Nevada Business Hall of Fame
Recognizing the state’s top business leaders
The Nevada Business Hall of Fame recognizes professionals who have shaped our state's economic trajectory and community fabric. Each honoree embodies the spirit of Nevada’s entrepreneurial landscape through their innovative thinking, resilience, dedication, and reverberating impact beyond their respective industries.
Nevada Business Hall of Fame, previously held from 2002 to 2016, returned in 2024 after a seven-year hiatus. Former inductees include key names in Las Vegas’s history. Each honoree is highly respected, exemplifies business achievement and community leadership, and has contributed significantly to the state’s economic growth and prosperity.
Nevada Business Hall of Fame Inductees
Nevada Business Hall of Fame inductees pioneer initiatives, display an unwavering commitment to excellence and have a strong drive for success in their businesses while fostering a culture of growth and prosperity statewide. They are visionary leaders whose steadfast contributions will inspire future generations to pursue their aspirations while advancing Nevada’s foundation.
Selection Process
The selection process for inductees into the Nevada Business Hall of Fame is rigorous and comprehensive, ensuring that only the most deserving candidates are honored. Inductees represent a diverse range of industries, including but not limited to technology, hospitality, gaming, real estate, finance, and healthcare.
Nominees are evaluated on the following items:
- Significant contributions to Nevada's economy and community
- Exemplary leadership qualities and innovative approaches in their respective fields.
- Impact on Nevada's business landscape that shapes its trajectory and fosters growth and prosperity.
- Displays the highest standards of achievement, resilience, and dedication.
- Aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders who inspire others to pursue excellence and make meaningful contributions to the state's economic and social well-being.
- A diverse selection committee, including members from outside the Lee Business School, reviews all nominations to determine the next inductee.
Past Inductees
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
Lee Thought Leader
In 2024, the Lee Thought Leader Series, an endowed speaker series created from the initial gift from the Lee Family to the business school, was presented for the first time at the Nevada Business Hall of Fame. The lecture series features highly accomplished, visionary, and internationally recognized individuals in the business community. Distinguished business leaders and innovators are invited to engage with campus and the community to discuss current issues and trends and their individual leadership philosophy.
- 2024: Daniel Lamarre
- 2020: Erik Brynjolfsson
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