Industry Professionals 06-16-26

image of Rick Arndt, Jarred Canepa-Rotoli, Axel Loehden, and Gonzalo Arellano.
Credit: Northern Nevada Business Weekly

Awards & Accolades

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LVGEA’s VP of Business Development & Foreign Direct Investment, Emma Keserich, was recently named one of Consultant Connect’s 2026 Top 50 Economic Developers in North America.

List of award recipients from Consultant Connect
Credit: Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance
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PK Electrical’s Karen Purcell recently received the 2026 NCEES Western Zone Distinguished Service Award. The award is intended to celebrate those who have made impactful contributions to engineering/land surveying.

Image of Karen Purcell receiving the NCEES Western Zone Distinguished Service award.
Credit: Nevada Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors/LinkedIn

Company News

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The PENTA Building Group has relocated its headquarters to Henderson. Along with this move, PENTA introduced PENTA Cares, a charitable initiative for the Henderson community.

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NAI Alliance announced Derek Carroll has been promoted to VP. In its announcement NAI Alliance said, “Derek has consistently demonstrated exceptional market expertise, dedication and a commitment to delivering top-tier results for his clients.”

Image of Derek Carroll folding his arms with text about his promotion.
Credit: NAI Alliance/LinkedIn
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Gilbane Building has announced key leadership promotions within its Nevada operations, including the appointment of Rich Arndt as Nevada Business Leader. In this role, Arndt will guide Gilbane’s continued work in the state, strengthen strategic client partnerships and support project teams delivering complex projects throughout the region. The company also promoted Jarred Canepa-Rotoli to Project Executive, Axel Loehden to General Superintendent and Gonzalo Arellano to Project Manager.

image of Rick Arndt, Jarred Canepa-Rotoli, Axel Loehden, and Gonzalo Arellano.
Credit: Northern Nevada Business Weekly
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