloping and reshaping our city to enhance the everyday lives of locals.  I hope to be sitting at one of our future projects one day during happy hour, and seeing everyone around smiling and having a good time. That to me is one of the highest achievements I can aim for. We should all want to leave our career knowing we made an impact that created a better experience for us and for future generations.

 

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Member Highlight – Carol Browning

Name: Carol Browning
Title: Marketing Manager
Company: DC Building Group
# years in the industry: 16 years

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas:
I am from South Bend, Indiana (yes, I am a huge Notre Dame fan!). I moved to Las Vegas in 2005. So, 18 years.

What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?

Networking opportunities where I can connect with professionals in the industry. These opportunities are valuable in building relationships as well as gaining insight from peers. I would also say access to industry information. NAIOP provides information regularly to keep members informed about industry news and developments.

What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event?

There are lots of stories, but I would say dressing up for the 70’s NAIOP event in 2022 and winning first place for women’s best costume. Sorry Jen Levine!

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with?

Melissa Eure from GC Garcia. She has a wealth of knowledge and is very good at what she does. Recently I had the opportunity to speak to UNLV students during their real estate class with Melissa. I learned so much from her regarding entitlements.

On a personal note, I am passionate about Heaven Can Wait Animal Society and have been a supporter for many years. Come to find out Melissa is the President on the Board of Directors for the shelter. We are huge dog lovers!

What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community?

That I made an impact in the Las Vegas community not only professionally but with charitable organizations. My passion is to help others in need and I do this by volunteering my time. It makes me feel good to know I can help make a difference.

 

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Member Highlight – Melissa Eure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Name: Melissa Eure
Title: President
Company: G.C Garcia, Inc.
# years in the industry: 8

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas:
I’m originally from Kansas City, KS and have been living in Las Vegas for 32 years.


What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?
Access to others in the same or related industries. If I need a contractor, an engineer, a realtor I can find one at a NAIOP event. The breakfast and the learning events also help me get a better understanding of current events affecting our field.


What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event?
At one of the golf tournaments, we sponsored the ‘hole in one’ contest and to make the shot more difficult, they added a toilet seat.  It made it rather memorable and fun.

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with?
Carol Browning with DC Building Group. She is an amazing person. She was very open and friendly with someone she had never met and helped introduce me to others. She serves on at least one committee with every organization she is a part of, in addition to her regular job. I have no idea where she gets the time or energy. Most of all, we share a love for animals and dogs. I serve on the board of the Heaven Can Wait Animal Society and she, along with everyone at DC Building, have been happy to support me and the organization.

What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community?
To expand the company my father started, to be remembered well, and to have used my position not only to help create a healthy community through the work we do with developers and the local municipalities but by giving back to our community in ways I and my employees find meaningful.

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Member Highlight – Art Greene

Name: Art Greene
Title: Client Relations Manager
Company: Geotechnical & Environmental Services
# years in the industry: 1 1/2

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas: I grew up in the small town of Mount Shasta on the California/Oregon border.  I moved to Las Vegas in 1985 to attend UNLV.  Go Rebels!

What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?

NAIOP helped create an almost instant network of industry friends.  I’ve been able to build real relationships with people from all aspects of the commercial real estate industry.  The network has helped to fast-track my learning process and open doors to opportunities.

What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event?

My new member coffee has been my favorite event.  I was able to meet a lot of people and learn not just what they do, but who they are.  Our group is diverse and part of the fun is learning what people do when they are away from the industry.

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with?

I have only been a member for a year and I already have a long list of people that have influenced me and I have become friends with.  We’ve gone to lunch and cheered on our home teams at the Allegiant and T Mobile arenas.

What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community?

People always want to do business with other people they know, like and trust.  Maybe that’s why I like NAIOP so much.  I’d like to be known as the guy who built relationships and connections professionally and personally.

