Southern Nevada / Las Vegas In-Person Event
Las Vegas Executive Evening
Wednesday, June 11th
05:00 - 07:00 PM PT
Total Wine Tasting Room - 1205 South Strip
Town Square Las Vegas, 6885 S. Las Vegas Blvd,
Las Vegas, NV, 89119
Leading with Purpose: Empowering Change for Vulnerable Youth
Join us for an unforgettable evening of executive networking in Las Vegas, where purpose meets palate. This exclusive event blends powerful leadership insight with a guided wine tasting experience, “From Tip to Toe—A Wine Tour of Italy.”
Denise Charles will share her inspiring journey of empowering change for vulnerable youth impacted by foster care, homelessness, and trafficking. Her leadership across local and federal agencies offers a compelling model for how women can drive innovation, build resilient communities, and lead with intention.
After the discussion, experience the wines of Italy—from the crisp, sparkling Proseccos of the north to the bold reds of Sicily—while making authentic connections with like-minded executive women. Light refreshments will be served in an elegant setting curated to elevate both conversation and community.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired, connect deeply, and lead boldly.
Complimentary for C-Sweet members. Non-member tickets - $49.
Meet the Speaker
Denise Charles
Chief Program Officer for St. Jude's Ranch for Children
An Army veteran, Denise Charles brings more than 18 years of non-profit work experience to St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, where she serves as the Chief Program Officer. In that position, she is responsible for overseeing and leading the organization’s foster care service programs for children ages 0 to 18, and programs for transition-aged youth ages 18 to 24.
A consistent and respected leader, Denise represents the organization with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public. She engages with other members of the charity’s leadership and management team to ensure the agency is providing the highest quality services while fostering a positive work environment for all employees. She oversees six housing programs, a drop-in center, and more than $4.3 million in federal, state, and county grants.
Denise provides day-to-day leadership and support to 38 employees in the housing departments by implementing her leadership style through transformational coaching.
A community activist, Denise sits on the Board of Directors for the Nevada Housing Advocacy Coalition. She formerly worked at High Desert Homeless Services and is involved in multiple action-oriented committees. With her passion for helping people realize their full potential, she actively participates in the Coordinated Entry System Working Group, Southern Nevada Homelessness Continuum of Care Board, Southern Nevada Youth Working Group, Southern Nevada Census Working Group, Movement to End Youth Homelessness, and the SNHTTF Victim Services Committee.
She has helped more than 4,000 youth and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness and other hardships. Denise has also won numerous grants and secured donations from businesses, clubs, and individuals in support of her departments and the organization. To date, she has helped raise more than $150,000 through grants and donations.
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