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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
Since 2019, as CORE Construction’s Executive Vice President for Nevada, Mark ensures every client CORE serves receives the highest level of personalized care for every project. Mark’s passion is client Trust. He cares deeply about CORE’s reputation, partnerships and providing the highest quality and services, as well as most honest and best value possible. He has worked in the Las Vegas Valley and for the Public Works sector for nearly 35 years. He began as an owner in a local architectural firm designing and overseeing projects for Public Works clients for nearly 12 years. He clearly understands the expectations of the public sector, as he then directed numerous projects for over 16 years as the City Architect for the City of Henderson. His focus has always been delivering projects using CMAR or Construction Manager at Risk as he has implemented dozens of projects with his trusted approach, while always involving every stakeholder to ensure each individual receives the highest level of services expected.
