The path to leadership can follow many different roads and women in business know that better than most. Successfully navigating their schedules, families and responsibilities, women are the originally trailblazers of work/life balance. This year’s class of Women to Watch have showcased this ability throughout their careers. They are decision makers in the Silver State; they’re … [Read more...] about Women to Watch 2022
Features
Wild at HeartEconomic Development in Rural Nevada
A lot of Nevada is rural. That doesn’t mean one rural community is the same as the next. Economic development in Nevada’s rural communities varies by community, location, established industries and what complementary businesses would fit with existing businesses. Another consideration is the type of businesses that could locate in the area and improve the quality of life for … [Read more...] about Wild at Heart
Industry FocusBankers
From the early, uncertain times of the pandemic to the hectic days of the Payroll Protection Program (PPP), Nevada bankers have seen massive shifts in the market and in their industry over the past few years. These shifts have made bankers agile and adaptable to their client’s needs. Recently, bankers met in a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank to discuss their industry … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Residential NevadaMarket Shifts
The Nevada real estate market is no novice to change. From the impact of the Great Recession that resulted in an influx of foreclosures, to the effects of the COVID pandemic that are being felt throughout the country, the housing market in Nevada has proven to be resilient. Currently, the Nevada market is experiencing a significant lack of supply in the face of overwhelming … [Read more...] about Residential Nevada
Shop and Vote Your Values
This may be the most politically incorrect commentary you read in a while. So, if you are especially sensitive, please just turn the page. I write this knowing people will disagree, my email will be flooded with responses and I may be punished, or as we like to say these days “cancelled”. Regardless, the cultural madness needs to stop, and God-fearing leaders need to find … [Read more...] about Shop and Vote Your Values
TouchdownSports in Nevada
As the Vegas Golden Knights started their first season in 2017, few expected the magic that would ensue and catapult them to the Stanley Cup Final in the inaugural season. The doubts were so massive that before the season began, multiple articles ran expressing the feelings a hockey team in the desert could not succeed. Those feelings stem partly because the NHL’s expansion … [Read more...] about Touchdown
Nevada TaxesWill the Tax Man Cometh to Carson City in 2023?
If 2021 was a historic year for state tax reform, then what does the future hold for new business taxes or tweaks to the current tax code as Nevada voters go to the polls in November to elect a new slate of lawmakers? Those lawmakers will take office in January when the legislature reconvenes. In a major development last year, lawmakers approved a bill near the end the 81st … [Read more...] about Nevada Taxes
Industry FocusBusiness Insurance
It’s no risk to say business insurance is a complicated industry. And those in the industry are going through some of the same issues as their counterparts in other fields, including staffing shortages and lingering COVID-related problems. Regardless, executives, who recently met in a hybrid online and in-person roundtable to discuss these issues, are optimistic about what’s to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Southern Nevada CCIMPassing the Torch to the Next Generation of Professionals
Engineers, title agents, bankers, attorneys, contractors and beyond, CCIM Southern Nevada membership is open to anyone interested in classes, events and networking with the organization. CCIM stands for Certified Commercial Investment Member, and those involved in the organization can serve on committees and organize events. To be on the board, however, requires CCIM … [Read more...] about Southern Nevada CCIM
Medical FacilitiesBuilding Trends Post-COVID
All eyes have been on the healthcare industry in light of the recent COVID pandemic. And while there was a significant push for telehealth medicine where patients could schedule virtual visits with their doctor in order to maintain social distancing protocols, patients are now vying to see their doctors face-to-face. Consequently, there is a growing need for medical space. And … [Read more...] about Medical Facilities
Repairing the Vote“Hope is Not a Course of Action”
In a phone call earlier this year, Mark Wlaschin, deputy Secretary of State (SOS) for elections in Nevada said, “Hope is not a course of action. We are taking action.” He was referring to the measures the Secretary of State is taking to prevent election fraud and restore confidence in Nevada’s process. Wlaschin spoke about the ways the SOS office is working to secure the voting … [Read more...] about Repairing the Vote
Top Rank Attorneys2022
For the past 15 years, Nevada Business Magazine has been publishing a list showcasing the state’s top attorneys as voted by their peers. Formerly known as Legal Elite this annual list came to represent the best of the best in the legal industry. This year, the editorial team at the magazine is rebranding Legal Elite to better reflect the prestigious position these attorneys … [Read more...] about Top Rank Attorneys
Executive Education in NevadaDetermining Return on Investment
Pursuing a career in business has traditionally gone hand-in-hand with a college degree. And, for those pursing a leadership role, an executive education is almost always a requirement. But times have changed and so have the requirements for success in business. While there are a variety of contributing factors, advancements in technology, a new workforce generation and the … [Read more...] about Executive Education in Nevada
Industry Focus: EmploymentJune 2022
Two years into the pandemic and employment in Nevada has become highly competitive as the state faces an all-time low participation rate in the labor force. The industry now looks to improve prospects by bridging the gap between employers and employees through targeted training programs and tapping into new candidate pools. Recently, executives from the employment industry met … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Employment
Governor’s Office of Economic DevelopmentThe Heart of Workforce Development
It’s the first thing companies ask when looking to locate or expand to Nevada. Before they ask about taxes or incentives, they ask about workforce. “We’re trying to attract companies based on the industries and target sectors we’re focused on,” explained Bob Potts, deputy director, Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED). “As we work with these companies, always at … [Read more...] about Governor’s Office of Economic Development