Kishan S. Singh
Managing Partner
AMTI SUNBELT LLP and Acclaim Materials Testing & Inspection LLP
Henderson
Years in Nevada: 29
Years with Firm: 7
Type of business: Civil Engineering, Surveying, Materials Testing, Inspection and Geotechnical
Biggest business challenge:
Finding reliable individuals that are dedicated to their professions and have strong work ethics.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
Confronting challenges that arise and finding alternative solutions that are also economical.
How do you spend your time when you’re not working?
I enjoy spending time with my family camping and taking in all of God’s creation.
Little-known fact about yourself:
I speak Souix, a Native American Language.
Best Business Advice:
Make your banker your best friend. This has helped during the most challenging times.
If you could start over and choose a different profession, what would it be?
I would be a Quality Control Engineer for NASA. It has been something that has interested me since I was a child.
How do you retain and recruit skilled employees?
The majority of our recruiting is done through recommendations from colleagues and others in similar fields or from past working relationships. AMTI believes in giving back to our team by offering the opportunity of company partnerships, good health benefits, 401k and appreciation events. In addition, we incorporate challenges for self achievements and progressive responsibility in an enjoyable working environment.
Harvey Dondero
CEO
World Market Center
Las Vegas
Years in Nevada: I was born and raised in Las Vegas. My career took me many places before I returned to Nevada in 2006.
Years with Firm: I joined World Market Center as CEO in 2006.
Type of business: World Market Center is a state-of-the art trade show complex in Las Vegas serving all segments of the home furnishings industry.
Biggest Business Challenge:
Bringing a new business model – a permanent trade show complex to the city of Las Vegas.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
Integrating Las Vegas with the home furnishings industry.
If you could start over and choose a different profession, what would it be?
I am very happy with what I’m doing, but perhaps a teacher or an elected official.
How do you spend your time when you’re not working?
I enjoy fly fishing, reading and am a supporter of the performing arts.
Little-known fact about yourself:
I have four beautiful, intelligent daughters.
Best Business Advice:
Listen to the customer because they will figure it out before you do.
How has World Market Center changed downtown Las Vegas and the city itself?
World Market Center has led the way in the redevelopment of downtown Las Vegas by building what will eventually be a $3 billion dollar permanent trade show complex, right here in downtown Las Vegas. Our investment here demonstrates our faith and commitment to the area and we have really pioneered the revitalization efforts of downtown Las Vegas.