"Everyone in healthcare is struggling with this," said Dr. Paul Krakovitz, region president, Intermountain Health. "It's not just in Nevada where we have a very low number of physicians and advanced providers per capita. It seems to be worse in our state, but it is an issue around the country." The question of how to provide quality care to patients given the shortage of … [Read more...] about Healthcare Check-Up
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Industry FocusTechnology/Communications
The recent pandemic has had a significant impact on nearly every sector of business. And as many businesses transitioned to remote work during the height of quarantine, the technology and communications industry took center stage. From helping clients maintain their business operations remotely, to navigating their own difficulties of remote work and hiring and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industrial MarketWhat Goes Up, Must Come Down
Nevada’s industrial sector has been the hottest of all market segments statewide. Due in large to Nevada’s reputation of being business friendly, more companies are looking to move to the Silver State. And with a high demand for warehouses of any and all sizes, low vacancy rates and extensive preleasing activity, industrial development in Nevada has remained strong even in … [Read more...] about Industrial Market
City of HendersonAudacity Henderson
When it comes to economic development, Henderson is all in to win Henderson has long been known for its pro-business climate and our business community surveys confirm we are an excellent place to do business. We’ve enjoyed great success in recent years in helping to diversify southern Nevada’s economy, welcoming Haas Automation and other advanced manufacturers, Google and … [Read more...] about City of Henderson
Let’s Go NuclearA Misunderstood Energy Resource
“Modern nuclear power plants are safe contrary to what people may think.” – Elon Musk, CEO, Tesla and SpaceX The idea of nuclear power conjures up images of Chernobyl, Ukraine, Three Mile Island, United States and Fukushima, Japan in many people’s minds. The fear is real….and unreasonable. But, as we all know, perception is often inaccurate and when we act (or neglect to … [Read more...] about Let’s Go Nuclear
Education OutlookOut of the Pandemic and into the Future
Good things are happening throughout Nevada's education systems starting with K-12 all the way through postgraduate. From proposed funding under new state leadership to dual enrollment programs paving the way to college for high school students, education is getting the attention it deserves. In January, Governor Lombardo's proposed budget included raising K-12 per pupil … [Read more...] about Education Outlook
Game OnProfessional Sports and Nevada’s Community
As the Raiders were planning their move from Oakland, California, to Las Vegas, there was intention to become a keystone in the community. For years, whether it was in their California homes of Los Angeles or Oakland, the Raiders were staples of the city. Memorabilia is a common sight in the cities with diehard fans ready to give it their all every game day. While … [Read more...] about Game On
Mining in NevadaA Shift in Perspective
Mining has a bad reputation. While images of dusty coal miners digging in caves with little to no ventilation and leaving scarred landscaping in their wake are often some of the first images that mining conjures, they are not a reflection of modern-day mining in the United States. Mining has evolved from its humble roots to become a sophisticated industry that is not only … [Read more...] about Mining in Nevada
Industry FocusBuilders & Developers
Commercial real estate in Nevada has seen its share of challenges and continues to face an uncertain market. Facing common issues of labor shortages and supply chain constraints, builders and developers are navigating a shifting market, concerns over capital and struggling to meet deadlines due to red tape. Commercial real estate executives recently met at a roundtable … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
City of North Las VegasBreaking Barriers
“People have a choice when they decide where to live, and they continue to choose North Las Vegas. We offer everything they need,” said Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown of the City of North Las Vegas. “We have great schools, amazing parks, community events and people want to live and do business in North Las Vegas.” Goynes-Brown is newly elected to the position of mayor at the … [Read more...] about City of North Las Vegas
Strategic Planning for the Silver StateEconomic Development and Utilities
Despite a global pandemic that had many quarantined to their homes, the Southwest has seen a large increase in population over the last several years. Nevada in particular has become a choice spot for business relocation, especially from neighboring states like California that are buried in bureaucratic red tape. And while an increased workforce bodes well for economic growth … [Read more...] about Strategic Planning for the Silver State
Time to Get RealNevada Leads Water Conservation
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know Nevada, and the entire Southwest is in the midst of a severe drought. January’s rain has helped, but in the overall scheme of things, it’s just a drop in the bucket. A long term solution is needed. Unfortunately, many of the states who share water resources with Nevada have buried their head in the sand in regard to water … [Read more...] about Time to Get Real
Banking on NevadaHealthy Growth Post-Pandemic
"Overall, '22 was a strong year for earnings for the banking industry," said Terry Shirey, president and CEO of Nevada State Bank. "A lot of loan growth occurred, historic loan growth. We had very low interest rates when we started the year, very strong economic conditions and that really played out on bank balance sheets where we were able to do a lot of high-quality new loan … [Read more...] about Banking on Nevada
The Making of a NameBranding with Intention
In today’s digital world, intentional business branding is the lifeblood of any company. And while it usually is thought of as creating a logo with a specific color palette and design, the reality is that true business branding goes beyond what can be printed on a product or displayed on a company website. At its heart, business branding is a multi-elemental process that seeks … [Read more...] about The Making of a Name
Industry FocusTransportation
The transportation industry has experienced significant challenges in recent years. From a global pandemic that is still affecting the supply chain, to a declining workforce and issues in funding, the industry has seen its fair share of obstacles. And with changes in technology painting a future of autonomous cars and electronic vehicles, those challenges are not expected to go … [Read more...] about Industry Focus