About me
Howard S. Weiss is an experienced Entertainment & Hospitality Executive. Howard is
currently the Senior Vice President of Entertainment & Sponsorships @ VAI Resort in
Glendale Arizona
20 + year professional skilled in Entertainment Bookings, Ticketing, Promotions,
Marketing, Nightlife Strategy & Operations. Proven track record of booking and marketing
successful concerts, shows and events that drive revenue and increase brand awareness.
A solid history of building large F&B teams that are actively engaged and focused on
execution and exceptional customer service. A history of successful openings which
includes new restaurants, bars, pools, nightclubs & theaters. Passionate about creating an
exciting & fun work environment that motivates employees to go above and beyond.
As a Penn State Alumni, Howard is an active board member for the School of Hospitality
Management. He often returns to the school to not only influence the direction of the
program, but to work directly with the faculty on industry updates and growth
opportunities. He is most rewarded in this role while working with the students and
through many guest-speaking engagements where he can share his experiences and
suggestions for upcoming graduates looking for a career in the Hospitality industry.
Notable Accomplishments:
• Active Board Member for the Hotel School at Penn State University
• 2021 Top 40 under 40: Las Vegas, NV
• 2016 Top 100 Men of the Year, My Vegas
• Active Speaker for Nightclub & Bar Magazine 2011 – 2020 -2012
• 2012 Top 40 under 40: Atlantic City, NJ
• Boardwalk Journal, Atlantic City Who’s Who, January 2012"
