Martin Knauss graduated from Mohave High School in Bullhead City, AZ and continued his education at the University of Wyoming. He graduated with a BS in Petroleum Engineering and after a 35 year career with a large, multinational oil and gas company he retired in Laughlin, NV. He is also a Professional Engineer. 

Towards the end of his career he managed the rig operations in the Rocky Mountain region. His focus was on safety and efficiency. He also worked with small companies in improving their safety and management systems to become eligible to provide services to the company he worked for.

He is a board member and President of Laughlin Economic Development Corporation (LEDC). The mission of the LEDC is to create and implement a collaborative venture among civic and business leaders in the town of Laughlin, to promote the health, welfare and quality of life for the residents of Laughlin through economic development.

Danny Vander Loop was born in Azusa California, he worked as A Production Manager for the Door and Window industry in California for 20 years. Danny relocated to Las Vegas Nevada in 2003 with his company. Danny started his own Door, Cabinet and Furniture Manufacturing Business in 2009, in 2013 he started working in his family's business where he currently works from home as a Project Manager For Grand Openings Doors and Windows in Pomona California. 

Danny and his Family moved to Laughlin in 2016 after being a Loyal Laughlin Visitor since his adolescent years,. Danny is a proud Laughlin Resident where he and his High school sweet heart will spend the rest of their days.

Darin is the owner of Hill Grocery Company based in Ridgway, Colorado. Hill Grocery Company owns and operates The Market at Laughlin. 

He joined the LEDC Board of Directors in 2021.

Mr. Evan Needham is a dedicated and transparent leader in business operations with substantial experience in organizational development and operational planning. As a board member for the Laughlin Economic Development Corporation and Executive Director of the World Economic Support Agency (WESA), he focuses on the design and implementation of global initiatives that foster economic growth, community development and sustainability through practical solutions. As an active duty Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, with numerous combat operations in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom he fulfilled various critical leadership positions conducting strategic planning, implementation and oversight. Mr. Needham transitioned from the Marine Corps into the corporate sector with oversight on global operations and projects resulting in critical economic advancement and sustainability. Mr. Needham studied in business management and administration paving the pathway for becoming a dedicated entrepreneur in business development. With a deep understanding of economics and challenges that communities face, he has dedicated his focus to make it his mission to rewrite the future for underserved communities in distress by creating opportunities, solutions, and strategic plans that drive economic sustainability and growth.