Pageant Judges

1991
Miss Nevada Teen USA
Judges

Howard Jochsberger

Director of Marketing and Entertainment for the Boyd Group, he has held various positions throughout the Boyd Group and has worked at all five of the corporation's properties. A native of New York, Jochsberger's background includes Financial Coordinator for the International Architectural firms of Gruen Associates and involvement with several broadway theatrical productions.

Susan Camara

Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Nevada Division of Watt Industries, the nation's largest home builder. She is currently building communities in Rancho Del Norte and Summerlin. An award-winning member of Nevada's fast growing real estate industry, Camara is recognized in the "Distinguished Women of Southern Nevada" publication. She is also an active member of both the Las Vegas and North Las Vegas Chambers of Commerce.

David Surber

A principal in Puckett Surber Advertising, this University of Colorado graduate is recognized as a Marketing Communications Specialist. Surber has helped build Puckett Surber into one of Southern Nevada's fastest rising and successful agencies, representing companies such as the Schulman Group, Software etc., and Harley-Davidson. An avid cyclist and competitive biathlete, Surber is also involved in City Spokes, a bicycle tour service targeted toward Las Vegas visitors. He has also been supportive of cycling events to benefit a number of local charities.

Sue Tripathi

News Anchor for KVBC, Channel 3's 11 p.m. newscast, as well as Environmental Reporter, she has an impressive and diverse background in the broadcast industry. Besides working in the news departments of some of the country's finest television stations, Tripathi has also worked as a Disc Jockey in Colorado. In 1989, she was named "Newscaster of the Year" at the Electronic Media Awards. In addition to her involvement with the Metropolitan Police Department's D.A.R.E. program, Sue also works with the Literacy Council and youth at the Juvenile Detention Facility.

Jackie Robinson

Former high school All-American, UNLV basketball superstar and NBA veteran, Robinson now makes his home in Las Vegas. He is the founder of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Lettermen's Club, which functions as a counseling organization for UNLV athletes in the areas of academics and career planning. In addition to his company, Robinson, Loyd, and Associates, of which he is president, Robinson finds time to be involved in numerous local organizations.

Dorothy Huffey

Society Columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, she has been writing her "On the Scene" column for the past nine years. A fourth-generation Nevadan, this former high school teacher is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno. Huffey is extremely active in community activities, among them Nathan Adelson Hospice Foundation, Chairman of the State of Nevada Personnel Commission, and the University of Nevada Legislative Steering Committee. Dorothy recently served as a local judge for the 1991 Miss Universe Pageant.

Danny Tarkanian

A 17-year resident of Nevada, this former UNLV Rebel basketball great and academic All-American finished his career at UNLV and proceeded to be graduated at the top of his law school class at the University of San Diego, California. Tarkanian is an avid supporter of a number of local organizations including the American Cancer Society, Nevada Dance Theatre, and the UNLV Lettermen's Club.

Linda Smith

Marketing Director for Opportunity Village Association for Retarded Citizens, she is responsible for raising over $2 million in cash contributions for the locally based charity. Smith is also the originator, producer, and director for the highly acclaimed annual Concert of Love. This former dancer, model, and actress has an extensive list of community involvements which includes Nevada Special Olympics, Southern Nevada Executive Council, and was honored as 1986 Citizen of the Year.

Larry Gregson

Director of Operations for Las Vegas Events, he oversees the planning and execution of many major special events in Las Vegas. One of his more recent and notable being the 1991 Miss Universe Pageant. Gregson has also served as President of his own entertainment management company through which he developed the careers of many recording artists. He also produced a number of record albums and television specials both in his native Canada and the United States.

Carmen Urioste

General Manager of the Boulevard Mall, she is orchestrating the current $55 million expansion and renovation of the property, making it the largest regional mall in Nevada. A Certified Property Manager, Urioste is a member of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce, Las Vegas Executive Association, and was the 1990 president of the local chapter of the Institute of Real Estate Management, which honored her with the Certified Property Manager of the Year Award.

Mercedes Warrick

Fragrance Marketing Manager and Public Relations Specialist for the internationally renowned Caesars Man and Caesars Woman fragrances. Warrick has also served as Administrative Assistant for the Nevada Economic Development Company, and has had a great deal of experience in the fashion industry, having presented many fashion shows and seminars throughout Nevada.

1991Miss Nevada Teen USA Judges