Architects and engineers in the Silver State are cautiously optimistic about their industries. Working through a variety of issues as a result of the recession, executives nonetheless indicated that their businesses were experiencing growth and the industry is gaining stability. A handful of decision-makers in the architect and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Architects and Engineers
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Industry Focus: Healthcare
The healthcare industry continues to focus on the challenge of improving quality of care while managing costs. A group of Nevada’s healthcare leaders recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss this challenge, as well as new opportunities in the Silver State. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare
Industry Focus: Builders and Developers
Many builders and developers in the Silver State fought through the recession only to come out on the other side and realize there are new challenges facing their companies. Leaders in commercial building and development recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to address these challenges and discuss opportunities in the industry. Connie Brennan, publisher … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Builders and Developers
Industry Focus: Attorneys
Most industries have experienced an energetic pick up in business as the economy has recovered. Nevada law offices are enjoying an improved economy but are still facing their share of challenges. While clients continue to practice caution after the recession, numbers are showing improvement for lawyers in the Silver State. Top attorneys recently met at the Las Vegas office of … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys
Industry Focus: Economic Development
Economic development continues to be an important priority for the Silver State. Many factors go into diversification including incentives for businesses, education and workforce training. And, while strides have been made in attracting new industries to the state, there is still a long way to go. Recently, leaders of economic development met at the Las Vegas office of City … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Economic Development
Industry Focus: Utilities
With Nevada recovering from the recession, utility companies are finally beginning to invest in capital improvements, technology and expansion. Although the outlook is positive, progress can be slow due to changing regulations in the Silver State. However, rates remain competitive and conservation efforts prove to be strong. Recently, utility experts met at the Las Vegas office … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Utilities
Industry Focus: Technology
Although there are challenges facing the technology industry in Nevada, leaders are working to grow the field in the Silver State and attract larger tech companies, foster startups and support STEM education. Recently, technology experts met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss these challenge and opportunities. Connie Brennan, publisher of Nevada … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Technology
Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate
Commercial Real Estate in Nevada is recovering from a tough recession. Brokers agree that the industry has improved, but some markets are clearly bouncing back more quickly than others. Recently, commercial real estate experts met at the Las Vegas Law Offices of Snell & Wilmer to discuss the factors affecting the overall health of the industry in the Silver State. Connie … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate
Industry Focus: Accountants
Certified public accountants (CPAs) in Nevada are experiencing an interesting shift in their industry as tax laws change and experienced professionals work to train a new generation. Recently, executives in the CPA industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss both the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. Tarah Richardson, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Accountants
Industry Focus: Education
With new legislation affecting Nevada’s educational system, leaders in the industry are adjusting to new funding, accountability measures and changing demographics. All agree that new efforts must be put in place to raise awareness of the value of quality education, as well as the state’s academic improvements. Recently, these leaders met at the Las Vegas offices of City … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education
Industry Focus: Bankers
As the state bounces back from the recession, Nevada bankers agree that the outlook for their industry has improved in recent years. However, healthier industries have their own challenges such as new regulations and ambitious competition. Recently, decision-makers in the banking industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these challenges to their … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Industry Focus: Transportation
Nevada’s transportation industry has seen a fair share of ups and downs in the the past several years. Working around funding issues while trying to educate the public on their needs, industry leaders have a myriad of challenges to overcome. Recently, transportation executives met at the offices of the Regional Transportation Commission – Washoe in Reno to discuss those … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Transportation
Industry Focus: Insurance
Combating a trend towards faceless online insurance purchases, Nevada insurance agents and brokers seek to educate the market on the importance of a trusted insurance advisor. Recently, executives in this industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the challenges they face. Connie Brennan, publisher of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Insurance
Industry Focus: Healthcare
Nevada’s healthcare industry strives to focus on high quality care while searching for ways to lower costs for patients. A group of Nevada’s healthcare leaders recently met at the offices of City National Bank to discuss the trends and challenges facing their industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for the event. These … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare
Industry Focus: Senior/Assisted Living
Despite staffing challenges and affordability concerns, Nevada’s senior and assisted living communities pour their heart and soul into providing the best care for this growing population. Recently, a group of senior and assisted living executives met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the trends and challenges facing their industry. Connie Brennan, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Senior/Assisted Living