Melisa Eichbauer, General Manager, Findlay Volkswagen Henderson, named 40 Under 40

“Last year, on the day we published our 40 Under 40 list, we received the news of a mandatory two-week stay at home order. It was a time of uncertainty for so many of us. Now a year later, we share our 2021 Vegas Inc 40 Under 40 honorees as our community climbs above the impact of the pandemic—rising to once again stand as the entertainment capital of the world and the place we so proudly call home.

Much like the true spirit of Las Vegas, this year’s list is incredibly diverse and dynamic. The men and women on this list are helping to solidify our city as a leader in community and industry.

With a record-breaking number of nominations, this year also brought new faces and industries to the forefront—those who have withstood the perils of the pandemic and stand strong to ensure our economic recovery. Our judges reviewed each submission, looking for exceptional leaders in their chosen career, charitable giving and passion for improving Southern Nevada.

This 2021 cohort is resilient and optimistic. They bring a fresh energy so needed as we emerge from the hardest of times. It is this positive perspective that will ensure Vegas returns stronger than ever.

The 2021 40 Under 40 Awards originally appeared in a special issue of Vegas Inc found inside of Las Vegas Weekly. Sign up to get each of Vegas Inc’s special publications delivered to your inbox on the day of their release.”

What began as a “gap year” job for Melisa Eichbauer turned into a 16-year career. Eichbauer may have never imagined a future in car sales, but once she started, she continued to rise through the ranks, eventually managing her own dealership. She’s the first and only woman general manager in the entire Findlay Automotive Group—which also happens to be the same company she got her start in.

Eichbauer loves that she gets to solve problems for customers, coach and grow her team, and most importantly, lead the store with a philanthropic approach. Each month her team chooses a “sweat equity” community partner to support with awareness, fundraising and volunteering. In addition to that, Eichbauer serves on two nonprofit boards: the Henderson Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the Heaven Can Wait Animal Society. She is also a graduate of Leadership Henderson and now mentors the new cohorts.

From: https://vegasinc.lasvegassun.com/business/2021/apr/01/40-under-40-local-luminaries-guiding-vegas-back/