DELUXE VERSION
THE BEST IN SEA: CABO YACHT CHARTERS
ISSUE Nº21
FREE DELIVERY FO R ALL OF YOUR PRE S CRIPTION S
702.558.2382 aevapharmacy.com
E L I A B E A C H LV
E L I A B E A C H LV. C O M
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN SOUND, SUN & SAND
OPENING MARCH 2022
Come revel and immerse yourself in sound at Vegas’ most enticing new beach club, where toes belong in the sand and heads stay among the clouds. Submerge yourself in music and dance, and let summer finally begin.
E L I A B E A C H LV. C O M
PUBLISHING & EDITORIAL FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM
@deluxeversionmagazine
PUBLISHER: TIMOTHY HANCOCK CO-PUBLISHER: SHYON KEOPPEL
READ MORE ONLINE
www.deluxeversionmagazine.com
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: DANI REEVES MANAGING EDITOR: CHRIS SUMMERS CONTRIBUTING EDITOR: STACEY GUALANDI
CONTACT US
424.354.3904 media@dlxvrsn.com SCAN TO SUBSCRIBE TO OUR EMAIL LIST
CONTRIBUTING EDITOR: ASHLEE DEMARTINO TRAVEL EDITOR: FAISAL SUBLABAN BEAUTY EDITOR: AMANDA MAY INTERIOR DESIGN EDITOR: THOMAS BURGER EDITORIAL DIRECTOR: DANICA SERENA STOCKTON MARKETING DIRECTOR: GINA BLOCK CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: STACEY GUALANDI, DANICA STOCKTON, DAYNA ROSELLI, SARAH JENKINS, RYAN GILLUM, TAYLOR BURK, TINA LEWIS, TYLER ROBERTSON CREATIVE CONTRIBUTORS: MARCO TRANIELLO, ROBERT MORALES, WESTON HILL
SPECIAL THANKS JOHN KUNKEL, RONN NICOLLI, JARED GARCIA, JASON CRAIG KATHLEEN GUSTAFSON, TYRA BELL-HOLLAND
©2022 DLXVRSN MEDIA INC. 3773 HOWARD HUGHES PKWY SUITE 390N LAS VEGAS, NV 89169
THIS ISSUE ENTERTAINMENT
44 SUTTON STRACKE: MOGUL IN THE MAKING 47 THE GIFT THAT BOXING FANS HAVE LONG AWAITED 48 BRYAN ABASOLO CARRIES HIS STYLE & SUCCESS 50 CARVERSTEAK: ON THE CUTTING EDGE
TRAVEL 20 PARADISE IS PROFOUND 54 A JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY 56 CABO’S LUXURY YACHT EXPERIENCE 60 CRUISE FASHION 79 PALACE INTRIGUE
FEATURE STORIES 52 BRANDING BEAUTY WITH HEATHER MARIANNA 98 BLAZING THE WAY FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY 105 THE WORLD’S FINEST CANNABIS ESTABLISHMENT
INTERIORS+DESIGN 40 PANORAMA FROM HAUS OF DESIGN 80 AN ARCHITECTURAL EXPRESSION 82 BENTLEY MOTORS’ RESIDENTIAL FUTURE 86 HOME ETERNAL FROM THOMAS BURGER DESIGN 96 CAN’T FIND IT? FIX IT WITH JUAN RUBIO
FINE DINING 63 TASTE THE VIBE AT FUHU 65 THE BEST OF BARRY’S
79
66 SAFFRON THE VEGETARIAN EATERY 69 INTRODUCING DEVANT CHAMPAGNE
HEALTH & BEAUTY
65
71 ELEVATE IN THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY 72 BEAUTY EDITOR: TOP SPAS TO VISIT 74 NATURALLY SMOOTH SKIN FIRMING 107 NEW NON-INVASIVE TECHNOLOGY 115 MEET THE PRO: DR. HAYLEY BROWN 121 FIND PRP THERAPY AT SIKARA MEDSPA
BUSINESS & SUCCESS 17 INTRODUCING LOOP EXPERIENCES 43 PEERING AHEAD OF REAL ESTATE TRENDS 85 TIME TO BUY WITH RASMEEKA ONSTEAD 70 CHAUN WILLIAMS BEYOND THE STAGE 100 EMPIRE OF GLASS 102 CONFIDENCE WITH LEILA HALE 108 TOP TWENTY: PEOPLE OF THE YEAR 113 DR. FARNOUSH EXPANDS TO NEWPORT 114 NICK POMPONIO HANDS IN EVERY CASE 116 PHILANTHROPIST SPOTLIGHT 122-125 EXECUTIVE FEATURES
ISSUE Nº21 WINTER / SPRING 2022
e x ac t ly w h e r e yo u n e e d t o b e Legacy Club is an elegant rooftop lounge featuring hand-crafted cocktails and an outdoor terrace. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from Level 60 of Circa Resort & Casino. C I R C A L A S V E G A S . C O M
Dress code strictly enforced. Management reserves all rights.
Tech Spotlight
INTRODUCING LOOP EXPERIENCES
Michael DeLucca has a big presence with a big personality, and an even bigger idea. As the CEO of one of Las Vegas’ largest experiential travel agencies, Red Carpet VIP, Michael has managed over $100 million in revenue since the company’s inception, offering curated booking packages ranging from nightlife and festivals to private jets and hotels. Now he’s ready to disrupt the industry and turn it on its head. Hisnewcompan,y LopExperiences,isthefirstsocialtrav el app, transforming the way travel is discovered, trusted and booked. Think TikTok meets Expedia. Allowing users to share their bookable experiences within the app, seamlessly turns followers into customers.
“Travel booking sites are not cool, and lack the ability to capture the same user experience as social media. This void leaves travelers posting their experiences to social media platforms such as Facebook, 16 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Instagram or TikTok, but here’s the problem... it’s not bookable. Loop bridges the gap between social media and travel, making every piece of shared content instantly bookable within one ecosystem,” says DeLucca. Social media has become the number one way for people to share their travels with others. According to Travel Professional News, 87% of millennials look to social media for travel inspiration. Instead of reading reviews, comparing prices, and hoping for the best, Loop users can instantly book the exact same trip they are experiencing virtually. Influencers wil earn comission based on the amount f people that book a trip through their posts. By rewarding content creators for their efforts, Loop will incentivize people to share their stories with the world and help others book the best vacations of their lives.
“Reviews are good, but referrals are great. Why read through hundreds of reviews, when you can follow like-minded travelers who are doing the things you like?”
Jessica Tran, Engineer and Project Manager at Loop says, “With Loop’s advanced machine learning algorithm, we are able to provide highly curated experiences to the users’ individual feed. For the first time, bookable travel finds you.” This new feature is sure to grab the attention of the upcoming generation of travelers. Another facet of Loop is the play-to-earn model. Users will earn reward points when they visit certain sponsored sights during their travels: a gelato shop in Rome sponsoring the Spanish Steps, or a crepe stand in Paris sponsoring Notre Dame. Much like the wildly popular Pokémon Go, users
will be able to earn badges and level up as they progress along their journey. “By having our reward system monetized through paid partnerships, we are able to gamify travel in a way never seen before. The Loop leveling feature is both fun and interactive,andinspi wl er usersfin to demor authenticlocal experiences,” says DeLucca. Whetheryou’reaninfluenceroratech-savvytourist,Lop will give you the freedom to travel on your own terms, and reward you for doing it. Currently in its beta stage, the app will be available to the public in early June 2022.
— By Ryan Gillum Deluxe Version Magazine | 17
profound
PARADISE IS
On the Sea of Cortés in Baja, at the edge of the horizon, Viceroy Los Cabos is like no other place on earth. The architecturally stunning concept by Miguel Angel Aragonés lures you into a quiet state of mind with its cinematic views and striking architecture around every turn.
Top Destinations
Top Destinations
DELUXE VERSION READERS ARE INVITED TO ENJOY 10% OFF AVAILABLE RATES CODE: VICEROY10 www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/los-cabos *RESERVE DATES AVAILABLE THROUGH DECEMBER 15, 2022. SPECIAL OFFER ENDS MARCH 31, 2022.
NOTE
FROM
THE
PUBLISHER
Luxury Has It’s Thrills I recently had the pleasure of enjoying beachfront accommodat io ns, o cean - v iew sui tes, r eso r t spa, an d mul t i pl e fine di n ing experiences available at Viceroy Los Cabos. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed like family and are encouraged to explore the stunning architectural sanctuary from the suites to the sand. This property is one of several gems in the luxury hotel chain’s portfolio and Deluxe Version Magazine proudly recognizes Viceroy Los Cabos as a top luxury destination to visit in 2022. Just beyond the sand aboard Cabo Yacht Charters’ premium fleetfo floatgni si ryuexhtl advenerut fo afet i l per e.mi I son ally enjoyed a day on the 100-foot Number Juan fully tailored with a crew, cocktails, music, whale watching, and water activities. The private chef services truly made this charter a culinar y ex perience at sea. I have yet to find a yacht fleet more impressive than this one in Baja, it’s simply incredible. From our top destinations to your home, I expect you’ll enjoy this issue full of our favorites in travel, interior design, fine di ni g, an d even di ve i nto so m e t r ansfo r mat i ve exec utive stories. Luxury living is our thing, and we’ve done the research so you can skip right to the thrills. Sincerely,
Timothy Hancock Publisher Tim.Hancock@dlxvrsn.com Instagram: @TimothyHancock
PUBLISHER’S
LIST TAKE FLIGHT JSX
Semi-private flights jsx.com
RESORT STYLE INTERIORS POTTERY BARN potterybarn.com
APRES SKI FLAVORS CHICA ASPEN chicarestaurant.com
Referral Code: KWZJHZ
NOTE
FROM THE
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
On The Leading Edge Already, it has been an exciting start to our new year! We launched this season honoring our Top Twenty Doctors & Lawyers Of 2022 with stunning views atop Legacy Club in Las Vegas. I personally am thrilled to welcome the fabulous team at Circa Resort & Casino to our family. With this issue, we are honored to feature the founders of Jardin Premium Cannabis Dispensary; this is history in the making for the spectrum of wellness. Together these visionaries are breaking barriers between what was once inadmissible in luxury media to pave the way for better education and medical breakthroughs. Additionally, we feature the boss of beauty branding, Heather Marianna, who shines with a stunning story of empowerment. There is nothing more encouraging than watching a strong woman in her power inspiring a new generation of female entrepreneurs. It’s an added bonus that her products actually do work wonders for all skin types! We’ve hand-picked the stories of people in this issue who are on the leading edge of success, luxury travel, entertainment, finedinigandsomuche.mor Ihopeyoueneadi oyr ng. Sincerely,
Dani Reeves Editor-in-Chief
Dani.Reeves@dlxvrsn.com Instagram: @iamdanireeves
TUNE IN! JOIN OUR INSTAGRAM LIVE ON FRIDAYS
TEAM
SPOTLIGHT
SHYON KEOPPEL
CHRIS SUMMERS
STACEY GUALANDI
ASHLEE DEMARTINO
CO-PUBLISHER
MANAGING EDITOR
CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
THOMAS BURGER
FAISAL SUBLABAN
INTERIOR DESIGN EDITOR
TRAVEL EDITOR
Special Offers
UNLOCKED
METAL NOIR The Signature Collection Cuff in solid 18K Rose Gold with round brilliant diamonds on cuff. Specially priced offer for Deluxe Version Magazine for a limited time on this piece only. LIMITED OFFER WITH CODE: DELUXE metalnoir.com
SIGNATURE COLLECTION Deluxe Version’s Signature Collection is a curation of luxury comforts made to enhance executive life on-the-go. With weekly trips in multiplecities,thisistheperfectsettopackforaquickflightonhejet. GIFT WITH ANY PURCHASE CODE: DELUXE deluxeversionmag.com
@ h e a th e r ma ria n n a | @ b e a u ty k itc h e n ju n k ie
ENJOY 20% OFF PURCHASES ONLINE
Interiors+Design
INSPIRED CLOSETS BRINGS THE DESIGN COMMUNITY TOGETHER
Liza Wolff & Charlie
Timothy Hancock & Collin Martinez
Brooke Sanchez, Alexandria Hurly, Domenic Marcolongo, & Dani Reeves
Opportunity Village Honorary Art Wall
36 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Design & Network In The Showroom
Inspied r ClosetsVL hostedaneveningofthefinestdesignmindsand luxrycomunityLasVegaswithlvemusicandfineartondisplay.
Interiors+Design
LUXURY HOMES
PANORAMA from HAUS OF DESIGN — By Sarah Jenkins
This
stunning mid-century modern space was curated for a thirdstory edition in Laguna Beach, overlooking the ocean. For this Master bedroom, bath, and closet suite, the “Haus” team went for a neutral, Zen, Mid-Century twist. Elevated design components can transform a home into a sanctuary. Whether they are luxurious, gilded, modern, or eclectic—simple features and finishes pieced together by a true artist’s eye can be transformed into a glossy, cohesive luxury space.
40 | Deluxe Version Magazine
For Nicole Perrault, Owner/Principal Designer of Newport-based “Haus Of Design”, these dazzling luxury makeovers fuel her creativity and whet her appetite for transformative projects. The design firm offers a fullspectrum portfolio of services, including residential, commercial, and hospitality design. Perrault says she gets inspiration from travel, being outside, and restaurants she has been to. She also says she is highly tactile—and always has textures in mind.
Design Spotlight
NEWPORT
PEERING OFOF REAL ESTATE TRENDS WITH WITH PEERINGAHEAD AHEAD REAL ESTATE TRENDS
MICHELE SULLIVAN MICHELE SULLIVAN When
it comes to luxury real estate, Michele Sullivan is in a league of her own. Licensed in 1999, Michele has consistently been Vegas’ top producer for American brokerage Berkshire Hathaway. Now, in 2022, she is branching out and partnering with the biggest name in international realty, Sotheby’s.
