In the Silver State a child’s education is often determined by their zip code. Unless the families can afford alternatives, students are enrolled in schools closest to their residence, regardless of the school’s ranking or the child’s individual needs. As a result, many children from less affluent backgrounds are stuck in underperforming public with no educational choice. In … [Read more...] about Fixing Nevada Education
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Junior Achievement of Southern NevadaHow Businesses Can Help Youth Learn About “The Business of Life”
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada (JASN) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping young people with essential real world skills and knowledge to prepare them to succeed in life, the workforce and the global economy. Many schools don’t have the resources to teach these types of lessons and most youth don’t learn them at home, so JASN works with schools to provide … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada
ReD ReportRetail Summary: Fourth Quarter 2024
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine, Dickson Commercial Group As the year came to a close, the retail market in Washoe County remained resilient. Transaction volume reached $94,388,853, marking a significant increase from Q3, while retail vacancies remained at historic lows, with the overall vacancy rate edging up to 3.7%. Despite limited supply, demand from owner-users and … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsApril 2025
The second estimate for real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.3 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 151,000 jobs in February, with the unemployment rate reaching 4.1 percent and the number of unemployed … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordHow do you maintain a work/life balance?
Edward Gillis Director of Sales Topgolf Las Vegas “Maintaining work-life balance at Topgolf Las Vegas with my wife and kids comes down to setting clear boundaries, effective time management, and prioritizing quality family time. I stay present, delegate when needed, and ensure self-care.” Wendy Preyssler MCC International Coaching Federation Master Certified Coach, … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Adapt or Fall BehindWhy the Future Belongs to the New Generation Workforce
As businesses across various industries brace for future challenges, one constant remains: the workforce is evolving. The integration of Generation Z (Gen Z) and other post-boomer generations into the workforce has brought with it a new set of values, expectations, and skills that demand our attention. I’ve been with Broadbent & Associates, Inc. for 32 years, and as someone … [Read more...] about Adapt or Fall Behind
Bills That Mean Business
Nevada Policy Research Institute The 83rd legislative session has embarked in Nevada with bills addressing issues like healthcare, education, occupational licensing and public safety. Perhaps the most important of the groups that will be affected by this session’s decision are business owners and entrepreneurs of the Silver State. However, while some proposals would impose … [Read more...] about Bills That Mean Business
Clint MoxeyFace to Face
Owner Seniors Helping Seniors Type of Business: In Home/Non-Medical Care Based in: Reno, NV Hails from: Sheridan, WY Years Org. has been in Nevada: 12 Years with Organization in Nevada: 06 Employees in NV (approx.): 135 How did you get into your profession? I purchased Seniors Helping Seniors after my wife retired from a very successful teaching career. What is an … [Read more...] about Clint Moxey
ReD ReportOffice Summary: Fourth Quarter 2024
Northern Nevada By Bob Shanahan, Colliers Reno Reno’s office market closed 2024 with remarkable momentum. The uptick in activity we’ve observed is backed by the data and paints an optimistic outlook for 2025. With the market vacancy rate now below 10%, it is possible we could see a new construction project start in the months ahead to address space constraints for tenants … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsMarch 2025
The advance estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for 2024Q4 posted steady growth at an annualized percentage of 2.3 percent, largely reflecting continued strong consumer spending. Government spending also contributed positively to real GDP growth, while nonresidential and private inventory investments contributed negatively. Residential investment rebounded after … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Has Been Your Best Moment in Business?
Dr. Marc J. Kahn Dean Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV “My finest moment was watching our first class graduate. Seeing 60 students, 30 percent of whom are first generation college students, receive their MD degrees was truly an inspiration and something I'll never forget.” Suzanne Steelman Taylor Vice President of Strategy Steelman Partners "Seeing my … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Protecting Small BusinessThe Nationwide Legal War Against the Corporate Transparency Act
By Anahit Baghshetsyan & Geoffrey Lawrence Nevada Policy Research Institute In 2021, Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) as a new component of the National Defense Authorization Act. This new law aimed to strengthen the surveillance power of the Treasury Department with the nominal goal of rooting out financial support for terrorism, drug trafficking … [Read more...] about Protecting Small Business
Ken Goodrich
Chairman Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing Type of Business: Home Services Based in: Southwest US Hails from: Las Vegas Years Org. has been in Nevada: 14 Years with Organization in Nevada: 14 Employees with Organization: 250 How did you get into your profession? I started in the home services industry at the age of ten when I would hold the flashlight for my … [Read more...] about Ken Goodrich
ReD ReportIndustrial Summary: Fourth Quarter 2024
Northern Nevada By Angel Orozco, CBRE | Reno The Reno industrial market was comprised of approximately 116 million sq. ft. at the close of Q4 2024. There were six new industrial buildings delivered to the market in Q4 2024, totaling 1.0 million sq. ft. The construction pipeline had 2.1 million sq. ft. underway with another 15.5 million sq. ft. in various planning stages. … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsFebruary 2025
The U.S. economy made impressive gains in late 2024. The third and final estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for 2024Q3 exceeded expectations at an annual rate of 3.1 percent, surpassing the original estimate of 2.8 percent. Industries like retail trade and healthcare contributed to the 2024Q3 increase in real GDP, while agriculture and administrative services … [Read more...] about Business Indicators