Behind the Bright Lights: Brilynn Bentley of Las Vegas Events & NFR Extra

Behind the Bright Lights: Brilynn Bentley of Las Vegas Events & NFR Extra

Author: Justin Boots May 21, 2025 Duration: 43:24

In this episode of the Kick Your Boots Up Podcast, we’re headed to the heart of rodeo in Las Vegas to sit down with the powerhouse behind the scenes—Brilynn Bentley. As the Corporate Marketing Partnerships Manager for Las Vegas Events and Assistant General Manager of the Junior World Finals, Brilynn wears many of hats (and probably a few pairs of boots, too).

From her days as a high school rodeo barrel racer to her role as co-host of the NFR Extra Podcast, Brilynn shares her journey growing up in the western world, what she loves most about working with the NFR, and how 40 years of rodeo magic in Vegas continues to evolve.

We also get a peek into who Brilynn is off the clock—what inspires her, her favorite downtime hobbies, and what advice she’d give to anyone chasing their rodeo dreams. Oh, and yes—we chat about her recent engagement, too!

Saddle up and listen now for an insider’s look at the people who help make the NFR the spectacle it is today.

Follow Brilynn on Instagram and TikTok: @brilynn_bentley

Learn more at: www.NFRexperience.com/nfrextra


There's a rhythm to life out here, a cadence found in the clang of a gate, the hum of a tractor at dawn, and the roar of a weekend rodeo crowd. Kick Your Boots Up | Ag, Western Fashion, and Rodeo Storytelling settles into that rhythm, creating a space where authentic voices from the heartland take the lead. Hosted by Justin Boots, this podcast is less about polished interviews and more about pulling up a chair for real conversation. You’ll hear from ranchers navigating the complexities of modern agriculture, designers stitching tradition into contemporary western wear, and rodeo athletes sharing the untold stories behind their eight-second rides. Each episode feels like a gathering, blending earnest discussion about business and beauty with the kind of comedy that only comes from lived experience. It’s a celebration of the textures of rural life and the industries built around it. Tuning in, you get a sense of the community-the triumphs, the challenges, the mud on your boots, and the sparkle on your shirt. This is where the narrative of the West is told by the people living it, offering connection and a bit of companionship whether you’re in the truck, the barn, or just dreaming of open spaces. So find a spot, get comfortable, and let these stories roll over you.
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