Michele is extremely excited for this new chapter in her career. As of Novem ber 201, Sot heby ’s i s now affiliated w i t h C o ncier ge u ct io ns, the leading global luxury real estate auction marketplace. As a new member of the Sotheby’s family, Michele will gain access to a vast network of high-net-worth clients. She will also be able to expand her reach from within her main headquarters of Las Vegas and Southern California, to the entire world.
“From day one my goal has been to make every home buyer’s experience extraordinary and luxurious, and “I aim to do what’s in the best interest of my clients. Sotheby’s is synonymous with luxury.” Sotheby’s resources and technology allow me to have Michele is known for producing super high quality videos, or “property a bigger outreach and more tools at my disposal.” trailers” as she calls them, showcasing her clients’ luxury homes. With the help of social media, Michele is able to quickly share her amazing content with thousands of potential buyers. “The goal with luxury real estate marketing is to get the property in front of as many people as possible. Social media allows me to do that easily.” Today’s buyer demographic is mostly young people who have become successful in tech, specifically YoTuu ber s and cr yptocur ency gur us, who are used to online interactions and transactions. It’s no wonder that traditional forms of marketing, like open-houses, are becoming a thing of the past. “I’m always looking for new ideas and ways to move properties. My ability to adapt is what makes me the best in the business.”
Another exciting venture for Michele is digital real estate. She is Vegas’ fir st woman to sell real estate in the Metaver se! long with Montauk ’s Dylan Eckardt and Los Angeles’ Tai Savet, Michele recently opened Metaverse Brokerage Ouse Inc., a virtual real estate company selling luxury 3D Real Estate NFTs. Ouse Inc. is the parent company and creator of the OUSE Token, a meme token launched in 2021 to bring attention to the OUSEland Metaverse project. A recent report by crypto asset manager Grayscale estimates the digital world may grow into a $1 trillion business in the near future. At this stage in her career, Michele Sullivan is ready for whatever the world physical or digital - sends her way.
— By Ryan Gillum Deluxe Version Magazine | 43
Sutton Stracke A CHIC, SUSTAINABLE & FASHION MOGUL IN THE MAKING — By Paul Zahn Sutton Stracke went from a socialite Southern Belle to a fan-favorite reality television darling almost overnight after debuting on Season 10 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The fashionista joined the cast as a “friend of” for her first season and quickly rose the ranks to a diamond-holding, fulltime housewife for her second season. Showing no signs of a sophomore slump, Sutton has proven herself a strong contender amongst the ladies of Beverly Hills, as well as within the retail and fashion world in Los Angeles. She opened the Sutton Concept in 2019 in the heart of West Hollywood to great acclaim. Sutton has used the chic boutique to showcase two of her passions - fashion and sustainability.
“I had been wanting to do a store for ten years, and it took me a while to get the nerve up to do it. I love fashion. I love art. I love collecting. I love jewelry. Through my travels and my fashion knowledge from going to fashion shows for the hot couture - I finally did it,” Sutton excitedly shares. Sutton meticulously created a stunning retail space that was a very personal experience. She even included her late father in the process. “My father did my logo - well, he didn’t do the logo, but the logo is my dad’s writing - it is very spiritual to me,” she shares. The very personal outlet serves two distinct purposes for Sutton. First, the boutique operates as an actual retail space - “it is a concept store, so everything is for sale,” she shares. However, Sutton also wanted to utilize the space to elevate other creatives, as well as under-the-radar designers. She says, “the idea of the store was to do events with artists we bring in. We want to have artists celebrated - we want to have designers celebrated.” Sutton recently collaborated with her friend Susan Rockefeller to highlight Rockefeller’s passion project, Muses - a CBD potion. “We have both always been talking about how we can work together. Susan has a really beautiful farm, and during the
44 | Deluxe Version Magazine
pandemic, she pulled a lot from her farm and made essential oils - Muses has CBD, and you can roll it on. It is really for tech neck - we are all looking down all the time! We are excited to bring it into the Sutton Concept store,” Sutton exclaims. Another way Sutton goes green in her life is by living sustainably. “One thing I love - whether home or fashion - is being very conscientious of sustainable living and buying smartly. When you buy something - you want to be able to pass it down. We have items that are eco-friendly in the store and items you want to collect and pass down to your daughter or granddaughter. Buy smart - so that it is not in high quantity but very good quality,” Sutton suggests. Next up in the pipeline for Sutton Stracke is taking the Sutton Concept on the road and launching a new fashion collection of her own. “We have about eight trunk shows and popups we are working on. We did one in Toronto - it did very well. I think we will be in Capri this summer. We are doing a big tour, and we want to bring our store to other towns all around
America,” gushes Sutton. She is also collaborating with local designers in Los Angeles to craft her own line of chic and fashion-forward wearables with her own cashmere line. “Our cashmere is made in LA; it is eco-friendly. It is important for me to have local designers,” she says. Sutton’s plan is grassroots in the beginning, “whenever we do a trunk show or pop-up, we like to leave a cashmere piece. Just drop it - little seedlings, see where that will take us,” she says with a giggle. With the filming of the next season of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills in full swing, Sutton Stracke is all systems go. She continues to grow her presence in the fashion and retail world while keeping sustainability front of mind. She shares, “I am slow, and I wanted the store to be created in an organic fashion for me.” The juggling of multiple projects seems to prove successful for Sutton as she gleefully exclaims, “The Sutton Concept is growing at a rapid pace.” Keep your eyes peeled for Sutton’s trunk shows and cashmere line to hit your city soon - we know we will.
Deluxe Version
DARREN CUNNINGHAM III
SPORTS
IS THE GIFT THAT BOXING FANS HAVE LONG AWAITED – By Ryan Gillum
For Darren “The Gift” Cunningham III, boxing is in the blood. His journey began sixteen years ago in St. Louis Missouri. At eight years old his uncle, a former pro, bought him a pair of gloves and challenged Darren to box with his cousins and other kids from the local neighborhood. After a few years of backyard boxing, his grandfather, veteran trainer Joseph Dunlap, invited young Darren to train at his gym. He proved to have great potential. At age sixteen he would place second at the Junior Olympic National Championship. The following year he would place third in the Golden Gloves Nationals. Urged by his family to attend college, Darren applied to every scholarship he could find during his senior year of high school at Clyde T. Miller Career Academy. He would eventually land a full ride to Harris-Stowe State University. Within a year, however, Darren knew that he had to leave St. Louis and head to Las Vegas in pursuit of his boxing dreams.
“I was thankful for the opportunity but I knew I had to pursue boxing full-time, and Las Vegas is the place to be.” fter turnig pro in 2017, Darenr fought eight of his first nie fightsTiin juana,MexicoSi. ncethenhehasfoughCal in t ifornia, New York, Mississippi, Florida, Georgia, and Maryland. For the past three months Darren has been training under The Money Team’s Rafael Ramos. He typically spends three to four hours in the gym each day, his regimen consisting of punching bag work, jumping rope, and a four mile run.
“My goal is to become world champion in multiple divisions, and to get there I need to be as fit as possible.” Darren considers himself a ‘pure boxer-puncher’ with sound fundamentals. His favorite boxers are Cory Spinks, Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson and Muhammad Ali. When he’s not in the gym, Darren enjoys bowling, watching movies on the big screen, and trying out Las Vegas’ endless variety of restaurants. 2022 is looking to be a pivotal year for “The Gift”. With a current record of 14-1-0 in the Super Bantamweight division, Darren has his sights set on another victory in Phoenix, Arizona on February 25th. Follow him on Instagram: @darrencunninghamiii PHOTOS BY ELIZA BIGLETE
Deluxe Version Magazine | 47
Top Doctors
Deluxe Version
BEVERLY HILLS
BRYAN ABASOLO C A R R IE S H IS S TYLE & S UC C E S S F R OM MIAMI TO B E V E R LY H ILLS
Bryan Abasolo is well known in the Bachelor Nation. He’s married to Rachel Lindsay, who chose him on season 13 of The Bachelorette. The couple got married back in 2018. Both of them now reside in Los Angeles after spending time in Texas and Florida. Abasolo had a thriving practice in Miami, but when his wife started getting more work and national exposure, she moved to LA. Abasolo stayed back for six months to run his choprir actic office, eventually closing the Miami location and moving it to Beverly Hills in April of 2021.
Abasolo says, “at the end of the day, family is what’s most important.” He also says he wanted to mimic what he did in Miami and do it in LA. Leading him to establish the Beverly Hills Disc & Laser Therapy Center. The clinic helps people in a natural way and introduces modern technology to help with natural health, “I have some gadgets here that are very high tech and have published studies behind them, that essentially prove that they are very effective at alleviating what hasn’t been cured with other methods, with traditional medicinal methods.” Abasolo has treated tons of people that have been in car accidents with a back injury or have had a sports injury, but also professional athletes. He says, “for example… Tom Brady, Jerry Rice… some of the greatest players of all time have sworn by chiropractic, it keeps them healthy, it keeps them functioning at an all time high.” He also points out it’s important for people that work a 9 to 5 office job, “there’s an epidemic in this country, it’s called sitting at a desk for 8 hours a day looking at a computer… that doesn’t do us any favors because our bodies are meant to move.” Abasolo says he provides the movement and the methods to help the body function at a better pace. There are two phases to basolo’s office. He dips in the weigh loss market too by working on a plan for people to shed pounds, “I want to help people become the best version of themselves with whatever health goals they have, whether it’s weight loss, body contouring… I have a great program that I promote that is very effective and I’ve helped out so many people. I also have a lipolaser, which is a very non-invasive, FDA cleared device that is doing wonders when it comes to reducing inches and burning fat in people that want to get a little head start when it comes to their weight loss journey, and I love doing that.” Abasolo says he thinks it all goes hand in hand. He treats people that have back pain, but sometimes
it wouldn’t hurt if they lost some pounds, “the less weight they have on their body and the joints, the less pain they are going to have.” He says he wants to get his patients better but he also wants them to stay that way, and this helps them create a lifestyle. He and his wife love living in West Hollywood, where they plan to stay and grow their family. He admits being on The Bachelor shows have helped visibility, “it doesn’t hurt that I was on The Bachelor, and I’d be silly not to promote that in my advertising, if it helps get people through the door so I can show them what I got, so be it.” basolo is confident in his results, he says he knows he can help people. If you want to listen to Abasolo’s podcasts, he has two! The Dr. Abs Healthcast (drabshealthcast) is where he brings in different providers and health influencers from all over… doctors, health coaches, nutritionists, dietitians. He says he is constantly growing and learning so he loves to interview people with different backgrounds and specialties, “if I help one person that is watching that podcast and made a decision about their health and their lifestyle, then I’ve accomplished my goal.”
If The Bachelor side of things is more your style, he has a podcast called Talking It Out with Bachelor Nation. He hosts this show with Mike Johnson who is also a Bachelor alum. They talk about the show… but they also take it a step further by “talking it out.” Abasolo says, “we like to get down to real topics and have real conversations, sometimes the topic does come from the Bachelor show… whether it be relationships, love, sex, whatever the case may be… if it’s a hot topic, we want to break it down and talk about it.” Abasolo knows he has a busy life but he’s enjoying it and says it all comes down to helping people. You can reach out to his practice and schedule a free consultation. You don’t have to be located in the Beverly Hills area either.
— By Dayna Roselli Beverly Hills Disc & Laser Therapy Center www.bhdiscandlaser.com
Deluxe Version Magazine | 47
ON the CUTTING EDGE
With a bottle of Champagne and the ceremonial swipe of a saber, actess r Kate Beckinsale officially christened Carversteak, the brand-new restaurant inside Resorts World Las Vegas.
At over 14 thousand square-feet, it is the city’s largest luxury steakhouse. It has a classic-meats, I mean, meets-contemporary vibe, but also offers “playful vegan selections in a modern environment.”
Also looking sharp on the VIP grand opening red carpet were special guests Paris Jackson, Courtney Mazzo Lopez and her husband, self-described carnivore Mario Lopez.
Themid-cenmoder tury n-designedspaceoverlokingtheStripisthefirst Las Vegas dining concept conceived and developed by Carver Road Hospitality and opened just in time to ring in 2022.
Says the Access Hollywood host, “I’m a big steak lover. I’m about to tear up a steak right now!”
“[It was] a lot of hard work for the past 15 months to put this project together,” admits Carver Road Hospitality chief Sean Christie. “That’s a pretty quick timeline for a project of this size. It was a hard year, but worthwhile and also very exciting to see the end product.”
A 42-ounce Wagyu Tomahawk Rib Chop, to be exact; the main event at this cutting edge exclusive steakhouse, sliced and served by Chef Daniel Ontiveros himself. The man behind-the-blade comes to Carversteak from Scotch 80 Prime at thePalmsafterworkingwithfine-dinigdynamosJoelRobuchon,Thom as Keller, and Michael Mina.
“In crafting the Carversteak story, we began at the source: dryaged American cuts and Japanese-certified Wagyu steaks,” explains Chef Ontiveros. “From cooking to presentation, our ingredients set everything into motion.” 50 | Deluxe Version Magazine
An end product that includes a 70-foot honed quartzite stone bar; a sweeping outdoor bar and dining terrace; two private dining experiences – Whiskey Room and The Knife Shop; and a curated cocktail collection from acclaimed master mixologist Francesco Lafranconi. No matter how you slice it, it’s time to sharpen your appetite. “Carversteak is always just about pleasing people,” says Christie. “We’re always trying to “Wow!” someone with the basics of having a great meal and having great service with a smile.”
