Cathy Brooks CEOThe Hydrant Club “Don’t think about speaking to the entirety of an audience. Instead pick a person in the crowd and talk directly to them.” Adam Malan DirectorLogic Commercial Real Estate “The best way to overcome the fear of public speaking is to take any opportunity to publicly speak. You will improve and become more comfortable the more … [Read more...] about Last Word
Industry FocusCPAs
Accountants are among the most respected professionals in Nevada for their expertise and steady guidance. As businesses face turbulent times, this industry is working hard to stay on top of changing tax laws and implications for businesses with some of the new grants and loans available. Recently, CPA executives from across the state came together for a virtual … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Rob L. Smith
President, Montane Building Group, Inc. Type of Business: Construction ContractorBased: Reno, NVHails from: Simi Valley, CA Years Co. has been in Nevada: 8Years with Company in Nevada: 8Employees with Company: 13 What career advice would you give to your teenage self? I would tell myself, “Do not be afraid of stepping off the trail; you will find your way.” I would … [Read more...] about Rob L. Smith
Commercial RE ReportRetail Summary: First Quarter 2020
Northern Nevada By Dickson Commercial Group Retail sales have been up and down quarter by quarter for some time. Q1 was down by 50 percent from Q4 but volume overall was consistent with averages when looking at the last 12 months. Two major deals made up over 55 percent of the total volume for the quarter which helped keep the numbers up. The first quarter had a … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Last WordWhat have you Missed Most During Nevada’s Shutdown?
Michele Rothstein Owner and CEOBalloons with a Twist “I miss spending quality time with friends and family. I will never again take for granted going out to dinner, seeing a live show or even attending a networking event. I am definitely an extrovert!” Rob Jensen Founder and PresidentRob Jensen Company “I’ve missed face-to-face conversations. We cancelled … [Read more...] about Last Word
Legal Elite 2020The Silver State’s Top Attorneys
Now in its thirteenth year, Legal Elite is an annual list showcasing Nevada attorneys who have been recognized by their associates for their work and dedication to the legal field. Polling began in mid-February and nearly 4,500 nominations were submitted by licensed attorneys in the state. Each submission then went through an extensive verification process resulting in the top … [Read more...] about Legal Elite 2020
Industry FocusArts & Culture
An industry that depends upon having an audience, arts and culture organizations have been hit particularly hard by the community effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, those in this industry are known for their creativity and are already finding ways to adapt and continue to serve Nevadans. Recently, arts and culture executives came together for a virtual roundtable … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Mike Campion
Director of Branches, SCE Federal Credit Union Type of Business: Financial Services/BankingBased: Southern NevadaHails from: Houston, TX Years Co. has been in Nevada: 8Years with Company in Nevada: 5Employees with Company: 20 What was your first job? I did paper delivery for the Houston Post (a newspaper) and then worked at a hot dog shop through high school. … [Read more...] about Mike Campion
Last WordWhat is your Favorite Movie?
Ryan Bowen OwnerLa Paloma Funeral Service “When I was 12, my grandma took me to see ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’. It was the first movie I can remember going to see indoors, and I was immediately transported to another world.” Tracey Oliver Executive DirectorSierra Arts Foundation “’Midnight in Paris’. Who doesn’t need brilliant artists right now? After all, … [Read more...] about Last Word
Industry FocusBrokers
As Nevada businesses work to adjust to a rapidly changed world, executives in commercial brokerage see a multitude of changes to their industry. From tenant and landlord to bankers, brokers are involved in nearly every aspect of the commercial real estate industry and are working to advise their clients moving forward in a post-COVID world. Recently, brokerage executives … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Family Owned Businesses 2020
Nevada State Bank is proud to join Nevada Business Magazine in celebrating the accomplishments of the 2020 Family Owned Business award finalists. Although each family business is unique, successful companies share qualities like perseverance, ingenuity, teamwork and community service – qualities exemplified by the businesses featured this year. This year will long be … [Read more...] about Family Owned Businesses 2020
George Garcia
Founder, GC Garcia, Inc. Type of Business: Planning & Development ServicesBased: Henderson, NVHails from: Chicago, IL Years Co. has been in Nevada: 25Years with Company in Nevada: 25Employees with Company: 7 What was your first job? Washing dishes in an all-you-can-eat restaurant. What career advice would you give to your teenage self? Find what … [Read more...] about George Garcia
Around the StateMay 2020
Students in Need of Technology According to the Public Education Foundation, as many as one-third of the 320,000 families In the Clark County School District (CCSD) lack access to computers, the internet or their teachers. The CCSD estimates that approximately 120,000 Chromebooks are needed for students participating in distance learning. Recently a Las Vegas-based software … [Read more...] about Around the State
Commercial RE ReportIndustrial Summary: First Quarter 2020
Northern Nevada By CBRE Reno Strict stay-at-home orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic are leading the U.S. economy into a recession with a very sharp GDP decline in for Q1 2020. However, the unique nature of this downturn could result in an unusually swift economic recovery that may begin as early as Q3 2020. Prior to the pandemic, the Reno industrial market began to … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Last WordHow Do You Stay Productive While Remote Working?
Lora Fudale CEO and PresidentFudale Destination Management “Establish a morning routine and stick to it! Simply making yourbed entices you to accomplish more during the day. Designate a separate workspace to minimize distractions and stay focused.” Rick Benbow Regional Vice PresidentWGU “Keep your routine of getting ready for work; find a space in your home … [Read more...] about Last Word