In this episode of the Connect Vegas Podcast, host Ben Laifsky interviews Andrew Woods, director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The conversation explores how applied economic research shapes decision-making across Southern Nevada, from population forecasting to long-term infrastructure planning. Woods explains the center’s role as a bridge between academic economics and real-world application, supporting government, business, and community...
20 Jan 2026
Connect Vegas Episode 22 - Sean Gigremosa
Ben Laifsky interviews Sean Gigremosa, CEO of Claritiv, about how Claritiv helps trade show and conference exhibitors capture conversation context at scale. Sean explains the pivot from a product-management tool to a white-glove, hardware-plus-platform solution that records booth conversations, extracts intent and pain points, and produces prioritized, personalized follow-ups and performance insights. They also cover Claritiv’s multi-model AI architecture, Sean’s background and move to Las Ve...
17 Nov 2025
Connect Vegas Episode 21- David Yurovchak
Ben sits down with longtime Las Vegas mortgage professional David Yurkovchak to talk about his 20+ year journey in the industry, his passion for financial literacy, the realities of qualifying for a home in a unique market like Las Vegas, and how the city itself has evolved from a transient casino town into a true community and sports hub. Highlighted Topics David’s background in mortgages and 20+ years of industry experienceTruth-first approach and setting realistic expectations with c...
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