Mental health has been a hot topic of public conversation for the past decade, but the full story under the surface is complicated. It is an important determinant of Nevada’s workforce stability, educational outcomes, and economic productivity. If not addressed properly, mental illness can directly drive up healthcare costs, decrease workforce participation, and put a strain on … [Read more...] about Rural Nevada Has Three Licensed Psychiatrists. That’s A Warning Sign.
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Retail SummaryFirst Quarter 2025
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine, Dickson Commercial Moving into 2025, the retail market in Washoe County continued to show strength, consistent with previous quarters. Transaction volume totaled $55,036,029—making it the second-highest quarterly volume recorded over the past year. Single-tenant sales in Washoe County remained strong in Q1 2025, making up 47.90 percent of … [Read more...] about Retail Summary
Business IndicatorsJuly 2025
Real gross domestic product (GDP) decreased at an annual rate of 0.2 percent in the first quarter of 2025, largely due to an increase in imports ahead of anticipated tariffs and a decrease in government spending. Seasonally adjusted U.S. nonfarm employment grew 1.1 percent compared to last year, adding a larger-than-expected 139,000 jobs in May. Growth was supported by gains … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Does Work/Life Balance Look Like for You?
Jennifer L. Braster Co-Managing Attorney Naylor & Braster, Attorneys at Law “Work/life balance changes daily. For me, it’s a reminder that I work to live, not live to work. I value and appreciate my work for letting me be there for my family.” Jason Roth, MBA Vice President, Communications and Partnerships Roseman University of Health Sciences “Work/life balance … [Read more...] about The Last Word
The Numbers Are In—And They Don’t Add Up for Nevada’s Next BudgetEconomic Forum or Reality Check?
Behind the scenes of Nevada’s budget projections is a group you probably don’t know of, but their forecast reshaped the 2025 legislative agenda. The Economic Forum is comprised of five private-sector experts appointed by the governor for two-year terms. By statute, the Economic Forum is required to provide forecasts on or before December 3 of even-numbered years, to be used … [Read more...] about The Numbers Are In—And They Don’t Add Up for Nevada’s Next Budget
ReD ReportOffice Summary: First Quarter 2025
Northern Nevada By Reed Backstrom, Colliers Reno Northern Nevada’s office market entered 2025 with signs of resilience, amid ongoing headwinds. A promising highlight is the continued strength of Class A office demand, which remains despite broader economic uncertainty. The Meadowood submarket led the region with a 0.4 percent rent increase to $2.13/SF, the highest in … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsJune 2025
Real gross domestic product (GDP) decreased by 0.3 percent annually in 2025 Q1. This decrease primarily reflected an increase in imports and a decrease in government spending, partly offset by increases in investment, consumption, and exports. Seasonally adjusted nonfarm employment rose by 177,000 jobs in March, with strong gains in health care and construction, partly offset … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Is the Most Valuable Lesson You Learned From Your Father?
Chuck Alvey Chair Vistage “Tom Alvey had four boys, I was the oldest. He was a natural athlete. He never ‘let’ us win and celebrated us when we did. We earned his pride in us.” Christina Ellis VP of Development Anamarie Ellis VP of Operations Michaela Ellis Financial Planning and Analysis Ellis Island Casino and Hotel “’If you always do what you always did, … [Read more...] about The Last Word
From Boardroom to CourtroomCan Nevada Compete?
Nevada takes pride in being a business-friendly state, but when it comes to legal disputes involving business entities, the state is lagging. Litigation for local firms can take years and despite the favorable conditions to welcome new businesses, it can be a huge deterrent. A new proposal in the 83rd legislative session is targeting this gap. Assembly Joint Resolution 8 (AJR … [Read more...] about From Boardroom to Courtroom
Around the StateMay 2025
UNR Opens Bab to Boost the Semiconductor Workforce Last month, the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) College of Engineering opened a nanofabrication lab to educate students for semiconductor and microelectronics manufacturing. The lab is equipped with tools for lithography, deposition, etching, wire bonding and metrology. These tools enable the manufacture of electronic, … [Read more...] about Around the State
Karen Marben
Executive Director LVMPD Foundation Type of Business: 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization Based in: Las Vegas Hails from: Currie, Minnesota Years Org. has been in Nevada: 26 Years with Organization in Nevada: 1.5 Employees in NV (approx.): 08 How did you get into your profession? After nearly three decades in sales and marketing roles serving K-12 education, I was … [Read more...] about Karen Marben
ReD ReportIndustrial Summary: First Quarter 2025
Northern Nevada By Grant Bollinger, CBRE | Reno The Reno industrial market was comprised of approximately 116 million sq. ft. at the close of Q1 2025. There were three new industrial buildings delivered to the market in Q1 2025, totaling 600,000 sq. ft. The construction pipeline had 1.5 million sq. ft. underway with another 15.9 million sq. ft. in various planning stages. … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsMay 2025
Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.4 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024, which was mostly attributed to continued increases in consumer and government spending. Seasonally adjusted U.S. nonfarm employment increased by 228,000 jobs in March, driven largely by gains in health care and social assistance, leisure and hospitality, and … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Advice Do You Have For Graduating Seniors?
Warren D. Cobb Associate Dean UNLV College of Fine Arts “Be kind and seek to understand. The world needs your discipline, talent and gifts. Create your voice and craft works that spark wonder, inspire awe and leave hearts forever changed” Vincent Tatum President Grand Canyon Development Partners “Be vocal in sharing your dreams and aspirations. Being shy or secretive … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Paul Curtis Steelman
CEO Steelman Partners Type of Business: Architecture, Interior Design, Lighting Design and Slot Machine Manufacturer Based in: Las Vegas Hails from: Longport, NJ Years Org. has been in Nevada: 38 Years with Organization in Nevada: 38 Employees in NV (approx.): 105 How did you get into your profession? My father was an architect, and I admired him greatly. I started … [Read more...] about Paul Curtis Steelman