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Welcome to the inaugural Red Rock Lifestyle GENTS edition! THERE IS SO MUCH GREAT CONTENT FOR AND ABOUT MEN IN THIS ISSUE. I love the Father’s Day gift guide promoting local businesses. Local experts provide great information about items commonly purchased by men – diamonds and barbeques. And now that things are heating up outside, we introduce you to a very well-respected local HVAC company. Of all this content, I am most fond of the article featuring local businessmen who share their favorite go-to drink/cocktail and their recipe for success. In honor of a classic James Bond line, the article is titled “(Not) Shaken, Not Stirred.” My father loved James Bond movies and this article made me reflect on my dad, Paul Leslie Carroll, Jr.

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My father was an officer AND a gentleman who graduated from Notre Dame. He was an accomplished civil engineer who served over 20 years in the USAF. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. He also worked for the City of Henderson. After a seven-month ordeal, on the day after Father's Day in 1992, my dad lost a hard-fought battle with cancer. As you can imagine, Father's Day is a little hard for me. I'm dedicating this issue to my dad and it feels therapeutic to do so. Today, if I could ask my dad for his recipe for success, I believe he would attribute it to

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2021

FEATURES 16 Diamonds Are a Man's Best Friend Uncut Insight from Veteran Jeweler Michael E. Minden

22 (Not) Shaken Not Stirred Successful Businessmen's Recipes to Being Business Savvy

28 Local Finds for Father's Day Look no further than these locally-owned businesses to find the perfect gift for dad

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PREHISTORIC CAVE BEAR AT THE LAS VEGAS NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM A towering, 10-foot-tall, fossil cave bear skeleton is now on display at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, thanks to a generous donation

LOCAL FINANCIAL ADVISOR RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS RECOGNITION

from Ashraf (Alex) Khalaf, Owner of Kalifano, a Las Vegas-based merchant of one-of-a-kind fossils and works of art. Prehistoric Cave Bears lived in Europe

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DIAMONDS ARE A MAN'S BEST FRIEND DEPENDING ON WHO YOU ASK, BUYING JEWELRY IN GENERAL, AND DIAMONDS SPECIFICALLY, CAN BE A SLIGHTLY UNNERVING EXPERIENCE. Especially for the gentlemen out there. What should one expect to pay? How do I know I’m getting a genuine product that will appreciate with age and also stand the test of time from a style perspective? Enter Michael E. Minden Diamond Jewelers to save the day.

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VETERAN JEWELER MICHAEL E. MINDEN GIVES US A PEEK AT HIS MULTI-FACETED CLIENTELE

For more than 30 years the eponymous Michael E. Minden has helmed a talented group of in-house jewelry designers and award-winning craftsman that operate their own manufacturing operation out of a glittering storefront in the Fashion Show mall. The business serves a longstand-

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ing local customer base, but also does brisk business with those visiting Las Vegas for only a short time. “Surprisingly, men typically come to us after having done extensive and methodical research in advance of their purchase,” says Minden. “What most don’t realize is that we can sit down with someone who has something specific in mind. Our designers will hand-draw a piece of jewelry to meet the client’s needs and then we invite them to follow along during the manufacturing process.” CONTINUED >

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Darren Waller Foundation fundraiser, one of many organizations the company supports across the valley. Community service is highly important to Michael Minden and his wife Theresa, who both serve on a variety of nonprofit Boards of Directors. “It’s important for us to not only serve the community as a As impressive as the vast inventory of luxe baubles and glittering stones

trusted retailer,” Minden noted, “but also to be in the

may be, it’s the behind-the-scenes knowledge of the diamonds themselves

trenches helping the neediest among us, whether

that’s truly remarkable. A casual conversation with Minden evolved into

that be in education, healthcare, or social services.”

an educational opportunity to learn about “real” diamonds versus the “lab

As the pandemic moves further into our collective

grown” variety that have started to infiltrate the marketplace. Minden himself is one of a select few jewelers who gets a first look, and the eventual first pick, of diamonds from all across the world.

rearview mirror, Minden expects the business to grow as more and more people move into the city and as tourism springs back.