— By Stacey Gualandi
KATE BECKINSDALE
CARVERSTEAK IMAGES BY JEFF GREEN PHOTOGRAPHY
DENISE TRUSCELLO/GETTY IMAGES
Beauty
BRANDING Beauty maven and CEO powerhouse, Heather
Marianna stands as a model for the goods she has offered for almost a decade- serially successful given the sales growth of her businesses and more youthful than her age would suggest given how often she applies her own products. She has simple advice for those looking to conquer the business world like she has with her brands, Beauty Kitchen and Marianna Naturals, “Don’t make excuses, find a way to be successful.” No matter the circumstance or climate, Marianna is a woman that will make it happen. “Your life is in your hands, make the most of every minute and opportunity” she professes, a mantra she’s lived by manically from an early age. Take the empire she’s constructed from poised beginigs that include launching her own staffing agency and a dog accessory boutique complete with Ferrari dog beds for sale. Her proclivity for the luxurious has shaped her lust for quality where she manifested her fortunes from there through discipline and hard work. “I’ve always had the work ethic and drive, to me I had no other choice but to make something of myself.” 2012In ,hernewcallingflourisheda into magnanimous vision: 100% natural skin care and cosmetics without the use of chemical preservatives. Before the craze of healthy livng caught fire, I’m talking the pre-Keto and Vegan wave, Marianna had foresight to create and distribute beauty products that were non-toxic, healthy, animal cruelty-free, and organic. Her next challenge? Delivering on that mission she strongly believed in. This required her to get into a lab for over a year perfecting product until she could offer the right blend of healthy and treatable. From her vantage point, this is the two step process to owning a successful business: building something you believe in and doing something you love.
“I live the brand, the brand is me. I believe in it. Everything I make, I use, regularly.” From there, she notes a solid go to market strategy entails, “Pushing it onto friends, family, and anybody that will listen. Get the word out!” And that she did, while showcasing DIY Beauty content she amassed a viral fan following on social media, primarily on YouTube where she totaled 500K+ views per video in that first year. With an audience in ,tow she opened herfirstwarehouse,assembledenonmenvir tal-friendly packaging, connected with celebrities in and out of the beauty industry, and scaled her product line. Today, Beauty Kitchen is valued at $10M, Marianna Naturals is publicly traded in Canada, she has agreements with the likes of Walmart, Best Buy, and 3,000 other retailers who carry over 50 Beauty Kitchen products, her line has been a staple at all the award shows from The Emmys and Oscars to The Golden Globes, and she’s even opened her own store in Boulder City. Don’t look now but Marianna is also in the works to be featured in her very own TV show. What can’t she do? She modestly recognizes how she made it so far in under a decade based on ongoing support, “I couldn’t do this without my staff, in particular my operations manager, my social media team, all the warehouse workers, and Manfolk PR working on big contracts in LA. Hiring a loyal team you can trust is everything.” Her ascension didn’t come without adversity along the way however, but Marianna has taken the punches and retaliated with calculated counterattacks. Take for example the pandemic where she saw a dip in orders, but cashed in while doing her part: she worked quickly to add a new SKU to her website, 100% organic hand sanitizer, which revived sales growth.
Marianna has always embodied knowing when to shift gears and accelerate when an opportunity presents itself. Currently she sees one in the container space where she has fallen victim to shipping shortages leaving her without containers for her line. Instead of bemoaning the lack of packaging hampering sales, she’s getting in the game and working to become a container wholesaler so she and other businesses can ensure better predictability. Smart, right? Well, what does the future hold for Heather Marianna now that she has multi-million dollar beauty brands, cult following, and scale? “I’ve grown so much as a person and an owner of businesses. Now is my time to give back.” In an effort to champion like-minded, fellow female operators, Marianna has developed educational online beauty sales workshops. Her Build Your Brand program coaches brand owners through business hacks consisting of weekly calls to help, “Develop their brands, skip the nonsense I went through, and go straight to the top”. Marianna has already instructed a lengtlisthy ofprolificstartupslikeStaiBellaCosmetics, Hacked By Nature, Yaaganix by Candice Rice, Sugar Me, Krissy D Skincare, Smooth Skin Firming, Xotic Envy, Kiki Mamma Co, Needle Me and now, she’s even mentoring one of the youngest skincare bosses, 12 year old Sudlzli CEO, Ayzli. The angle? “I want to help allfemaleenepr tr eneursfindsuccess!” A product of her products, a businesswoman mastermind from her masterful business experience, and a philanthropic mentor, Heather Marianna is not slowing down because she really doesn’t believe in a finish line. Her next venetur is aimed at acquirng similar female-led brands to help them on their journey of not making excuses and just being successful, and thanks to her brands’ quality creams, she looks ageless doing it.
— By Tyler Robertson
“Both Heather and I have been instrumental in building the brand. She laid the template and framework of the company ten years ago when she founded Beauty Kitchen. Together, we have developed new products and branding that have steered Marianna Naturals in a slightly different direction shaping the company for what it is today,” says Joel DeBellefeuille; Co-Founder, President & CEO of Marianna Naturals.
“We are die-hard, non-stop workers that are constantly thinking of key strategies that can help move the company forward all the time. Heather and I have some great things in store. There could be a brick-and-mortar play, some overseas expansion, some big-box retailers. People will be happy with what we have planned; let’s put it that way.”
52 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Joel DeBellefeuille
Deluxe Version
FEATURE STORY
had “theI’veworkalways ethic and drive; to me, I had no other choice but to make something of myself.
”
Top Destinations
VALLETTA / ROME (CIVITAVECCHIA)
THE RITZ-CARLTON YACHT COLLECTION
THE TERRACE SUITES
THE OWNERS SUITES
A JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY
Explore charming harbors, exclusive beaches, outdoor adventures and inspired destination-based itineraries crafted from the localized perspective of the experts at The RitzCarlton Yacht Collection. Discover new worlds, cultures, tastes — the serene quietude of an underwater ecosystem, or the transcendent flavors of an unexpled or cuisine. long the way, discover another side of yourself. Charters are set to sail in 2023 with enjoyable 5 to 7 night long options.
“Private beaches, remote villages and stunning sunsets beckon. Celebrate a milestone anniversary, a special occasion or simply enjoy the chance to reconnect as you set sail to unique ports of call. Whether you want to relax on a white-sand beach, meander down cobblestone streets together or just stop to soak in a breathtaking view... create memories that will never leave you.” — The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection 54 | Deluxe Version Magazine
IMAGES COURTESY OF THE RITZ-CARLTON YACHT COLLECTION
CABO’S LUXURY
Yacht
EXPERIENCE
Two entrepreneurs, Dr. John Henner and Mr.
Dan Mason, have brought a new level of luxury to the waters of Los Cabos, Mexico. Situated on the southern coast of Mexico’s Baja California Sur peninsula, Cabo is one of the world’s most sought-after tourist destinations, welcoming more than three million visitors each year. Individually, both men bought homes in Cabo del Sol in 2018 as a place to vacation. However, after meeting, ironically enough, on a yacht, the duo would join forces as business partners to found Cabo Yacht Charters. Dr. John Henner handles the backend infrastructure. A retired Air Force doctor and former owner of Las Vegas’ largest emergency medicine company, John fell in love with Los Cabos after honeymooning there with his wife in 1999. Since then, it became a dream of his to live there and charter yachts; a dream which has finally come true. When asked about his transition from doctor to yachtsman, he smiles.
“In the medical field, I would often meet people on the worst day of their lives. Yachting allows me to give people the best day of their lives.” Dan Mason provides the vision and passion for Cabo Yacht Charters. fter twenty-five years of success in the funeral industry, Dan is delighted to be channeling his energy into a new maritime enterprise. His vast network of high-net-worth connections has helped make Cabo Yacht Charters the go-to company for Baja luxury hospitality. “My wife and I had been chartering yachts two or three times a month, and we weren’t overly impressed with the quality of the experience. So, we decided to buy our own. I partnered up with John, and the rest is history.” Their first puch r ase, the 80ft Italian zimut dubbed ‘Heather Nikki’, can accommodate up to twenty passengers. It has four bedrooms, a large salon, and plenty of outdoor space to boot. The other ships in the fleet include the 100ft ‘Number Juan’, and the 108 ft ‘Neoprene’. Dan and John are looking to purchase a 60ft vessel in the near future to provide more versatility and an approachable price point for their clientele. The second ship, ‘Number Juan’, bears the name of another business Dr. John Henner co-owns, Number Juan Tequila - an award-winning tequila company grown i the rich & fertile blue agave fields of Jalisco, Mexico. You may be familiar with his business partners,
56 | Deluxe Version Magazine
NEOPRENE
Top Destinations
CABO YACHT CHARTERS
NEOPRENE
NUMBER JUAN 40 | Deluxe Version Magazine
HEATHER NIKKI comedians Ron White and Alex Reymundo. Passengers of the Number Juan yacht are encouraged to partake in the blanco, epo r sado,andextraanejflav o orsco to mplementheiuniqelr y Mexican adventure while aboard the namesake 100ft. yacht. Cabo Yacht Charters prides itself on providing a luxury experience at every touchpoint, however, the culinary experience onboard their yachts rivals that of a Michelin star restaurant. Private chefs, multiple courses for any group size, and an all-inclusive bar are standard amenities with Cabo Yacht Charters. Clients, which range from casual vacationers to Hollywood A-Listers and pro athletes, often bring aboard their favorite DJs and singers to create a unique, customizable ambience. Cabo Platinum, the area’s most renowned villa rental company, recommends Cabo Yacht Charters to all of its guests. By keeping operations above board, Cabo Yacht Charters is changing the yachting industry and creating a better experience, not only for its clients but for its crew as well. All crew members are bilingual and properly trained, allowing them to
easily and safely advise passengers during their journey. As a physician and former member of the military, Dr. John Henner’s focus is not only on business and logistics but also on the safety and security of his customers from the second their foot hits the deck.
“Our goal is to create a stress-free environment for our guests. Thanks to our outstanding crew and a first-class fleet of vessels, we’re able to do just that.” From service to safety, Cabo Yacht Charters outperforms the competition. It’s the “Number Juan” choice for those in search of lavish, seafaring fun.
— By Ryan Gillum Deluxe Version Magazine | 59
Cruise Fashion
DOLCESSA SWIMWEAR
From the suite to the sea
These peices from Dolcessa Swimwear will have you ready to soak up the sun.
Model:Sabrina Calvo
60 | Deluxe Version
Taste the vibe at
FUHU
A modern Asian restaurant with Malaysian and Singaporean highlights, Resorts World’s Fuhu is the hottest new name in ‘vibe dining’.
Renowned chef Joseph Elevado is the genius behind Fuhu’s oneof-a-kind food menus. Joe started out as a line cook at Nobu New York and worked his way up to become chef de cuisine of Nobu Vegas in 1999. “I learned a lot from Nobu (Matsuhisa). His minimalistic approach and passion for aesthetics have truly inspired my way of cooking. He taught me to let the ingredients speak for themselves.” Since his departure from Nobu in 2006, Joe served as the executive chef at Treasure Island/Aria’s Social House, the Wynn’s Andrea’s, and Jing in Downtown Summerlin. His extensive history with Asian cuisine is what sets the tone for Fuhu’s unrivaled culinary experience.
“Our menu is a collection of some of the best dishes across Asia. Some come from our sister location in Kuala Lumpur’s Genting Highlands, and a few are inspired by my time at Nobu. I’ve enjoyed putting my personal spin on them.” In between partying by the pool at Ayu Dayclub and getting down theon dancefloat or ZoNiuk ghtclub,isFuh theperfectplacefor Resorts World guests to appease their appetites.
— By Ryan Gillum
Deluxe Version Magazine | 63
Let’s talk food!
Not only is it pleasing to the taste buds, but it’s pleasing to the eye too. I asked Chef Barry what kind of experience he is trying to create with his menu, he told me he wants it to be a memorable experience that touches on classic steakhouse fare with all those “dishes with a twist” that put the team on the map years ago. He says, “we wanted to bring back the classics from our early 2000’s menu that so many of our loyal guests and followers enjoyed for years. Here we had the opportunity to create and recreate on our own as we please, which was the goal…to keep our customers happy.”
CHEF BARRY’S MUST-HAVE MENU ITEMS: ChiledShellfish,OnionSoup,GarbageSalad
APPS:
ENTREES: Lamb, Dover Sole, Rib Cap, Tomahawk Steak PotatoGncchi,Crispycauliflower,Geoge’s r eam Cr Corn
SIDES:
DESSERTS: Oreo Cookie Ice Cream Pie If you want to see more of the dishes, follow the restaurant on Instagram @barrysprime
THE BEST of BARRY’S
When you enter
spot a celebrity there and those celebrities and prominent people are back.
The design, the ambiance, the sense of occasion… it is special.
“Pete Rose was here, we have a ton of the Raiders that come here, the owner Mark Davis comes here, Bill Foley that owns the Vegas Golden Knights, the Knights players come here, Big Time Rush they just came, we have a lot of WWE stars that come, Goldberg… and a lot of the UFC people,” says Cicion.
Circa Las Vegas and realize you have to hit “Level 0” in order to get to Barry’s Prime Steakhouse, you can already tell it’s going to be special.
Barry’s Prime is a destination spot, off the strip, located in Downtown Las Vegas. It’s often called “Old Las Vegas” because that’s where it all began. This area was Las Vegas, back in the day. Barry’s Prime emulates that with style and sophistication, without it feeling stuffy. The staff is attentive. You are treated like a VIP, but it also has an intimate feel. It’s a throwback to the 50s, 60s, and 70s with a contemporary vibe. Even the music sounds familiar… old songs remixed in a new fashion. Speaking of mixing, the unique “cocktail cart” where you watch your Old Fashioned or Manhattan get made, makes it even more of an experience! This is all important because people are spending a longer amount of time at the table these days. Owner Marco Cicion says, “instead of ending on a coffee and moving on, they are having another cocktail or glass of champagne. They are enjoying the company and atmosphere. The normal 90 minute dinner isn’t normal anymore.” Cicion, Yassine Lyoubi, and Chef Barry Dakake are partners and owners of the restaurant. They all have history in Las Vegas and you can tell they are proud of what they created. Many people know Chef Barry from his popular restaurant N9NE Steakhouse that was located at The Palms. It was a hotspot! You could always
Barry’s Prime was recently shortlisted for the 2021 restaurant and bar design awards too. The restaurant was designed by PUNCH. The lower romantic lighting and low ceilings are a highlight. Cicion says the partners are old school, “it’s an homage to that era that we love. Booths, leather, wood, dark lighting.” The artwork is also locally sourced. Chef Barry says, “we really wanted to give a fresh revival to the classic Las Vegas steakhouses of the past, yet make it a familiar and comfortable home away from home for our locals and celebrities.”
