The Department of Finance Advisory Board is a group of distinguished industry leaders and experts who provide strategic guidance and support to the department. Committed to advancing academic excellence and fostering strong industry partnerships, the board helps shape the future of finance education and research. Their insights and expertise enhance the department's mission to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the ever-evolving financial landscape.

• Phillip Chou, Senior Managing Director
  AmbroseAdvisors
• Shang Chou, Managing Partner

  Caerus Investment Advisors

• Zach Conine, Nevada State Treasurer
• Kenny Daniels, Managing Director and President of Investments
  Sahara Investment Group
• Randy Gabe, SVP/Chief Admin Officer
  Southwest Gas Corporation
• David Garcia, Managing Director
  J.P. Morgan Private Bank
• Randy Garcia, Founder and CEO
  Investment Counsel Company
• Jeff Garon, Managing Principal
  Clear Vision Advisors
• Davide Giampa, Vice President – Corporate Finance
  MGM Resorts International
• Phyllis Gurgevich, President
  Nevada Bankers Association
• Jag Mehta, President
  CFA Society Nevada
• Ceylan Ozdemir, Board Member & Secretary, CFA Society Nevada
• Howard Rhee, Managing Director
  GFI Group
• Emily Stevens, VP of Business Development - RIZE Credit Union & President of the Board of Trustees, Clark County School District (CCSD)
• Adam Thurgood, Managing Partner
  Hightower Las Vegas
• Diane Tuntland, Founder, CEO & CIO

  Endowment Partners

• Andrew Whalen, Founder and CEO
  Whalen Financial
• Ken Winans, President & CIO
  Winans Investments & Winans Commodities