Manufacturing Facility Opens in Reno Ranpak Corp., a leading manufacturer of paper-based packaging systems, announced recently that its new manufacturing plant in Reno is now 100 percent operational. The facility will service customers in the western half of the U.S., supplying paper and converters. The decision to open the new facility was based on a desire to improve … [Read more...] about March 2003: Nevada Briefs
March 2003: Business Indicators
Consumer confidence measures continue to trend downward, business expansion plans remain on hold and price/earnings ratios remain high – all signs of economic weakness. Still, consumer spending continues to trend upward, particularly housing. Low mortgage rates and past wealth accumulations have spurred the housing market. Without a robust housing market, the recession that … [Read more...] about March 2003: Business Indicators
March 2003: Business Up Front
The Great Bus Ride Of 2003 Dave Anderson, a speaker and author of the book No-Nonsense Leadership, compares a company’s drive toward its objectives with a bus ride, andsuggests a company’s goals are irrelevant until it has the right people on its bus and gets the wrong people off. "After all," says Anderson, "a great dream with the wrong team is a nightmare; a great dream with … [Read more...] about March 2003: Business Up Front
Eye Pollution: Are We Poisoning Our Minds?
If an adult in Clark County wants to buy a Hustler magazine at a convenience store, he will find that the provocative cover photo is hidden from view to protect young people and those who are easily offended. However, that same adult, or his minor child, can find a newsrack outside the store displaying magazines with cover photos just as revealing. This is a situation that … [Read more...] about Eye Pollution: Are We Poisoning Our Minds?
Industry Focus: Communications – Technology Plus Customer Service Equals Success
Executives from several of Nevada’s leading communications firms gathered at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas on January 16 for the second annual Communications Roundtable, a discussion of issues affecting their industry. The meeting was a part of Nevada Business Journal’s monthly Industry Outlook series. Those in attendance represent telecommunications firms and high-tech … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Communications – Technology Plus Customer Service Equals Success
March of Dimes: Fighting Premature Births
The March of Dimes is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality. Founded in 1938, the March of Dimes funds programs for research, community services, education and advocacy to save babies. Citing the increase in the number of premature babies in the country and the problems they face, … [Read more...] about March of Dimes: Fighting Premature Births
March 2003: Face to Face
Name: Kevin Parsons Title: President Company: Parsons Bros. Rock Retaining Walls Type of Business: Subcontractor specializing in construction of retaining walls from natural rock Location: Las Vegas Years in Nevada: 13 Years with Company: 29 Â Biggest Business Challenge: Like many subcontractors in Southern Nevada, struggling with the exorbitant … [Read more...] about March 2003: Face to Face
Beware the Ides of March: Tax Committee Chairs Face Challenges
Beware the Ides of March. Julius Caesar ignored that warning and we know what happened to him. Caesar was honored like a god, but was done in by his colleagues in the Roman Senate. This March, Carson City’s tax wars are heating up. No one is in physical danger, but political lives could be in peril. Strong emotions will collide. Fortunately, the Legislature’s two men on point … [Read more...] about Beware the Ides of March: Tax Committee Chairs Face Challenges
Avoid Waving Red Flags: Don’t be an IRS Audit Target
When it comes to income tax deductions, you should certainly claim those you deserve. But also keep in mind that too many deductions, as well as other problems like math errors, can attract the attention of IRS auditors. To be prepared to address IRS inquiries, the Nevada Society of CPAs provides a look at some "red flags" that may cause the IRS to take a second look at your … [Read more...] about Avoid Waving Red Flags: Don’t be an IRS Audit Target
Power Poll: Nevada’s Business Leaders Speak Out
Business owners and managers tend to overbook their schedules and are constantly wishing they had more hours each day to accomplish their goals. Yet, when Nevada Business Journal sent out survey forms to 250 business leaders in the state, almost 80 of them took the time to promptly answer questions about political and economic issues affecting Nevada. They apparently felt it … [Read more...] about Power Poll: Nevada’s Business Leaders Speak Out
Highway Construction Projects: Keep Up with Nevada’s Growth
Ensuring Nevada’s vital economic lifelines flow freely with commerce and visitors is one of the Nevada Department of Transportation’s (NDOT) most important functions. To this end, as he detailed in his recent State of the State Address, Gov. Kenny Guinn has asked the Nevada Transportation Board to approve the sale of $200 million in new transportation bonds to "jump start" … [Read more...] about Highway Construction Projects: Keep Up with Nevada’s Growth
Staffing Experts Predict: Major Changes in the Job Market
Numbers released by the U. S. Department of Labor tell a bleak tale today: states in the West are being hit hardest by the nation’s lagging economy. In December 2002, Nevada experienced 5 percent unemployment, Arizona and Utah 5.6 percent each, and California an alarming 6.6 percent. With a probable war in Iraq and a lackluster stock market, employers, employees and the … [Read more...] about Staffing Experts Predict: Major Changes in the Job Market
March 2003: State the Issues
Topic: Should the minimum wage be raised? American Workers Do Not Deserve to Live in Poverty  By: Senator Harry Reid It has now been over six years since Congress voted to increase the minimum wage. In that time, the cost of living has increased 12 percent, while the real value of the minimum wage has steadily declined. Minimum-wage employees working 40 hours a week, 52 … [Read more...] about March 2003: State the Issues
Speaking Up for Children: Board Members Vote Their Conscience
On February 27, members of the Board of School Trustees for the Clark County School District (CCSD) were asked to vote whether the following section of the CCSD regulations should be deleted: Section 6113.2 VI. High school commencement exercises may include an invocation and/or benediction under the following conditions: A. The decision to include an invocation and/or … [Read more...] about Speaking Up for Children: Board Members Vote Their Conscience
Habitat for Humanity: Building Better Lives
Like many other homebuilders, Habitat for Humanity International uses hammers and nails to build houses. But instead of concrete foundations, this organization calls on the community to support the houses it builds. With the help of volunteers and donations, the non-profit group builds quality homes for those living in poverty and substandard housing. The organization was … [Read more...] about Habitat for Humanity: Building Better Lives