How Gig Workers Keep Las Vegas Running

Las Vegas never sleeps. Neon lights flicker through the desert night, casinos buzz, and the Strip pulses with energy.

But behind it all, gig workers keep the city running – driving visitors, delivering meals, and setting up events. Without them, Vegas wouldn’t function.

The People Behind the Pulse of Vegas

Gig workers power nearly every corner of the city’s economy:

• Transportation & Tourism – Rideshare drivers and shuttle operators keep visitors moving. Nevada is home to 83,000 self-employed workers, many of whom are the backbone of the tourism industry.
• Food & Hospitality – Delivery drivers cater to the city’s round-the-clock cravings, while bartenders, caterers, and event staff ensure every celebration runs seamlessly.
• Entertainment & Events – From lighting crews to photographers, independent workers create the experiences that visitors take home with them.

Las Vegas thrives because of these workers. But despite their essential role, they face financial challenges that make stability difficult.

The Financial Challenges of Gig Work

The independence of gig work comes with trade-offs, especially when it comes to financial security. Many workers struggle to manage irregular earnings, rising costs, and limited access to traditional banking services.

• One week, earnings are strong. The next, they barely cover expenses. Nearly half of gig workers (45%) rate their financial situation as fair or poor.
• Fuel, maintenance, and self-employment taxes eat into their income, making it harder to plan ahead.
• Nearly 60% of gig workers struggle to secure loans or credit—even when their income is strong.

For a city that moves fast, financial services have been slow to keep up.

That’s why gig workers need financial solutions built for their reality—flexible, fast, and designed to keep them moving.

Ualett: Financial Solutions Built for Gig Workers

That’s where Ualett comes in. Our financial tools are designed for independent workers, giving them instant access to earnings and the flexibility to stay in control.

• Same-Day Funding – Get cash in as little as 24 hours—no waiting, no long approval process.
• Smart Cash Flow Tools – Stay in control with flexible remittance schedules tailored to your earnings.
• 24/7 Mobile Access – Instant access to cash advances, financial tools, and live support—right from the app.
• Bilingual Support (English & Spanish) – Customer support, your way, in the language you prefer.

Because when gig workers have financial security, the city keeps moving.

More Than a Partnership: Ualett & Las Vegas Lights FC

Las Vegas runs on gig workers, and this year, Ualett is making sure they get the recognition they deserve.

As the official back-of-kit sponsor for Las Vegas Lights FC in 2025, Ualett is teaming up with the club to support the independent workers who keep the city moving.

“Las Vegas was built on the backs of gig workers,” said Ricky Michel Presbot, CEO of Ualett. “Las Vegas Lights FC is driven by the theme of ‘grit and glow.’ As a leader serving the gig economy, Ualett is inspired by this spirit that honors all the people of Las Vegas who keep the economy moving, especially the gig worker. Owner Jose Bautista has started something special, and we are proud to be a partner with the club.”

To kick off the partnership, Ualett offered 1,000 gig workers free tickets to the Lights’ Home Opener. It’s more than a game – it’s a tribute to the workers and a chance for them to be part of something built with them in mind.

But recognition is just the beginning. Ualett knows that for gig workers to truly thrive, they need more than appreciation—they need financial security.

Take Control of Your Financial Future

Your work keeps Las Vegas running—now it’s time to take control of your earnings.

Join over 180,000 gig workers who trust Ualett for faster payouts, emergency funding, and financial flexibility.

Download the Ualett app today and start managing your money in minutes. Because financial security should move as fast as you do.