Convene 2024 “Our Sustainable Future”

Welcome to the annual ConveneNV event, where thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers gather to discuss “Our Sustainable Future.” This year, we invite you to join us in bravely discussing Nevada’s most pressing and existential challenges of our time. Delve into conversations that will shape Nevada’s evolution through cutting-edge innovation and a commitment to triple bottom line (economic, environmental, and social) sustainability. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and empowered to create a better future for all. 

ConveneNV is where ideas meet action for a more sustainable tomorrow.

1:00 PM Welcome by Lauren Boitel, Executive Director, ImpactNV

1:05 PM Sponsor Moment: Kiersten Flint, Caesars Entertainment, Inc.

1:10 PM Framing: Master of Ceremonies, Miles Dickson, Nevada Grant Lab

1:20 PM “The Future of Water: From Conservation to Augmentation” Panel
Moderator: Dr. Kristopher Sanchez, Department of Business & Industry
Speakers:

• John Guillory, Nevada Division of Water Resources
• Dave Johnson, Southern Nevada Water Authority
• Dr. Sean McKenna, Desert Research Institute

2:20 PM ImpactNV Program Video: 10 Year, 100,000 Tree Program

2:25 PM “The Current Applications and Future Implications of AI” Panel
Moderator: Jill Tolles, The Guinn Center
Speakers:

• Michael Hanna Butros-Meyering, Office of the CIO
• John Restrepo, RCG Economic

3:25 PM ImpactNV Program Video: Nevada Policy Council on Human Trafficking

3:30 PM Coffee Break

3:45 PM Sponsor Moment: Will Batista, Southwest Gas Corporation

3:50 PM “Overcoming Structural Barriers for Nevada’s Future” Panel
Moderator: Commissioner Justin Jones, Clark County
Speakers:

• Jesse Murray, NV Energy
• Andrew Woods, Center for Business & Economic Research
• Dr. Tiffany Tyler-Garner, City of Las Vegas

4:50 PM ImpactNV Program Video: Buen Aire Para Todos

4:55 PM “The Future of Transportation” Panel
Moderator: Michael Gulich, MGM Resorts International
Speakers:

• Steve Hill, Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority
• Dr. Shashi Nambisan, UNLV Transportation Research Center
• Jacob Snow, AtkinsRealis
• Marco Velotta, City of Las Vegas

5:55 PM Closing Comments: Miles Dickson, Nevada Grant Lab

6:00 PM Reception