Elena Castor brings 30 years of insurance industry experience.  She operates as a trusted independent wholesaler, committed to equipping financial professionals with superior risk protection products and innovative solutions. For the past 15 years, her work has centered on the brokerage space, where she provides comprehensive offerings in life insurance, long-term care, and annuities. Elena enjoys developing  strategic, tax-efficient solutions for partner advisors, that optimize client outcomes. Her passion for long-term care consulting is evident in her educational, coaching-oriented approach, ensuring both individuals and businesses achieve financial security, while maintaining independence and peace of mind.

Elena is a Rotary Member of the Rotary Club of Reno, and the President of Truckee Meadows Toastmasters ....

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Alex Farside was born in Reno, and loves everything about Northern Nevada. He graduated from UNR with a Bachelors Degree in Finance with a minor in Economics. After college, he had 10 years of Account Management and Sales Management Experience. He then decided to use that experience to bet on himself. In 2019 he opened Coffee N' Comics, the first of its kind business. This unique coffee shop does more than just make a cup of coffee. They host events, sell Pokemon and Magic cards, offer food and non-coffee beverages, and they even have a bar in two of their locations! By combining all these elements, Coffee N' Comics stands out as a truly unique business model. The company just opened their 3rd location inside the Renaissance Hotel last month, and are hoping to start working on location #4 this year!

Brian Cassidy is a Reno-based entrepreneur, business broker, and former owner of Junk King Reno. With a background in employee benefits and a proven track record of building and selling a successful service business, Brian now helps others navigate the buying and selling of companies as part of the Keystone Business Advisors team. He's also a board member and past chair of the Reno+Sparks Chamber of Commerce, where he champions local business growth and regional economic development. Brian brings a hands-on perspective to entrepreneurship, small business operations, and strategic exits.

Edward Vento, DBA, is an accomplished leader with a distinguished career spanning business administration, international trade, economic development, and government affairs. As the Executive Director of the Contractors Association of Truckee Tahoe (CATT), he is a driving force behind industry advocacy, regulatory transparency, and business growth in the Truckee-Tahoe region.

With over 16 years of service as a United States Marine, Edward brings a disciplined, strategic, and mission-focused approach to leadership. His military background has honed his expertise in operations management, team development, and navigating complex organizational structures—skills that seamlessly translate into his work in the private sector.

Edward has extensive experience in economic development, working with both small and large businesses to create growth opportunities, drive workforce development, and foster public-private partnerships. His work has played a key role in strengthening local economies by supporting business-friendly policies and advocating for pragmatic, incentive-based solutions over regulatory mandates.

At CATT, he has led efforts to expand membership, enhance professional training programs, and ensure contractors have a strong voice in shaping policies that impact their industry. He is a staunch advocate for voluntary compliance in sustainability and decarbonization initiatives, ensuring that innovation does not come at the expense of financial burdens on homeowners and builders.

Beyond his professional achievements, Edward is passionate about fostering career pipelines in the trades, supporting small businesses, and ensuring a fair and transparent regulatory environment. His leadership continues to strengthen the construction industry’s role in economic growth and community development throughout Northern California and Northern Nevada.

CJ Meert, Licensed Loan Officer for NV, AZ, OR, CA, CO, FL, and GA.  I have been in home- lending for over 20 years.  Currently a mortgage broker for Arbor Financial Group. Prior to becoming a broker with Arbor I was an Area Sales Manager for South Pacific Financial (2014-2020), Retail Sales Manager Inspire Home Loans (2020-2022) and Retail Sales Manager for Ameritrust Home Mortgage 2022-2023.

One of my life’s passions is golf and helping to grow the game of golf. I serve as the President of Northern Nevada Golf Association, Vice President of the State of Nevada Golf Association, President of the Hidden Valley Country Club’s Men’s Golf Association and on the Board of Directors at Hidden Valley Country Club.

My other passion in life is coaching. I’m an Assistant Coach for girls’ soccer at Bishop Manogue Catholic Highschool.

I’m married to Allison Meert, we have 3 children Tyler, 20, Reagan, 16, and Charli Jaymes 7.

Phil MacDougall is the President and Executive Director of the National Automobile Museum, proudly recognized as one of America's Top 5 automobile museums in the country. The museum showcases an impressive collection of over 240 rare and unique collectible cars, housed within expansive galleries, vibrant street scenes, and an outdoor pavilion. It also features accompanying artifacts and a private movie theater, creating an unmatched visitor experience.

With over 30 years of diverse experience in marketing and sales, Phil has established himself as a leader in various sectors, including sports, the electronics industry, and the travel industry. His track record includes successfully spearheading global product development initiatives in Asia and Europe, along with driving impactful sales and service initiatives in professional sports and state chamber of commerce.

Phil's influence extends beyond the museum as he has taken an active role in community development programs. He coordinated one of the largest delegations of business, civic, and political representatives from the West Coast to Washington, D.C., demonstrating his leadership capabilities. Additionally, he has served on multiple non-profit boards and has held the position of National Director of Conferences for the Annual FBI National Leadership Conference.

Phil and his wife, Sheri, are proud parents of three children and grandparents to eight, all residing in Sparks, Nevada.