Building a business takes courage. Growing one takes discipline. But sustaining one takes a level of tenacity that not everyone is prepared for.

For Las Vegas entrepreneur Roman Troyano, giving up was never part of the plan. What started as a leap from the security of a corporate paycheck has grown into more than a decade of entrepreneurship, leading Krome IT, a cybersecurity company, and co-founding BlockLabz, a company focused on blockchain, Web3, and artificial intelligence.

But behind the growth and accomplishments are years of hard work, financial uncertainty, difficult decisions, and a relentless commitment to getting better.

Roman and I dive into the realities of entrepreneurship and the mindset it takes to keep building, even when the circumstances aren't ideal. We talk about the difference between having a steady paycheck and carrying the financial responsibility of a business, the importance of staying disciplined, and why being proactive instead of reactive can change the trajectory of what you're building.

What stood out to me about Roman is his refusal to become complacent. Ten years into business, he's still learning, still challenging himself, and still thinking about what the next five, ten, and fifteen years could look like. His approach to leadership reflects that same mentality. He believes in hiring for attitude, leading by example, and building a team that's willing to put in the work.

We also explore the world of cybersecurity, the risks business owners often overlook, and why having the right technology and infrastructure matters when you're serious about protecting and growing your business.

Of course, we talk about connection. Having grown up in Las Vegas, Roman has built much of his business through relationships, referrals, and showing up for his community. It's a reminder that sometimes the seeds we plant today become the opportunities we experience years later.

Beyond the businesses he's building, Roman's greatest motivation comes from his family. Becoming a father played a significant role in his decision to fully pursue entrepreneurship. He wanted to show his children what's possible when you're willing to take a chance on yourself and put in the work.

Toward the end of our conversation, I asked Roman what advice he would give his younger self when he first started his business. His response stayed with me:

"Be prepared to work harder than you ever had on an empty tank of gas."

That statement says so much about the entrepreneurial journey. There will be seasons when you're exhausted, when things don't go according to plan, and when the work demands more than you thought you had to give.

Roman's story is a reflection of what it looks like to keep showing up anyway.

For anyone building a business, pursuing a vision, or navigating the unpredictable road of entrepreneurship, I hope this conversation reminds you that growth isn't just measured by how far you've come, but by your willingness to keep going, keep learning, and keep building.

Because the businesses we build matter, but so do the people we become and the connections we make along the way.

What happens when the justice system becomes the last place someone can turn for help? And how do you hold someone accountable without losing sight of their humanity?

For nearly 20 years, Alex Hubert has worked on the front lines of the criminal justice system as an attorney with the Clark County Public Defender's Office. Behind those courtroom doors, he's witnessed a side of Las Vegas most of us never see. Stories of mental illness, addiction, homelessness, trauma, and people whose lives are far more complicated than the charges against them.

But Alex's story didn't begin in a courtroom.

Before practicing law, he was a musician, writing songs and fronting rock bands. His journey eventually led him to a profession where understanding people would become just as important as understanding the law.

Now, as he campaigns for a seat on the District Court bench, Alex reflects on the experiences that have shaped his perspective on justice, leadership, and the responsibility we have toward one another.

In this conversation, we go beyond the headlines to explore what really happens inside our local justice system. Alex shares unforgettable experiences representing individuals struggling with severe mental illness, veterans living with the aftermath of combat, and people caught in cycles of addiction and incarceration.

We also talk about the evolution of criminal justice in Las Vegas, why rehabilitation and accountability don't have to be opposing ideas, and what two decades of working with people during some of their darkest moments have taught him about resilience, compassion, and the meaning of success.

What stayed with me most was Alex's perspective on the human side of his work. Sometimes making a difference doesn't mean winning a case. Sometimes it's simply being the person who takes the time to listen, understand, and see someone beyond their circumstances.

This conversation is about more than law. It's about the people behind the decisions, the systems that shape our communities, and why understanding one another matters.

Because at the heart of every community are human beings whose stories deserve to be heard.

Sometimes finding yourself isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about remembering who you were before the world told you who you were supposed to be.

Moss is a multifaceted Las Vegas artist whose creativity moves through photography, music, art, movement, and self-expression. But underneath every medium is something deeper: a desire to reflect life as it really is, imperfect, emotional, human, and alive.

In this conversation, Moss and I explore what it means to rediscover yourself after years of feeling disconnected from who you are. He shares how photography became one of his greatest forms of expression, why he doesn’t believe he “captures” people but instead reflects them back to themselves, and how art has helped him process his own experiences while witnessing the lives of others.

We talk about spirituality, adoption, isolation, anger, vulnerability, perfectionism, authenticity, stillness, and the courage it takes to create before you feel ready. Moss also opens up about making music simply because he needs to express something, sometimes recording from his phone in a parking lot or driveway and releasing it without waiting for the perfect studio, strategy, or moment.

Somewhere inside this conversation, something unexpected happened: I cried for the first time on this podcast. That moment became a reminder of exactly why these conversations matter. When someone is willing to show up honestly, it gives the person sitting across from them permission to do the same.

This is a conversation about art, but it’s also about presence. About allowing yourself to change. About finding peace inside the chaos. About building from purpose instead of perception. And about having the courage to dream bigger than the life you’ve already known.

Maybe the goal isn’t to have everything figured out.

Maybe it’s to keep creating, keep connecting, and keep becoming.

Because sometimes another person doesn’t give us the answers, they simply reflect something back to us that we were finally ready to see.

You can connect with Moss on Instagram @lifemomentswith_