Built for Purpose.
Designed for the Planet.
Apex Las Vegas is a Dakdan Worldwide enterprise. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to pioneer a sustainable future for life on Earth.
By the Numbers
The Mission
Apex Las Vegas exists to inspire and empower humanity's connection to the natural world. We are pioneering a self-sustaining ecosystem that advances global animal health, provides unparalleled educational pathways, and sets a new global standard for conservation and immersive entertainment.
This is not a vision for tomorrow. It is an active development with government engagement, partner agreements in formation, and a clear path to groundbreaking on the South Las Vegas Strip.
The Vision Statement
To build the world's first closed-loop, self-sustaining life-science ecosystem. A global prototype for sustainable living. A beacon of hope for the planet's most vulnerable species.
The Four Pillars
A Complete Ecosystem
Global Animal Medicine
60-story veterinary hospital. Tele-robotic surgery. Real-time global diagnostics. The APEX Clinic for Animals.
Immersive Conservation
Eight Bio-Domes simulating Earth's critical ecosystems. AI-monitored habitats. AR-enhanced guest pathways.
Unprecedented Education
6,000 interns trained annually. DoD SkillBridge integration. The Academy Lodge for next-generation scientists.
Sustainable Innovation
100% plastic-free. Solar energy architecture. Closed-loop water and waste systems. Carbon-negative prototype.
Organizational Structure
Apex Las Vegas operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. To ensure Fortune 500-level commercial execution while maintaining mission integrity, Apex partners with specialized for-profit subsidiaries under the Dakdan Worldwide umbrella.
Zoo Media LLC — Agency of Record
Zoo Media manages all revenue-generating media, technology, and marketing operations for Apex. This includes the on-site digital advertising network, global content licensing, CRM and SaaS platforms, television and media networks, and corporate sponsorship sales. Zoo Media's proven integrated flywheel model ensures Apex has a commercial engine operating at scale from day one.
Dakdan Worldwide HR Services — Human Capital Partner
A certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and official DoD SkillBridge contract employer. Dakdan HR manages the complete lifecycle of Apex's 6,000-person annual intern workforce, from recruitment and training to career placement and SDVOSB compliance.
This hybrid nonprofit-commercial structure allows Apex to pursue its mission with the agility and revenue-generating capability of a private enterprise.
Dakdan Worldwide
Apex Las Vegas is a flagship initiative of Dakdan Worldwide, a portfolio organization headquartered in the United States operating more than 40 subsidiary companies across technology, media, education, hospitality, workforce development, and government programs.
Dakdan's SDVOSB certification provides a strategic advantage in federal funding access, government partnership, and veteran-first workforce development.
Dakdan Worldwide is the operational backbone of Apex, ensuring every system, company, and capital source is integrated from day one.
The Las Vegas Advantage
Located on 200 acres on the South Las Vegas Strip, APEX Las Vegas leverages the city's unique position as a global entertainment capital with 40M+ annual visitors, world-class infrastructure, and a business-friendly regulatory environment.
Global Destination
Las Vegas attracts over 40 million visitors annually from every continent. APEX will be positioned as a must-see anchor attraction on the Strip, providing unparalleled exposure to a global audience already primed for world-class experiences.
World-Class Access
Harry Reid International Airport offers direct flights from major global hubs. The Strip's existing transportation infrastructure, including monorail and highway systems, provides seamless connectivity for international researchers, students, and tourists alike.
Economic Impact
The largest proposed private development in Nevada history. APEX will generate tens of thousands of construction jobs, create permanent high-skill positions in science and technology, and diversify Nevada's economy far beyond gaming and hospitality.
A Nonprofit with Commercial Precision
Apex Las Vegas will operate with the discipline of a Fortune 500 company and the soul of a conservation mission. Revenue projections exceed $3.365 billion annually at full capacity, driven by hospitality, medical research licensing, media, education, and technology.
Every dollar above operating cost is reinvested into animal welfare, scientific research, conservation programs, and the educational academy.