RENO – The Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) named longtime Reno REALTOR Kevin Sigstad as its 2015 Nevada REALTOR of the Year for his continued service to the statewide association, the real estate profession and his community. National Association of REALTORS (NAR) First Vice President Elizabeth Mendenhall presented the award to Sigstad while attending NVAR’s recent … [Read more...] about NVAR Honors Kevin Sigstad as its REALTOR of the Year for 2015
CALV Names Hayim Mizrachi as its Member of the Year
LAS VEGAS – The Commercial Alliance Las Vegas named local commercial real estate executive Hayim Mizrachi its CALV Member of the Year for 2015. Mizrachi received the award during the 10th annual CALV Symposium for commercial real estate professionals held Sept. 11 at the Gold Coast hotel-casino. “Hayim has demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication and service to … [Read more...] about CALV Names Hayim Mizrachi as its Member of the Year
Hospitality Industry Leaders Launch New Certified Hotel Concierge (CHCSM) Credential
LAS VEGAS - The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) with Les Clefs d’Or USA and the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) officially launch the newly created Certified Hotel Concierge (CHCSM) credential, which is the result of their joint efforts to establish a global professional standard for hotel concierges. The creation of the new credential … [Read more...] about Hospitality Industry Leaders Launch New Certified Hotel Concierge (CHCSM) Credential
GLVAR Reports Local Home Sales, Prices Continue to Climb Steadily from Last Year
LAS VEGAS – Local home sales and prices continued to post healthy gains in August compared to the same time last year, according to a report released Wednesday by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR). GLVAR reported the median price of homes sold through its Multiple Listing Service during August was $220,000, unchanged from July and up 10.0 percent from … [Read more...] about GLVAR Reports Local Home Sales, Prices Continue to Climb Steadily from Last Year
Park Place Infiniti Partners with The Adoption Exchange to Help Kids Find Safe, Loving Homes
LAS VEGAS – Park Place Infiniti is proud to announce that it will again be the official “Park Place” sponsor of The Adoption Exchange’s upcoming “Monopoly Tournament” fundraiser from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Palace Station Hotel and Casino, 2411 W. Sahara Ave. The Adoption Exchange, a nonprofit organization, serves as the connection between children who … [Read more...] about Park Place Infiniti Partners with The Adoption Exchange to Help Kids Find Safe, Loving Homes
Elite Business Advisors Earn Prestigious CEPA Designation
LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas-based CPA firm JW Advisors Partner Chris Wilcox and Southwest based wealth management firm Miller Russell Associates Partner Russell Bucklew recently earned the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation after completing the Institute’s intensive CEPA executive style MBA program at the University of San Francisco. Wilcox and Bucklew join an elite … [Read more...] about Elite Business Advisors Earn Prestigious CEPA Designation
Report from the Private Bank by Nevada State Bank Highlights State of Public Education in Nevada
LAS VEGAS – The Private Bank by Nevada State Bank released the 23nd edition of its High Net Worth Report series. The topic of this edition is public education in the state. It includes summaries of key laws passed this year during the legislative session in Carson City and a guest column by Susie Lee, board chair of Communities In Schools of Nevada, a nonprofit organization … [Read more...] about Report from the Private Bank by Nevada State Bank Highlights State of Public Education in Nevada
Project 150 Hosts Sept. 3 Open House: Charity Unveiling New 8,000-Square-Foot Warehouse and Betty’s Showroom
LAS VEGAS – With more than 2,100 homeless high school students in the Las Vegas Valley, many of whom don’t have basic necessities to start the school year, Project 150 is expanding to meet the growing need for its services. To show just how Project 150 helps local teens in need, it is holding an open house from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3, at its new building at … [Read more...] about Project 150 Hosts Sept. 3 Open House: Charity Unveiling New 8,000-Square-Foot Warehouse and Betty’s Showroom
GLVAR Elects New Officers, Board for 2016
LAS VEGAS – The Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR) has announced the results of its annual election of officers and board members, with local REALTORS Scott Beaudry serving as 2016 president and David J. Tina serving as 2016 president-elect. GLVAR members voted from Aug. 13 through Aug. 27, electing the following officers and directors to lead Southern … [Read more...] about GLVAR Elects New Officers, Board for 2016
Nevada Association of REALTORS Hires Former Judge Jim Van Winkle
RENO – The Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) has hired longtime local attorney and former Reno Municipal Court Judge Jim Van Winkle to help NVAR members throughout the state by staffing NVAR’s legal information line. NVAR CEO Teresa McKee said the association is honored to have Van Winkle working for NVAR on a part-time basis to help Nevada REALTORS who call the legal … [Read more...] about Nevada Association of REALTORS Hires Former Judge Jim Van Winkle
Nevada State Bank Names Enrique Jimenez Branch Manager
FALLON, Nev. – Nevada State Bank has named Enrique Jimenez branch manager of its Fallon branch, where he will oversee branch staff, client services and banking operations. Bilingual in Spanish and English, Jimenez joined Nevada State Bank as a professional banker in 2013. He was quickly promoted through several branch positions including new accounts banker and most recently … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Names Enrique Jimenez Branch Manager
Nevada State Bank Hosts Webinar “Retirement Planning for Business Owners”
LAS VEGAS – The word “retirement” can be daunting, and business owners face unique challenges, no matter their age or how successful they have been in their career. For a discussion on this topic, Nevada State Bank presents a free webinar, “Retirement Planning for Business Owners,” on Thursday, Sept.10, at 9 a.m. Pacific Time. To register, the public can visit … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Hosts Webinar “Retirement Planning for Business Owners”
Former Clark County Commissioner Bruce Woodbury to Join Local Real Estate Gurus for Sept. 11 Panel Discussion Highlighting CALV Symposium
LAS VEGAS – Former Clark County Commissioner Bruce Woodbury will join a lively panel discussion by local real estate gurus highlighting a commercial real estate symposium being presented Sept. 11 by the Commercial Alliance Las Vegas (CALV). CALV is hosting its 10th annual Commercial Alliance Educational Symposium from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, at the Gold … [Read more...] about Former Clark County Commissioner Bruce Woodbury to Join Local Real Estate Gurus for Sept. 11 Panel Discussion Highlighting CALV Symposium
B&P Hires Art Director and Promotes Associate Creative Director
LAS VEGAS - B&P Advertising, Media and Public Relations has hired Philipp Batallia as an art director and promoted Shannon Sarver to the post of associate creative director. “We are thrilled to have Philipp join our team,” B&P President Chuck Johnston said. “As an art director with experience in digital design, he provides our already incredibly talented team even … [Read more...] about B&P Hires Art Director and Promotes Associate Creative Director
Nevada State Bank Names Andrew Chewning Retail Market Sales Manager
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank has named Andrew Chewning retail market sales manager. Chewning will support the Southern Nevada region managers and branch teams in implementing processes and practices that enhance customer service and company growth. Chewning brings more than 12 years of banking experience to this position, and has served in various management roles for the … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Names Andrew Chewning Retail Market Sales Manager