President Reno https://www.waltonsfuneralhomes.com/ How did you first get into your profession? It is a family business that I worked in over the summers since I was 16 years old. I have always been close to my father and wanted to follow in his footsteps, as he is so compassionate and kind. If you had to choose another profession, what would it be? Executive Director … [Read more...] about Tammy Dermody: Walton’s Funerals & Cremations
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Jennifer Joy: Joy Solutions, LLC
Virtual Bookkeeper Las Vegas https://www.joysolutionsllc.com/ How did you first get into your profession? After working in healthcare finance, real estate and retail, I relocated to Vegas to work on-site at UC San Diego- Nevada Cancer Institute, as a business change consultant and managed their finance department out of bankruptcy. Over the course of a year, I designed … [Read more...] about Jennifer Joy: Joy Solutions, LLC
Tim Larkin: Target Focus Training
Founder/President Las Vegas https://www.targetfocustraining.com/ How did you first get into your profession? My grandfather introduced me to boxing when I was four years old and I’ve been fascinated with the subject of self-defense ever since. If you could be remembered for one thing, what would it be? Providing clear instruction on when and, more importantly, when … [Read more...] about Tim Larkin: Target Focus Training
A Key Definition in the Margin-Tax Scheme Would Have Catastrophic Impact
Much ado has been made, and will continue to be made, about what is the most important question on Nevada’s 2014 ballot. But one critical aspect of the state teacher union’s proposal to enact a business margin tax has gone virtually unnoticed: the definition of an “affiliated group.” For the non-accountant, this might sound like a tedious and technical detail, but it could … [Read more...] about A Key Definition in the Margin-Tax Scheme Would Have Catastrophic Impact
Roseman University Aspires to Create Incubator for Medical Research
In November 2013, Henderson-based Roseman University of Health Sciences completed a merger with the Nevada Cancer Institute Foundation. As a result, Roseman acquired the Ralph and Betty Engelstad Cancer Research Building in Summerlin along with sophisticated research equipment. These resources are advancing the university’s research endeavors and has allowed Roseman University … [Read more...] about Roseman University Aspires to Create Incubator for Medical Research
June 2014: Around the State
Southern Nevada Business Confidence at an All-Time High According to a report from UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER) in the Lee Business School, businesses’ expectations continue to steadily increase. The Southern Nevada Business Confidence Index, created by CBER, rose from 132 to 137 for a second quarter and is now at an all-time high. The index is … [Read more...] about June 2014: Around the State
Transportation at a Crossroads
From the daily commute to a weekend bike ride or road trip, and from the goods trucked to local stores to Nevada’s overall economic vitality, transportation impacts everyone. A look into Nevada’s transportation past and a glimpse at the transportation innovations of the future illustrates how important transportation is. As the fastest growing state for decades, Nevada’s … [Read more...] about Transportation at a Crossroads
Johnnie Walker R.V. Center
Nevadans know how beautiful the state is. A drive in any direction brings mountain and waterfront views, lake fishing and camping, and other natural breathtaking treasures to be discovered. Johnnie Walker, Sr., a proud Nevadan, noticed that the inexpensive, yet fulfilling, RV lifestyle was growing in popularity among Southern Nevada residents. They were ready to experience … [Read more...] about Johnnie Walker R.V. Center
Nevada Real Estate & Development Report: June 2014
E Project, Industrial ADDRESS 124 S. 6th St., 89101 DETAILS The John E. Carson hotel is being renovated into a mixed-use development that will feature feature both retail and office spaces. Construction of the 19,000 SF space began in April of last year and is expected to be complete by July of this year. Tenants to the renovated space are expected to include Black Spade … [Read more...] about Nevada Real Estate & Development Report: June 2014
Office Summary: First Quarter 2014
Southern Nevada Demand for Las Vegas office space stalled in the first quarter of 2014 as the market reported a vacancy rate of 25.8 percent. Despite the slight uptick in office vacancies during the first quarter, they have now reported year-over-year declines for two consecutive quarters. Office inventory increased to 52.8 million during the first quarter of the year, due … [Read more...] about Office Summary: First Quarter 2014
Business Indicators: June 2014
The “advance” estimate for first quarter 2014 shows U.S. real gross domestic product increasing at an annualized rate of 0.1 percent, much lower than the 2.6 percent growth experienced in fourth quarter 2013. Personal consumption expenditures and federal government spending made positive contributions. U.S. nonfarm employment experienced robust gains in April, adding 288,000 … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: June 2014
What is your favorite local restaurant?
“L’atelier Joel Robuchon at MGM Grand is always a special experience. I always leave looking forward to the next time I can go! The food and service are the best anywhere, and I was fortunate to meet Chef Robuchon himself the last time I was there.” Dr. Michael S. Levy | Medical Director, Center for Addiction Medicine Las Vegas “I love The Twisted Fork in south Reno. They … [Read more...] about What is your favorite local restaurant?
Paul A. Matteoni: Lewis Roca Rothgerber, LLP
Partner Reno https://www.lrrlaw.com/ How did you first get into your profession? Coming out of college, it was apparent that my mindset and personality lent itself to counseling others, assisting with disputes and multi-tasking on a daily basis. Those traits have proven most useful over my more than 25 years of practicing law in the state of Nevada. If you could be … [Read more...] about Paul A. Matteoni: Lewis Roca Rothgerber, LLP
Scott Acton: Forté Specialty Contractors
CEO Las Vegas https://www.fortedesignbuild.com How did you first get into your profession? I followed my grandfather and father’s footsteps. They both created world famous attractions at Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, and Sea World. I started small…in the shop pushing a broom! If you had to choose another profession, what would it be? Ride designer at Disneyland. I … [Read more...] about Scott Acton: Forté Specialty Contractors
Radha Chanderraj: Chanderraj Law Offices
President Las Vegas https://www.chanderrajlaw.com/ How did you first get into your profession? Before I came to Las Vegas, I went to law school in Mumbai, India. However, I could not get a Nevada license as it was not an ABA accredited school. When the Boyd School of Nevada opened in Las Vegas, I decided to go back and get my license. If you had to choose another … [Read more...] about Radha Chanderraj: Chanderraj Law Offices