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ReD ReportRetail Summary: Second Quarter 2025
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine, Dickson Commercial As we moved through Q2 2025, retail investment in Washoe County saw a notable surge, with transaction volume reaching over $75 million and marking a strong increase from the previous quarter. Single-tenant sales in Washoe County remained strong through Q2 2025, accounting for 76.47% of total retail transaction volume for … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsOctober 2025
Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annualized rate of 3.3 percent in the second quarter of 2025, supported by consumer spending and a decline in imports following recent surges in anticipation of tariffs. U.S. nonfarm employment added only 22,000 jobs in August, remaining nearly flat since April. Employment only rose 0.9 percent from last year. The unemployment … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordHow Do You Utilize AI?
Patrick Lindsey Senior Vice President and General Manager Las Vegas Motor Speedway “With AI, we are creating an efficient process that identifies potential new clients, as well as implementing a fan-facing AI Agent to provide support and ease the workload for account executives during busy event times.” Patricia Salkin JD, PhD Provost and Chief Academic Officer Touro … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Leon F. Mead, II
Senior Partner Mead Law Group Type of Business: Law Firm Based in: Las Vegas Hails from: Southern California Years Org. has been in Nevada: 9 Years as an Attorney in Nevada: 30 Employees in NV (approx.): 03 How did you get into your profession? A friend who was an attorney asked for help reviewing documents. As we worked together on her cases, she saw something … [Read more...] about Leon F. Mead, II
ReD ReportOffice Summary: Second Quarter 2025
Northern Nevada By Reed Backstrom, Colliers Reno Despite a slight decline into negative absorption in the first quarter, Reno's office market demonstrated a modest recovery in the second quarter, indicating signs of stabilization and a return to positive demand. Submarkets with a larger inventory of Class A properties continued to experience growth in rents and an increase … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsSeptember 2025
Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annualized rate of 3.0 percent in the second quarter of 2025. The gain was driven by consumer spending and falling imports, which had surged in the prior quarter ahead of anticipated tariffs. Seasonally adjusted U.S. nonfarm employment only added 73,000 jobs in July, with revisions showing 258,000 fewer jobs than previously … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Teacher Changed Your Life?
Dr. Jeff Murawsky Chief Medical Officer HCA Healthcare Far West Division “As an intern, my clinical professor Dr. Fahey said, ‘Write down your questions in your little book, look them up in the big book of medicine, and build your knowledge.’ That guidance sparked lifelong learning.” Marcie Smedley Executive Director Henderson Libraries “My elementary school … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Around the StateAugust 2025
Clark County Alerts on New Scam Clark County recently sent an alert reminding Nevadans that the county clerk does not issue citations. This is in response to a fraudulent notice that some received requiring payment to the court. The notice reads "Failure to Appear" with a citation amount. Land Lease for Children’s Hospital Finalized Intermountain Health, The Gardner … [Read more...] about Around the State
Overburdened and OverlookedNew Laws Restricting Nevada Businesses
By Anahit Baghshetsyan and Geoffrey Lawrence Nevada Policy Research Institute The 83rd legislative session of the Silver State concluded in June with over 500 bills getting signed into law by Gov. Joe Lombardo. In the fast-paced four months of Carson City action, seemingly small potential new business burdens were frequently in the background. For Nevada business leaders, … [Read more...] about Overburdened and Overlooked
ReD ReportIndustrial Summary: Second Quarter 2025
Northern Nevada By CBRE Research The Reno industrial market was comprised of approximately 116 million SF at the close of Q2 2025. There were three new industrial buildings delivered to the market in Q2 2025, totaling 557,785 SF The construction pipeline had 1.9 million SF underway with another 15.8 million SF in various planning stages. The overall average asking lease … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsAugust 2025
Real gross domestic product (GDP) decreased at an annualized rate of 0.5 percent in the first quarter of 2025. This decline was primarily due to a surge in imports ahead of anticipated tariffs and a decrease in government spending, which was partially offset by increased investment and consumer spending. Seasonally adjusted U.S. nonfarm employment increased by 1.1 percent … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Is the Most Rewarding Aspect of Your Job?
Pearce Dermody Senior Vice President Dermody “I’m humbled by the opportunity to walk alongside those who shaped this company—my father, the executive leadership and the regional teams. Every day, I’m grateful for the chance to earn my place among them.” Brianna McCullough President Revenue Media Group “Watching so many bold business ideas take shape across Southern … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Notice to Nevada EmployersRetirement Plan Becomes Mandatory
Carolyn Sadler-Spoletini COO and Compliance Officer for ManagedPAY Nevada Employers may or may not be aware of upcoming changes that are mandatory for their employees. In the 2023 legislative session SB 305 passed and is now becoming effective September 1, 2025 (originally 07/01/2025). The bill requires Nevada employers with six or more employees to either provide their own … [Read more...] about Notice to Nevada Employers
Wael Eid
CEO MDmeals Type of Business: Medical/ nutrition Based in: Las Vegas Hails from: Las Vegas Years Org. has been in Nevada: 03 Years with Organization in Nevada: 03 Employees in NV (approx.): 05 How did you get into your profession? As a physician, my work has centered on treating patients after they’ve become ill. However, I’ve always believed that food is … [Read more...] about Wael Eid