 

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Member Highlight – Ellie Solomon

Name: Ellie Solomon
Title: Solutions Consultant
Company: Network Security Associates
# years in the industry: 5 1/2

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas: 16 years ago, I left Turkmenistan for Las Vegas in search of new opportunities. Las Vegas quickly became my second home, filled with unforgettable experiences, personal growth, and joy. I feel proud of all that I’ve accomplished and am excited for what the future holds.

What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?

I have greatly expanded my knowledge of the latest developments in the CRE Southern Nevada through participating in  workshops and webinars, as well as taking in the insights of captivating guest speakers and panelists at the informative monthly networking breakfasts.

What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event?

I attended a Catholic Workers  event where the goal was to feed the homeless and provide them with care packages. The grateful expressions on the recipients’ faces and the sense of community at the event left me grateful for my own warm home and family, and inspired to continue helping those in need. And it reminded me of the importance of coming together as a community to support those who are less fortunate.

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with? 

There have been so many people who have influenced me along the way, both those who I’ve become close friends with and those who may not even know the impact they’ve had on me. But I really want to take a moment to acknowledge the Chapter Leadership. There are a lot of organizations in the Valley, but I have to say that NAIOP is my absolute favorite. It’s run so well, and the connections you make and the education and growth opportunities you get as a member are top-notch. I’m a new member and I already feel like it’s going to pay off in the profits I make.

What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community?

My legacy is that of a trusted technology advisor who transformed local businesses with innovative IT solutions. I was the go-to expert for construction firms, engineering firms, and architects, guiding them through the technology landscape. My commitment to streamlining systems, enhancing security, and improving efficiency left a lasting impact and will be remembered as a shining example of expertise and dedication.

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Member Highlight – Kris Fisher

Name: Kris Fisher
Title: Western Division Business Development Manager
Company: Universal Engineering Sciences
# years in the industry: 1 1/2

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas.  I’m originally from Orange County, CA. I came to Las Vegas in August of 1998 to go to school and play football at UNLV.

What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?  I have met plenty of wonderful people that are truly passionate about the growth and sustainability of our Las Vegas community, and I’m very grateful for that.

What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event?  I think the topics at the monthly breakfasts are fantastic! The panelists are generally very influential members in their categories and I’ve really come away from there with a lot of useful information.

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with? I have met a lot of great people at these events but one in particular stands out, Mr. Tito Tiberti. His family legacy is well known in this community and it has been great to talk to him about the history of Las Vegas and some of the significant events that have helped change the course of the city, as well as just getting to know him better.

What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community? Having raised children here, I’d love to be able to look back and know that my company had a lasting impact on the tremendous growth and transformation of Las Vegas from a small city in the desert, to a major metropolis on the West Coast.

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Member Highlight – Dean Willmore

Name: Dean Willmore, SIOR
Title: Executive Vice President
Company: CBRE
# years in the industry: 42

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas.  I was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona.  I have lived in Las Vegas since 1988.

What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?  NAIOP gave me a great platform to share my knowledge of Commercial Real Estate with our Members. NAIOP allowed me to participate as a Bus Tour Guide early on, which was invaluable to me.

What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event? I met my wife on the very first NAIOP Bus Tour. She was on my bus and I couldn’t take my eyes off her.

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with? I have met so many great people thru NAIOP, but Lee Phelps stands out as one of the first people I met. We became good friends and he was a very positive influence.

What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community? That I was a good Husband, Father and Friend.

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Member Highlight – Art Song

Name: Arthur Song
Title: Project Manager
Company: Perlman Architects
# years in the industry: 20

Where are you originally from and how long have you lived in Las Vegas. 

  • Los Angeles – Born
  • San Francisco – 5 years
  • Las Vegas – 5 years

What has NAIOP provided you that has helped you grow professionally or personally?  Great people, current information and valuable industry insight.

What has been your favorite experience or story that happened at NAIOP event? Line dancing at the Members Only Mixers at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country

Who have you met at a NAIOP event that has influenced you or that you have become close friends with? Christy Bojda has been great.

What do you want your legacy to be in the Southern Nevada community? To building trust with our community and to be helpful and courteous while housing all those without homes.

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