Mindy Hamilton is the franchise owner of BONDED Jewelry and the founder of Hamilton Hats and Hamilton Hat Lounge, experiential brands blending craftsmanship, hospitality, and elevated personal style. Raised on a horse farm in Ohio, Mindy spent her early years training and riding Western pleasure and barrel horses, developing the discipline, grit, and authenticity that continue to define her entrepreneurial journey.

After beginning her career in finance, Mindy relocated to Las Vegas, where she later launched her first business as a social media and content manager, helping independent businesses and franchises grow their presence and profitability. In 2022, she acquired territorial rights to BONDED Jewelry in Las Vegas and the Pebble Beach area. Her vision and leadership led her to purchase the national franchise, expanding BONDED into multiple cities across the country. In 2025, she further expanded her creative footprint by founding Hamilton Hats and Hamilton Hat Lounge.

Today, Mindy’s brands operate both from their signature speakeasy studio in Las Vegas and their coastal cowgirl studio in Carmel-by-the-Sea, as well as through a traveling team delivering luxury event activations nationwide. A proud mother of three and devoted wife, Mindy leads with authenticity, generosity, and a belief in empowering others. A self-proclaimed girls’ girl who never gatekeeps success, she finds joy in espresso martinis, live music, fresh air, and building brands that create connection and unforgettable experiences.

Britt Whalen is the founder of La CRITIQUE, Vegas’s CX authority built on earned credibility and a commitment to raising experience standards. Across two decades of work in luxury hospitality, sales, operations, and consulting, she helps organizations evaluate and improve real guest experience through research-backed CX principles and consumer psychology. A second-generation Vegas native, Britt brings a high-standards, real-world perspective shaped by one of the most demanding hospitality markets in the world.

Find out more at: LaCritiqueLV.com

Amanda Joy Christensen is a hospitality professional, storyteller, and creator of the Vegas-based podcast, Valley Views. With over twenty years of experience across nearly every facet of the hospitality industry, Amanda has become a voice for the unsung heroes who power the city behind the scenes.

Amanda has worked alongside legends and visionaries during the downtown Las Vegas renaissance. Her experiences taught her both the beauty and burnout of an industry that often demands everything and can give very little in return. The 2020 shutdown was a turning point that revealed how fragile the illusion of status can be—and clarified her mission to serve with a deeper purpose. In 2024, Amanda launched Valley Views, a podcast within the community honoring the voices of hospitality: creators, caregivers, small business owners, and culture-shapers. It’s a legacy project born of hard-earned wisdom, emotional grit, and unwavering belief in serving people the honorable way. In 2025, Amanda was nominated for Forbes Entrepreneur of Impact, among small business innovators leading the next generation of legacy leaders.

You can listen to episodes of Valley Views on Spotify. Connect with Amanda on her social media accounts:

Instagram: @amandajoychristensen & @valley.views.podcast

LinkedIn : Amanda Joy Christensen

Amani Roberts, international keynote speaker, and global performer, is a renowned DJ, entrepreneur, award-winning professor, and USA Today’s best-selling author of “The Quiet Storm” and “DJs Mean Business”. With over 30 years in hospitality and 17 years in the music industry, he’s worked with global brands like Marriott, 7-11, and Chartmetric while generating millions of dollars in revenue. A sought-after speaker and co-host of the podcast Adventures in Business, Amani inspires professionals to unlock creativity, take risks, and increase their music business knowledge. His expertise has been featured in Forbes, People Magazine, NBC, and Yahoo! Finance. Tune in as I sit with Amani to talk about his newly released book and much more.

In this episode, I sit down with Shantel Love, keynote speaker and author of Promote Your D@mn Self. Shantel offers an eye-opening look at the strategies for getting noticed in today’s competitive world. With her candid approach, she emphasizes the importance of self-promotion and gives actionable advice on how to make your voice heard, even in crowded spaces. Her insights dive deep into the idea that the key to success is not just about what you know, but how well you can market what you do.

As an expert in building personal brands, Shantel sheds light on the power of owning your narrative. She encourages individuals to embrace their unique strengths and use them to stand out in a sea of competition. Through her practical advice and real-world examples, she empowers others to take charge of their personal and professional identities, ensuring they not only get noticed but thrive in the process.

Throughout her life, Gigi Roundtree has always felt a connection with People and Community. A Social Justice & Community Activist, Non-Profit Founder of Common Tree, 6x Author, and Business Consultant - all her work is rooted in being a voice for her Community and giving people tools to change their lives.

A few of Gigi's books she has published are: Note to Self, The Power of Motivation, The Power of Healing and Greater Self

A few or her books are listed below. For more information, please visit her website at www.gigiroundtree.com .

This week we sit down with Marissa Hawkins , entrepreneur and owner of several Massage Envy locations in the Las Vegas valley. Marissa talks about celebrating 19 years in business and being a co-author for the book “Women Who Boss Up in Las Vegas”. She opens up about being new grandmother and also shares her plan to write a new book in the coming year. Marissa is very passionate about giving back to the local community, and she continues to support local schools and healthcare workers any opportunity she has.

Janice Paligutan is not your typical dance studio owner. She's a multifaceted individual who seamlessly weaves together the worlds of dance and human resources. As one of the owners of Millennium Dance Complex Las Vegas, Janice is at the forefront of a vibrant dance community. Her studio offers more than 40 drop-in dance classes tailored for adult dancers of all levels. Beyond just providing classes, the studio offers performance opportunities for dancers to shine.

But Janice's story doesn't end on the dance floor. With an impressive career spanning over 25 years in Human Resources, Janice brings a unique perspective to the studio. Her expertise in HR has been instrumental in shaping the culture at Millennium Dance Complex. Drawing from years of experience, Janice understands the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, and this ethos resonates throughout the dance studio.

For more information on Millennium Dance Complex, please visit their website at https://mdclv.com.