Partner Yassine Lyoubi told me more about the vision. “After visiting restaurants throughout the country and internationally, we felt that there was room for a steakhouse that ‘hit different’ than others.” That was when we approached my brother Namyd Lyoubi (architect with PUNCH) and asked if his team would take on this project. With the blessing of Circa owner, Derek Stevens, our steakhouse was carved out of the overall design plan and taken on completely by PUNCH. We had multiple sit downs with Namyd
and the team throughout the process and all agreed that we needed a steakhouse that took us back to a certain era, classic cool 50s and 60s with timeless appeal. It was all about feeling and hospitality, clean, sexy, hip.”
Barry’sisalsotheofficialVegasGoldenKnights steakhouse. Community is important to the est r aurant eam, so they felt i was a perfect fit since the NHL hockey team is such an important part of Las Vegas and gives back. Lyoubi says he couldn’t be more proud of the restaurant’s staff and executive team. “We had to think outside of the box, opening a restaurant of this caliber during a pandemic. It would have been impossible to achieve this level of execution and success without each of the team members that joined us, more importantly that trusted us. A few miles south of Barry’s lies the Las Vegas Strip with hundreds of great restaurants, yet they decided to stay with us and be a part of this opening and journey in Downtown Las Vegas. They took a risk with us and we will forever be grateful for that, forever.” He continued, “I’m also extremely proud of the fact that we were finally able to put our mark/stamp on a concept that we not only believe in, but are extremely passionate about. Every menu item, every custom plate/serving vessel, every song on the playlist etc. was thought of in a little office downto and seeing all that come to life and have this much success is humbling and rewarding.”
— By Dayna Roselli Deluxe Version Magazine | 65
MAKE ROOM FOR MUSHROOMS AT
SAFFRON THE VEGETARIAN EATERY — By Stacey Gualandi In a recent interview, singer Katy Perry name-checked a mushroom
document ar y called Fant astic Fungi, a film that t akes you on a “journey into the magical world beneath our feet, an underground network that can heal and save our planet.” So, naturally, I tuned in (because Katy Perry), and now I’m hookedon-fungi. Which brings me to Saffron, The Vegetarian Eatery, Las Vegas’ newestveget arianandveganrest aur antTh. erichly- decor ated,finedining experience took root in Chinatown last fall and its menu is flushwithmushro ms. Veteran Chef Louross Edralin uses only fresh, organic and locallysourced gourmet mushrooms from urban farm Sundown.
“I only support small business,” says Edralin. The Season 4 Hell’s Kitchen alum also likes to “share the health” with medicinal mushroom meals, including Tom Yum soup; Floating Gyoza; and Dumplings made with deep-fried oyster, shiitake, and button mushrooms (plus carrots, lentils, grated tofu all served with a ginger soy and vegetarian dashi sauce). Emphasis on Yum. Inspired by Southeast-Asian cuisine (and a life-changing meal in Vietnam for owner Tony Nguyen), Saffron’s philosophy is to serve “healthy meals to better the body and mind.” From Black Oyster to Lio’s n Mane,mushro msprovidealonglistofhealthbenefit s. “We wanted to create an accessible, high-end vegetarian experience where the food is not only creative fresh, but approachable for the vegetarian skeptic,” says CEO Arianna Pittard.
SIDECAR
RED CURRY On my recent visit, Edralin served up a secret, off-the-menu dish, what he calls his “mock salt-and-pepper chicken wings.” You’d never know it was meat-free.
“This has seven varieties of mushrooms,” says Chef Edralin. “It’s gluten-free, vegan-battered and will accommodate every taste and flavor.” Of course, don’t miss a delectable drink to wash it all down, like the Lemongrass Margarita or Empress Gin Sidecar, just two of the out-ofthe-box cocktails courtesy of master mixologist (and HBO Max hit-show Legends cast member) Donnell Ingram. Saffronffer sfusionflairatit sfinest,soifyou’relo kingtoputsomefun infungi,tr ustme.Thisistheplacetogetyourvegfixandchil.
66 | Deluxe Version Magazine
NOAH AUSPITZ PROUDLY INTRODUCES
DEVANT CHAMPAGNE TO NIGHTLIFE’S ELITES — By Sara Jenkins
Veteran nightlife
and industry titan Noah Auspitz is no stranger to being ahead of the curve. It’s no coincidence that his latest venture, a champagne called Devant, literally translates to “ahead of.” fifteen-year Vegas veteran and epr Entr eneu,r uspitz has accomplished more than most will in their career entirety, having spearheaded and run multiple ventures. Some of his companies include Blink Model Management, a VIP Concierge company, and hisnow latestvene-tur DevanCham t pagne,whichofficiallau y nched within the past year and to which Auspitz came on as Partner six months ago. The partnership between Auspitz and another champagne mogul was perhaps a match made in heaven- or at the very least, a nightclub themed as such. Devant Champagne Founder Mark Becker approached Auspitz to come on board as a partner earlier this year. Becker famously brought the Ace of Spades brand to become one of the hottest bottles at VIP tables and exclusive parties around the world, and the pair have high hopes for the future of “Devant” to follow suit. If Ace of Spades is the Rolls Royce of Champagne, Devant is its cooler, edgier cousin—equally flash,y with a bit of a younger, more accessible edge. Hailing from France (a distinctive requisite for bubbly drinks to actually be deemed Champagne), “Devant” is what you want to drink all weekend long if you’re visiting Vegas, Miami, or Cabo- from your poolside cabana, to pregaming, to dinner, to the nightclub. Auspitz says his background in hospitality and nightlife made the transition to Champagne Entrepreneur a natural fit. He feels his uniqe experiences overseeing modeling, events, clubs, and concierge services easily made way to overseeing a luxury yet accessible, buzzy drink to be enjoyed at life’s most memorable moments. The Devant bottles themselves are works of art—Devant champagne botles are the first LED light botles that flash rather than be luminescent. Their design motifs reference both the rose from “Beauty and the Beast” and the “V” from “V for Vendetta.” As such a successful entrepreneur, I ask Auspitz what advice he’d give to someone with big aspirations on where to start. He says putting in the work is key, as well as utilizing what you know-what is in your specificlifeexperienceandwheelhouse. Lastly, he says one of my favorite quotes to date:
“Network equals Net Worth.” For more information on Devant Champagne, follow on Instagram: @Devantchampagne
Deluxe Version Magazine | 69
CHAUN
WILLIAMS BEYOND THE STAGE & LIGHTS — By Danica Serena Stockton International model and performer,
Chaun Williams, celebrates his recent ad release for Bottega Veneta. Williams is excited to have modeled with fashion icon and supermodel, Naomi Campbell, for the Italian luxury house.
“Our photographer was David LaChapel. It was pretty surreal,” Williams shares. David LaChapel, having photographed almost all of Hollywood’s superstars and the world’s largest advertising campaigns, is quite the accomplishment to add to a model’s roster of co-creators, as is Naomi Campbell. Williams began modeling at the age of sixteen back in Arlington, TX after being scouted at the mall by an agent. When he moved to Vegas at the age of eighteen, he found several agencies happy to represent him including, BEST, TnG, Red Models, and LV Models. Now he is able to keep busy with bookings as an independent model after having established himself in the Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, and New York markets. The most ground breaking photoshoot of his career with Bottega Veneta, Williams booked independently through word of mouth. A contact of his referred for the ad campaign that is now circulated internationally online, in print, and presumably on international billboards as well. Williams built his entertainment career once he relocated to Las Vegas. “I moved here to start a career in show business right after highschool in 2005,” Williams shares. At the time, Williams trained at Gold’s Gym. He recalls, “One day I was talking with the receptionist of the gym and he invited me to audition for Chippendales with him later that day. Only me and one other guy were chosen. I worked with them for ten years.” Williams left the male revue show to join the Cirque du Soleil Zumanity production for six years thereafter. With all shows being temporarily canceled due to the pandemic, Zumanity was the only Cirque show not to return once restrictions were lifted. Work hardly slowed down for Williams and his next big project was a reality show, F Boy Island. “I got a DM from a ep r on HBO Max. We filmed in Grand Cayman for 2 months total from late February to the middle of April 2021,” Williams explains. Post production had a speedy turnaround and within three months, the show aired. Williams is streaming on screens in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. Whether you have the opportunity to see Williams on stage, on the screen, or in magazines, he is quite difficult o igne.or With such a busy career and ample bookings, Williams stays on the radar. Endless training sessions in the gym, thousands of calories burned daily, and a fervent dedication to his craft, Williams is always ready for his next opportunity. With such an impressive book of work, Chaun Williams is only headed up from here.
70 | Deluxe Version Magazine
PHOTO BY SURI KWAK
ELEVATE IN THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY WITH
AMANDA MAY
— By Danica Serena Stockton
The beauty industry has proven to be a wildly
profitable market for those of interest at any age. Beau ty entrepreneur, Amanda May, has had her hands in the industry for over eighteen years with several accomplishments such as her involvement as a lead makeup artist at New York Fashion Week and Miami Fashion Week, a national trainer for America’s leading beauty brands such as Ulta, and an on camera beauty sales representative on HSN. She has used her experience and the beauty industry to build her Beauty Boss brand. The Amanda May Beauty Boss brand offers mentorship and consulting to, “reach their personal, business, and financialgoalsfaster,”accodir ngtoMay.TheTransforma tional Trainer is a component of the program that as May explains, “is a way for those who are passionate about beauty to see that they can build a business not only to live off of but to thrive on.” The program provides coaching, consulting, technical and artistic skill education and service skills as resources for aspiring and existing beauty business owners. Having earned her masters degree in personal development, May has included both business and personal development in her program as well. With said resources and the help of the Transformation Trainer program, clients can expect to increase their reach, grow their business and clientele, as well as open additional locations for their business. May is a certified aesthetician and also the beauty diec r tor for Genesis Lifestyle Medicine’s ten facilities across the nations. “I oversee all the business growth for the beauty end of it.” The medical facilities offer services for aesthetics, hormone therapy, joint pain treatment, and medical weight loss. May directs the aesthetic training for Genesis Lifestyle Medicine that allows her clients to become certifiedbeauspeci ty alists.Thoseemwho bartheon k aesthet ic training program can choose from specialties including microblading, permanent and non-permanent makeup, eyelash extensions, and advanced skincare. With all of the work May puts into her Beauty Boss consulting program clients and into her Genesis Lifestyle Medicine trainees, she stil finds the time to serve as the beauty editor of Deluxe Version magazine as well. Being so well versed and seasoned in the beauty industry allows May to take on multiple projects, grow professionally and personally, all while helping others do the same. For those interestedinbecomingacertifiedbeautyspecialist,start ing or growing their beauty business, or simply just passionate about beauty,
Deluxe Version Magazine | 71
TOP LUXURY SPAS WORTH A VISIT Arizona
Beauty Editor
READY FOR A RESET
OMNI SCOTTSDALE RESORT & SPA AT MONTELUCIA www.omnihotels.com
Utah
SPA MONTAGE AT PARK CITY www.montagehotels.com
New York
AIRE ANCIENT BATHS IN NEW YORK CITY www.aireancientbaths.com
Nevada
ENCORE SPA LAS VEGAS www.wynnlasvegas.com REVENGE MD IN LAS VEGAS & RENO www.revengemd.com SIKARA MEDSPA IN DOWTOWN SUMMERLIN www.sikaramedspa.com
Tennessee
GAYLORD OPRYLAND RESORT IN NASHVILLE www.gaylordopryland.com
Texas
HOTEL ZAZA IN DALLAS www.hotelzaza.com
These luxury spas will take you to a new level of sasifaction, revitalize your skin, and reconnect within. — By Amanda May
AWANA SPA & WELLNESS
Located in the center of the Las Vegas Strip, Resorts World has truly tapped into the Fountain of Youth by transcending the ordinary to revitalize the mind, body and soul. ELEVATED EXPERIENCE: Sauna’s provide a place to rejuvenate, reduce stress, ease pain and promote cardiovascular health owever at the WN Event Sauna that is just the basics of the benefits. Each Aufguss ritual is unique and immerses your senses with essential oils and harmonic music with dancing towelsledbyacertifiedSaunaMeister.Thethirymnueceremonystartedwithaninfusionfmandarin red to elevate the mood with its citrus essence while being surrounded by the sounds of Chloe singing Feeling Good. Round two for the senses was designed for openness with green mint and Kali Uchas singing Telepatia. The final essential oil, atlas cedar had grounding properties while puling in the marriage of feminine and masculine energies listening to I am Woman by Emmy Meli. With the intention to bring balance and energy to the body and mind Sauna Meister and Spa Director, Jennifer Lynn completed the custom experience by bathing the guest with sound waves for improved well-being. BEAUTY INSIDE AND OUT: All the AWANA Spa & Wellness treatments feature an I AM statement for you to connect with the powerful being that you are.
SPA ATLANTIS
Located in heart of Reno this Forbes 4 Star Spa in Northern Nevada allows for a complete escape to a world of serenity for personal rediscovery, solace and healing.
SKIN CARE MUST HAVE Thousands of new products hit the market every year and the hunt for quality skincare that is truly anti-aging can feel overwhelming. The Clinical Power Trio by DefenAge is dermatologist and doctor recommended for the evidence based paradigm shift in skin rejuvenation. With fifteen clincal studies to back itsbenefitsDefengeisaproductpay to attention to.
72 | Deluxe Version Magazine
ELEVATED EXPERIENCE: Step into your promise land flowing with a secret eci r pe of milk and honey. The entire body sugar scrub exfoliates the skin to hydrate and regenerate with a warm blend of milk, honey and oils combined to create a heavenly experience. The body treatment is completed with a face and scalp massage while oils rejuvenate the skin as you lay relaxed in an almost weightless state in the Soft Pack System, wrapped in a specialfilmfordeeperlevelsofhealing. UNIQUE FEATURES: Go to new heights before and after your treatment with the healing power of quartz crystal in the Laconicum Lounge and the anti-nflammatory benefits of the Brine Inhalation Light Therapy Lounge.
