Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley Joins Dynamic Roster of Speakers at Inaugural “Business of Her” Conference at SAHARA Las Vegas on November 15, 2025

LAS VEGAS (Aug. 5, 2025) – The inaugural “Business of Her” conference, presented by Alexis Meruelo, Chief Vision and Purpose officer for SAHARA Las Vegas, overseeing all corporate social responsibility efforts across the property, will take place on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. Hosted at SAHARA Las Vegas, the event is designed to empower women to take their careers to the next level, and will feature an exciting lineup of influential speakers, including Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley, alongside other trailblazing women such as Angélica Vale, Lauren Lopez, Ericka Avilas, Nikki Fargas, Azin Radsan van Alebeek, Catherine Gray, Jes Wolfe, Juanny Romero, Moncy Trejo and others.
 
“We’re thrilled to have Mayor Shelley Berkley join us as a featured speaker,” said Alexis Meruelo, founder of “Business of Her. “Her leadership and dedication to our city make her the perfect example of the power of women in positions of influence. Her insights will be invaluable to our attendees, who are looking to make a difference in their own lives and communities with their careers.”
 
The one-day Business of Her conference will feature expert-led panels, networking opportunities, and breakout discussion groups, providing attendees with the tools, resources, and confidence to develop clear career paths, gain confidence, and make meaningful strides in their professional journeys. As part of the event, Business of Her will host a competition for female entrepreneurs, offering a $10,000 grant to the winner, generously sponsored in part by Aristocrat Gaming in partnership with Enthuse Foundation. Female small business owners are invited to apply for the competition and the top three businesses will be selected to present their business in a live pitch session in front of a panel of esteemed female leaders, where they will showcase their entrepreneurial vision and future goals. Applications for the competition are open now through Sept. 26, 2025 on the “Business of Her” website. The day will culminate in a Prosecco & Pinot Party at AZILO Ultra Lounge, where the competition winner will be announced. Attendees of the “Business of Her” conference can enjoy a special hotel rate at SAHARA Las Vegas, with no resort fees for early registrants. The rate is available for stays from Nov. 14-16, 2025, offering the convenience of staying right where the event is happening. Rooms are limited, so early booking is encouraged. In addition, attendees can take advantage of an exclusive 20 percent discount to see “Magic Mike Live” during the conference weekend. The discount is valid for all performances from Nov. 12-16, 2025, subject to availability.
 
Tickets are now available through Eventbrite, priced at $350 each until Sept. 1, 2025, and will then increase to $450. Prices shown at check-out include Nevada sales tax and Eventbrite fees.
 
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit businessofher.com.
 
About “Business of Her:”
“Business of Her” is a groundbreaking conference dedicated to empowering women in Las Vegas to take action in their careers, build meaningful connections, and become the leaders of tomorrow. Founded by Alexis Meruelo, “Business of Her” provides a platform for women to develop career roadmaps, gain confidence, and find inspiration from trailblazing women across various industries. The conference includes expert speakers, networking opportunities, and a small business competition with a $10,000 grant for the winner. Tickets and more information can be found at businessofher.com.
 
ABOUT SAHARA LAS VEGAS
SAHARA Las Vegas is an all-encompassing resort and casino with 1,613 guest rooms and suites in three distinctive towers, more than 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, The Pool and a collection of acclaimed restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. The 60,000-square-foot casino features elegant designs and a newly expanded slot floor with approximately 30 of the latest slot machines from the world’s top gaming content creators, bringing the total to more than 650 machines. The casino features more than 30 classic table games, the Infinity High Limit Lounge and a sports book operated by global gaming leader William Hill. An impressive selection of culinary and cocktail offerings includes Maroon, a Caribbean Steakhouse by James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi (opening late 2025); Balla Italian Soul, by James Beard Award-winning chef Shawn McClain; famed Philadelphia sports bar Chickie’s & Pete’s; The Noodle Den; AZILO Ultra Lounge; CASBAR Lounge; Uno Más; Prendi; The Tangier; and Zeffer’s Café. SAHARA Las Vegas is also proud to serve as home to MAGIC MIKE LIVE Las Vegas presented by Channing Tatum. SAHARA Las Vegas players can also enjoy the perks of an Infinity Rewards membership, a joint loyalty program between SAHARA and its sister property Grand Sierra Resort and Casino Reno, which gives players the opportunity to earn and redeem rewards across both destinations. SAHARA Las Vegas is a minority-owned business certified by the Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council. For more information, please visit saharalasvegas.com and stay connected on Instagram, Facebook and X.
 
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