However, he is quick to note that it’s not just large stones with high

“The one thing I always tell people is to shop us last,”

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Minden says. “Seriously, do your research, shop around

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and then come to us and let us match or beat the prices

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you’ve previously found. It’s what we do best.”

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It’s also yet another way this veteran jeweler

turing the Las Vegas Raiders logo and a diamond encrusted likeness

serves his hometown and stays at the forefront of the

of Allegiant Stadium. The piece was created for an auction at a recent

Vegas jewelry scene.

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THERE ARE CERTAIN GUIDELINES TO MAKING THE PERFECT DRINK. One part this or that, a garnish here or there, and maybe a mix or muddle. And of course – is it shaken or stirred? When a recipe is concocted just right, perfection is the result. In business, the recipe is just as important. Each step and process can lead to success if done right. After this past year, we may all feel a little shaken and stirred, but there are some businessmen who have led their companies through COVID-19 and not only survived, but also thrived. We heard from five successful Red Rock area businessmen who enlightened us on their recipes for success. CONTINUED >

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find something that works, you refine it and make sure it has staying power. Additionally, you have to implement a strategy that encourages your customers to take a look. After that, use customer feedback and make adjustments. Know what you don’t know and be willing to enlist others to gain an understanding of a particular strategy, technology, or concept that may benefit your business. The bottom line is that it is very difficult to do it alone. Be actively involved in the community and understand we all have an obligation to make a positive difference. Finally, you have to have people around you that you trust and empower. Creating a team that works hard and enjoys working is critical.

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Taking the time to assess situations and the people that you work with is vital to any organization. For myself and in the restaurant industry, collaborating with my staff and watching them grow from within is one of the most important aspects of the business. It’s also one of the most self-satisfying aspects. I try to be completely transparent and very real with the people I work with. In the awkward moments that come up (and they always do), I find it best to just be up front and get through it. Let them know what you need from them and make expectations as clear as possible. Keep communication lines clear and moving at all times. And most importantly, always remember the man behind the man!

RANDY GARCIA Investment Counsel Company San Pellegrino I can attribute my professional success to three specific principles positively correlated with bestin-class client service: 1) Continuously building my knowledge base at a rate faster than the industry norm so that I am positioned to recognize and exploit more opportunities on behalf of clients. 2) Proactively identifying and delivering on areas of service that investors value, and far exceeding what is standard in the financial services industry. 3) Retaining satisfied clients who serve as a continual referral source because of the high level of trust and confidence fostered by effective guidance, perspective, and judgement.

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ARDI NAJMABADI Vasari Sea Breeze Client Centricity…. It’s all about the client experience. It’s key to listen to the needs of each of my clients and help them create their own individual and beautiful style. I help with the process and in some cases take clients beyond their comfort level to try new things or new looks, and in the end they’re very happy with the results. Honesty is one of the best ingredients. If it looks good, I say it, if it looks wrong for the client, off it comes and we look at other items.

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3. PROGRAM YOUR THERMOSTAT Most do not realize their thermostats are programmable, and if your HVAC system does not have a programmable thermostat, they are easy to acquire. Be sure to program your home’s thermostat with your lifestyle and particular unit in mind, and you will reap the longevity benefits. 4. SET A SCHEDULE IT IS THAT TIME OF YEAR WHEN WE SAY GOODBYE TO

Use the technology of your thermostat to put your unit on a sched-

SPRING AND WELCOME SUMMER. Locals enjoy what little

ule. Set a thermostat schedule based on the times you will be out or

remains of the cool weather just before temperatures rise upwards

arriving home to have constant control and consistent usage of your

to 110 degrees on an average sunny summer afternoon. The days

system. Most importantly, take advantage of the cost-saving abilities.

of spending most of our time taking in the fresh spring air become limited, and we inch closer towards spending the majority of time

5. SET ASIDE TIME FOR MAINTENANCE

indoors, sipping on an ice-cold drink. And while we spend our

Be sure to set aside time to have your HVAC system regularly

summer in the paradise of our nicely air-conditioned homes, there

maintained, at least once a year. Preventative maintenance will lessen

is one nearby appliance that is perhaps the hardest at work—our

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pected times, there can be trouble in paradise.

