Jeff Lund is a seasoned professional with a multifaceted 20+ year career in the entertainment industry including iconic entities like Cirque du Soleil, Spiegelworld and Meow Wolf, where he has consistently demonstrated his expertise in fostering innovative ideas and driving significant business growth across the entertainment industry. With a keen eye for emerging market trends and a deep understanding of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, Jeff has effectively leveraged his skills to mentor and guide aspiring Entrepreneurs, Artists, and Creatives towards realizing their full potential. In his latest endeavor, Jeff has embraced the world of broadcasting as the host of KUNV 91.5 radio show, City of Dreams: Unveiled. This platform is a testament to his commitment to giving a voice to Creatives, Entrepreneurs, and Artists, allowing them to showcase their dreams and stories. Through this initiative, Jeff aims to inspire listeners by bringing to light the journeys, failures, challenges, and successes of today's visionaries, thereby fostering a community of like-minded individuals who are driven to make a positive difference in the world while creating more art.

Aminah Abdul Jillil is the founder and creative director of Aminah Abdul Jillil and oversees all categories of the Aminah Abdul Jillil brand including design, marketing and development. Aminah was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska where she fed her early passion for dance and performing arts. She went on to fulfill a life long dream in dance and entertainment, performing with some of the biggest names in music including Britney Spears and Janet Jackson and later Cirque du Soleil. Aminah began her career as a footwear designer in 2012 when she first launched her namesake company Aminah Abdul Jillil. She used her love of costumes, movement and performance to transition into the fashion industry with no traditional training in business or design. in a symphony of style and passion, Aminah was able to bring her vision to life. constructing her very first prototypes by hand. early life experiences in dance and performance gave Aminah the tools to live in the creative space of expression and freedom and so began her journey... What makes Aminah's designs unique is her excitement to "try something different" believing that getting lost in the moment...the details... is a wonderful place to be found. Every shoe reflects an attention to detail that sets her apart in the vast world of fashion and footwear.

Dina Emerson, mezzo-soprano and actor, has been living in Las Vegas for over 20 years. She first came to replace the lead singer at O by Cirque du Soleil and subsequently moved to Mystère by Cirque du Soleil where she sang over 5,000 shows. Since leaving Mystère in 2017, Dina has appeared in plays, operas and concerts around the Las Vegas valley as well as in NYC and the SF Bay Area. Before coming to Las Vegas, she lived in New York and was sought after for her ability to be a “vocal chameleon”. She toured the world with MacArthur award winning Meredith Monk & Vocal Ensemble and many other projects. She is also a vocal coach specializing in acting & staging lessons for singers.

Eric Adams is the founder of Dog and Whistle, a Las Vegas-based company producing sustainable dog treats by upcycling otherwise wasted food products. His innovative approach not only reduces food waste but also pioneers environmental responsibility in the pet food industry. Before starting Dog and Whistle, Eric engaged in various ventures, always emphasizing sustainability and ethical practices. Under his leadership, Dog and Whistle has grown into a brand celebrated for its impact on pets, owners, and the planet.

Before moving to Las Vegas from New York City Ginger was a Portland Opera Resident Artist. While in NYC Ginger was well received by The New York Times and Opera News in the New York debut of An Incomplete Education, with The Bronx Opera, in which she sang the lead role of Gontron le Comte. In her professional operatic career Ginger performed with Palm Beach Opera, Dicapo Opera Theater, Pacific Opera, Opera In The Heights, Natchez Opera Festival, Portland Opera, Opera Astoria and the National Lyric Opera, singing the roles of Queen of the Night, Lucia di Lammermoor, Donna Anna, Madame Goldentrill, Constanza, Gilda, Cunegonda, Miss Wordsworth, Violetta, Musetta, Lady with a Hand Mirror, and Nella among others. Ginger also performs in concert across the country with her TechnOpera band OperaRisque’. Ginger is also a member of Actor's Equity and has performed as Irene Molloy in Hello Dolly, Madame de le Grande Bouche (The Wardrobe) in Beauty and the Beast, Ellie Mae in Showboat, Lucy in The Telephone, Nellie Forbush in South Pacific, Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady, Carrie Pipperidge in Carousel , Velma in Chicago, Rose Murrant in Street Scene, and Clara in Passion. As a member of SAG Ginger can be found on the big screen in the movie, Find Me Guilty, starring Vin Diesel and in the award winning short film Cold Dark Night Of Brilliance, in the role of the “Angel of Mercy” in which she performed and recorded the title track and is also the voice the “Laughing Opera Singer” in the Fandango commercials in theaters nationwide. After relocating to Las Vegas with her husband Christiaan, Ginger co-founded Vegas City Opera with Skip Galla Katipunan, and continues to perform with the company. Ginger feels very lucky to have found an amazing group of talented people to work with and call friends here at Vegas City Opera.

