I call Laura my secret weapon. She unleashed me upon the world with her positive energy, her lack of fear, and her ability to get things done. She opened doors for me that I never imagined could be opened. In just over two years, we have accomplished a great deal together. And to top it off, she is a wonderful person and a delight to work with.

There is little doubt that Dr. Laura Henkel has established herself as one of the premier cultural arts leaders in Las Vegas. I have had the honor of meeting Dr. Laura Henkel shortly after she moved to Las Vegas (2008). Since that time, we have travelled the state together and have had long conversations about the state-of-the-arts in Las Vegas and beyond. I have also had the pleasure of working with Dr. Henkel on her highly acclaimed 12 Inches of Sin international art exhibition and festival. Since that time, we have become close confidants and together we share a vision for the arts in Southern Nevada that will only propel our fabulous and radiant golden city to heights unimaginable.

Laura is a true pleasure to work with. She's organized, diligent, sincere and trustworthy. She has truly given my art career a boost. I always took forward to our interactions as she brings a positive energy to everything she engages with. She is a bright light with compassion, comprehension, knowledge and dedication. The Art World is blessed to have Laura engaged.

I would like to take a moment to tell you about my previous PR assistant, Laura. She was a great help not only for me but for my artwork as well. She would take the time to reach out to different art galleries, to showcase my masterpieces. With her hard work, her positivity, and ambition it helped me to accomplish my goals. I have full confidence in her work! I am certain she can fulfill any task that is given to her!

Dr. Laura Henkel developed a first-rate educational component and established collaborations with such educational institutions as the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, serving as both a learning facility and public resource. She also developed an effective visitor-outreach program that brought international attention. In addition, she conceived, planned, built, and curated many art exhibits and events that were well attended and well covered in local and national media. Laura’s commitment, connections, and vision, I believe, are invaluable.

Laura Henkel has been an innovative and creative force in the Las Vegas arts scene. She has presented an exceptional range of exhibitions that inform and challenge aesthetic, historical and social norms. Her ambitious exhibitions have been both centric and global. Her incisive and expansive curatorial eye consistently provides are encounters that can be both popular and classical. In addition, she offers compelling narratives that expand the viewer experience of each exhibition while masterfully engaging the media in responding to and reporting art news.

Dr. Laura Henkel's programming is incredible and thought-provoking. It brings awareness that few are willing to move forward. As a leader, she elevates communities to be more aware, more worldly, and ultimately better.

Dr. Henkel is a consummate professional; she presents herself with clear goals and objectives, demonstrates the energy and drive to accomplish those goals, realistic perspectives to know what such goals and objectives would rally others to work for her. With her ability to engage with others, her organizational skills, creative vision, and propensity to learn new things, there is no doubt that Dr. Henkel will continue to excel.