K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel has secured a franchise agreement for its first location in Las Vegas.
Spearheading K9’s entrance into Nevada is Nehme E. Abouzeid, who has held sales and marketing leadership positions for the Las Vegas Sands Corporation and Wynn Resorts, where he opened new casinos in Las Vegas and globally. Later pivoting into sports and entertainment, he held C-suite roles with the Vegas Golden Knights and Bally Bet. Most recently, he led the sales and marketing strategies for entertain ment venue Sphere.
“After a long corporate career helping Las Vegas evolve into the ‘sports and entertainment capital’ that it is today, I wanted my second act to be as an entrepreneur who continues to raise the quality of life here in my adopted city,” said Abouzeid. “I conducted an extensive search for unique brands that aligned with my values, and K9 Resorts fit the bill. In many ways, K9 is like the Wynn of pet hotels with its uncompromising service standards and innovative designs. It is the only place I’d bring my own dog.”
The K9 leadership team has identified Nevada as a prime growth market because of its vibrant economy, high quality of life, hospitality-focused workforce and position as a leading tourist destination.
“Attracting such an impressive and proven businessman as Nehme is a testament to the success and longevity of our business model,” said Jason Parker, cofounder/CEO, K9 Resorts. “His experience working with premier and luxury brands will serve as a great addition to our system, and I look forward to watching his growth in the Las Vegas market.”
