Rob Gaedtke President and CEO KPS3 “Culture isn’t something you maintain. It adapts and changes with new and different working styles. All we can do as leaders is keep it pointed in the right direction with values we never budge on.” Paula Yakubik Partner MassMedia “We maintain our company culture by fostering strong communication, inclusivity, and regular team … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Departments
School ChoiceThe Would-Be Educational Entrepreneur Gold Rush
Imagine the frenzy and excitement of the 19th-century gold rush when pioneers ventured westward, driven by the promise of striking it rich. The introduction of universal Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) in Nevada could spark a similar surge, but instead of planning for gold, educational entrepreneurs would be tapping into a new vein of opportunity in our education system. The … [Read more...] about School Choice
Chris Beucler
President Blue Heron Nexus, Blue Heron Type of Business: Luxury Home Design & Build Firm Based in: Las Vegas, NV Hails from: Scottsdale, AZ Years Org. has been in Nevada: 20 Years with Organization in Nevada: 03 Employees in NV: 200 How did you get into this line of work? I grew up surrounded by the home-building business. My father was a developer in … [Read more...] about Chris Beucler
ReD ReportIndustrial Summary Second Quarter 2024
Northern Nevada By Angel Orozco, CBRE Reno The Reno industrial market was comprised of approximately 115 million sq. ft. at the close of Q2 2024. There was over 180,000 sq. ft. of new product delivered to the market in Q2 2024. The construction pipeline had over 930,000 sq. ft. underway with another 17.3 million sq. ft. in various planning stages. The overall average asking … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsAugust 2024
The third quarter estimate for U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) for 2024Q1 increased at an annual rate of 1.4 percent, revised upward by 0.1 percentage point from the second estimate. Although the growth rate slowed, the breakdown of the components suggests a robust economy with strong consumer spending, residential and non-residential fixed investment, and government … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWho Is a Public Figure That Inspires You?
Karissa Bagley Chief Operating Officer NuvoHealth “Susan B. Anthony inspires me for her relentless fight for women's rights and suffrage. Her dedication and courage in advocating for equality paved the way for future generations to enjoy greater freedoms and opportunities. I just visited her house in Rochester, NY.” Tim Brooks General Manager Emerald … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Not Quite HumanArtificial Intelligence + Business
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been all over the news for the last couple years. The advent of OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini AI systems have been met with everything from curiosity to anticipation to fear. The possibilities for a future with everything from science fiction AI's controlling the fate of humans to a world where mundane tasks are handled by computers … [Read more...] about Not Quite Human
Founding a FortressThe Beginnings of Sports in Nevada
I was born in Nevada and, like many other BaRs (born and raised), I spent my formative years rooting for a team that represented another state. I'm a football fan and didn't grow up with a local football team I could support. And, it wasn't too long ago that professional sports in Nevada exclusively consisted of how we could combine the industry with gambling. Sports betting is … [Read more...] about Founding a Fortress
MVPMike Davis
General Manager and Head Coach Vegas Knight Hawks League / Sport: Indoor Football Executive Joined Team in: 2021 Location: Henderson, Nevada Executive Hometown: Blacksburg, Virginia Number of Employees: 6 Football Operations and Coaching, 30 players Serving as the first general manager and head coach in franchise history for the Vegas Knight Hawks, Mike Davis … [Read more...] about MVP
“Public Option” Doesn’t Bode Well for Nevada’s Taxpayers and Its Constitution
By Pete Sepp, president of Nevada Taxpayers Union and Senator Robin L. Titus, MD, (R-Wellington, NV) Across the state, Nevadans are rightfully worried about whether they can afford the cost of a major health event. But is a taxpayer-backed health insurance system, which will raise revenues and expenditures for the state in a constitutionally dubious way, really the best … [Read more...] about “Public Option” Doesn’t Bode Well for Nevada’s Taxpayers and Its Constitution
Edward Cousineau J.D.
Executive Director Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Type of Business: State Agency Based in: Reno and Las Vegas NV Hails from: Sparks, NV Years Org. has been in Nevada: 125 Years with Organization in Nevada: 20 Employees in NV: 45 How did you get into this line of work? In early 2004, I was approached by the Board’s executive director at the time, who … [Read more...] about Edward Cousineau J.D.
Around the StateJuly 2024
Nevada State Contractors Board Levies Severe Consequences Against Solar Company The Nevada State Contractors Board (NCSB) has taken action against Solarize. The solar company has had its license revoked and company leadership has been banned from working as contractors in Nevada moving forward. NSCB has also imposed the maximum possible fine of $460,000 for charges which … [Read more...] about Around the State
ReD ReportRetail Summary: First Quarter 2024
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine, DCG The Washoe County retail market remains as strong as it did in previous quarters. While only reaching close to $38 million in transaction volume, retail vacancies remained at historic lows, signifying the sector is still in high demand. As consumer spending continues to increase, retail has become a center of attention for investors in … [Read more...] about ReD Report
Business IndicatorsJuly 2024
The second quarter estimate for U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) for 2024Q1 increased at an annual rate of 1.3 percent, revised downward by 0.3 percentage points from the advance estimate. Although the growth rate disappointingly slowed, the breakdown of the components suggests a robust economy with strong consumer spending, residential and non-residential fixed investment, … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
The Last WordWhat Makes You Proud to Be an American?
Wendell Blaylock Nevada Senior Community Impact & Sustainability Specialist Wells Fargo Bank “The opportunity to serve my country as a member of the armed services. The opportunity to pursue my personal and professional goals. The opportunity to give back to my community.” Merri Perry 2024 President Las Vegas REALTORS® “One of the things that makes me and my … [Read more...] about The Last Word