Black Fire Innovation
Located at the Harry Reid Research and Technology Park, Black Fire Innovation serves to accelerate innovation for hospitality, gaming and entertainment. Opened in 2020 in collaboration with Caesars Entertainment Corporation, this living lab is ideal for engaging in cutting edge translation research and innovation. Within the facility, industry can work with researchers, students, and entrepreneurs to create disruptive innovations. As the home to both tech developments and early stage startups, Black Fire will have a resounding impact for decades to come.
Engage With UNLV Through Black Fire
Collaborative Partnerships
One of the strategic goals of Black Fire is to foster more engagement and collaboration from associated companies with UNLV. Through the use of internships, research, consulting and other projects, partner companies gain access to one of the nation’s top tier research universities.
For more information, contact the UNLV Office of Economic Development.
Discover Rebel Work@BlackFire
UNLV is set to ignite innovation and foster entrepreneurial spirit with RebelWork@BlackFire. This office space is situated on the west side of the third floor and offers long-term leasable space. It is an exceptional opportunity for businesses to engage with UNLV, which positions itself as a catalyst for innovation in the vibrant Las Vegas tech ecosystem.
For more information about Rebel Work @BlackFire, contact RealEstate@unlv.edu.
Rent an Event Space at Black Fire Innovation
The spaces within Black Fire Innovation lab, conference room, and Rebel Work@BlackFire are available as a venue for academic or business events. Rates are determined for Black Fire partners and non-profits, internal UNLV events, student organizations, and public events. If interested in booking an event, please complete the form via the link below. A member of our staff will contact you as soon as possible. For urgent inquires only, please email Nicole.Bayreder@unlv.edu following your completion of the form.
Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities & Collaborations
As an innovation hub, our goal is to be a bridge between the vast expertise of UNLV and the private sector. This goal presents a unique opportunity for our sponsors to engage with a dynamic ecosystem at the forefront of gaming, hospitality, and entertainment.
By becoming a sponsor of Black Fire Innovation, your organization can engage in groundbreaking research, explore emerging technologies, and gain access to valuable faculty and student resources. Sponsors also have a special platform to showcase their innovative products in a unique facility, collaborate with student researchers, and demonstrate thought leadership in the industry.