Gail Miller , owner of the company , discussed the company ’ s journey and how it has shaped who they are today . She shared how her late husband , Larry , played competitive softball and how he used this experience to teach the importance of teamwork , hard work , and dedication .
Gail recognized that the company ’ s success is due to the employees who live their values each day , lead by example , and inspire others . She emphasized the importance of anchoring oneself to the work and learning from past experiences while looking ahead to a bright future .
The LHM Summit provided attendees with valuable insights into the company ’ s culture , values , and mission . The speakers and presentations emphasized the importance of being a student , a teacher , and a leader , as everyone has equal opportunities to grow and contribute to the organization ’ s success . The LHM Summit also illustrated the organization ’ s commitment to building communities through its various businesses , investments and contributions from partners and stakeholders .
The Larry H . and Gail Miller Leadership Excellence Award was established in 2011 to recognize individuals for their leadership , example and accomplishments during the past year and their contributions over their career with the Larry H . Miller Company and its portfolio of businesses and investments .
The 2022 recipients exemplify and promote our core values and lead through consistent example and have done so throughout their tenure with the organization .
Sarah Starkey Chief Legal Officer of the Larry H . Miller Company
Over the past 12 years , Sarah has played an integral role in the company ’ s success by providing legal counsel and leading compliance , risk management , customer service , and human resources teams . She has helped LHM acquire and divest dozens of companies totaling more than $ 5 billion , established processes and procedures to minimize risk , and quickly evaluated new business opportunities . Sarah is also a champion of ethical behavior and has established training programs for employees and overseen investigations into ethical issues . As interim Chief Human Resources Officer , she added benefits such as paid paternal leave , unlimited PTO , and software solutions to recruit diverse candidates . Sarah is also the co-founder of the Gail Miller Women ’ s Leadership Group .
Brad Holmes President of Larry H . Miller Real Estate
Brad ’ s leadership and remarkable contributions have led to significant growth for the company , including the renovation of the Vivint Arena in record time , resulting in it being recognized as the best venue in the NBA . During COVID shutdowns , he led the renovation of two Larry H . Miller Megaplex Theatres and played a significant role in the divestiture of real estate holdings during the LHM Dealerships transaction . He brought the Daybreak transaction to the LHM Company , resulting in an important land acquisition and a boost to mixed-use development capabilities . Brad is known for his integrity , loyalty , and exceeding expectations of the team around him .
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