Finance + Legal Services

Legacy Built on Respect

How one Nevada attorney defines gentlemanly leadership and helps families protect what matters most Article by Vivian Greggory | Photography by Adam Kilbourn There is a quiet confidence that defines a true gentleman, rooted not in titles or accolades, but in how he treats others, builds relationships, and leaves things better than he found them. For John Michaelson, CEO and attorney of Michaelson Law, that definition has guided both his career and his life’s work. “To me, being a gentleman in...

Style + Beauty

Men Get Facials Too

Inside Henderson's skincare spot where guys rethink health and confidence Article by Jenna Oddo | Photography by Michele Sylvester It's time to move on from the 4-in-1 body wash. More men are beginning to embrace simple, effective skincare routines. Dr. Candice Fortunato, owner of Skin + Tonic in Henderson, sees it all the time: golfers, gym regulars, busy dads stepping in for an hour and walking out looking sharper. Around here, skincare isn’t complicated or indulgent, it’s practical. The...

Fitness

Strong Like Dad

How bonding has turned into an art form for a father and his son Article by Demi Guillory | Photography by Michele Sylvester Thomas Rambo has always felt connected in some way to martial arts. Without it, he would not be here today. Both of his parents have a martial arts background, crossing paths through it. “My mother was an instructor in South Korea, and my father met her there,” Thomas recalls of their journey, which included becoming black belts together and later entering marriage and...

Life + Culture

Rock’s Leading Man

Jeff Gutt talks fatherhood, fandom, and fronting Stone Temple Pilots Article by Paige Candee | Photography by Emily Paine While the June calendar is filling up with Father’s Day celebrations and the first official days of summer, Southern Nevada rock fans already have their sights set on the biggest event of the coming season. On Saturday, July 25, Stone Temple Pilots will take the stage at M Resort Spa Casino's M Pool, bringing a legacy of multi-platinum hits to one of the region’s most...

Food + Beverage

The Sharp Standard

The sushi destination for the modern man to trade the steakhouse for a masterclass in precision Article by Paige Candee | Photography by Courtesy of Station Casinos There is a specific kind of satisfaction found in a meal that balances power with surgical precision. At Blue Ribbon Sushi, the atmosphere feels intentional—sharp wood accents and a focused energy at the sushi counter that suggests this isn’t just dinner, but an experience crafted for those who appreciate true artistry. For the man...

Life + Culture

Advice From Dad

From driveways to dinner tables, local dads share the steady wisdom that sticks with us long after childhood Article by Crissie Bown There’s a certain kind of wisdom that doesn’t come from books, podcasts, or boardrooms. It’s passed down in driveways, at dinner tables, in quiet moments between “You’ll understand someday” and “I’ve got you.” It’s steady, often simple, and somehow always right on time. It shows up in one-liners, repeated phrases, and first-hand examples. It’s the voice in your...

Professional Services

Redefining Men's Portraits

Adam Trujillo helps every day guys see themselves differently Article by Vivian Greggory | Photography by Adam Trujillo Most men don't walk into a photography studio excited. They walk in skeptically, uncomfortable, and perhaps dreading it. Adam Trujillo knows this because he hears it all the time. "That's honestly one of the most common things I hear," he says. Guys worry about looking stiff, awkward, or too posed. They just want to get through it without looking ridiculous.” But something...

Life + Culture

Collective Strength

Building space for women to lead, learn, and succeed together Article by Kristi Sellers | Photography by AEON Collective and Jaqueline Andrea Collective Women’s Leadership is changing the way women approach professional growth, proving that success does not have to be cookie cutter. Founded by Joyce Toti, the organization was built on a simple but powerful idea: women thrive when they learn, lead, and grow together.  Through mentorship and community-driven programs, Collective Women’s...

Life + Culture

Protecting What Girlhood Deserves

Kevin Bacon, SixDegrees.org, Duncan Channon, Advertising Week, and Vegas-based SHERO Foundation unite on national campaign honoring survivors and promoting prevention Article by Paige Candee | Photography by Gannet-Murphy-Car Before a girl ever learns to drive or decides what she wants to be, she should have the chance to simply be young and to imagine, to play, to believe in herself. Girlhood is storybooks and trading friendship bracelets, whispering plans and inside jokes, singing into...

Style + Beauty

Where Beauty Meets Confidence

The heart, vision, and mentoring behind Pariz Salon Article by Patranya Bhoolsuwan | Photography by Jessica Vargas For Parizad “Pariz” Patel, beauty has always been about more than great hair. It’s about confidence, connection, and helping people feel like the best version of themselves. That philosophy is the foundation behind Pariz Salon, the Lake Las Vegas destination she created not only as a luxury salon experience, but also as a place where stylists are mentored, educated, and empowered...