SMOOTH SKIN FIRMING HAS YOU COVERED NATURALLY
Danielle Panaro
launched Smooth Skin Firming with her sister, Claudine, in June of 2021 with the intention of bringing naturally clean, chemical free, yet highly effective products to the world of body care. Hailing from Buffalo, New York, the aesthetician, cosmetic formulator, health and nutrition enthusiast, and mother of two earned a B.A. in Communication and Marketing from Northeastern University in Boston before moving to Las Vegas. After several years in the aesthetics and makeup industry, Danielle began to investigate what went into the products she had been using and was shocked by the amount of chemicals she found. Slowly she began to experiment in her kitchen with her own original formulas. Once she became confident enough in her experimentation she contacted a cosmetic chemist and started Smooth Skin Firming. Danielle and the Smooth team live by their motto:
“What you put ON your body is just as important as what you put IN your body.” All Smooth products are cruelty free and vegan and are made locally Las in Vegas.Danielle’sfocusdet on oxification,anti-aging,hydration, colagen growth, skin firming, and the prevention of celluite, oxidation,andinflammationhasesu r ltedinproductswhichareboth supereffectiveandnatural.Thebestpartis:allofthesebenefitsare achieved without the use of any chemicals, sulfates, or parabens (which can get into your bloodstream and disrupt your hormones)! Smooth’s four key products are: Detox Coffee Scrub, Detox Hair and Body Wash, Detox Body Oil, and Detox Bath Soak. With ingredients like essential oils, CBD, coffee, rosehip seed oil, hemp seed extract, sea buckthorn, and sea kelp, you’re sure to feel revitalized after each application. Danielle’s daily grind ranges anywhere from pilates and weight lifting to yoga and meditation. Coupled with whole food nutrition, her products act as a perfect enhancement to her health-conscious lifestyle.
“Fitness is such a huge part of body care and Smooth products can be implemented into any workout routine for maximum effect.” For early mornings, Danielle prepares for her infrared sauna sessions with Smooth’s Hair and Body Detox Wash and Detox Coffee Scrub, followed by a post-sauna application of Smooth’s Detox Body Oil before working out. Post-workout she reaches for the Detox Bath Soak to soothe sore muscles and ends the night with another round of Detox Body Oil for hydration.
— By Ryan Gillum
Products are available in full retail, travel, and back bar sizes. Subscribe via email on the Smooth website www.smoothskinfirming.com
74 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Top Destinations
CROCKFORDS
74 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Palace I N T R I G U E If “live like royalty” is on your 2022 wish list, then a visit to the Palaces at Crockfords Las Vegas is your answer.
Top Destinations
CROCKFORDS
“The amenities are state-of-the-art… and the design provides a fresh, new take on opulence.”
Crockfords is the ultra-luxe, high-end
hotel inside Resorts World—the first eso r rt to be built on the Las Vegas Strip in over a decade—and the Palaces are as grand as it gets. This world-class “resort-within-a-resort” has ushered in a new era of luxury in just over six months, according to Shannon McCallum, Resorts World Las Vegas Vice President of Hotel Operations. “Here, luxury is all about comfort, ease and indulgence.” And nowhere is that more evident than when you enter one of the exclusive Palaces.
“These are private residential-style getaways, with secluded entrances, a dedicated pre-arrival team, and a 24hour VIP ambassador service,” says McCallum. Seven thousand square feet of opulence to be exact. The Steelman Partners-designed four-bedroom Palaces are the hotel’s most spacious suites.
They offer a grand foyer; a formal dining room; a cinema-style media room; and a game room complete with billiards and a wet bar. Each of the palatial master suites include spa-inspired bathrooms with soaking tubs and custom walk-in closets. There is a three-bedroom option as well; and not to be outdone, each Palace has its own eclectic pop-art program so “discerning guests will be able to come back again and enjoy a completely different vibe.” The outdoor vibe is just as magnificent. Adds McCallum, “Outside is a tranquil terrace with a private pool, spa, manicured gardens and gourmet patio kitchen that invites guests to lounge under the sun, moon and stars.” So for those who enjoy the finer things in life, have fun storming the palace. Just don’t forget to pack your crown.
— By Stacey Gualandi
Deluxe Version Magazine | 79
Interiors+Design
SURFSIDE
AN ARCHITECTURAL EXPRESSION ARTE SURFSIDE
is Florida’s finest collection of luxury beach homes. The inaugural stateside project of legendary Italian architects and designers Antonio Citterio and Patricia Viel, in collaboration with Kobi Karp Architecture and Interior Design, Arte stands out among Surfside’s multitude ofmajesticedificesinaclassofitsown. The exclusivity and elegance of Arte Surfside is unrivaled; Residents enjoy first class services and amenities within sumptuous abodes offering breathtaking ocean views from private terraces. Fancy some South Florida opulence? Find yourself at Arte Surfside.
— By Ryan Gillum
80 | Deluxe Version Magazine
National Spotlight
MIAMI
Interiors+Design
MIAMI
82 | Deluxe Version Magazine
BENTLEY MOTORS’
Deluxe Version Magazine | 83
Importing the World’s Finest Stone for Over 15 Years
Stone & Tile Gallery
3925 W. Sunset Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89118
www.MarbleExpressLV.com
Women In Business
REAL ESTATE
NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY WITH
RASMEEKA ONSTEAD — By Danica Serena Stockton Rasmeeka Onstead of Signature Real Estate Group has distinguished herself as a leading Real Estate Agent in Las Vegas. Born in South Africa and raised in Las Vegas from the age of seven, she has witnessed the city grow from just a few sites on the strip to what it is today.
“I loved growing up here, and one of the most rewarding parts of my job is to show my clients all of the amazing things Las Vegas has to offer.” With a record-breaking 50,000 homes sold last year and no signs of the market slowing down, we asked Ms. Onstead her thoughts on the current market, what’s ahead, and why so many people want to call Las Vegas home. “Over 140 people a day are becoming new residents to our affordable and glamorous 24/7 city. While there is, of course, the amazing dining and entertainment of the strip, there is so much more: Mount Charleston, Red Rock, and Lake Mead. You can also go snowboarding, skiing, hiking, or rent a boat and be on the water, all within just thirty minutes. It truly has it all!” Onstead says.
PHOTO BY MARCO TRANIELLO
“The bulk of my new clients are coming from California, Florida, Texas, and Arizona, but it is not easy,” says Onstead. With homes getting snatched up quickly and low inventory, you need an experienced realtor that knows the local market and current inventory conditions to aggressively search for your ideal home. As interest rates are predicted to rise, there has never been a better time to buy. Whether you are a luxry buyer or puch r asing your first home, Rasmeeka Onstead has you covered!
Deluxe Version Magazine | 85
HOME ETERNAL 86 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Interiors+Design
THOMAS BURGER
INTERIORS+DESIGN
“Upon entering the home through the grand entrance door (left) you find yourself almost immediately being invited back outside”. Deluxe Version Magazine | 61
Design Spotlight
THOMAS BURGER
“Root from Malaysia was used to create the custom coffee table.”
Desert Bungalow Deluxe Version Magazine | 65 89
90 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Interiors+Design
THOMAS BURGER
INTERIORS+DESIGN
“The goal of this house was to foster blurred boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces both architecturally and with the furnishings selected. Architecturally, the oversized sliding glass doors and louvered overhangs set the stage for the organic materials used to create much of the fuernitu and accessories. Large scale art was specifically chosen to depict nature and to be proportionate with the architectural openings, framing nature itself,” explains WHO’S WHO HALL OF FAME designer Thomas Burger.
Design Spotlight
THOMAS BURGER
Photographed By Dustin Walker Deluxe Version Magazine | 93
For your exclusive experience
Business Spotlight
THE WOLF OF REAL ESTATE
CAN’T FIND IT? FIX IT WITH
THE WOLF OF REAL ESTATE Due to low inventory
and high demand, the Las Vegas market remains scarce for buyers and investors alike. Ranking in the top 1% of agents in Las Vegas with $23.5 million in sales last year, Juan Rubio has a solution for bopar th tiesben to efitcu in enr co t nditions.He shares, “there is a huge opportunity in Vegas to make a lot of wealth in real estate. Even though inventory is low, there are properties here that areundervalued.Iffin you dthosedeals,thereis a lot to be made as the demand for homes that arefulyfixedupishigh.” Rubio explains to buyers looking for their new homes, “When you work with me, you can get a house designed to taste without the long wait. I have a massive inventory of off-market luxury properties being worked on right now.” New builds can take anywhere from one to two years, from the commencement of architectural plans to closing. Currently, many new builds are experiencing even further delays due to the shortage of transportation for building supplies. With so many shipments of materials backordered, estimated closing dates have been pushed back regularly for the past two years. With Rubio’s fix and flip approach, buyers can implement certain upgrades to their likings, such as customized cabinets, closets, backyards,sinks,floors,accenwal t ls,ande.mor If the structure of the property allows, buyers can even add or subtract rooms as well. All of this freedom in design with the convenience of a quick turnaround on the project results in turnkey homes waiting for their new owners within a month or two, according to Rubio. He informs, “Buyers can get hundreds and thousands of dollars of built-in equity when they buy these plans…many of them located on golf courses and in guard-gated communities with massive lots and views.”
96 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Rubio’s ecen r t fix and flip to a celebrity most clearly folows this flo. “Mw y client got a house for $950,000. We put about $500,000 into it,” Rubio explains. As soon as the 3630 Tobias Lane property was sold to his investor, Rubio had his team draft the remodel and listed the home for $2.2 million based on the renderings alone while it was still being worked on. “We got it under contract within less than thirty days at asking price,” Rubio mentions.
“We are bringing a whole new market to the luxury side of real estate, which I am proud of,” Juan Rubio, the wolf of real estate, exclaims. Rubio has steam r lined his fix and flip process to the folowing: find, sell, draft enr derings, market, fix, flip, elr ist, and sell to the final homeowner. “More than half my deals this year were fixes and flips for my clients,” he epo r rts. Many properties at auctions and off the market have great bones, desirable locations, and high square footage but may be dated and not so appealing to the eye initially. With Rubio and his team’shelp,thesepropertiesbecomeprofitable for investors and diamonds in the rough for new homeowners.
Juan Rubio states,”I manage big portfolios of investment properties for clients and usually have record-breaking prices per sqft sales. Other realtors call me for advice on how I get such high prices per sqft for my listings. Agents listing a home soon in the area thank me for setting comps for them to be able to get appraisals at their price. The quality of our remodeled homes is excellent. I had a neighbor at the Falvo property tell me I was crazy thinking I could get $970k for a home where the comps were all-around $750k. I sold the home thousands above appraisal. I love to net my clients the most money possible for their homes. If you’re an investor with a portfolio of homes or someone thinking of selling a property, contact me for a consultation.”
— By Danica Serena Stockton To learn more, please follow @thewolf0frealestate Investors can contact Juan at 702-913-3044
National Spotlight
BUSINESS
SOLAR SUN PRO
Is Blazing The Way For Renewable Energy — By Taylor Burk
Rapidly expanding,
Solar Sun Pro exceeds their mission to become the mostepu r table and inovative solar energy consulting firm in the nation. Leading at the forefront of the environmental movement with unmatched expertise, Solar Sun Pro is a preferred partner in solar, advancing the planet and empowering the people. Together, business mogul and proud owner, Nick Quattone III, partner, Garrett Blake, and VP, Angelo Gioeli, have grown their success individually and collectively as one of the industry’s most informative management teams to produce important and impactful large-scale contributions to homeowners and the environment. SolarSuPrn sto andsfirbeh m indtheiprr omiseprto ovidequal,ity customdesigned solar systems that meet residential renewable needs, while providing ease of mind throughout each step of the process. Quattone states, “Our team of energy consultants help to make the switch to solar simple and seamless ensuring that every client receives excellent and consistent care, exclusive consultancy services, state of the art products, aswellascompetitvepricingwithfinanceandwarrantyoptions. Fundamentally, we are committed to guaranteeing overall customer satisfaction.” Blake adds, “Our customers save top dollar on their renewable energy investments and we have plenty of testimonies from clientele that represent the power of our philosophy to put homeowner’s needs and budgets first and never cut corners. Many are calling their transition to solar the best decision they have ever made for themselves and their family.” Solar Sun Pro is prominently recognized for rendering
98 | Deluxe Version Magazine
steam r lined strategies from start to finish and most importan,tly the professional and personable installment teams that always bring good energy! With headquarters in Las Vegas, Nevada, Solar Sun Pro services customers nationwide and maintains operational facilities in ten states and counting. Reflectingonthecompany’soverallabundance,Quattoneshares,
“All of the knowledge and experience we have amassed over the years cultivating Solar Sun Pro has been incredibly humbling and rewarding. We thank our internal team, our clients, and the local Las Vegas community for their continued support and dedication to renewable energy. Our appreciation is evergreen.” Having over a decade of experience in similar industries prior to producing Solar Sun Pro, Quattone and Blake are true grassroots entrepreneurs determined to offer solutions, think local, and act global. Having already witnessedtheinfluentialimpactSolarSuPrn has o bestowedtheon planet thus far, it is exciting to realize the contribution the company will prosper in the many years to come!
Deluxe Version
FEATURE STORY
Photo By Timothy Hancock
Women In Business
ENTREPRENEUR
AN EMPIRE
Whoever said that girls
shouldn’t play with heavy materials certainly did not tell Nicole Mann, CEO of Glass Vegas. A mother of two, Mann has been in the glass industry for over 16 years. “I had been working for other companies in California and fell in love with everything except for how the employees were treated.” Promising herself to change the industry and create an environment where her employees could thrive, Mann opened her own company and quickly is becoming one of the leading glass companies in Las Vegas. It might be old school, but to Mann, a handshake means something.
