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Last WordWhat is your Biggest Fear and How do you Overcome it?

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Scott Seastrand Vice PresidentWestern Elite“My cautions are to avoid panic by planning. The fear then is not being prepared enough for the certain changes in business or for the economic swings that naturally occur, or world events that impact all of us. I look ahead and around the corner and play out various changes in the business cycle so that I am able to plan for the … [Read more...] about Last Word

Maintaining Checks and BalancesSuper Majority Vote Requirement Ignored by Democrats

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In the final days of Nevada’s 80th Legislative Session, the Democrat majority in the Nevada State Senate and Assembly wielded their power to pass Senate Bill 551 (SB551) which raised Modified Business Tax (MBT) rates beyond their scheduled July 1, 2019 levels using a new simple majority voting threshold of 50 percent plus one vote. This vote was in direct conflict with the … [Read more...] about Maintaining Checks and Balances

Last WordWhat is Your Favorite Sport?

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Greg Nainani Senior VP of FinanceDesert Radiology “Mountain biking, hands downs. I mountain bike for the downhills which must be earned. Second, if I’m going to have a biking accident, it’s going to be on my terms and my fault.” Alice Ferguson General ManagerOpendoor Las Vegas “I love volleyball because it’s truly an all-season sport here in the valley. … [Read more...] about Last Word

Last WordWhat Do You Do When You’ve Hit a Wall, Metaphorically?

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Tennille K. Pereira, ESQ. Director Vegas Strong Resiliency Center “Daily self-care is important, and it’s something I practice and recommend gun violence survivors pursue. I enjoy working out and quietly reflecting outdoors. Eating healthy, tasty meals also helps me re-center.” Marisa Rodriguez President Latino Bar Association and Member of Weinberg, Wheeler, … [Read more...] about Last Word

Health Savings AccountsHow They Work, Their Benefits and What Employees Need to Know

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Health savings accounts (HSA) are unique, tax-advantaged accounts that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses. When an HSA combines with a high-deductible health plan (HDHP), employees see savings and tax advantages above and beyond what traditional health plans offer. So what do employees need to know to take advantage of these plans? First and foremost, in order to … [Read more...] about Health Savings Accounts

Last WordWhat is the Most Adventurous Thing You’ve Ever Done?

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Paul Sallach President All In Aviation “After Hurricane Katrina, I flew a load of saline IV bags to New Orleans for the relief effort. The National Guard lit the runway with Humvees as I landed, departing with barely enough fuel to return.” Elena Ledoux CEO Superb Maids and Chief Mommy & MommyGO Natural Energy Shots “The most adventurous thing I’ve … [Read more...] about Last Word

Taking StockEmployee Stock Ownership Plans

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More companies nationwide are realizing the value of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and how they benefit their business and their employees. ESOPs are a way for a business owner to transition the benefits of owning company stock to its employees. While ESOPs are popular in states with large populations like California, Texas and New York, and in states like … [Read more...] about Taking Stock

Last WordWhat Factor is Most Important to a Business’ Success?

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Scott Pruneau CEO ITS Logistics “In one word, Clarity. If you can achieve clarity on why you are in business, the market you serve, and how you create value for your stakeholders—your chances of success are very high.” Lori J. Raugust MAI, MRICS Senior Vice President | Valuation & Advisory National Team Leader – Gaming Newmark Knight Frank “The … [Read more...] about Last Word

Tech.Knowledge.MeNevada IoT Companies Attract International Attention

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The technology companies expanding operations into Nevada -- like Figure -- and those that have set up shop here and have then expanded to other states -- like Switch -- give Nevada a lot to be excited about these days. Nevada is even attracting attention from international players, like HopeRun, a Chinese Internet of Things (IoT) company that recently invested one million … [Read more...] about Tech.Knowledge.Me

Last WordWhat is the best place you’ve visited in Nevada, outside of Las Vegas or Reno?

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Anna Catlett Vice President of MarketingSouthwest Medical Associates / OptumCare “The Ruby Mountains are incredible for hiking and horseback riding. I love to visit Elko County with my family. I am proud to support rural counties through Medicine on the Move, a mobile healthcare center offering healthcare throughout rural Nevada, on behalf of OptumCare.” Kelli … [Read more...] about Last Word

Expert AdviceThree Things Company Administrations Wish They Knew About Their Employees

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Your employees are currently struggling with personal financial stress, which prevents them from working at maximum capacity. Sure you overhear your employees talking about their lives, but even though financial stress is a huge component, it’s not likely you’ll hear about it. Ninety percent of employees use work time to deal with personal financial issues. However, as their … [Read more...] about Expert Advice

Last WordWhat is the biggest change you’ve seen in business in the past five years?

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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

Expert AdviceRural Nevada Boom Presents New Challenges to Region

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Nevada communities have begun growing at a breakneck pace. In addition to an influx of new workers, we’ve been seeing an increase in the companies — and diversity of companies — relocating to regions across the state. Now that 2019 has begun, we can see growth households, population and employment has exceeded previous moderate estimates, and it appears there is more where … [Read more...] about Expert Advice

Last WordIf you were to teach a course in college, what would you teach?

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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

Vital SignsHealthy Nevada Project Statewide Initiative Seeks to Improve Population Health

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A project that began in 2016 through a partnership with Renown Health and the Desert Research Institute (DRI), Healthy Nevada has gained national attention for its approach to population health. The study involves harvesting DNA from a significant population, providing individuals with information on their health risks as well data to study population health issues and … [Read more...] about Vital Signs