Advisory council
An advisory council of the Las Vegas Regional Economic Partnership
Economic Developers Advisory Council
A collaborative group of economic development professionals representing local community, state, and utility partners across Southern Nevada, advising LVREP and shaping where the region grows next.
- Local community partners
- State partners
- Utility partners
Purpose
The Council advises the LVREP team on local economic development trends and priorities, offers insights on community leadership goals, and partners to finalize business location decisions.
Structure
The Chair is elected annually by Council members and recommended to the LVREP Board of Directors for a one-year appointment as an ex officio member of the Board.
2026 priorities
Where the Council will focus first
Pipeline collaboration
A strong cadence of business development pipeline collaboration and reporting across partners.
First annual retreat
Executing the Council’s inaugural retreat for regional goal-setting and alignment.
Competitive position
Advancing the region’s competitiveness, strategic plan execution, and target industry cluster attraction.
Monthly updates from staff
Delivered to the Council
Overviews and analysis of active projects in the business development pipeline, plus trends in regional activity and interest, with a focus on emerging industry sectors.
Council leadership
Who leads the Council
Chair
Dina Babsky
Director, Economic & Urban Development, City of Las Vegas
Vice Chair
Tom Nally
Senior Economic Development Specialist, Clark County Office of Community and Economic Development
EDAC members
Partners at the table
Council meetings
Dates and details
See the schedule for upcoming Economic Developers Advisory Council meetings.
View upcoming meetings
Interested in learning more?
Jason Berthiaume
Business Development Events and Project Manager









