VEGAS VISIONARIES

Visionary Minds Unite

Connect. Discuss. Succeed.

Vegas Visionaries is a group created by Search Heights’ founder Sarah Preble to facilitate professional connections and collaboration among forward-thinking leaders and innovators in the Las Vegas community. Our mission is to create a dynamic group where leaders in Las Vegas across all areas of the organization can come together to share ideas, resources, and connections.

Mission Statement

Vegas Visionaries is dedicated to facilitating professional connections and collaboration among forward-thinking leaders and innovators in the Las Vegas community.

Purpose

Our purpose is to create a vibrant environment where members can share ideas, explore collaboration, and contribute to the growth and development of Las Vegas. We strive to foster a sense of community among like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in our epic city!

Goal

We aspire to build a community that thrives on connection, innovation, and the collective goal of enhancing our city's dynamic landscape.

Future Events

VEGAS VISIONARIES

WINTER MIXER

December 10

Las Vegas, NV

Join us for a mixer designed to bring together leaders and innovators in our community. This gathering will provide a unique opportunity to share ideas and perspectives, and explore new connections!

Previous Events

VEGAS VISIONARIES

FALL MIXER

September 25, 2024 | Summerlin

Event Recap & Key Discussion Points

The inaugural Vegas Visionaries event on 9/25 showcased the dynamic evolution of Las Vegas's economic landscape, highlighting both challenges and opportunities in the region's pursuit of diversification. Among the Vegas Visionaries who attended, we had CFOs, VPs of Finance & Accounting, a Chief Talent Officer, a Strategy & Business Analytics Officer, a VP of Capital Markets & Investor Relations, and a Corporate Controller.

Of the 10 people in attendance, it was 50/50 split between public and private companies. Industries represented included healthcare, hospitality, e-commerce, technology, manufacturing, venture capital, construction & home building, and real estate.

We had a robust discussion on topics including the pressures facing finance leaders, the challenges of hiring top accounting & finance talent to support company growth, and the exciting diversification of industries and companies to the Las Vegas market.

CFO Challenges:

  • Talent acquisition and retention

  • Adapting to technological changes

  • Balancing cost-cutting with growth investments

  • Managing economic uncertainties

Accountant Shortage:

  • 340,000 fewer accountants than five years ago

  • Declining CPA exam candidates

  • Factors: perception issues, lower salaries, certification barriers, automation

  • 75% of public accounting CPAs expected to retire within 15 years

Las Vegas Economic Diversification:

  • Focus on technology, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics

  • Notable projects: Haas Automation's $327 million facility, UNLV's medical school

  • Leveraging strengths in sports, tourism, and entertainment

While Las Vegas continues to leverage its strengths in hospitality and entertainment, it's making significant strides in diversifying its economy. The city faces challenges, particularly in addressing skill shortages in critical sectors like accounting but is actively working to create a more resilient and varied economic base for the future.

Search Heights welcomes the opportunity to meet with you to review these topics and discuss how we may be able to help you to develop your teams.

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