GALLAGHER
DIALOGUES
The 4th Annual Gallagher Dialogues takes place on April 2, 2026
When dignity leads, dialogue follows.
The Guinn Center invites you to join a timely statewide conversation on Bridging Divides with Dignity, grounded in the principles of The Dignity Index. Developed as a scale that measures how language and behavior range from contempt to civility, The Dignity Index reminds us that it’s not disagreement itself that divides us — but how we treat one another when we disagree. This year’s Gallagher Dialogues challenges us to move beyond polarization by centering respect, curiosity, and the inherent worth of every person.
Through an engaging moderated discussion, we’ll explore practical ways to apply humanizing communication in public life, community spaces, and everyday interactions, helping us navigate even the hardest conversations — together.
Event Info
This year’s Gallagher Dialogues will take place in Las Vegas at the UNLV Strip View Pavilion, and in Reno at the Joe Crowley Student Union’s 4th-floor ballrooms. The main program will be streamed from Las Vegas to Reno, but both events will feature live-hosted, interactive elements.
Both events include:
- Heavy appetizers
- Complimentary drinks
- Complimentary parking
- A dessert reception
Schedule:
- Doors open at 5:30 p.m. (Heavy appetizers and drinks served)
- Program begins at 6:15 p.m.
- Program adjourns to Desserts & Dialogue reception at 8 p.m.
- Event concludes at 9 p.m.
Parking Information
4th Floor Ballrooms
on the UNR Campus
1664 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89557
Complimentary parking is located on the top two levels of the West Stadium Parking Garage.
on the UNLV Campus
4505 S. Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas, NV 89154
Complimentary parking is located in the Gray Lot.
About Our Speakers
Brandon Tatum is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Governors Association, where he leads bipartisan efforts to support all U.S. governors and advance policy on key national challenges. He oversees strategy, operations, partnerships, and policy development across areas such as workforce, public safety, education, and economic mobility. Previously, he served as CEO of Oklahoma’s Regional University System and as Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to Governor Kevin Stitt, helping drive education and workforce policy. With 15 years in education leadership, Tatum holds an Ed.D. and is committed to expanding opportunity and strengthening communities through effective governance.
Tami Pyfer is the Chief Impact Officer for UNITE and co-creator of the Dignity Index. Tami leads the Dignity Index government and corporate partnerships. Before joining UNITE, Tami served as Education Policy Advisor to former Utah Governor Gary Herbert, where she was involved in state-level policy development, coalition building, and stakeholder engagement. She held local and state elected offices for 12 years, including four years on the Utah State Board of Education. Tami and her husband Aaron are the parents of 5 children, grandparents of 16. They live in Salt Lake City.
BECOME A SPONSOR
If you’re ready to support our mission to bring nonpartisan, evidence-based solutions to Nevada, please consider sponsoring the Gallagher Dialogues. We offer both statewide and regional sponsorships, plus a number of custom options upon request. Download our sponsorship packet and contact Assistant Director Kristine Caliger for more information at kcaliger@guinncenter.org.
About the Gallagher Dialogues
The Gallagher Dialogues is proudly named in honor of late Guinn Center founder Tom Gallagher.
Tom gave back to Nevada like few individuals ever have. Lawyer, gaming executive, mentor, and philanthropist – Tom Gallagher stood as a giant among givers in the history of the Silver State. Tom was forever passionate about promoting democracy, bipartisanship, and the free exchange of ideas.
Policy-oriented, Tom believed that like-minded individuals from across Nevada should join in forming a think tank that would address Nevada’s pressing statewide issues with objective analysis, free of political bias. Out of this vision, Tom co-founded the Kenny Guinn Center for Policy Priorities.
Tom’s beloved wife, Mary Kay, has generously continued her support of the Guinn Center and The Gallagher Dialogues – both of which would not exist without her passionate support. To learn more about the 2025 Gallagher Dialogues event, click on the link below.
Catch up on last year’s conversation.
The 3rd Annual Gallagher Dialogues on Effective Lawmaking aired on PBS Reno in August 2025. Watch the special on demand below.
Watch the 2024 Gallagher Dialogues On Demand
2024 GALLAGHER DIALOGUES SPONSORS
