“The 90’s. The shift in our world with the advent of the Internet, cell phones and MP3 music was transformative to our whole society. (I might buy Apple stock too.)” Stephen Ranck, AIA, LEED AP | Principal/Managing Director, Gensler “Turbulent 30’s pops out at me. The reason being is that tough times create BIG opportunities for those willing to swim against the tide. Also, … [Read more...] about If Decades Were to Repeat Themselves, Which One Would You Look Forward to Most?
A Paradigm Shift in Merchant Services Allow Retailers a 20% Revenue-Share on Their Customers Transaction Fees
With the advent of the October Liability Shift that transferred fraud liability from the credit card companies to all retailers who don’t upgrade to the latest EMV processing equipment, (chip readers) many business owners are now more concerned about fraud exposure than the actual cost of credit card transaction fees. This new reality inspired a gifted team of Merchant Services … [Read more...] about A Paradigm Shift in Merchant Services Allow Retailers a 20% Revenue-Share on Their Customers Transaction Fees
Industry Focus: Attorneys
Most industries have experienced an energetic pick up in business as the economy has recovered. Nevada law offices are enjoying an improved economy but are still facing their share of challenges. While clients continue to practice caution after the recession, numbers are showing improvement for lawyers in the Silver State. Top attorneys recently met at the Las Vegas office of … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys
Around the State: April 2016
Health Plan of Nevada and Southwest Medical launch “Medicine on the Move” United Healthcare’s Health Plan of Nevada and Southwest Medical have launced a portable doctor’s office called “Medicine on the Move”. The mobile medical center is designed to lower barriers to healthcare, such as transportation, child care, work obligations and the low number of primary care physicians … [Read more...] about Around the State: April 2016
Welcome to Nevada: April 2016
Cracker Barrel A national restaurant chain, Cracker Barrel has announced plans to open two locations in Las Vegas in late July. The locations will be located on Dean Martin Dr. and Craig Rd. They company celebrated a groundbreaking in early March. The restaurant expects to bring over 300 jobs to the area. Currently Cracker Barrel is headquartered in Tennessee with over 630 … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: April 2016
Movers & Shakers: Michael Silberling
Chief Executive Officer Affinity Gaming (5 years in NV) “Don’t let perfect get in the way of better.” Type of Business: Gaming | Hails from: Palo Alto, California | 2 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas How did you first get into your profession? My first elective course in college was probability and gambling which led to an interest in the gaming … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Michael Silberling
Red Report: April 2016
E Sale, Land ADDRESS SWC of Nellis Blvd. & Geist Ave., 89115 BUYER Millis Nellis, LLC SELLER Criswell Properties, LLC DETAILS 1.39 acres; $292,000 APN 140-17-611-011 BUYER’S REP Ben Millis and Chris Beets of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank SELLER’S REP Gary Burgher of Pro Commercial Real Estate, Inc. H Sale, Office ADDRESS 2811 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy., 89052 BUYER … [Read more...] about Red Report: April 2016
Retail Summary: Fourth Quarter 2015
Southern Nevada The Las Vegas Valley anchored retail vacancy rate rose slightly from 10.2 in Q3. 2015 to 10.3 percent in Q4, 2015. At the end of Q4, vacancy rates ranged from 7.5 percent in power centers to 11.2 percent in neighborhood centers. With the retail market just above the 10 percent stabilized rate and taxable retail sales at all-time highs, the Valley’s anchored … [Read more...] about Retail Summary: Fourth Quarter 2015
What’s Your Perfect Day?
“A perfect day is when I hear of a Leadership Henderson alumnus using the tools they received from our program to make a difference in our community. Seeing the impact of their efforts is a great feeling.” Natalie Buckel | Leadership Henderson Director, Henderson Chamber of Commerce “A perfect day on the job is when I have the opportunity to visit our job sites and … [Read more...] about What’s Your Perfect Day?
Industry Focus: Economic Development
Economic development continues to be an important priority for the Silver State. Many factors go into diversification including incentives for businesses, education and workforce training. And, while strides have been made in attracting new industries to the state, there is still a long way to go. Recently, leaders of economic development met at the Las Vegas office of City … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Economic Development
Red Report: March 2016
BC Sale, Motel ADDRESS 704 Nevada Hwy., 89005 BUYER Bal Gosal SELLER US Bankruptcy Trustee DETAILS 113 rooms; $13,363 per room APN 186-09-110-042 SELLER’S REP Charles Connors of Colliers International E Sale, Office ADDRESS 600 E. Charleston Blvd., 89104 BUYER Hellfire Media, LLC SELLER State Bar of Nevada DETAILS 10,711 SF; $1.4 million APN … [Read more...] about Red Report: March 2016
Around the State: March 2016
Business Confidence Rebounds According to the UNLV Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER), the Southern Nevada business confidence index, which is tracked by the center, increased by 6.6 percent on a quarterly basis. This is a rebound from the previous three straight quarters of decline. VEA Earns Cornerstone Award from Pahrump Valley Chamber The Pahrump Valley … [Read more...] about Around the State: March 2016
Welcome to Nevada: March 2016
Better World Books Founded in 2002, Better World Books has opened a 140,000 square foot distribution center in Reno. The company plans to hire 100 employees by the beginning of April. An online book store that carries over 8 million new and used book titles, the company supports literacy, libraries and education as well as environmental initiatives. Maverick Aviation … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: March 2016
Movers & Shakers: Helen Lidholm
CEO Saint Mary’s Health Network (108 years in NV) “Keep your eyes open for opportunities. Don’t be afraid to try something new.” Type of Business: Healthcare Network | Hails from: Skanor, Sweden | 9 year with company in Nevada | Based in: Reno How did you first get into your profession? I became a registered nurse in Sweden and worked in many different healthcare … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Helen Lidholm
Office Summary: Fourth Quarter 2015
Southern Nevada The Las Vegas Valley spec office vacancy rate in Q4, 2015 declined 0.1 points to 18.4 percent from Q3, 2015. Compared to Q4, 2014, the office vacancy rate is down 0.5 points, from 18.9 percent. Q4’s vacancy rate drop means that the Valley’s office market has improved for four straight quarters. Vacancy rates ranged from 13.3 percent for Class C space to 27.1 … [Read more...] about Office Summary: Fourth Quarter 2015