Paola Armeni '03

What brought you to Las Vegas?  

Caesars Palace. My dad was hired by Caesars Palace, so my family left the land of Disney World and moved to Las Vegas in 1990.
 
What community nonprofits might you be associated with? 

I am involved with the Las Vegas Business Academy. My dad started the organization and I have sat on the board since its commencement. LVBA provides scholarships and mentorship to post-graduate students. LVBA is building the future leaders of Las Vegas. It has been rewarding for me to see Boyd students participate in this program.
 
Tell us about a program or accomplishment that you consider your greatest personal or professional success since beginning your career? 

I think what has been most exciting for me is to be a Boyd first. I was the first Boyd Alumni of the Year; first Boyd Alumni Association President and I am the first Boyd alum to be sworn in as the Vice President of the State Bar of Nevada.
 
How did you first get into the legal profession? 

My very first job I was a runner for attorney Dominic Gentile. I remained at his law firm for several years. When I started law school, I went back as a summer clerk. Ultimately, I was hired as an attorney. In 2013, I became partners with my first boss Dominic Gentile and today we are still partners working together at the law firm of Clark Hill.