“I use Google for everything from finding other sites to searching for general information, plus linking to maps. I use my DROID X smartphone with Android 2.2 to do voice searches on Google. It’s phenomenally quick and easy to search and navigate using Google, helping improve productivity.” Brian Danfield • Region President, Verizon Wireless “The National Hospice and … [Read more...] about What is your favorite or most useful website?
Reid or Angle in November? The Choice is Clear
Despite all his posturing about the good he’s done for Nevada as Senate Majority Leader, Harry Reid has presided over the systematic destruction of the U.S. economy, and intends to keep right on with his harmful policies if he is re-elected. It’s up to Nevada voters to make sure this doesn’t happen, by voting for Sharron Angle on November 2. Sharron Angle has always stood … [Read more...] about Reid or Angle in November? The Choice is Clear
Transportation: A Look at Transportation in Nevada
Business. Pleasure. Entertainment. Outdoor recreation. In winter, skiing and snow sports. In summer, every other outdoor recreational activity imaginable. Year round, for conventions. And sometimes, simply because that particular airport is a hub. For whatever the reason, even with the slow economy, people are still flying into Nevada, accessing mass transit and utilizing … [Read more...] about Transportation: A Look at Transportation in Nevada
20/20 Visionaries
It’s time again for Nevada Business Magazine’s annual 20/20 feature. The issue highlights 20 leaders who demonstrate foresight, flexibility and fortitude in keeping their organizations and businesses afloat and thriving, particularly during challenging economic times. The editorial staff asked local executives to identify Nevada business leaders whom they feel exemplify … [Read more...] about 20/20 Visionaries
Industry Focus: Banking & Finance
Since the beginning of the recession, the banking and financial industry has been scrutinized and analyzed more than any other. The industry has been accused of everything from irresponsible lending to refusing to lend at all. With all of the misinformation available, executives representing Nevada’s banks recently met at the office of Holland & Hart in Las Vegas to share … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Banking & Finance
Plaza Bank: Service You Can Bank On
Exceeding Expectations When Plaza Bank recently acquired SouthwestUSA Bank, it did more than help right the financial foundation of a truly exceptional bank. It found a like-minded institution with a shared vision offering industry expertise and personalized attention to its business customers. These are the same principles on which Plaza Bank has based its activities in … [Read more...] about Plaza Bank: Service You Can Bank On
David Simard: Marnell Properties
Senior Vice President Las Vegas, NV Number of Employees: 9 Years in Nevada: 4 months Years with Company: 4 months What inspired you to get into your industry? I wanted to make a positive and lasting impression within the urban landscape. How do you encourage growth and development within your company? I encourage growth within the company by setting a personal, … [Read more...] about David Simard: Marnell Properties
The 2010 NAIOP Summit: Getting Back to the Top
Dear NAIOP Members and Guests, Welcome to the 2010 NAIOP Summit! This year’s fall event is a spin-off of the chapter’s annual Bus Tour and is intended to offer extensive exhibits as well as a showcase of properties throughout the Las Vegas Valley. This year’s event theme is: Getting Back to the Top with economic development and diversification as the main focus. In … [Read more...] about The 2010 NAIOP Summit: Getting Back to the Top
October 2010: Around the State
Nevada Receives $5 Million for Residential Energy Retrofit The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded the Nevada State Office of Energy (NSOE) $5 million for the Nevada Retrofit Initiative which aims to retrofit at least five percent of all single family Nevada residences with energy efficiency upgrades by 2021. This is the highest amount awarded to any state as part of … [Read more...] about October 2010: Around the State
Accellerated Delivery: EXCEEDING Expectations, Delivering Results
Accelerated Delivery is a courier solutions company committed to serving businesses in Southern Nevada. With a unique approach to ensuring cost effective, timely deliveries for their customers, the organization is well on its way to being a market leader. Serving companies that range from financial institutions, title companies and law firms to the hospitality and healthcare … [Read more...] about Accellerated Delivery: EXCEEDING Expectations, Delivering Results
Question 1 to Address Judicial Merit SelectionQuestion 1 to Address Judicial Merit Selection
This November, Nevada voters will determine how our state’s district and Supreme Court judges are selected. Question 1 on the ballot will adopt a judicial merit selection and retention process. Based upon my years of experience in the justice system of New York, I strongly believe that Nevada’s future economic and social well being will be improved by the approval of Question … [Read more...] about Question 1 to Address Judicial Merit SelectionQuestion 1 to Address Judicial Merit Selection
Challengers Want Sunlight: Non-incumbent candidates more favorable toward transparency
Most Nevadans agree, regardless of their political leanings, that government actions should take place in an open, transparent manner. Public sunlight limits the opportunities for corruption, theft, cronyism, backroom deal-making and other nefarious behaviors that trend toward despotism, and fosters instead some confidence of citizens in their government. Thus, over the … [Read more...] about Challengers Want Sunlight: Non-incumbent candidates more favorable toward transparency
Property Management: Working Hard for the Money
With an average vacancy rate of around 20 percent for commercial properties in Southern Nevada, commercial property managers say they must be ever more creative and tenacious in order to survive the recession that continues to pummel the state on a variety of fronts. Not only has Nevada had the country’s highest unemployment rate for a number of months, it now has the … [Read more...] about Property Management: Working Hard for the Money
Retail Summary: Second Quarter 2010
Las Vegas Vacancies remained relatively flat as average asking rents among anchored-retail centers continued their move downward during the second quarter of 2010. Reporting a vacancy rate of 10.4 percent at the close of the second quarter of 2010, vacancies were relatively stable compared to the previous quarter, but linger 0.2 … [Read more...] about Retail Summary: Second Quarter 2010
October 2010: Business Indicators
The U.S. economy continues to show signs of weakness, with a slowing recovery in second quarter 2010. The revised estimate for real GDP growth in second quarter was 1.6 percent at an annual rate, down substantially from the 3.7 percent figure for first quarter 2010. U.S. nonfarm employment fell by 54,000 jobs in August, marking the third straight month of decline. On a more … [Read more...] about October 2010: Business Indicators