Please join UNLV Eats in welcoming Alicia Avist as the new marketing manager.

Avist brings extensive experience in casino hospitality, supported by a strong foundation in strategic marketing and advertising. Her background includes developing integrated marketing initiatives, strengthening brand visibility, and aligning marketing efforts with operational and business objectives. She is known for a results-driven approach and a collaborative leadership style. In her role, Avist will focus on advancing the UNLV Eats brand, driving engagement across campus, and supporting overall growth initiatives through thoughtful, data-informed marketing strategies. She places a strong emphasis on clear communication, cross-functional collaboration, and cultivating a high-performing, inclusive team environment.

Avist is a proud native of Las Vegas who has been married to her junior high sweetheart for 13 years. She is a devoted mother of four, and her secret hobby — known only to a lucky few — is singing. Welcome to UNLV!