100 | Deluxe Version Magazine
of GLASS
“I am going to find a way, no matter what, to bring my client’s dreams to reality. When someone calls about a project, I am the one that answers the phone. I will always stay dedicated to communicating with my customers and will always follow through on a promise.” Mann states.
Although the neon pink diamond logo proudly suggests women-owned in a male-dominated industry, this badass woman calls the shots in the glass world. Providing services ranging from wine cellars to extra large pivot doors in multimillion-dollar mansions to mirror walls for gyms, Glass Vegas loves a challenge. “I even make custom picture frames. If you have an idea for your home or business and it involves glass, I’m dedicated to making it happen.”
This committment she makes soundly, because shehasseenfirsthandwhathappenswhenthe customer is not appreciated.
— By Dani Reeves For more information on Glass Las Vegas, call 702-857-7553.
People Of The Year
TOP LAWYERS
CONFIDENCE HAS NO COMPETITION IN LIFE & LAW WITH
LEILA HALE — By Taylor Burk Expert
personal injury attorney, Leila Hale, is the drivngfoce r behindherfemale-ownedlawfirm,fighting injustice daily, while bringing peace to suffering clientele. Hale is a highly intuitive business mogul who steadfastly believes that what is meant to be wil eventually find its way to her. That’s why she bet on herself and as an extension of her entrepreneurial spirit, Hale Injury Law was born with unwavering passion destined to defend human rights. Little did Hale know that her journey in personal injury law wasborn,longbefoer thelaunchofherfirowingGr m. up in a family of doctors, nurses, and dentists who balanced education, empathy, and execution as a standard core value fully equipped Hale to spark total life changes for the clients who rely on her strength and diligence to do so on their behalf. Hale comments,
“Positively impacting people’s livelihood is practically hard-coded into my being, it’s who I am, and through my injury law practice, I am able to be the strong backbone that ensures my clients don’t get taken advantage of. I look out for my clients at all costs and love what I do! My clients are my biggest inspiration, next to my children and team.” Feeling better after an accident is a dream for some individuals, and Hale makes these opportunities not only possible but also manageable. Especially those who have been turned away at other injury law firms or have been wrongfully informed they do not have a
“good case”. When asked how Hale has perfected her company blueprint to attack demanding challenges with such strategic and organized skill sets compared to competing injury law firms, she clarified, “Confidence has no competition in life and law. They say it’s a man’s world, especially in business, but with the amount of perseverance I’ve always brought to the table, I never considered myself different from the men. Maybe better than sometimes, but not different than. To be transparent, the women on my team are great listeners, and we feel our client’s fears and stress after an accident. That aspect alone is a superpower and an unparalleled asset my team offers our clients who strive to be seen, heard, understood, and connected to their vision of becoming well with the help of those willing to advocate for them.” Clients of Hale Injury Law often express their shared appreciation for the confident, skiled, and friendly staff that offer ongoing support throughout the legal process, while keeping lines of communication open, honest, and always confidential. “We are always developing improvements so we can do more to help our clients by stopping the injustice that insurance companies attempt to force on them when strong arming a client to accept inadequate settlements,” said Hale. Certainly, Hale is an example that there is no limit to what women can accomplish, she is on track to become licensed in all 50 states! Hale explains, “Just as I efin r e achievements in my personal life and career, our team expects our clients to come back even stronger than they were before being injured. Winning million-dollar cases is a great feeling, but nothing compares to witnessing how our unparalleled support system makes it all happen.” Hale herself is a case in point of the abundance businesswomen can achieve when never settling for less and having standards much higher than their heels.
Contact Hale Innjury Law 24/7 At 702.736.5800 1661 W HORIZON RIDGE PKWY #200, HENDERSON, NV 89012
102 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Deluxe Version
Photos By Timothy Hancock
FEATURE STORY
Defining
THE WORLD’S FINEST CANNABIS ESTABLISHMENT Jardín means ‘garden’ in Spanish. To cannabis lovers it means a whole lot more. The world-class dispensary was founded in 2016 by Adam Cohen. For the last decade, Adam has devoted his career to the legal cannabis industry as the founder and CEO of Jardín, and previously as cofounder and Managing Partner of a commercial cultivation company with operations across several states. Prior to his foray into the cannabis industry, Adam lived in Miami, where he co-founded and served as OO C of a private equit y fir m focused on luxr y hotels and resor t s in Miami, the Caribbean, and South America. Adam is a graduate of the University of Colorado and the University of Colorado School of Law. His background in law, unusual career path, extensive international travels, and passion for luxury hospitality all converged and helped to inform his vision for Jardín. In 2017 Adam was joined by business partner Zechariah Lord. Hailing from Greenwich, Connecticut, Zech graduated from Guilford College and was recruited to play professional football with the NFL from 19982002 (Washington Redskins, Pittsburgh Steelers, Green Bay Packers) and thereafter with the NFL Europe (Amsterdam Admirals) and the Arena Football league (Las Vegas Gladiators). Since 2008, Zech has worked with Spearmint Rhino. As Director of Customer Development for Spearmint Rhino, Zech has been responsible for generating millions of dollars in revenue, in large part through his network of VIPs and celebrity clientele. As a partner in Jardín and Director of Business Development, he is an integral part of the management team and focuses on building key relationships and providing strategic direction to the company. Adam and Zech met through a mutual friend shortly after Jardín’s founding. Like many professional athletes, Zech became interested in cannabis due to its natural healing properties. When Adam asked him to join Jardín, the decision was easy.
“So many athletes are looking to cannabis related products for pain relief these days,” says Zech. “I jumped at the opportunity to join an industry that helps heal people naturally.” But it’s not just athletes. Thanks in part to Zech’s connections, support from entertainers developed organically for Jardín. On opening day, November 11th, 2016, Snoop Dogg, arguably the biggest name among celebrity cannabis advocates, set the tone for Jardín with his guest appearance. Snoop has been back many times since, along with other notable artists such as 2 Chainz, T.I., Jadakiss, Birdman, Jeezy, Rick Ross, Juicy J. and many others. “Music is such an important part of cannabis culture, and big names in the industry will stop by unexpectedly on any given day, making for an exciting atmosphere for Jardín’s customers and employees,” says Zech. Jardín has over 200 employees, over 70% of which are female and over 75%ofwhichcomefrmultoicultur albackgrounds.“Weareareflection of, and strive to be an example for, our community,” says Adam Cohen. “We consider our diversity to be one of our greatest strengths. It allows us to better relate to and serve our community.”
Jardín University, the company’s in-house training division, provides its team mem ber s w i t h a fir st- class can nabi s edu cat io n t hat i nclu des co r e cannabis knowledge, Jardín’s demanding brand and customer service standards, and regulations and compliance. Jardín aims to set the bar for knowledge-based customer service within the cannabis industry. It s objective is for Jardín cer tified budtender s to achieve a level of knowledge akin to a sommelier. Jardín has been doing its part to give back to the community. For example, last Thanksgiving, Jardín helped provide full turkey dinners for 50 0 local familes in need. Since it s fir st day of oper ations, which happens to be Veterans Day, Jardín has offered a standing 25% discoal toun vetl er ansandfir stresponder s.Tohelpminor tiesaffected by the numerous injustices stemming from the war on drugs, Jardín donated all of its Juneteenth 2021 proceeds to the Buried Alive Project, an organization which provides legal support to people serving life sentences for drug-related crimes.
“At Jardín, we believe in conscious capitalism,” says Adam. “There’s more to business than turning a profit. We are of course focused on the fundamentals of our business but taking care of our community and providing real career opportunities for our team members is a critical measure of long-term success, and that’s what moves us.” By focusing on its branding and marketing more than most dispensaries, the Jardín team has garnered a global reputation as one of the USA’s finest cannabis establishment s, ear nig t went y “Best of” consumer choice awards since its founding. While Jardín credits the loyalty of its local customers for its success, a large number of Jardín’s customers are tourists, which is unusual given its location on the east side. “We don’t need ads on taxi cabs. People come to Vegas knowing they will stop at Jardín,” says Zech. “People are drawn to the authenticity of the brand and the experience they know they will have at Jardín.” In Nevada, the cannabis industry generated a staggering one billion dollars in revenue last year alone, and it won’t be slowing down any time soon. Last year, Nevada passed a bill, AB341, which legalized cannabis consumption lounges. Existing dispensaries will be eligible to apply for a consumption lounge license, with an additional twenty licenses reserved for social equity applicants and businesses who have no current connection to the cannabis industry. The prospect of millions of people possessing and enjoying cannabis in a safe, legal environment is great news for companies like Jardín. “We have taken the time to develop and perfect the fundamentals of our business. Now we are ready to introduce a world-class consumption lounge to Las Vegas, and eventually we will look to replicate the Jardín experience in new markets.” Thanks to the combined efforts of Adam Cohen and Zech Lord, along with their valued team members, Jardín has blossomed into a truly abundant garden. With the arrival of a promising new year, there’s plenty of room to grow.
— By Ryan Gillum Deluxe Version Magazine | 105
Top Doctors
NEW NON-INVASIVE TECHNOLOGY IS WITHIN REACH AT ENGINEERED AESTHETICS — By Danica Serena Stockton
Engineered Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Insti-
tueisthefirstpracticeinNevadatoaddEm sculpt Neo to its arsenal of other BTL devices that it offers, including Emsculpt Classic, Exilis, Emtone, and Emsella. These non-surgical devices use various combinations of electromagnetic energy, radiofrequency, and ultrasound to achieve their desired effects. The following is a description of each of the non-invasive modalities offered at Engineered Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Institute that can be used to improve one’s aesthetic appearance without the need for surgery. Plastic surgeon Dr. Nitin J. Engineer states that “Emsculpt Neo uses electromagnetic energy in addition to radiofrequency to build and tone muscle, while burning fat, respectively. The entire principle is FDA approved for an array of targeted anatomic areas including the abdominal, gluteal, thigh, calf, biceps, and triceps muscles.” Electromagnetic energy and radiofrequency were previously unable to be implemented together due to counteracting technology. Dr. Engineer elaborates,
“Now, we can use applicators that allow us to target the motor neurons in these muscle groups to induce signals to contract the muscles at a higher velocity and frequency. This engages the muscles in a fashion to replicate a workout to an exponential degree. For example, the device could simulate 20,000 sit-ups in just thirty minutes potentially because of the frequency at which the muscles engage. Furthermore, the radiofrequency helps melt the surrounding fat in the same anatomic area.” . Dr Engineer shares that his personal fitness trainer tried Emsculpt Neo. Despite his trainer’s extreme level of physical conditioning, he was still sore two to three days following the treatment, emphasizing its effectiveness. This therapy can benefit almost any physique er gardlessoffitnesslevel,althoughEngi. Dr neer does mention, “For patients with a soft abdomen and excess fat, it is very important to im-
Carmen Electra attends Engineered Aesthetics’ Grand Opening as a VIP Special Guest.
plement the radiofrequency portion to burn the fat while the muscles use the stored energy from that burned fat.” Emsella uses the same electromagnetic energy in Emsculpt alone without radiofrequency to targetthepelvicfloormusculate.ur Thiscanbene fitpatientsthatsufferfromurinaryincontience. More recent studies and research are being performed to benefit patients who desier stonger r sexual satisfaction, which has also been documented in select patients with this technology. According to Dr. Engineer, Exilis, “uses radiofrequency and ultrasound to tighten the skin and smoothen wrinkles. Skin laxity is caused by the loss of connective tissue and storage of excess fat,specificalar ly oundtheeyesandneckSci . en tific esear r ch egar r ding the use of Exils to eat r these areas shows an average of 42% reduction in wrinkles.” Body contouring is also an option
with this technology and involves controlled heating and cooling as the radiofrequency burns the fat, and the ultrasound tightens the skin. Dr. Engineer also reveals a solution for cellulite with Emtone, which “uses radiofrequency and targeted pressure therapy to simultaneously deliver thermal and mechanical energy.” Emtone targets areas of cellulite from many angles. “Cellulite is a multifactorial problem. Fibrous bands run from the skin to the muscle and pull the tissue down, creating dimples around pockets of fat. Emtone melts the fat, losens the fibrous bands, and smoothens the texture. It’s especially great for the dimpling areas on the posterior aspect of the thighs,” Dr. Engineer reports. Please contact Engineered Aesthetics for a consultation to see if you may be a suitable candidate.
Deluxe Version Magazine | 107
W I NT ER
/
SPRIN G
2022
TOP TWENTY OP P LL E E PP EE O
O O FF TT H H EE YY EE AA RR
Deluxe Version Magazine’s editorial team has sought the top twenty leaders of the year in their selective category. These individuals have an exceptional presence in our network and in the communities of our readers. Our publication takes the highest regard in honoring individuals that continue to excel in their businesses, supporting the local community around them, and making a truly positive difference in the world. We proudly recognize each of these great men and women.
108 | Deluxe Version Magazine
TOP TWENTY DOCTORS TWO THOUSAND T W ENT Y T WO
DR. CHRISTOPHER ASANDRA ASANDRA MD BEVERLY HILLS
DR. NITIN ENGINEER ENGINEERED AESTHETICS PLASTIC SURGERY
DR. THOMMAN KURUVILLA ADVANCED ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MED,
DR. HAYLEY BROWN DESER HILLS PLASTIC SURGERY
DR. NEVILLE CAMPBELL CENTER FOR WELLNESS & PAIN CARE
DR. SEP BADY ADVANCED ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MED,
DR. EVA LITTMAN RED ROCK FERTILITY
DR. KUNAL PARIKH LAS VEGAS SPORTS & SPINE CENTER
DR. SIMON FARROW NEUROLOGIST
DR. AMEL YOUSSEF VISION BY AMEL
CLAUDIO BONOMETTI
DR. BRYAN ABASOLO BH DISC & LASER THERAPY CENTER
NEVADA HEART & VASCULAR
DR. JEFF DAVIDSON PRO AM SPORTS MEDICINE
DR. SAMEER SHEIKH SIKARA MEDSPA
DR. MICHELLE FARNOUSH IMPLANT & COSMETIC DENTISTRY
DR. IRWAN GOH SMILES BY GOH
DR. TEDDY SIM CHIROPRACTED
DR. JONATHAN DEAN SUMMERLIN SMILES
DR. AKINDELE KOLADE CAL PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES
DR. ATI HAKIMI RCMD / VEGAS DIRECT PRIMARY CARE
We proudly recognize each of the Top Twenty Doctors Of The Year honorees. Not listed in any particular order. W W W. D E L U X E V E R S I O N M A G A Z I N E . C O M
TOP TWENTY LAWYERS TWO THOUSAND T W ENT Y T WO
LEILA HALE, ESQ. HALE INJURY LAW
NICK POMPONIO, ESQ. POMPONIO INJURY LAW
JARED CLARK, ESQ. CLARK LAW GROUP
STEVE DIMOPOULOS, ESQ. DIMOPOULOS INJURY LAW
ADRIAN KARIMI, ESQ.
