Nevada Regional President Las Vegas, NV Number of Employees: 14 Years in Nevada: 40+ Years with Company: 5 If you had an additional eight hours each day, what would you do with the extra time? I’d spend it with my family. I know we’re talking about professional achievement, yet if I looked at my whole life, I’d have to say that what I am most proud of, it would be my … [Read more...] about Robert A. Martin: BNY Mellon Wealth Management
Retail Summary: Third Quarter 2009
Las Vegas During the third quarter of 2009, the Las Vegas commercial retail market expanded as several pre-leased, user-specific buildings completed construction during the quarter. Overall, the market expanded by 516,300 square feet during the third quarter, bringing total retail inventory in anchored centers to 51.8 million square feet. Expansions during the quarter … [Read more...] about Retail Summary: Third Quarter 2009
January 2010: Business Indicators
The US economy began to pick up in the third quarter. Gross domestic product, the measure of all goods and services produced in the US, grew at a rate of 2.8 percent. This came after four straight quarters of contraction in the US economy. Although the National Bureau of Economic Research has yet to declare an end to the recession, most economists agree that the recession is … [Read more...] about January 2010: Business Indicators
What would make Nevada more business friendly?
“I recognize Nevada is already business friendly. Government is responsive and accessible. Continued infrastructure investment in technology, financing, workforce training, and transportation will lay the foundation for future business expansion. There exist many clever regional business support groups to help lead. Their efforts can be better synergized.” Russ Romine • … [Read more...] about What would make Nevada more business friendly?
Education: The Key to Nevada’s Future
“Building a strong economy is a collaborative effort of the public and private sectors, including all businesses and educational institutions.” Larry Mosley, Director for the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation “Nevada needs to refocus its view of education and secure top-down endorsement when it comes to advocating the importance of education,” … [Read more...] about Education: The Key to Nevada’s Future
Washington vs. The Chamber: The battle for free enterprise continues
The Obama administration is engaged in a pitched battle with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and the stakes couldn’t be higher: the hearts and minds of the American people, and the future of our country. The Chamber supported the bank bailout and the stimulus package, and went along with the nominees proposed by the new administration. However, the Democrats then proposed … [Read more...] about Washington vs. The Chamber: The battle for free enterprise continues
Economic Forecast 2010: Light at the End of the Tunnel?
As we prepare to close the book on 2009, we Nevadans find ourselves in a long, dark tunnel. Our unemployment rate is over 13 percent; only Michigan’s is worse. We have the highest deficits, and have experienced the greatest fall in personal income. Nevada’s foreclosure rates are the highest, and its homeowners the most under water. Moody’s Ratings calls Nevada’s recession the … [Read more...] about Economic Forecast 2010: Light at the End of the Tunnel?
Exit Strategy: When You’re Ready to Retire
Has the constant drumbeat of negative talk about the dismal state of the national and world economy made you fearful about coming to terms with your own state of affairs? Without a doubt, navigating these tricky waters takes a bit of doing now, especially when you may be contemplating retirement. For sure, retirement is a place without clear borders, although 83 percent of … [Read more...] about Exit Strategy: When You’re Ready to Retire
Industry Focus: Commercial Developers
Commercial development in Nevada is among the state’s hardest hit industries. The industry has been feeling the sting of the current economy and will continue to feel it even while other industries see a turn-around in their businesses. Recently, executives representing the commercial development industry met at the law offices of Holland & Hart in Las Vegas to discuss … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Commercial Developers
Back Pain at Work: Making Small Changes Can Have a Lifetime of Payoff
Whether a person works in an office, hospital or on a construction site, back pain can have a major impact on their career. Knowing the true source of back pain will ensure support through all of life’s heavy lifting. There are four main causes of back pain at work: staying still too long, repetitive movements, heavy lifting and fatigue. 1. Prolonged sitting or standing … [Read more...] about Back Pain at Work: Making Small Changes Can Have a Lifetime of Payoff
FTC’s Identity Theft Policy “Red Flag Rules” Will Catch Businesses Off Guard
Any business that has creditor relationships with customers will be faced with the burden to implement an identity theft prevention program or face a $3,500 fine from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). According to the FTC’s Red Flags Rule, which was originally to go into effect Nov. 1, but has been postponed until June 1, 2010, businesses must have a written identity theft … [Read more...] about FTC’s Identity Theft Policy “Red Flag Rules” Will Catch Businesses Off Guard
Safeguarding Your Work in a Not-So-Safe Environment: Focusing on the fundamentals can help keep your business data where it belongs – with your business
In an unpredictable economy, when a company’s revenue chart can closely resemble that of a roller coaster, most businesses are focused on efficient practices and establishing strong customer relationships. Other tasks, like protecting proprietary business data, are often neglected, but should remain top priorities. Threats to data are usually placed in one of two categories: … [Read more...] about Safeguarding Your Work in a Not-So-Safe Environment: Focusing on the fundamentals can help keep your business data where it belongs – with your business
Cary Richardson: Miles Construction
Vice President Business Operations Carson City, NV Number of Employees: 35 Years in Nevada: 10 Years with Company: 7 What inspired you to get into construction? My earliest memories are of standing on a wooden crate to reach my grandfather’s workbench. It was not a conscious decision to get into construction, it is simply who I am. How would you rate Carson … [Read more...] about Cary Richardson: Miles Construction
December 2009: Around the State
Wells Fargo and Wachovia to Combine Wells Fargo & Company plans to combine with Wachovia. In March of next year, Wachovia’s financial centers in Nevada will become Wells Fargo banking stores, pending regulatory approval. Small Business Owners Concerned Over Potential Tax Increase According to a study conducted by the Small Business Research Board in conjunction with … [Read more...] about December 2009: Around the State
Should Senator Harry Reid be Re-Elected? State Sen. Steven Horsford vs. Nancy Ernaut
State Sen. Steven Horsford is Majority Leader and argues that the answer is yes. When times are tough it helps to know you’ve got someone looking out for you – someone like Sen. Harry Reid. Reid has been a champion for Nevada throughout his career, and has passed important legislation to create and protect jobs, spur clean energy development and cut taxes for our state’s … [Read more...] about Should Senator Harry Reid be Re-Elected? State Sen. Steven Horsford vs. Nancy Ernaut