Reno, NV, March 18, 2020 —The Food Bank of Northern Nevada reminds the community that they will continue services to assist families facing food insecurity, as well as those who may experience new economic hardships as a result of recent closures due to the COVID-19 situation. With non-essential businesses closing, the Food Bank is aware that some residents may find a need for … [Read more...] about Food Bank of Northern Nevada Services to Remain Open
The Las Vegas Monorail Temporarily Suspends Service
LAS VEGAS (March 17, 2020) – Given the announcement by Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak this evening, the Las Vegas Monorail Company (LVMC) announces the system will temporarily suspend operations until further notice beginning at 12 p.m. tomorrow, March 18, 2020. “The health and safety of our visitors, fellow community members and employees is of the utmost importance during this … [Read more...] about The Las Vegas Monorail Temporarily Suspends Service
Industry FocusTransportation
Nevada’s transportation industry has come a long way in the past several years. However, industry leaders are still challenged with meeting the needs of increased populations and moving people and products more efficiently. Recently, executives representing transportation in Nevada met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss industry challenges. Connie … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Philippe Ziade
Founder and Chairman of the Board, Growth Holdings Type of Business: Real Estate, Development, Technology, Hospitality, Construction, Architecture, InvestmentBased: Las Vegas, NVHails from: Lebanon Years Company Has Been in Nevada: 22Years with Company in Nevada: 22Employees with Company: 150 “Connecting Minds and Creating the Future” What was your first job? I … [Read more...] about Philippe Ziade
Around the StateMarch 2020
Cure 4 the Kids and CCSD Debut Education Center The Cure 4 the Kids Foundation and the Clark County School District (CCSD) have partnered to open an education center. The center will help childhood cancer patients and others with catastrophic conditions maintain their educational progress during extended medical treatments. The center will be located in the same building as … [Read more...] about Around the State
Commercial RE ReportOffice Summary: Fourth Quarter 2019
Northern Nevada By Colliers International | Reno Office vacancy continued to decrease in Reno/Sparks, dropping to a very healthy 10.1 percent in the fourth quarter of 2019, down from 11.8 percent in the fourth quarter of 2018. After a sharp increase in vacancy in the first quarter of 2019, when it reached 13.1 percent, vacancy fell in every quarter thereafter. There … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Last WordWhat Business Book Would You Recommend to Others?
Victor Fuchs PresidentHelix Electric The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon “I highly recommend The Energy Bus by Jon Gordon. This book takes readers on an inspiring ride, re-enforcing the power of positivity and importance of teamwork, revealing the true accomplishments that both can lead to.” Michelle Bacigalupi Vice President & General ManagerJW Marriott Las … [Read more...] about Last Word
Kick off American Heart Month by celebrating National Wear Red Day® with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women®
Major Las Vegas landmarks to turn red on Friday, February 7th LAS VEGAS — The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives, together with its Go Red for Women movement, are asking you to wear red to support Go Red for Women tomorrow on National Wear Red Day: Friday, February 7, … [Read more...] about Kick off American Heart Month by celebrating National Wear Red Day® with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women®
Landscape UpgradesCreate New, Fresh Spaces
Steve Swanson knows a thing or two about beautiful, water-smart landscapes. As the former superintendent at three Red Rock Country Club golf courses, he helped transform 135 acres of grass bordering the course into attractive, yet drought-tolerant, landscape. “As water rates increased, we had to look at how to make this a viable business. It was an easy decision for us from … [Read more...] about Landscape Upgrades
MiT National Land Services Appoints Marco Antonio Walton as Director of Business Development for Nevada
New York commercial title agency, MiT National Land Services, announced today that Marco Antonio Walton, a well-known figure in the Las Vegas title industry, will join as Director of Business Development. In this role, he will spearhead the expansion of the brand into the Las Vegas market, the company’s first venture on the West Coast. Before joining MiT, Walton served as … [Read more...] about MiT National Land Services Appoints Marco Antonio Walton as Director of Business Development for Nevada
Sierra Nevada CollegeEntrepreneurship, The Arts, and Science at Altitude
Entrepreneurship is not about building companies. The concept that entrepreneurship is only about start-ups is melting faster than the Greenland Ice Sheet. One school, high in the Sierra Nevada, on the shores of a uniquely clear, blue, alpine lake, is about to double-down on this concept. Sierra Nevada College spent the last five decades building an educational structure … [Read more...] about Sierra Nevada College
Businesses Investing in Technologies, LandscapesSave Money and Water
An increasing number of businesses in Southern Nevada are participating in rebate incentive programs that reduce water use and pay dividends through smaller water bills and reduced operation costs. These companies are finding small changes can reap big savings when they take advantage of the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) rebate incentives for businesses. Chief … [Read more...] about Businesses Investing in Technologies, Landscapes
Promo Direct Becomes Official Sponsor For Henderson Chamber of Commerce & Las Vegas HEALS
Promo Direct , #1 rated promotional products store, has become an official sponsor for the Henderson Chamber of Commerce (HCC) and Las Vegas HEALS. The sponsorship deal involves free supply of promotional products and apparel that can be used by HCC and Las Vegas HEALS to gain more visibility and show appreciation to attendees at events. In return, Promo Direct stands to … [Read more...] about Promo Direct Becomes Official Sponsor For Henderson Chamber of Commerce & Las Vegas HEALS
Water System Renewal ProjectsHelp Maintain Community’s Prosperity
At first glance, the connection between an infrastructure replacement project in an established residential neighborhood and the profitability of nearby businesses is hard to see. However, like Southern Nevada’s largely invisible water distribution network, this connection is critical to the community’s well-being, including the tens of thousands of local business owners who … [Read more...] about Water System Renewal Projects
Solar America Releases Ratings for Top 5 Solar Companies
Las Vegas (August 28th 2019) Solar America, a free consumer resource rating solar companies based on public information as well as industry standards and best practices has released it's review of the Top 5 solar companies. Momentum Solar has been rated at #5 with a 6.8 review out of 10. They offer low or zero upfront costs, complimentary tree removal if needed and a … [Read more...] about Solar America Releases Ratings for Top 5 Solar Companies