United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) is a local, independent non-profit organization founded in Reno in 1942 as the Reno Community War Chest. Today’s United Way provides leadership and works in partnership with community volunteers to identify human-care issues and to mobilize community resources to address them. The organization raises approximately $3 million … [Read more...] about United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra: Identifying and Filling Community Needs

Attorney General Brian Sandoval gave the Nevada political world a lot to think about in March when he announced public employees could not legally keep their jobs while serving in the state Legislature. The opinion, while not totally unexpected, forced several incumbent politicians to re-think their long-term prospects. According to the opinion, they could still file and run … [Read more...] about Living in Interesting Times: A.G.’s Announcement Shakes Up Incumbents

An investment strategy is only as good as the priorities on which it is based. Whether starting out or adjusting investment game plans with age, setting priorities is always the first and most important step. Yet many people ignore this step and dive into an investment program that makes no sense for their lifestyle and won't accomplish their goals, primarily because they … [Read more...] about Setting Investment Priorities: The First Step to Security

When Nevada Business Journal asked prominent members of the state’s business community to nominate the CEOs they most respected and admired, our editorial committee was deluged with names and stories of executives throughout the state who deserve recognition. After a difficult judging process, we decided on the eight people currently gracing the cover of the magazine. They have … [Read more...] about Best of the Best: Nevada’s Most Respected CEOs

After the Pentagon announced that thousands of National Guard and reserve units would be activated to support homeland defense and to participate in liberating Iraq, many employers had to scramble to learn what actions, and in some cases inactions, they were required to take under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA). While most … [Read more...] about USERRA Regulations: Helping Troops Return to Work

Question: The tobacco settlement fund, which currently provides funds for one of your favorite programs, the Millennium Scholarship, will be exhausted during the next few years. Why is this program important, and what are your plans to ensure it remains as part of the legacy of your administration? When I was elected governor of Nevada in November 1998, I made a pledge to … [Read more...] about The Millennium Scholarship: Education for Today, Economic Viability for Tomorrow

Nevada is one of the most business-friendly states in the nation. The key to utilizing Nevada’s Selected Business Assistance Programs and utilizing the tax breaks offered lies in understanding the subtle complexities of the state’s otherwise simple tax system. Look at the incentives: Nevada is just an all-around great place to start a business. There’s no corporate income … [Read more...] about Understanding Nevada’s Tax System: Its Structure and Benefits

From new fiber-optic ready and open-space configurations in office plans to specially designed layouts for medical facilities, tenant improvements race into the future as construction and interior design companies try to meet client requests. "Companies are still concentrating on economics," said Sheila Merrill, CPE, group manager at Roel Construction in Las Vegas. "They’re … [Read more...] about Tenant Improvements Look to Future: High-Tech, Open Spaces Popular Trends

The economic downturn experienced in Nevada following the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks was unique to the state’s history. The dramatic drop in hotel occupancy levels, employment and airport traffic stunned the state. Statistics for economic indicators since that date reveal a resiliency typical of the Old West. Even more persuasive is the new growth and confidence … [Read more...] about Tourism Checkup: Has Nevada Really Rebounded?

Striving to provide access to quality healthcare services throughout the state, Nevada Health Centers (NVHC) offers a comprehensive one-stop service for many low-income families, nearly half of which are under 100 percent of the federal poverty level. On pace to provide service for approximately 100,000 patient visits for the fiscal year, NVHC continues to grow throughout the … [Read more...] about Nevada Health Centers: Offering Care to Low-Income Nevadans

The Nevada State Legislature’s special session ending July 22, 2003 approved a variety of new taxes that will directly affect Nevada businesses. To help you decipher these changes and how they affect you, a synopsis of the major provisions of the new tax laws and how they are applied is given below. The new tax laws remain subject to change, and if you have questions or need … [Read more...] about Nevada State Tax Update: Gentlemen, Start Your Wallets!

Pageantry Companies President Don White arrived in Las Vegas in 1987, and in 1992, entered the fast-growing Southern Nevada housing market. In 1998, he expanded into the state of Washington and continued with his mission of building new residential communities. Pageantry’s residential focus in Las Vegas has been on entry-level and first-time ownership opportunities, as well … [Read more...] about Pageantry Companies: Takes New Direction