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ART OF SMOKING MEAT ENCOURAGES FRIENDLY COMPETITIONS IN NEIGHBORHOODS ACROSS THE COUNTRY IT APPEARS THE ART OF COOKING FOOD THAT IS AS OLD AS FIRE IS NOW IN THE MIDST OF A DELICIOUS RESURGENCE. We are talking about “smoked” meats and whether you are a home cook or a professional chef, this trend is catching on across the country. “I have been grilling since I was 13 and now, I get to do it for a living. It’s great,” said Steve Cook, co-owner of Wild Fig BBQ in Summerlin. THE STORY OF BRISKET: JOINT OWNERS & THEIR HUNGRY CUSTOMERS Cook, who runs the popular patio-styled BBQ

“One reason for the popularity is that more

joint located near Del Webb and West Lake Mead,

people are now eating high protein like Keto. But

said he and his partner Daniel Schneider are see-

to be honest, smoked meats just taste great.”

ing the growing popularity of smoked meats first-

Cook says at Wild Fig, aside from serving up

hand. Their business currently sells about 1000

all the great dishes from pulled pork sandwiches

pounds of brisket per week. Known for some of

to their three meat plates, the team takes pride in

the best BBQ in Summerlin, they keep busy.

teaching guests the art of cooking including grilling

“People love their BBQs and smoked meats. And we really cater to that,” said the Chicago-

tips and tricks. Cook says he won’t be surprised if he ends up giving BBQ cooking classes in the future.

born Cook who has worked behind the grills from Florida to South Carolina to Las Vegas.

A CLOSE-KNIT GROUP: WHY BBQ THRIVES HERE

with our customers and because we do that, they end up tweaking them and then showing us new ways to do things. It’s really cool.” Here in Southern Nevada, smoked meat lovers aren’t just finding them at restaurants anymore. They are starting to cook barbeque delicacies right in their own backyard. One local grill expert says the big reason is because Americans have more access to a wide variety of “smokers” than ever before. “Smokers have been really popular, especially in the last four to five years, and pellet grills in particular,” said Omid Mahban, owner of BBQ Concepts in Las Vegas. “We operate a premier outdoor kitchen design and manufacturing comPhoto Credit: Stephanie Franje Photography

pany, but we also sell a lot of grills and smokers. They are really in high-demand.”

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BBQ

“What’s cool about the BBQ community is that we share everything. We share our recipes

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THE POWER OF WOOD PELLETS: BBQ CONCEPTS’ GRILLS AND THEIR TECH BBQ Concepts is Southern Nevada’s platinum dealer for Traeger, a national brand that has become synonymous with pellet grills. And according to Mahbad, it’s the ease and versatility of these products that make them so popular. He said it’s been great to see his customers, especially men, now making it a competition on who can best smoke their meats. “These new grills are Wi-Fi enabled so you just set it and forget it. You turn them on to a set temperature and just let the grills do the work,” said Mahban. “I see a lot of my friends using them, and I would never cook as much as I do if I didn’t have a Traeger. My friends think I am a chef, but the grill does all the cooking for me. The flavors from the wood pellet are not overwhelming and

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everything you cook tastes better.” WHAT’S IN AN OUTDOOR KITCHEN? Mahban supplies his grills to Southern Nevada’s home

customers who are serious about outdoor cooking and want to make it their lifestyle, they are willing to pay the price.