Jessica works in film, animation, collage, photography, and installation in order to rekindle a sense of surprise and curiosity about invisible, overlooked aspects of the everyday. Her feature films (Beetle Queen Conquers Tokyo (2009), Aatsinki: The Story of Arctic Cowboys (2013), The Vanquishing of the Witch Baba Yaga (2014), and One Man Dies a Million Times (2019)) have won dozens of awards and been shown at festivals including Sundance, SXSW, and Tribeca as well playing theatrically around the world. The Criterion Collection recently hosted a retrospective of her documentary features. Jessica’s work in stop-motion animation, creating educational content for TED and other online networks (Mysteries of Vernacular (2011), In a Moment of Vision (2017), and Memoirs of Vegetation (2020)) have been used in classrooms and enjoyed by millions of viewers. Recently, Jessica has poured her efforts into curating and running a gallery/museum devoted to the minuscule, the forgotten, & the discarded — an interactive manifestation of nostalgia. Through this “museum" (called the Office of Collecting and Design), Jessica presents various associated traveling exhibits, installations, and workshops around the US.

Joey Borgogna is the Founder of Novel Eye Productions where he builds upon a combined 20 years experience as an actor, talent agent, social impact producer, and facilitator, to coach individuals and organizations in empathetic storytelling. He currently serves as Director of the Speranza Foundation where he nurtures the personal and practical development for multidisciplinary artist cohorts within the Lincoln City Fellowship, and as Creative Producer for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles. His work is inspired by a myriad of humanitarian and cultural expeditions spanning 21 countries on 5 continents, Diana Castle’s The Imagined Life, C.S. Lewis, an ex-roping American Paint Horse named Bailey, his wife Lauren and two children, Siena and Wyatt. He holds degrees in Theater and Communications from the University of Southern California.

Josh Levine, Founder of Fired Up Management, has evolved beyond its renowned Burning Man style artistry into a unique creative consultancy. With over two decades of experience, Josh, a powerhouse Las Vegas art curator, has facilitated major art installations and builds community partnerships. He passionately believes that everyone is an artist, guiding his innovative projects.

Kathy Treat is the President of the Speranza Foundation which she founded in 2008. Her philanthropic work supports artists and other change makers who are engaged in restoring and inspiring humanity. Kathy is a member of World Vision’s Strong Women Strong World Council, a group of women committed to ending extreme poverty by empowering women and girls. Other areas of interest include HIV/AIDS, clean water initiatives, and other equality projects. She lives in New York City.

As a kid, I never got the 64 color crayon box with the cool sharpener. Unknowingly, the box of 8 primary hues provided me with everything I needed to illustrate my life. I discovered by finding a complimentary color on the other side of the box, I was able to mix things up and create something special. I never colored outside of the lines but always thought outside of the box. So in the realm of "Show Business" this juxtaposition always leveraged my ability to maintain my own unique career. Reaching the pinnacle of Theatrical Costuming and Wardrobe at Cirque du Soleil provided me with the knowledge to thrive among extraordinary visionaries and epic commerce. For 16 years I have lead teams at 3 hospitality properties for MGM Resorts. Under the division of Entertainment, I have been able to contribute and create on 5 Cirque productions viewed by millions. I supported Artistically, and provided a work environment of productivity and inclusion. The corporate structure MGM Resorts and high standards of Cirque allowed me to flourish in the Business side of "Show". Life in the Arts is connective. My stage background is key when commanding meetings, giving lectures, presenting ideas, hosting events or conducting interviews. As an Artist I have tools to visually impact ones thoughts.They can be seen in many of my Marketing displays, Press Events, Stage Designs or awarding winning Paintings. I have stood alone and exposed my soul for millions who watched TV. The winning results showed that I can achieve success not only for myself but those I join. I pride myself in saying I have never held a "real" job, but the reality remains if you are doing what you are passionate about and destined to do, it's not a job. It's taking the 8 colors you earned and making your own masterpiece to share.

Shannan is sought after as a Comic Act Designer, Acting Coach, Director, Writer and Show Creator. Her projects range from the world’s biggest theatre stage featuring over 100 artists with a production budget of 12 million euros, to a late night clown soiree featuring 11 Cirque du Soleil artists with a budget of five thousand US dollars. She has collaborated with artists in internationally acclaimed companies Circus Oz, Legs on the Wall, Circus Monoxide, Circus WOW, Crazy Horse Paris, Spiegelworld, Blue Man Group, The Second City, Cirque du Soleil and Berlin's Friedrichstadt-Palast. In any collaboration, what Calcutt is renowned for is her individual and intimate approach, encouraging artists to push the boundaries of what’s acceptable and embedding a confidence that allows them to work at their greatest potential.

Founder, Chief Creative Officer, Graphic Designer, Artist, Gallery Director Victoria Hart, a multi-media designer who creates works on the Mac and the canvas, glass, metal and any added curio that capture her fancy. Captured fancy is a way of life for Victoria, in and out of the job description, as both an art collector, mid century modern enthusiast and as the owner of Pink Kitty Creative. In the past few years Victoria has had the amazing opportunity of branding the City of Las Vegas, in addition to decor, design, and wayfinding for the retail spaces of Half Bird Chicken & Beer, Thrive Cannabis Marketplace and the upscale boutiques The Love Store. ​ Victoria grew up in Washington, attended the Art Institute of Seattle and graduated with a degree in commercial art. Fearing she was beginning to rust, Victoria headed for warmer climate and settled in Las Vegas in 1993. Formerly the creative director of award-winning gaming company Westwood Studios and premier design firm CDI Studios, Victoria has years of experience in smart design, branding and marketing. Her esthetically acute observational skills, intuitive eye, and passion for great design gives her significant insight into the world design and marketing.