KRIS HELMICK, ESQ.
PATRICK KANG, ESQ. ACE LAE GROUP
DOUGLAS CRAWFORD, ESQ. DOUGLAS CRAWFORD LAW
KYLE TATUM, ESQ. ACE LAW GROUP
TIFFANY YANG, ESQ. ACE LAW GROUP
KORY KAPLAN, ESQ. KAPLAN COTTNER
DAVEN CAMERON, ESQ. CAMERON LAW
KYLE COTTNER, ESQ. KAPLAN COTTNER
MANDY MCKELLAR, ESQ. MCKELLAR FAMILY LAW
TRAVIS BUCHANAN, ESQ. F. TRAVIS BUCHANAN & ASSOCIATES
ERIC MARSHALL, ESQ. MARSHALL INJURY LAW
LADAH LAW FIRM
PACIFIC WEST INJURY
KEIVAN ROEBUCK, ESQ. ROEBUCK LAW FIRM
G. DALLAS HORTON, ESQ. G. DALLAS HORTON & ASSOCIATES
CASEY XAVIER, ESQ. CLAGGETT & SYKES LAW FIRM
We proudly recognize each of the Top Twenty Lawyers Of The Year honorees. Not listed in any particular order. W W W. D E L U X E V E R S I O N M A G A Z I N E . C O M
MARK EISENBERG, ESQ. POMPONIO INJURY LAW
Deluxe Version
TOP LAWYERS
KEEP MOVING FORWARD WITH
TIFFANY YANG
Growing up in Southern California, Tiffany Yang always enjoyed watching true crime shows on television.
In fact, they were the main inspiration behind her decision to study criminology at UC Irvine. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree, Tiffany moved to Las Vegas and enrolled in UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law. Upon earning her Juris Doctor, Tiffany would serve as a judicial law clerk under the Honorable Susan H. Johnson at the Eighth Judicial District Court. Her experience with Judge Johnson would open her eyes to the world of civil law and ultimately convince her to change her legal career path. Tiffany joined Ace Law Group in 2020.
“Moving from a judicial court to an actual law firm was a huge change. Thankfully, everyone here at Ace is super positive and supportive, which makes for a great work environment.” Ace Law Group was founded by Patrick Kang in 2009 to represent Las Vegas residents in a variety of personal injury concerns and employment law matters. Unlike most law firms, which let one or two attorneys take charge and oversee rather than participate in case proceedings, Ace Law Group works together as a cohesive unit. With this collaborative approach, the Ace team is able to tackle each case from multiple perspectives and areas of expertise, creating a strong case for every client. Their most recent victory was a premises liability case which earned its client a one million dollar settlement. When asked about practicing law in Vegas, Tiffany had only goodthingssay to “Vegas . isdefinitelsmy alan l dcompetitve, but there is a lot of camaraderie between personal injury lawyers. We’re all in the same field and we want our comunity to be respectable.” While she admits being a lawyer can be overwhelming at times, Tiffany Yang embraces the challenges that come with her profession. Borrowing a quote from her favorite animated film,MeettheRobinsons,shevows“kto eepmovingforward” andfightforherclients’justiceonedayatatime.
— By Ryan Gillum
112 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Dr. Michelle Farnoush
Deluxe Version
TOP DOCTORS
HAS EXPANDED HER SIGNATURE SMILES TO ORANGE COUNTY Dr. Michelle Farnoush is an award-winning reconstructive and cosmetic dentist. Until recently, she has been based exclusively in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada. Now she has expanded to Newport Beach to share her healing powers with Southern California.
“We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile.” Michelle’s extensive educational background includes degrees from McGill University, Columbia University, UNLV’s School of Dental Medicine, and the Kois Center for Dental Excellence. We managed to distract Michelle from her busy schedule and inquire about her growing practice. HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN DENTISTRY? “I was drawn to dentistry through my older sister, who is also a dentist back in Canada. In uiversi,ty I would shadow her at her office, and my passion for the responsibility and reputation as a healthcare provider grew from there.” WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT DENTISTRY? “Our smiles are powerful: it’s how we express a range of emotions and share our confidence with the world. s a eco r nstructive and cosmetic dentist, I have the opportunity to help build my clients’ confidenceandbecomepartoftheirjouneytoanewbeginig.It takes trust, excellence in aesthetic techniques, and great customer service to make someone’s goals become a reality.” TELL US ABOUT YOUR PRACTICE. “By using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures, we guarantee beautiful, healthy, long-lasting smiles in both form and function. My entire dental team is highly trained in evidence-based comprehensive care and our proprietary approach to aesthetic and artistic dentistry give our clients a whole new way of taking control of their experience.” HOW HAS DENTISTRY CHANGED IN RECENT YEARS? “The transition to digital technology has been one of the biggest advances in dentistry: straightening teeth without goopy impressions, making same-day crowns, and especially using technology to facially generate and digitally design a brand new smile. All of these things have made dentistry emor efficient, predictable, and longer-lasting.” WHAT’S IN STORE FOR THE FUTURE? “Expandingtheo NewpoBeach rt officeprovidesusnewwith tech nology and adds a fresh, modern elegance to my clients’ dental experience. The exquisite environment we create at each client touchpointswhatsetsusapart.Wewantobecomeyourfirststep to a better lifestyle.” Dr. Michelle Farnoush is at the top of her game. With the expansion to her brand new office in Newport Beach, her fuetur is loking as bright as the smiles she creates.
— By Ryan Gillum
Deluxe Version Magazine | 113
Deluxe Version
TOP LAWYERS
NICK POMPONIO HANDS IN EVERY CASE – By Danica Serena Stockton Well established attorney, Nick Pomponio, prioritizes his personal
nteri action with each and every case that comes to his firm, Pomponio Law Injury On. e-on-eVIPserviceiscrucialhisto firm’ssuccess.“Itory be as hands on as possible. If I make a phone call as opposed to one of my employees, it makes a difference,” Pomponio explains. Although his firhas m agreatstaffplin aceassi to stthewi day-todaymanagemenoft clients’ cases, he insists that being directly involved in every single case is absolutelynecessarytoconductbusinessthewayheseesfit. “I would love to take time off or go on longer vacations, but no matter how great my employees are, I still have to put in the work. You get what you put in. My life other than my family is encompassed in work,” he confesses. Pomponio observes that his clients’ cases settle quicker and for larger amounts with this type of approach. As he puts it, “The results speak for themselves…My presence has a big effect on my cases…When the person on the letterhead is the one doing things, it all seems to go a lot smoother.” Pomponio’s daily routine consists of waking up early around 4am or 5am in der or to etr urn to his office befoer any of his employees come in and the phones begin to ring. The quiet hours of the early morning allow him to complete certain tasks prior to the normal work day starting. He does so to avoid being torn between additional tasks during the traditional day work Th. efirstpersoan in dthelastpersoofutn theoffice,Pompo nioevensacrificeshisweekendstoensuer hisfirmcontiuestomeethis standards on how cases should be handled.
114 | Deluxe Version Magazine
“There is a lot of my personal well-being and time that I put aside for my clients,” Pomponio admits. As Pomponio Injury Law continues to grow, Pomponio tries to be so involved that each of his clients feels as if they are his only client. Pomponio Injury Law anticipates moving into it’s new Las Vegas office in the next couple of months in der or to better accom modatethegrowthfthefirm.
“When other firms grow, some attorneys try to take a step back and enjoy the fruits of their labor, but that is when some of the quality declines. You have got to put the work in. You can’t build up a business and then let it fall,” he advises. Nick Pomponio assures, “When someone is injured in an accident, his or her life may be turned upside down in a split second. Unfortunately, the insurance carriers, even their own insurance carrier, aren’t on their side. I can navigate these cases walking backwards and blindfolded, but for the average person, it can be overwhelming. We tell our clients to just worry about getting better and we will handle the rest. It is a lot of work on our end, but we are happy to put in the time for our clients.” To learn more, please visit www.pomponiolaw.com
ASK THE PRO:
Deluxe Version
TOP DOCTORS
Meet Top Female Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Hayley Brown — By Taylor Burk Deluxe Version Magazine had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Dr. Hayley Brown, a top female plastic surgeon leading the forefront of beauty enhancement and selected recipient of Deluxe Version Magazine’s Top Twenty Doctors Of The Year Award. Dr. Brown incorporates an impressive balance of traditional and modern methodologies into her operations and appreciates the instant satisfaction of seeing her work come to fruition in real time. Dr. Brown is most intrgued that her specialized field is con stantly evolving, much like art itself, where the only guarantee is that the learning process will continue for the rest of her career. In this interview, Deluxe Version readers will learn about Dr. Brown’s practice, Desert Hills Plastic Surgery Center, as well as her unique perspectives of being a female plastic surgeon. What do you feel is your greatest accomplishment thus far in your career? “Starting my business on my own and watching it grow! Twenty-two years ago upon completion of my Plastic Surgery fellowship, I opened my solo practice, Desert Hills Plastic Surgery Center, in the Las Vegas metropolitan area without knowing anyone and without any business connections. My practice has been very stable and I have remained in the original location since day one. With this growth, I have developed long term relationships with my patients, their families, extended families, and friends.” How has being a woman in the forefront of plastic surgery given you an advantage toward shaping the goals of the many women who seek your expertise? “As a woman, I can relate to the many face and body concerns of my female patients, including issues that come with motherhood and aging. This has given me an in depth perception of the physical and mental realities of being female. Many patients feel more comfortable connecting with a woman doctor to share perspectives, somewhat similar to how women seek out female gynecologists. Historically, the majority of plastic surgeons have been men where women were not well represented in surgical and plastic surgery training programs. In Las Vegas, there have been just a handful of board certified women plastic surgeons. Accordingly, I think we stand out.” What advice would you give your younger self during the journey toward a successful medical career? “In my former years, while training for board certification alongside prestgii ous sugeo r ns,
I grasped an invaluable lesson that set me free from the concept of intimidation in the workplace. I realized that I had the potential to be as good as, if not better than, anyone else and with hard work, continuous education, dedication to excellence, and patient safety, I would be very successful. I learned that even if instructed to execute a procedure a certain way, that does not mean it is the only way.
During a mommy makeover, breast surgery along with body contouring and in most cases a tummy tuck are performed. These are longer surgeries and I enjoy the variety of procedures. Results can be life-changing and help women feel to somuchemor confidenan t dattractive.”
With anatomy knowledge and risk ratio for patient safety always top of mind, I have found that trusting instinctual approaches to operations often yield results far superior.
“My practice is unique in that my husband, Dr. Steven Brown, works with me as our anesthesiologist. We have been working together for 25 years. Patients get a team when they decide on a procedure. Steve is involved with our patients as well as gets to know them. It is comforting to have him assist with intraoperative and immediate post-op care. My office is like a family wth five long-term staff members. The atmosphere is very warm and comfortable and we have fun. I do not delegate. I perform every procedure myself, including injectables, and I commit a lot of time to each of my patients.”
No two clients are the same and therefore, the surgery planning stage, execution, and recovery processes vary accordingly. The advice I would tell my younger self is to trust my judgment, especially my intuition, and ask questions. Think about problems and use creative thinking to formulate my own plans and then execute. Do not be afraid to try new things or different ways of doing things because plastic surgery is not only a science, but it is also an art.” Amongst all of your operations, is there a particular procedure that stands out to you the most? “Mommy makeovers are rewarding cases because in one surgery, a woman’s body can be transformed. Pregnancy and childbearing stetr choutheabdomenandbreasts.Itisdiffi cult and frustrating for a woman to correct these issues with diet and exercise.
What sets your practice apart from others in the same field?
mongsttheever-changingdefinitonsofbeau ty that culture suggests, it is most important to Dr. Brown that her patients understand that although plastic surgery may certainly help many situations, it is not always necessary. While selflove and body positivity is always liberating, Dr. ownBr uld be the first to admit hat a touch of plastic surgery can make a world of difference!
Deluxe Version Magazine | 115
Women In Business
PHILANTHROPIST
Earth
ANGEL
Aynalem Getahun, also known as Aynee,
is the Founder and Executive Director of ngels of L as Vegas, a no profit organization whose mission is to inspire hope to those affected by cancer or life-threatening illnesses. Angels of Las Vegas is dedicated to helping children and adults navigate a diagnosis and treatment by offering a support system and tools for a healthy lifestyle to instill hope for the mind, body, and soul. “We provide hope and dignity through our health and wellness care packages filled with nutritional supplements, mental health program, weekly Feed Vegas program, financial suppor t to cover medical co - pays & funeral expenses, provide 100% human hair custom wig donations, headscarves, hats, turbans, and pre-cancer bras,” Getahun says. With virtual services and in-person classes discussing the role of good nutrition, self-care, yoga, and meditation, Getahun understands
the importance of creating a healthy lifestyle to improve overall health. An accomplished businesswoman, Getahun believes there is a bright future for her community, and the ability to build together by helping others motivates her as a philanthropist. Getahun served as Community Outreach Chair on the National Association of Women Business Owners of Nevada (NAWBO) for two years; she also dedicated her time on the Board of the Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Nevada’s Young Professional Society and currently serves on the board of African Diaspora Las Vegas. With Getahun’s commitment to community service and tenacity for a change, she was awarded the Athena Award for “Young and Professional Youth Leadership.” She was also a finalist for the Rising Star ward for Women of Distinction Award, for the National Association of Women Business Owners,
named in newsmakers for Las Vegas ReviewJournal, awarded 2021 Community Champion by Las Vegas Bowl, honored at 2022 Success in the City Go Urban Las Vegas, and inducted into the Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Nevada Hall of Fame. Getahun hopes that her story inspires others to build businesses and serve their local community.