renovation experts like Alan Schrimpf, the founder and owner

For Omid Mahban, he also doesn’t expect his business

of Southern Vegas Valley Contracting (SVVC). Schrimpf said

to slow down especially with BBQ summer season just

during the pandemic one of the most popular home renovation

around the corner.

trends has been adding customized outdoor kitchens, and quite

“It’s not just Traeger, the Green Mountain grills are also

a few of his customers are requesting ones fitted with a smoker.

very popular. We offer our guests a variety of products and

“People love outdoor kitchens, you can do anything

this trend of smoking meat is here to stay. We see this pas-

outside now and don’t have to get all the smell of the

sion in our store every day.”

food inside,” said Schrimpf. “You can change your entire cooking experience just by adding a smoker. And it’s not

WHY SOME OF THE BEST BBQ IN SUMMERLIN IS

just the flavor of the food, the smoker manufacturers have

HERE TO STAY

all the apps and so many recipes online that the grilling experience becomes so much easier.” Schrimpf, who has more than 30 years of experience as a general contractor, said a big part of his job is helping clients

And for the passionate barbeque man like Steve Cook, he’s inviting all the smoked meat lovers of Southern Nevada, both men and women to come experience what he and his partner bring to the table daily.

envision a new ambiance for their living space. He says out-

“We started in 2017 as a catering operation and it’s now

door cooking has become a lifestyle that has even encour-

grown to what it is today,” said Cook. “BBQ cuisine keeps

aged a “friendly” competition among neighbors.

evolving which is really exciting. Twenty to 30 years ago, bris-

“I am seeing a lot of competition between my neighbors,

kets were considered low-grade, but now because this meat

men in particular,” said Schrimpf who lives in Summerlin.

has been cooked in such a masterful way by so many grill

“One of my neighbors has even gotten to the point of bring-

masters, the quality and the demands have really changed. I

ing over his smoked food to me in a nice custom take-out

can’t wait to see what’s next for the future of smoked meats,

container. The pride he takes in the process really shows the

but they are not going away anytime soon.”

joy he gets from smoking meat.” When it comes to customizing your home kitchen with a

Ready to show off your skills behind the grill? Follow us

smoker, customers now can choose what they want accord-

on Red Rock Lifestyle Media’s Instagram and Facebook pag-

ing to their budget. Schrimpf said an accessorized outdoor

es to learn more about our first digital contest to find the best

kitchen can start at $12,000 and run up to $30,000. But for

grill master in the Red Rock area.

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PODCASTING AND AUDIO STORYTELLING WORKSHOP

A COMMON THREAD

UNLV Greenspun Hall

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PICNIC ON THE LAWN

DRIVE FOR CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

Spend an evening at Picnic on

The

the Lawn, located on The Lawn at

Children's Charities Drive for Charity

Downtown Summerlin. Each ticket

Golf Tournament is back and will

Local non-profit HELP of Southern

includes a whimsically decorated,

be held at the Red Rock Country

Nevada is hosting the 27th annual

insta-worthy picnic table outfitted

Club. Attendees will enjoy a light

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with seating for up to four guests.

lunch, a round of golf, goodie bags,

ble and at-risk homeless families and

All proceeds will benefit New Vista

and more. The entry fee for a four-

youth throughout Southern Nevada.

Ranch and provide services, training

some is a $1000 donation and

Enjoy a day full of golfing, as well

and housing for people living with

registration for a single-player is

as a lunch catered by Cascata Golf

intellectual and developmental dis-

$250. For more information, visit

Club. For more information on regis-

abilities in Southern Nevada. For tick-

speedwaycharities.org.

tration and sponsorship opportunities,

The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin

ets, visit summerlin.com/events.

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The Summerlin Library will host the Voices of Women Series: Juneteenth, Honoring Harriet Tubman presented by Vegas City Opera Saturday, June 19th. The concert will highlight Harriet Tubman, bringing her

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