Corporate Sponsor OPTUM - Caring Where You Are Our community is only as healthy as the people who live here. That’s why Optum works tirelessly for the total health of our families, friends and neighbors. This care doesn’t just happen in physicians’ offices, but also by giving back – through volunteering, social advocacy, corporate giving, charity safety nets … [Read more...] about Healthcare Heroes Southern Nevada
Kyle Rea
President of the Board of Directors NAIOP Northern Nevada and Chief Operating Officer Tolles Development Type of Business: Commercial Real Estate DevelopmentBased: RenoHails from: Reno Years Org. has been in Nevada: 7Years with Organization in Nevada: 7Employees in NV: 15 How did you get into your profession? My journey into the real estate industry began with a … [Read more...] about Kyle Rea
Around the StateSeptember 2023
Roseman University Receives Grant for Empowered The EMPOWERED program at Roseman University College of Medicine was awarded a two-year grant of $230,360 per year through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada. The grant will support the program to continue to help pregnant and post-partum women in their recovery from opioid use disorders. The fund was established in 2021 to … [Read more...] about Around the State
Business IndicatorsSeptember 2023
The advance estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for 2023 Q2 expanded by an annualized 2.4 percent, exceeding expectations that the economy would slow down due to higher-interest rates. The real GDP growth largely reflected a strong rebound in business investment as well as increases in consumer spending. Seasonally adjusted U.S. nonfarm employment added … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Commercial RE ReportOffice Summary Second Quarter 2023
Northern Nevada By Jordan Lehman, Colliers | Reno Reno’s office market experienced a mix of market fundamentals performance this quarter as it saw a notable decline in available sublease space and a continued slowdown in investment activity. For the first time since mid-2021, the total amount of available sublease space fell during the quarter. No longer more than … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Last WordWhat are your thoughts on artificial intelligence?
Brett Robillard Principal/Studio Director Gensler “AI is going to be a game-changer in many industries; however, we need to find a way to still be in control of the machines. That’s the danger, and it’s real. It’s go time!” Randy Miller Vice President/Principal Engineer Broadbent & Associates “AI reminds me of some past inventions that completely … [Read more...] about Last Word
Women to Watch 2023
Women leaders are unique in a number of ways. Facing challenges that differ significantly from their male counterparts, women in industry typically juggle an active family life with a busy business schedule. The women in the following pages put the "class" in the 2023 Class of Women to Watch. They are tenacious and powerful women who are leaders in their chosen … [Read more...] about Women to Watch 2023
Nevada Legislative UpdateThe 82nd Session
In 1964, the Beatles sang “(Money) Can’t Buy Me Love” – the 82nd session of the Nevada Legislature proved that the Beatles were definitely right. Newly-elected Governor Joe Lombardo (R) and a legislature controlled in both houses by Democrats, began the legislative session with the largest budget surplus on record. At the December meeting, the Economic Forum … [Read more...] about Nevada Legislative Update
Industry FocusArts & Culture
The arts and culture industry in Nevada is a growing one. And while the Silver State boasts many individual talented artists, the art community is establishing itself in ways never seen before in the state. However, art in Nevada is not without its challenges. When compared to more established states, the arts industry is fairly young in Nevada. The industry also is challenged … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Heather Engle
CEO Las Vegas Rescue Mission Type of Business: Non-ProfitBased In: Las VegasHails From: Carson City Years Org. has been in Nevada: 52Years with Organization in Nevada: 5Employees in Nevada: 48 How did you get into your profession? It gradually found me after I decided to make a professional change. I knew I wanted to help people who experienced some of the same … [Read more...] about Heather Engle
Around the StateAugust 2023
Transportation Projects Awarded Grants The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Washoe County is receiving $25 million in federal funding for the Lemmon Drive Improvements and Resiliency Project. The money is being awarded by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and is part of the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) … [Read more...] about Around the State
Commercial RE ReportIndustrial Summary Second Quarter 2023
Northern Nevada By Angel Orozco, CBRE The Reno industrial market is comprised of 108.3 million square feet (SF). The market has substantially grown over the last five years, adding over 20.5 million SF of new inventory. The construction pipeline remains plentiful, with a variety of projects totaling over 5.8 million SF currently underway and 13.9 million SF in various … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Business IndicatorsAugust 2023
The third estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for 2023Q1 grew by an annualized 2.0 percent, revised up by 0.7 percent from the second estimate reported last month. The real GDP’s upward revision mainly reflected stronger-consumer spending in services and exports, partly offset by downward revisions in business investment and federal government … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat is your favorite way to give back to the community?
Joe Herrera Broker/Co-FounderJoe Taylor Group at REAL Broker “Without a doubt, my favorite way to give back is to local charities who feed those in need. My favorite quote is ‘There, but by the grace of God go I’, a reminder that given similar circumstances, I would need help instead of the other way around. Charities like Three Square Food Bank provide amazing … [Read more...] about Last Word
Industry FocusBankers
From the recent COVID pandemic that resulted in a changed workforce, to rising interest rates and an overall lack of trust in the industry, bankers have had a front row seat to a dynamic market. These challenges have resulted in bankers becoming more focused and client centered. Recently, bankers met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus