board of directors
NSGI Chair Matt Maddox
From luxury resorts to iconic brands, Matt Maddox has built a career on steering complex businesses toward transformative growth. As President of the Authentic Brands Group, a leading lifestyle and entertainment company valued at over $20 billion, he is focused on scaling the company’s global footprint and diversifying its brand portfolio while driving long-term value.
Staci Alonso
Staci Alonso worked in the gaming industry for over three decades. In late 2018, she retired from Red Rock Resorts in the role of Executive Vice President | Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer. Additionally, she served as CMO|VP of Global Marketing for IGT, and strategic marketing consultant for Ft Worth Stockyards Heritage, Sightline Payments and Wynn Resorts.
DANNY THOMPSON
Danny L. Thompson is a seasoned public affairs consultant, widely recognized for his expertise, leadership, and ability to navigate complex policy landscapes. As Owner of Thompson Alliance Group, a Nevada-based public affairs firm, Danny provides strategic guidance and innovative solutions to clients across industries, leveraging decades of experience in government, advocacy, and leadership.
SHIRLEY FOLKINS-ROBERTS
Shirley serves as the Community Development Director for Panattoni Development . She assists with representing Panattoni in commercial real estate matters at both the state and national level. Shirley joined Panattoni Development Company in 2014 as a Development Manager and has been involved in more than four million square feet of commercial real estate development.
PETER GUZMAN
Peter Guzman is the President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce, the most powerful Hispanic Chamber in Nevada. With over 48 years of community work and business representation, the LCC has provided invaluable services for the community and continues to grow. Mr. Guzman has served on 3 Governor transitions, including leading Governor Lombardo’s 17 transition committees.
ADVISORS
“RedRock Strategies is an industry-leading consultancy that provides superior customer service, political consulting, cutting-edge digital marketing, and unmatched data analytics. Perhaps no team in the country is similarly battle-tested, having won some of the most challenging political, public affairs, and issue campaigns in the country.
Together, we bring more than nine decades of experience helping candidates, businesses and organizations get from where they are to where they want to be. What sets us apart is that we also have the vision, discipline and experience necessary to focus limited resources on the things that matter most. We have coordinated successful programs for Fortune 500 companies, introduced a medical liability insurance company to new and diverse markets, developed a national government affairs plan for an emerging healthcare technology company, and applied appropriate grassroots, political and media pressure to advance public policy initiatives.”
“At Omnia LLC, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. From concept to completion, we take a hands-on approach to ensure every project is executed with precision, reliability, and a focus on results.
Our expertise spans multiple industries, allowing us to adapt and create impactful solutions—whether enhancing business operations, developing new products, or improving customer experiences. We take pride in our ability to listen, collaborate, and deliver outcomes that drive success.
At Omnia, our mission is simple: to provide exceptional service, solve challenges effectively, and bring our clients’ visions to life with dedication and excellence.”
“We understand the impact of telling a powerful story and delivering it to the right audience across multiple mediums. November Inc. has produced creative broadcast and digital video content, direct mail, digital advertising, and strategic consulting to some of the most incredible people, companies, and organizations in the country.
Telling their stories through creative media is what gets us up in the morning. We’ve led successful efforts to change public policy, to impact the marketplace, and won races up and down the ballot. We love what we do.”