President and Managing Shareholder, Woodburn and Wedge, Attorneys and Counselors at Law Type of Business: Law Firm Based: Reno Hails from: Plainfield, NJ Years Co. has been in Nevada: 101Years with Company in Nevada: 38Employees with Company: 35 What was your first job? I was a dishwasher at a Mexican restaurant. If you could have dinner with any fictional … [Read more...] about John F. Murtha
Around the StateApril 2019
Coalition Forms to Match Employees to Available Jobs Over 40 public and private entities have joined to form the Career and Technical Education Messaging Coalition of Northern Nevada (CTE-MCNN). The coalition members represent diverse fields and expertise in Nevada. The coalition’s goal is to match potential employees with job and certificate opportunities. The coalition has … [Read more...] about Around the State
Commercial RE ReportRetail Summary: Fourth Quarter 2018
Northern Nevada By NAI Alliance The overall Northern Nevada economy continues to remain strong through the fourth quarter of 2018. However, there were some small setbacks in the overall and anchor space vacancy rates. The overall vacancy in the Reno/Sparks area increased to 12.33 percent from the previous quarter of 11.90 percent. There was a total gross absorption of … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Last WordWhat is the biggest change you’ve seen in business in the past five years?
Rebecca Freeman AVPSilver State Schools Credit Union “There have been a number of changes but what excites us is the proliferation of businesses across a variety of industries developing community outreach and service strategies and employees’ interest in their employer having one.” Tina Quigley General ManagerRegional Transportation Commission of Southern … [Read more...] about Last Word
Cushman & Wakefield Nevada Takes Commercial Leasing Operations to New Level with Appointment of Charles Van Geel
VanGeel brings unparalleled expertise to the Cushman & Wakefield table LAS VEGAS – Cushman & Wakefield (C&W) announced the addition of former American Nevada Company (ANC) commercial leasing executive, Charles Van Geel, as Director, Commercial Leasing, based in the firm’s Las Vegas office The Nevada native, raised on the ranches of Winnemucca and Fallon, brings … [Read more...] about Cushman & Wakefield Nevada Takes Commercial Leasing Operations to New Level with Appointment of Charles Van Geel
Peccole Ranch Makes Beautiful MusicWith Water Smart Rebate Program
As the Peccole Ranch Community Association (PRCA) began converting thirsty grass to water-efficient landscapes more than a decade ago, different areas within the community—flood channels, paseos, and greenbelts—began to harmonize like a symphony. “Instead of just pulling the grass off the walls, careful thought was given, within the restrictions of the 100-year flood … [Read more...] about Peccole Ranch Makes Beautiful Music
The 4-1-1 On Low-Income Housing Tax CreditsAnd Why A State Program Could Help
By Katie Coleman, Communications Director, Nevada Rural Housing Authority Housing: it’s not a long game or a short game. It’s a perpetual game. And if you talk to one of the many Nevadans who struggle with finding affordable housing, it’s no game at all. At Nevada Rural Housing Authority, we believe that life success starts with home, and because of the deeply impacting … [Read more...] about The 4-1-1 On Low-Income Housing Tax Credits
Mastering Land EntitlementsG.C. Garcia, Inc.
A strategic and knowledgeable approach to securing land entitlements streamlines the involved processes and augments returns-on-investment in commercial real estate development. Land entitlements are the cornerstone of land development. Yet, a deep well of patience is necessary to unravel the bureaucratic complexities and multifarious requirements. George Garcia, the … [Read more...] about Mastering Land Entitlements
Viva Less VaguenessNo More Awkward, Off-The-Rack Sizing with Custom Indochino Clothing
Fashion often comes with its limitations when trying to nail that perfect fit. After all, there are many of us out there who don't fall anywhere near 'small,' 'medium,' or 'large'. Luckily, made to measure apparel is a great alternative to give your style game a guaranteed boost. The problem? Custom clothing can cost a pretty penny. Enter Indochino, a menswear apparel brand … [Read more...] about Viva Less Vagueness
Industry FocusHuman Resources
In Nevada’s current, more prosperous economy, human resources (HR) and staffing agencies have been hard at work, trying to fill workforce gaps on both ends of the state. Recently, executives representing this busy industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss workforce in Nevada and the solutions they see to the shortages. Tarah … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Family Owned Businesses2019
Nevada Business Magazine, along with corporate sponsor Nevada State Bank and associate sponsor Eide Bailly, is honored to recognize and support family owned businesses across Nevada for their hard work. The Family Owned Business Awards began in 2010 as a way to recognize these families and the companies they’ve created. The event pays tribute to hard working Nevadans that are … [Read more...] about Family Owned Businesses
Rob Gaedtke
CEO & Creative Director, KPS3Type of Business: Full-service digital marketing, creative, advertising and PR agencyBased: Reno and Las VegasHails from: Stockton, California Years Company Has Been in Nevada: 27Years with Company in Nevada: 12Employees with Company: 25 What was your first job? My first job was a gymnastics instructor. I coached the boys competitive … [Read more...] about Rob Gaedtke
Around the StateMarch 2019
GOED Awards Grants to Revitalize Nevada Main Streets The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) has awarded almost $100,000 in grants to help fund six projects around the state to revitalize main streets. White Pine County, Gardnerville, Lovelock, Wells, Humboldt and Downtown Reno all received funds ranging from just over $1,500 to $35,000. The grants are … [Read more...] about Around the State
Commercial RE ReportOffice Summary: Fourth Quarter 2018
Northern Nevada By COLLIERS | RENO While 2018 was a strong year for the Reno office market, the return of large blocks of space ended the year on a negative note with negative net absorption of 79,018 square feet. As a result, vacancy pushed up to 11.8 percent from 11.0 percent in the third quarter. This was, however, lower than year end 2017 where it ended at 12.1 … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Last WordIf you were to teach a course in college, what would you teach?
Jess Horan CEO and FounderOriginal Cocktail Club “I would teach ‘Entrepreneurship’, my favorite course from college. I would love to inspire other young entrepreneurs to challenge themselves by taking risks and following their passion.” Kelly Gaines PresidentNevada Subcontractors Association “I would teach ‘Empathy’. Understanding the feelings of others gives … [Read more...] about Last Word