Shaundell Newsome is the founder of Sumnu Marketing and a three-time SBA Nevada Award winner. With a career spanning over 30 years, he has built a strong reputation for driving innovation and supporting small businesses in Southern Nevada. He has also played a key role in developing future leaders, serving as one of the architects of the Vegas Chamber’s Leadership Advance Program and teaching thousands of small business owners through workshops over the past two decades.
Passionate about education and community development, Newsome is committed to empowering underserved youth. As a dedicated mentor and advocate, he continues to inspire the next generation of leaders through his work with various organizations. A proud family man, he and his wife Arlene, a Las Vegas native, have raised eight children and are deeply invested in their local community.
"Shaundell’s personal goal to develop new leaders for the future completely aligns with CORE’s mission and dedication to youth and families. He will have a profound impact on our CORE Scholars and the communities we serve," said Jeff Jones, Executive Director of CORE. "His deep connection to Southern Nevada makes him an invaluable asset, and we are excited to welcome him to our board as a new champion of CORE."
