TOP 100 MEN OF THE YEAR Dr. Mark Ferdowsian An emergency medicine doctor in Las Vegas. Watching his father rise from poverty to become a gastroenterologist, Dr. Ferdowsian followed in his father’s footsteps. Dr. Ferdowsian escaped religious persecution to obtain an education that he’d valued since he was young. Dr. Ferdowsian has since impacted medical care in Las Vegas. He founded Sunset Clinic in 2009, which now has five locations in the valley.
Mark Stark He owns and operates a multistate Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices real estate firm with operations in Nevada, Arizona and California. The companies are leaders in their respective markets, with 25 offices and 2,500 real estate sales executives, comprising the largest independently owned Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices franchise in the world. Combined, they sold $3.7 billion in real estate last year. Stark is also a nationally renowned speaker, mentor and coach.
Mason VanHouweling CEO at UMC. His healthcare experience extends to both coasts, focusing on operations of the hospitals as well as business development and financial responsibility. He and his senior leadership team were awarded the 2016 Cashman Good Government Award by the Nevada Taxpayers Association for alleviating the need for historic county subsidies and turning record profits, while leading healthcare in Nevada as the most sophisticated hospital in the state that provides “first and only” care.
Michael Kane Las Vegas personal injury lawyer Michael Kane is highly praised throughout the valley as one of the top legal professionals in the industry. He got his start in Las Vegas in 2006 when he moved to the city after obtaining his undergraduate degree from Drake University in Iowa.
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Dr. Michael Mall For 28 years of medical practice and 12 years of laser cosmetics in Las Vegas, Dr. Michael Mall is committed to optimizing his health and his patients’ health inside and out. His goals are to lead by example, be happy and help those around him obtain the same. He embraces new technologies and delivers optimal results, while surrounding himself with staff that is highly trained, compassionate and committed to providing patients with the best possible environment.
Michael Worley Longtime Las Vegas resident who has run businesses in the valley for more than 20 years. In addition to developing Orangetheory Fitness studios, he has also opened two medical clinics and a film production company. He has several “furry children,” and he and his wife, Jill, are involved with animal rescue groups.
Maximiliano Couvillier III He is managing partner at the Black & LoBello law firm in Las Vegas, practicing in commercial and corporate matters, I.P., and appeals. He focuses on maximizing his clients’ interests and pursuits. A community leader, Couvillier serves on various boards and is president of Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada.
Paul Powell With more than $200 million in settlements and nearly 60 cases settling in excess of $1 million, Paul Powell has a business philosophy that makes him unique compared to other personal injury lawyers. It is his policy to never take more money from a settlement than his clients receive.
Dr. Ralph Carullo A certified venous and lymphatic medicine physician. He’s co-owner with his wife, Dr. Fauzia Carullo, of Las Vegas Urgent Care and Las Vegas Vein Center. Dr. Ralph Carullo is dedicated in the Las Vegas community to increasing public awareness about venous disease and promoting recognition of signs and symptoms.
Dr. Ravi Ramanathan Dr. Ram is the Founder of Family Doctors of Green Valley, which was established in June 2000. He had a vision of broadening his scope of quality family care by expanding services with a state-of-the-art clinic serving the Green Valley, Henderson, and Las Vegas communities.
Dr. Reuel Aspacio An established and highly skilled dermatologist with more than 25 years’ experience in medical and cosmetic dermatology. He’s earned numerous accolades for his quality- and patient-centered care, including “Top 10 Doctors: State, City and Metro Area” in 2014 and “Top Three Best-Rated Dermatologists in Las Vegas” in 2015. His trained and friendly staff provides a wide range of services carefully chosen to suit each patient’s needs.
Richard Haddrill Executive vice chairman of Scientific Games in Las Vegas. Before this, he was Bally Technologies’ chief executive officer for nine years and served 11 years on its board of directors, ending his tenure as chairman of the board. He has held numerous executive leadership roles in his 40-plus-year career.