“When we give back to the Southern Nevada community, it gives us a profound sense of purpose. We wake up every day knowing we are able to do something to honor our clients and those who have passed away. Knowing at the end of it all, we were able to make a difference.” Getahun says. — By Dani Reeves
To learn more on how to receive support or to donate, visit www.angelsoflv.org.
Angels of Las Vegas Board Members
116 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Deluxe Version
COMMUNITY
Deluxe Version Magazine | 115
Deluxe Version
COMMUNITY
ELEGANCE & IMPACT AT THE
B.E. A S.H.E.R.O. FOUNDATION GALA — By Danica Serena Stockton
The B.E. A S.H.E.R.O. Foundation celebrates its 7th
gala on February 12th, 2022, at the opulent Stirling Club in Paradise Las Vegas. The foundation was created to combat human trafficking and to assist victims of said cause to recover and obtain the resources available to them in order to lead safe and stable lives. As a guest at the black-tie event, one can expect entertainment, philanthropy, food, and the good company of those with similar interests in helping others. The Raiders Band Orchestra is to perform for the event along with contortionists, acrobats, and professional dancers. The foundation aims to entertain guests while educating them on the eat thr of human trafficking during the gala. Claims are supported by statistics, studies, and real-life accounts that can clearly communicate to viewers the very prevalent need for attention to this cause. Kimberly Miles, the foundation’s founder, explains the event, “It’s a showstopper and very glamorous. It takes you on a roller coaster of the good and the bad, the happy and the sad. We have a very elite group this year of 200 attendees.” In order to prioritize health at the event, Miles made the decision to offer only full tables instead of individual seats this year in an effort to encourage groups that already are in contact to sit together. “We have a very elite group this year with only 200 guests. It’s in a private club, and security is high to accommodate everyone at the event to feel safe without
being in the masses of the casinos,” she explains. Merging entertainment, event planning, and philanthropy, Miles has organized yet another impactful gala for this year. Miles is driven by her ability to understand and help those who have escaped or are trying to escape human trafficking. “We have a whole generation that is coming out of foster care, 10-24-year-olds. They’ve been abandoned, exploited, abused, and now they are supposed to turn around and go ‘get a life’. What are we doing to society?” Miles challenges. Being in such a vulnerable state primes the optimal opportunity to be abducted and exploited. Kimberly Miles reminds us all,
“Give grace to others and take a deep breath. Stop judging and say only nice things to others. Share, we can’t take it all with us. Make a difference in someone’s life.” If unable to attend the B.E. A S.H.E.R.O. Foundation Gala, you can still participate with a donation towards the cause. For those who would like to attend, only a handful of tables are left, be sure to secure yours at www.sherofoundation.org
Deluxe Version Magazine | 119
Deluxe Version
TOP LAWYERS
ADRIAN KARIMI STANDS FOR THOSE IN NEED OF JUSTICE
As a child at just five years old, drian imgrated to the United
States from Iran with his mother, who left everything behind in search of the American Dream. Growing up in Los Angeles in a single parent household,drianwouldexperiencefirsthandthatthemericaneam Dr didn’t come easy, and how people in power would constantly take advantage of those in a lower socioeconomic status. dopting his fighting spirit from his mom, Adrian never shied away from hardship and went on to graduate from UCLA with a Bachelor’s degree in History, cum laude. Following his graduation, Adrian moved to Las Vegas and attended William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV. While in law school, Adrian was a judicial clerk for the Honorable Justice Pickering of the Nevada Supreme Court, and also for the Honorable Judge (now Justice) Abbi Silver of the Eighth Judicial District Court, Dept. XV in Clark County, Nevada. Once leaving public service and entering the private sector, Adrian joined Ladah Law Firm in 2016. The firm is minorty based; its founder, Ramzy Ladah, is also of middle eastern origin. Ladah Law takes pride in its ability to represent a wide range of minority clients, from Hispanic to Ethiopian, in a diverse city like Las Vegas.
122 | Deluxe Version Magazine
Adrian Karimi’s approach to law is simple.
“My goal is to fully understand my client’s situation and to help them believe strongly in their case. In the courtroom I focus on what the judge needs to hear versus what I want to say.” Adrian has recently achieved great success in the courtroom. After two weeks of back to back trials in the heat of September - one a trip and fall incident, the other a car crash - Adrian was able to receive total verdicts of $276,000 and $120,000 for his clients respectively. He is now spearheading a national class action lawsuit against worldwide car manufacturer Audi for a series of defective engines. The ultra-competitive Las Vegas law scene poses many challenges, but drianKaran im dLadahLawar Firm eeady r figh to fot those r need i and get them the justice they deserve.
— By Ryan Gillum
Top Doctors
DISCOVER
PRP THERAPY AT SIKARA MEDSPA — By Danica Serena Stockton Located
in downtown Summerlin, Sikara Medspa offers an array of solutions for their clients to reach their aesthetic goals. Sikara describes its location as “a sanctuary for total body renewal and aesthetic revitalization.” The medspa offers non-invasive aesthetic solutions as well as body contouring services. One of the services Dr. Sameer Sheikh, the medspa’s medical director, suggests for those looking for facial rejuvenation, hair restoration, or sexual enhancement for both males and females is the platelet right plasma therapy (PRP). Dr. Sheikh informs, “PRP is actually a component of your own blood. There are cells in your blood that have a lot of healing power; they’re called platelets. We isolate those platelets with a centrifuge and inject them into the body to provide healing, rejuvenation, and enhancement in that area.“ This therapy is not only for those with medical issues, although it is absolutely used as an effective tool for such. The therapy can also improve aesthetic conditions and be used for maintenance. “In the process of getting older, we lose collagen and elasticity and gain wrinkle; PRP is a good way to slow that down,” Dr. Sheikh shares. Having been in the medical field for over twenty ears, he assues, r “This is a proven technique, and there have been many studies.” If experiencing hair loss or volume loss in the face or body, PRP can halt those processes. For facial rejuvenation, Dr. Sheikh recommends micro-needling with the added boost of PRP. “The micron makes tiny holes in the skin, then the PRP is applied right after into your skin to promote healing and growth,” he explains. The two treatments together are best for patients who want to see more rapid and accelerated results.
Dr. Sheikh says of PRP therapy, “It’s very well tolerated, easy, and goes by quickly.” To make patients more comfortable, a topical numbing agent can be applied to the injection sites, as well as administering nitrous oxide. Dr. Sheikh ensures patients “can return to work immediately; recovery can take less than a week.” He does advise, “If working out or doing any other heavy activity, I would pause that for a week or so and then resume,” following PRP therapy. The O shot and the P shot is used to enhance sexual function and desire via PRP. Dr. Sheikh mentions, “A lot of women and men do not realize that they have a decrease in sexual function. For example, women in postpartum think they are just stressed out, but they may be experiencing sexual dysfunction. Just because we get older does not mean we have to forego that portion of our lives.“ To experience optimal results, patients are advised to receive PRP therapy three times, four weeks apart. This allows the same areas to be targeted consistently to yield maximum improvement. Followup treatments thereafter are optional depending on the patient’s desired effect. For a consultation on PRP, micro-needling, and other non-invasive aesthetic services, contact Sikara Medspa or drop in at the Summerlin location. To learn more, visit www.sikaramedspa.com and @sikaramedspa
Deluxe Version Magazine | 121
SPECIAL PROMOTION
Ultimate
THE REVENGE FACE OFF CHALLENGE – By Danica Serena Stockton Revenge MD Clinic offers several solutions to take control of how we look and feel via cosmetic treatments and procedures, hormone therapy, and weight loss programs. In order to create a positive change in the lives of others, Revenge MD is excited to announce their Revenge Face Off Challenge. Each month an applicant will be selected to receive over $10,000 in treatments and procedures complimentary of Revenge MD. The treatments to choose from for each winner include Neurotoxins, Fillers, PDO Threads, Skincare Treatments and Products, Hormone Therapy, Weight Loss Programs, Hair Stylist, Makeup Artist Session, and Fashion PhotoShoot.
“The challenge is between two sets of injectors and doctors, five medical professionals on each panel,” Revenge MD CEO Sandra Bledsoe explains. The two panels will evaluate the submissions and select one individual each, per month, that they predict their team could create the most positive change for. The panel that impacts the candidates life in the best way will receive free advertising such as a commercial and featured as Revenge MD’s best of the best medical professionals. The Revenge Face Off Challenge candidates selected will meet with the professional medical panel to further discuss their desired areas of improvement. The panel will also offer their expert opinion to observe additional opportunities for enhancement as well. Once a treatment plan has been agreed upon among the candidate and the members of the panel, the candidate can receive the services of the plan free of charge. Essentially, the challenge is to determine which panel of experts made the most positive change utilizing the selected candidate’s existing attributes, the injectors’ and doctors’ skill sets, and the services Revenge MD offers. Those interested in applying for the Revenge Face Off Challenge opportunity are encouraged to submit four photos from different angles of the improvements they would like to see to their appearance, accompanied with an explanation on what they may like to improve both externally and internally, e.g. more stamina, higher energy levels, mental clarity, and performance improvement. REAL PATIENTS
Deluxe Version Magazine | 122
To submit online, visit www.faceoffchallenge.com. Those interested in applying without internet access can call 702-218-1083 to inquire about in person submission.
TREATING CARDIOVASCULAR CONCERNS WITH CARE:
DR. CLAUDIO BONOMETTI
Deluxe Version
TOP DOCTORS
To say
that Dr. Claudio Bonometti has a heroic heart is an understatement, as he has dedicated his life’s work to curing his patients’ uncommon cardiovascular concerns. Dr. Bonometti is an expert clinical cardiac electrophysiologist specializing in cardiovascular diseases and adult cardiology. As the catalyst overseeing the electrical processes of the heart, Dr. Bonometti holds great responsibility in restoring his patients’ livelihood and states, “To be able to extend people’s quality of life and length through intervention is the most gratifying aspect of my career. I feel blessed that we now have the tools to safely and effectively cure a lot of conditions that used to be only manageable.” Dr. Benometti works on adult patients, predominantly over the age of 50, who are oftentimes experiencing very critical turning points in their lives. His promising esu r lts eflect r the absolute dedication and knowledge assured to every patient. Dr. Bonometti remains a top referral best acknowledged for diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that often affect multiple organ systems. Amongst his earned credentials, he is also a board-certified doctor in adminstering internal medicine to accompany the defibrilators, pacemakers, and a multitude of medical devices he equips patients with to treat heart disorders. These would include arrhythmia, aneurysms, and coronary artery disease. Having over 25 years of diverse experience, . Dr Bonmetti is professionally affiliated with Nevada Heart And Vascular Center’s many locations in the Las Vegas valley and other care facilities throughout the United States. As if a full schedule saving lives isn’t enough to balance as is, Dr. Bonometti enjoys writing publications highlighting new advancements in the field of cardiolgy; is ambitiously fluent in five languages; and has the expendable goodwil to repeatedly donate his services, teachings, and equipment to Nicaragua’s local medical personnel upon international mission trips. He is also a FACC (Fellow of the American College of Cardiology) and an FHRS (Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society). Sincerely, Dr. Bonometti is immensely appreciated as a frontline hero with global impact. To Dr. Bonometti, leadership is not a title one earns from acts of greatness. True leadership is a state of being. When asked about his favorite aspect of his profession, Dr. Benometti shares,
“I am proud of many things in life, but nothing beats bringing a smile to my patients and helping them feel like they can live their lives again. I had a patient who everyone had given up on as she was 97 years of age with heart failure and an enlarged heart. I was determined to help, and through a ventricular defibrillator implant and medications, she lived to 104 and remained very active in her community as a philanthropist!” Those who have been in Dr. Bonometti’s care can not recommend him more highly for his proper treatment and outstanding personalized support throughout the years. To some, Dr. Bonometti is a skilled physician, but his actual patients would beg to differ that he is indeed a beacon of light between life and death.
— By Taylor Burk
Deluxe Version Magazine | 123
Last Call
SPRING SPOTLIGHT
MAKERS & FINDERS
CABO YACHT CHARTERS
Taste the new El Jardin Burrito: Plant-Based dish is served during brunch. Loaded with roasted carrots, asparagus, mushrooms, gardein “chicken”, just “egg”, hash, rice, and beans!
Cabo Yacht Charters prides itself on providing a luxury experience at every touchpoint. Private chefs, multiple courses for any group size, and an all-inclusive bar are standard amenities with each charter.
PICK UP OUR LATEST ISSUES HERE makerslv.com
SAVE $500 ON YOUR NEXT CHARTER: DELUXE VERSION caboyachtcharters.com
MARIANNA NATURALS
SWEET SWEAT
These super-hydrating oils can be applied directly to your skin as a moisturizer. Easy to apply, with a much softer texture like a lotion, but is as effective as a body butter.
Activated by your elevated heart rate, this topical gel may help the body sweat more during exercise. This topical gel works best during cardio, circuit, and high-intensity interval training.
LIMITED OFFER WITH CODE: DELUXE simplyoils.ca
UNLOCK 10% WITH CODE: DELUXE10 sportsresearch.com
SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE OFFERS
We’re BetterTogether ADVERTISE WITH A FINER CHOICE. DELUXE VERSION MAGAZINE
E X PA N D I N G I N L U X U R Y M A R K E T S Las Vegas • Beverly Hills • Miami • Scottsdale • Park City • New York • Nashville Dubai • London • Cabo San Lucas • Custom Publishing
PUBLISHED BY DLXVRSN MEDIA INC. FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL US AT MEDIA@DLXVRSN.COM
