WhO We ARE
A business development organization serving Southern Nevada businesses, entrepreneurs, employers and community partners.
Our Mission: Build relationships that help businesses grow while supporting workforce development and economic opportunity.
OUR ECOSYSTEM
Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition
UNLV Lee Business School - Career & Professional Cevelopment
Congressional Recognition
As a Member of Congress, it is my privilege to recognize outstanding public achievements of the people who live in our Congressional district.
UNLV Lee Business School - Career & Professional Cevelopment
UNLV Lee Business School - Career & Professional Cevelopment
About the Office
The Career and Professional Development Office in LEE works with undergraduate and graduate business students to prepare them to pursue their career goals. Students receive assistance and guidance to successfully pursue internships and full-time employment and are provided opportunities to connect with employers. It is our
About the Office
The Career and Professional Development Office in LEE works with undergraduate and graduate business students to prepare them to pursue their career goals. Students receive assistance and guidance to successfully pursue internships and full-time employment and are provided opportunities to connect with employers. It is our goal to prepare LEE students to find a job after graduation by providing a wide variety of career resources and events, and by delivering effective, individualized career assistance.
Harry Reid Reserch & Technology Park
The four-story innovation building is the first project completed as part of a master-planned development envisioned by UNLV, the UNLV Research Foundation, and Gardner Company for the tech park.
The centerpiece of the building is Black Fire Innovation, a technology hub where new gaming and hospitality
Harry Reid Reserch & Technology Park
The four-story innovation building is the first project completed as part of a master-planned development envisioned by UNLV, the UNLV Research Foundation, and Gardner Company for the tech park.
The centerpiece of the building is Black Fire Innovation, a technology hub where new gaming and hospitality concepts are created and tested in a 43,000-square-foot innovation space that includes elements of mock hotel rooms, a casino floor, sportsbook, esports studio, and virtual reality facilities.
Address
Harry Reid Research & Technology Park
8400 W. Sunset Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89113
Leeadership
William Pettaway ll, CEO, Founder, & Chairman
Consandra Amerson, Director of Membership
Consandra Amerson, Director of Membership
William Pettaway II is a modern-day Renaissance Man with over 35 years of business leadership experience. His career journey bridges industries, from fashion and media to corporate management and community development.
A former national runway model with the Ebony Fashion Fair, William also held leadership and corporate roles with respect
William Pettaway II is a modern-day Renaissance Man with over 35 years of business leadership experience. His career journey bridges industries, from fashion and media to corporate management and community development.
A former national runway model with the Ebony Fashion Fair, William also held leadership and corporate roles with respected organizations including the Golden State Warriors, UPS, Wyndham Worldwide, and the Greenspun Media Group.
A graduate of Saint Mary’s College of California, William is also a licensed Real Estate Agent and Mortgage Broker, and a proud alumnus of the International School of Hospitality in Las Vegas. His well-rounded expertise reflects a lifelong commitment to excellence, innovation, and service.
William’s leadership philosophy is grounded in integrity, collaboration, innovation, and excellence—core values that define both his personal journey and his mission for the South Vegas Chamber of Commerce. Under his guidance, the Chamber is dedicated to uplifting, empowering, and connecting the business community across South Las Vegas and Henderson.
“Welcome to the South Vegas Chamber of Commerce—where leadership meets innovation, and community thrives.”
Consandra Amerson, Director of Membership
Consandra Amerson, Director of Membership
Consandra Amerson, Director of Membership
Derrick Jackson, Board Member, High Performance Coach
Consandra Amerson, Director of Membership
Derrick Jackson, Board Member, High Performance Coach
Dr. Derrick “Coach DJ” Jackson is a
high-performance coach and business consultant helping entrepreneurs and organizations accelerate growth through clarity, discipline, and strategic execution. Known for training Olympians and World Champions, he brings the same high-intensity excellence to business development, leadership, and success p
Dr. Derrick “Coach DJ” Jackson is a
high-performance coach and business consultant helping entrepreneurs and organizations accelerate growth through clarity, discipline, and strategic execution. Known for training Olympians and World Champions, he brings the same high-intensity excellence to business development, leadership, and success planning.
As the founder of Blueprint2Prosperity.com,
Coach DJ provides Chamber members with performance strategies, business structure guidance, and actionable roadmaps to achieve long-term prosperity.
Board of Governing Directors
Lloyld Nelson - Board Chair
Alicia Taylor - Board Member
Alicia Taylor - Board Member
Alicia Taylor - Board Member
Alicia Taylor - Board Member
Alicia Taylor - Board Member
Darius Toston - Board Member
Alicia Taylor - Board Member
Darius Toston - Board Member
Our Team
Anita Bey, Director of Women Owned Businesses
Anita Bey, Director of Women Owned Businesses
Anita Bey, Director of Women Owned Businesses
Amy Dibwa, Ambassador
Anita Bey, Director of Women Owned Businesses
Anita Bey, Director of Women Owned Businesses
South Vegas Chamber is located at 1525 S. Valley View Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89118
