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IS THE COSMOPOLITAN DOING THINGS RIGHT? “The Cosmo is the place to be in Vegas.” Dale Amos president, star loan centers “Yes. From a food and beverage perspective, they’re doing everything right.” David Bart senior vp - spirits, southern wine and spirits “I think they’re going in the right direction.” Michael Fletcher district director, american association of government finance “I go to the Cosmo all the time. Their branding is higher end but youthful. It’s resplendent but not off-putting. When I’m there, I feel like I belong.” Sarah Ryan general manager/partner, mocha joe “No one can deny the buzz the Cosmopolitan has created. They have a unique product in a great location and it’s getting people’s attention.” Brad Seidel senior account executive, kirvin doak communications “I’ve never been there, so I don’t know.” Aleta Anderson owner/chef, cake popalicious “I believe they’re doing all that they can. Unfortunately, they opened into the worst economy Las Vegas has ever seen.” Rick Smith owner, rds associates “Oh, God yes. The Cosmo has sitting areas. You don’t get the feeling like you’re just being herded from place to place to spend money.” “I love what the Cosmopolitan has done with its unique tenant mix, fabulous first-to-market restaurants and its high-energy vibe.” Mary Kathryn Wells director of marketing, town square Derek Washington new media & diversity outreach consultant, afan “I’m very impressed with their advertising campaigns. I love that avant-garde approach they’re using.” Todd White founder, platinum entourage salon “So far, so good.” Ron Horsley vp, new growth commercial real estate 34 “Yes. The atmosphere is unique and creative. ” Pam Myers project manager at massmedia corporate communications “Yes. They’ve got a name brand. They have exciting venues. They have some kinks to work out.” D. Taylor secretary-treasurer, culinary union “Yes. It seems like they have some of the best restaurants and some of the best events.” Nikki Steven founder, method motivation “No. They should’ve stopped the project. The hotel was more than what Las Vegas needed.” Chuck Vanage president, log cabin republicans “With the shows, and small touches like the Art-o-Mats, they’re doing a great job of bringing something fresh to Vegas.” Maria Phelan pr manager, purdue marion & associates “They seem to be marketing to a younger crowd, but their prices are more for the mature crowd who can pay. It’s a mixed message.” Francine Pulliam owner, prestige properties “Yes. It feels like a nightclub everywhere there, even out of Marquee. Where else can you get bottle service at a bar?” Peter Yaskin field marketing manager, southern wine and spirits “Yes. I’ve been there five times since they opened. I haven’t had any complaints. It’s a nice atmosphere.” Joe White manager, in da cut barber shop “The Cosmo understands their audience. They know who they want to reach. Is it working? Time will tell.” Lori Goodwine principal, goodprnow PATRICK WIRTZ