The transportation industry has experienced significant challenges in recent years. From a global pandemic that is still affecting the supply chain, to a declining workforce and issues in funding, the industry has seen its fair share of obstacles. And with changes in technology painting a future of autonomous cars and electronic vehicles, those challenges are not expected to go … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Patricia Lee
Partner at Hutchison & Steffen and Nevada Supreme Court, Seat FHutchison & Steffen Type of Business: LegalBased In: Las Vegas, NVHails From: Jeonju, South Korea Years Org. has been in Nevada: 26Years with Organization in Nevada: 20Employees in Nevada: 105 How did you get into your profession? After undergrad, I had the distinct honor of meeting and working … [Read more...] about Patricia Lee
Around the StateFebruary 2023
CCSD’s First Electric School Bus Begins Operations The Clark County School District (CCSD) has unveiled the first electric school bus in Nevada. The bus was purchased using grant funding from NV Energy and the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP). The district has the largest owned and operated school bus fleet in the nation and transports 125,000 students each … [Read more...] about Around the State
Commercial RE ReportIndustrial Summary: Fourth Quarter 2022
Northern Nevada By Angel Orozco, CBRE The Reno industrial market finished the quarter with strong market fundamentals, posting the thirteenth consecutive quarter of positive net absorption. The East Valley submarket remains the most sought out location in Reno for occupiers, posting 714,750 square feet (SF) of positive net absorption for the quarter. Average asking lease … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Business IndicatorsFebruary 2023
The third estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter of 2022 expanded by an annual 3.2 percent, up by 0.3 percent from the second estimate. While unsustainably strong net exports remained the main contributor to the real GDP gain, the upward revision also reflected larger-than-expected rise in consumer spending and a smaller-than-expected decline … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat do you love about your business?
Girair "Jerry" Goumroian FounderMeráki Greek Grill "What I love most about owning a restaurant chain is the opportunity to play a part in everyday guests' celebrations. Whether it be a birthday, anniversary or simply a dinner with family, we aim to make their time while dining with us exceptional. I also happen to be lucky enough to work with my family and … [Read more...] about Last Word
Industry FocusHealthcare
The healthcare industry is no novice to the spotlight. And while it is no longer burdened by a global pandemic, it is still an industry under fire as it grapples with challenges of access, affordability and maintaining a qualified workforce. Recently, healthcare executives met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to discuss these challenges with … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Melanie Stafford
Executive DirectorNevada Youth Soccer Association Type of Business: Non-profit governing body of youth soccer in the state of NevadaBased In: Las Vegas, NVHails From: Reno, NV Years Org. has been in Nevada: 43Years with Organization in Nevada: 02Employees in Nevada: 03 How did you get into your profession? I was an athlete growing up and wanted to end up in sports. … [Read more...] about Melanie Stafford
Around the StateJanuary 2023
Clark County Launches TEAP for Small Businesses Applications are now open for the Technical and Economic Assistance Program (TEAP), sponsored by the Clark County Office of Community and Economic Development in partnership with the National Development Council. The program provides eligible small business owners and nonprofits who were negatively impacted by the COVID … [Read more...] about Around the State
Commercial RE ReportThird Quarter 2022
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine, Dickson Commercial Group The third quarter saw a large decrease in overall commercial sales volume, with retail numbers decreasing in volume by nearly $70 million. There were 16 total sale transactions in Q3 2022, in comparison to last quarter’s 20, being the second highest in the last few years. In North Valleys, a strip mall shopping … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Business IndicatorsJanuary 2023
The second estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter of 2022 grew by an annual 2.9 percent, up by 0.3 percent from the advance estimate. The upward revision largely reflected a smaller- decline in business investment, but unsustainably strong net exports mainly drove the real GDP gain. U.S. nonfarm employment continued to increase, adding 263,000 … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat new habits are you bringing into the New Year?
Troy Reierson CEOBerkshire Hathaway Home Services Nevada Properties "Technology is an incredible tool when used as intended, however it has proven that it will never replace the power of a 3D relationship. This year is about being in person." Robin Lee Executive DirectorNevada State Apartment Association “Purpose! I’ll bring purpose to my activities. I’ll … [Read more...] about Last Word
The PPA Tour Brings Pickleball to the Next GenerationCourts, Equipment, and Instruction Given to Local Clark County Elementary School Students
The Professional Pickleball Association (PPA Tour) returned to Clark County on Wednesday this week to sponsor another elementary school’s pickleball program, this time at Vassiliadis Elementary School. As part of its efforts to bring pickleball to children, the PPA Tour sent out staff members and two of its top pros, AJ Koller and Lea Jansen, to hold a pickleball clinic for … [Read more...] about The PPA Tour Brings Pickleball to the Next Generation
Most Respected Leaders2022
Respect is earned, not given. That phrase holds true when applied to any of those in the inaugural class of Most Respected Leaders. Each of those featured have dedicated themselves to improving Nevada and have earned the respect of those around them. Comprised of decision makers and executives in Nevada, Most Respected Leaders are those that their … [Read more...] about Most Respected Leaders
Medical Education EvolutionThe Making of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine
Medical education in southern Nevada has had a rocky road to fruition, enduring several evolutions to get to where it is today. On seemingly the rockiest path of Nevada’s schools offering medical doctorates, which include Touro University, Roseman University and the UNR School of Medicine, is the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine which graduated its first class in … [Read more...] about Medical Education Evolution