Nevada transportation agencies have positive changes in the works. From smart cars that communicate to improved safety and increased sustainability, the agencies are driving Nevada’s future in positive ways. “In Southern Nevada, the RTC (Regional Transportation Commission) has public transportation and traffic technology under its umbrella, and it’s the metropolitan planning … [Read more...] about Smart Moves: The Future of Transportation in Nevada
Healthcare Check-Up: Nevada’s Hospitals
Nevada’s population is growing as new businesses locate in the state, and existing businesses expand. As the population increases, it’s also shifting. Along with the rest of the nation, the state’s population is aging. At the same time, with the addition of new and startup businesses, millennials are locating within the state. To meet the different needs of varying … [Read more...] about Healthcare Check-Up: Nevada’s Hospitals
The Business of Art: Nevada’s Cultural Scene
Twenty years ago, Nevada’s arts and culture sector was not a huge economic driver. Organizations were forming. Audiences were being sought. “There’s a group of us in this community, and in Reno, too, who all started out on the ground level, and there’s been this evolution of arts and culture [in the state],” explained Jeri Crawford, president and CEO of the Las Vegas … [Read more...] about The Business of Art: Nevada’s Cultural Scene
Higher Learning: Education in Nevada
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is in the process of becoming a true system as Nevada’s educational climate shifts to meet the needs of Nevada citizens and businesses. Those needs are creating a change from individual institutions working alone to meet those needs to a system of institutions working together. “There’s quite a bit that’s new in higher education,” … [Read more...] about Higher Learning: Education in Nevada
Henderson Takes Flight
It’s the second largest city in the state, but when Henderson residents talk about their city, they talk about community. As a community, Henderson has created a strategic plan to guide growth, looking ahead 20 to 30 years to make sure it’s still a city residents love. People who live in Henderson talk about the active lifestyle, entrepreneurial drive, outdoor recreation, … [Read more...] about Henderson Takes Flight
Build-To-Suit, Spec, Flex: Nevada’s Industrial Real Estate Industry Has It All
Industrial real estate isn’t static. Buildings are constructed, leased up and absorbed, vacancy rates fall and climb again, buildings constructed for one purpose end up serving another. Everything varies with the cycle of the economy. Industrial real estate itself is a microcosm view of the industries using it. The Nevada Market In Nevada, indicators point to continued … [Read more...] about Build-To-Suit, Spec, Flex: Nevada’s Industrial Real Estate Industry Has It All
Banking on Nevada: Nevada Financial Institutions by the Numbers
Nevada’s Financial Institutions Division (FID) maintains and supervises Nevada’s banking industry. According to FID, the industry is growing stronger. Some of the positive indicators include loan concentrations – those concentrations that indicate what loan growth is, what loan activity is actually taking place, and whether individual banks have too large a concentration in … [Read more...] about Banking on Nevada: Nevada Financial Institutions by the Numbers
Las Vegas Reinventing a Strong Future: Open for Business
As one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the country, it’s no surprise Las Vegas has a strong economic engine. A creatively strong economy, Las Vegas is blending new technology with existing infrastructure, from the downtown Innovation District to the Smart Cities Initiative. Historically, the city has been a strong economic engine but, “The recession was a … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Reinventing a Strong Future: Open for Business
Generation Innovation: Technology Advances Nevada Economy
New, existing and relocating technology companies are making Nevada home in both metro and rural areas, bringing innovation across the board. So far, specific technology clusters have not developed. Nevada is seeing everything from bioscience to construction and telecommunications to entertainment. “In a lot of cities you have a sector that’s doing well or a place where it’s … [Read more...] about Generation Innovation: Technology Advances Nevada Economy
Financial Foundations: Funding Commercial Real Estate in Nevada
Nevada’s commercial real estate industry is growing again. New projects are underway, both sales of existing buildings and those under construction. “We’re definitely seeing a large increase in our loan volume over the last several months,” said Debra Alexandre, president, Nevada State Development Corp. “It’s looking much better than it has since the recovery began. We’re … [Read more...] about Financial Foundations: Funding Commercial Real Estate in Nevada
Taking Nevada to the World: Globalization and Nevada’s Place in the International Market
Dublin, Ireland, Santiago, Chile, Poland and Germany are just some of the places you can buy Nevada-made items. Nevada products aren’t just for Nevadans anymore and Nevada companies aren’t just thinking local – they’re taking their products around the world. At the same time, foreign companies are looking to operate in Nevada, bringing new jobs to the state. “Nevada … [Read more...] about Taking Nevada to the World: Globalization and Nevada’s Place in the International Market
Blueprint for Evolution: Economic Development in North Las Vegas
Cities evolve. They follow distinct life cycles as economic conditions change. For the past three years the City of North Las Vegas has experienced a renaissance, and economic development is the driver igniting the growth. Through innovative programs and streamlined processes, North Las Vegas is creating opportunities for investors, developers and residents who want … [Read more...] about Blueprint for Evolution: Economic Development in North Las Vegas
CCIM: The Power of the Pin
The CCIM Institute – Certified Commercial Investment Member Institute – celebrates five decades as a professional organization this year. Representing a global community of 13,000 members, more than 50 chapters and 30 countries, CCIM educates and connects the world’s leading experts in investment strategy, financial and market analysis. As the national CCIM Institute … [Read more...] about CCIM: The Power of the Pin
Covering Your Assets: Commercial Real Estate Title Insurance in Nevada
Commercial title insurance protects buyers and investors against loss if a problem arises with their non-residential transaction. Coverage protects against loss for the owner and the lender if there’s a problem with the title. Commercial real estate title insurance covers apartments and office buildings, retail development and industrial facilities, investors, … [Read more...] about Covering Your Assets: Commercial Real Estate Title Insurance in Nevada
Beyond The Basics: Education in Nevada
Education is critical to Nevada’s workforce, economy and lifestyle. But Nevada’s public education ranks at or near the bottom of national rankings, and only 30 percent of Nevadans hold post-secondary education degrees or certificates. In the K-12 system, rankings are created from more indicators than simply academic, according to Traci Davis, superintendent, Washoe … [Read more...] about Beyond The Basics: Education in Nevada