Time after time, I encounter companies whose best intentions for new system upgrades, revamped strategic direction or new mission implementation are thwarted due to the lack of a sound, end-to-end change management plan. Applicable to organizations across every industry and in every location around the world, successful change management requires both accountable leadership and … [Read more...] about Collaboration
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Around the StateFebruary 2022
UNR and SNU Acquisition Proposal Approved The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) has been approved to acquire Sierra Nevada University (SNU) by the executive committee of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The committee noted that the transaction, “will allow for continued long-term growth and financial stability,” for Nevada. The acquisition must now be … [Read more...] about Around the State
Economic OutlookNobody Knows Nuthin’
Before COVID and lockdowns, the economy settled into a normalcy after the Great Recession of 2007-09. It was a unique time with record low interest rates and unprecedented Federal Reserve money printing. But monthly indicators moved along trend lines without great drama or many discontinuities, and we seemed to be in a new steady state of normalcy. So, in the 2018 Nevada … [Read more...] about Economic Outlook
Kurt Hoge
PresidentReno Type Type of Business: Printing, Mailing, Promotional Products and Direct MarketingBased: Reno, NVHails From: Reno, NV Years Co. has been in Nevada: 43Years with Company in Nevada: 27Employees with Company: 14 How did you get into your profession? I started off in my middle-school darkroom and wound up as photography editor of the Nevada … [Read more...] about Kurt Hoge
Commercial RE Report: Industrial SummaryQ4 2021
Northern Nevada By Angel Orozco and Garrett Shutt, CBRE The Reno Industrial market has experienced exponential growth throughout 2021. The region has consistently been a target for large corporate manufacturing and distribution sites, but the pandemic has sky rocketed demand with no signs of stopping. The lack of Class A and B product in the market, led to a rise in … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report: Industrial Summary
Business IndicatorsFebruary 2022
The “third” estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter of 2021 equaled 2.3 percent at an annual rate, which was revised up by 0.2 percent from the prior estimate. The revision largely reflected upward adjustments in consumer spending and private inventory investment. Overall, the lower growth rate in the third quarter was primarily caused by a … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat Is Your Most Prized Possession?
Ann Silver Chief Executive OfficerThe Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce “My grandmother’s strand of pearls that I only wear on special occasions.” Dwayne R. EshenbaughAIA, NCARB, LEED AP Founder & PresidentNOVUS Architecture + Interiors “My most prized possession is my education. While it technically culminated in 1997 with a master’s degree in … [Read more...] about Last Word
Voluntary BenefitsA Possible Solution for Employers and Employees
For those who may not have valued voluntary benefits prior to the pandemic, there has been a notable paradigm shift. Voluntary benefits are defined for a business as services or goods that an employer offers. These are typically offered at a discounted rate but are paid, either fully or partially, by the employee. They are sometimes also referred to as supplemental insurance or … [Read more...] about Voluntary Benefits
Around the StateJanuary 2022
Superintendent Reaches Agreement with School Board In November, the Clark County School Board voted to reverse its decision to rescind Superintendent Jesus Jara’s contract with the district. Last month, the board and Jara reached an agreement for him to continue as superintendent with a statement that they, “will continue striving for a more collaborative, respectful and … [Read more...] about Around the State
Let’s Define BetterThe Damage the Build Back Better Bill Would Do
Key arguments supporting President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better (BBB) tax-and-spend bill have been thoroughly debunked, including some in this space last month. So, let’s examine the major damage it would do to see why Nevada’s congressional representatives should oppose it. Its problems start with misrepresentations by proponents of the facts. Their most outrageous claim … [Read more...] about Let’s Define Better
Holly Silvestri
Principal/Co-OwnerThe Ferraro Group Type of Business: Public Relations and Public AffairsBased In: Las Vegas, NVHails From: San Diego, CA Years Co. has been in Nevada: 18Years with Company in Nevada: 14Employees with Company: 23 What was your first job? In high school, I worked in a sports clothing store and warehouse. I was always climbing high ladders in the back … [Read more...] about Holly Silvestri
Commercial RE Report Retail SummaryThird Quarter 2021
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine & Amanda Brierton, Dickson Commercial Retail had another strong quarter with Q3 total sales being $28.32 million and 10 total sales. The average price per square foot in the third quarter was $200. The first neighborhood center traded hands in the third quarter of 2021. The market has limited inventory and single tenant net leased … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report Retail Summary
Business IndicatorsJanuary 2022
The “second” estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter of 2021 grew 2.1 percent at an annual rate, which was revised up by 0.1 percent from the previous estimate. The upward revision primarily reflected largerthan-expected consumer spending and private inventory investment. Overall, the disappointing growth in the third quarter largely reflected a … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat are your hopes for the New Year?
Dr. Ali Nairizi Board Certified Interventional Pain Specialist and AnesthesiologistReno-Tahoe Pain Associates and United Pain Urgent Care “I hope the urgent pain care concept will become an accepted and integrated part of our healthcare system. It’s imperative that we address acute injuries upfront to reduce opioid misuse and abuse while removing the stigma associated … [Read more...] about Last Word
Jeff FrameAIA, NCARB
PrincipalFrame Architecture, Inc. Type of Business: Architecture & Interior DesignBased In: Reno, NVHails From: Carson City, NV Years Co. has been in Nevada: 20Years with Company in Nevada: 20Employees with Company: 7 How did you get into your Profession? I always appreciated the effort and thought needed for building design. Architecture was plan A, there … [Read more...] about Jeff Frame