Jim Mace, Esq., Glaser, Fink, Jacobs, Weil & Shapiro, LLP We seem to have highs and lows in our healthcare system. We should be proud of the great strides made by the Nevada Cancer Institute and are fortunate to have many highly qualified and caring physicians in our state. However, parts of the system seem to be failing as evidenced by the endoscopy center debacle and … [Read more...] about How would you rate the healthcare system in Nevada?
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What is the most important issue facing Nevada’s business community?
Charles Perry, executive director for Nevada Health Care Association The most important issue facing Nevada’s business community today is the state of the economy nationally. Our principal business is still the tourism, resort and gaming industry and its ability to attract visitors to the state. Patrick Wisman, vice chairman, president and CEO – Southwest USA Bank The … [Read more...] about What is the most important issue facing Nevada’s business community?
Do you feel Nevada’s economy will be stronger in the coming year?
Von Heinz, Partner, Lewis and Roca LLP, Las Vegas “The economic malaise that grips the country will impact Europe and Asia harder than anticipated and, in turn, make Nevada’s financial recovery even more challenging. Nevada businesses whose employees provide the highest quality work product and most meaningful service will best be positioned to survive a difficult … [Read more...] about Do you feel Nevada’s economy will be stronger in the coming year?
What single change would most improve Nevada’s educational system?
Dr. Fred Maryanski, President, Nevada State College, Henderson Our largest employers must deliver the message to our school children that a good education is essential for advancement and success. It’s easy to get a job, but you need an education to have a career. Leslie Parraguirre, Owner/Founder, Colours, Inc., Las Vegas Partnerships like the Clark County Public … [Read more...] about What single change would most improve Nevada’s educational system?
What’s your prediction on the housing market?
Boyd L. Erickson, Principal, Finnegan Erickson Associates, Henderson The housing market will rebound earlier than the rest of the country because of the opening of the mega resorts on the Strip – which will require more employees – resulting in the need for more housing. Amy Lessinger, Broker/Owner, RE/MAX Realty Affiliates, Reno The housing market has dropped about 23 … [Read more...] about What’s your prediction on the housing market?
Do you feel our “Sin City” image makes Nevada a tough place to raise kids?
Darren Hankel, Principal, Consultants in Marketing, Inc., Las Vegas “If you take a proactive role in parenting, you can instill core values and ethics that lead to a solid moral foundation. Even though my two daughters are young, I engage them in conversations so that I understand how they are interpreting the world we live in.” June Connelly, Executive Director, … [Read more...] about Do you feel our “Sin City” image makes Nevada a tough place to raise kids?