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The Family Man
Family is the foundation. A husband and father who values creating meaningful experiences and passing down lessons to the next generation.
Entrepreneur • Father • Storyteller • Connector
Real Conversations.Meaningful Connections.
Meet Paki Phillips. Husband, father, entrepreneur, and a believer in the power of bringing people together.
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada
Las Vegas, Nevada
01 — The Philosophy
It all starts with a connection.
I've always believed the right conversation can change someone's perspective, open a door, or create an opportunity that didn't exist before.
Whether I'm sitting across from an entrepreneur, an athlete, a community leader, or my own kids, I'm interested in the stories that make us who we are.
Because everybody has a story worth sharing.
02 — Who He Is
Four sides of one story.
A life built around family, business, storytelling and people — each one shaping the others.
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The Entrepreneur
Building relationships and opportunities through business, creativity, and community.
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The Storyteller
More than eight years of conversations with entrepreneurs, entertainers, athletes, and leaders.
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The Connector
Bringing people together and recognizing the extraordinary potential of authentic relationships.
03 — The New Show
Coming Soon
Talk with Pak!
Real people. Real stories. No scripts.
Talk with Pak! is about conversations that go beyond titles, achievements, and headlines.
It's about the moments that shaped us, the obstacles we overcame, the lessons we learned, and the experiences that connect us.
From entrepreneurs and entertainers to fathers, families, and everyday people, every conversation is an opportunity to discover something meaningful.
A Family Perspective
Sometimes the most meaningful conversations happen across generations.
From time to time, Paki's two sons join him behind the mic as co-hosts — bringing fresh questions, honest perspectives, and a reminder of what matters most.
04 — Since 2018
Building connections through conversation.
Vegas Circle
Since 2018, Paki Phillips and Chris Smith have helped amplify the voices of entrepreneurs, innovators, entertainers, athletes, and community leaders through Vegas Circle.
Built around authentic conversations, the podcast shines a light on the people and stories shaping Las Vegas and beyond.
Featured conversation
The Voice Behind Vegas' Biggest Stages | Mark Shunock
Vegas Circle
Ishe Smith Tells All: Mayweather, Becoming World Champion & The Business of Boxing
Vegas Circle
From DJ to CEO: How Maria Romano Built a Marketing Empire
05 — In the Press
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Influence Vegas
The Connector's Compass: Paki Phillips' Path to Purpose
Published September 17, 2026
“I’ve never wanted to be the most important person in the room. I’d rather be the person who connects two people who can change each other’s lives.”
Influence Vegas profiles Paki as a husband, father, and connector whose work centers on creating space for people to share their stories, and on the ripple effect a single conversation or introduction can create. (Summary of the Influence Vegas feature.)
06 — Work Together
Let's create something meaningful.
Great partnerships start with shared values and authentic connections.
Whether you're a brand looking to tell a compelling story, a business hoping to connect with new audiences, or an organization creating something meaningful, let's explore what's possible together.
Ways we could collaborate
- 01Brand partnerships
- 02Podcast sponsorships
- 03Branded content & storytelling
- 04Community collaborations
- 05Event & media opportunities
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