Education, collaboration and an educated workforce together describe the system of agencies and organizations working to build a pipeline from educated workers to the employers representing high demand jobs in Nevada. One such agency is Nevada Industry Excellence (NVIE). The industrial outreach program of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), NVIE is administered by … [Read more...] about Ready to Work
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From the PublisherGun Fight 2019: Legislature Looks to Restrict Second Amendment in Nevada
In today’s world of mass shootings, gun control is a hot topic. Those on the left will tell you that the only way to stop the tide and prevent a madman with a gun from firing into a crowd or a school is to ban guns all together. Common sense should tell you differently. Just because we hope and pray bad or mentally unstable people won’t obtain guns if they’re illegal, doesn’t … [Read more...] about From the Publisher
Living LargeNevada’s Luxury Home Market
In late 2018, a condo in the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas sold for a record-setting $1,633 per square foot. Despite this being an impressive luxury home record sale, it could be eclipsed if a home listed at Crystal Pointe, Lake Tahoe, sells – that listing is for $75 million. Nevada’s luxury home market is growing. New residents flocking to our state bring with them equity from … [Read more...] about Living Large
2019 Economic Forecast for NevadaUpward Trends
According to experts, the outlook for Nevada’s economy this year is positive and projected to fare at least as well as it did, or perhaps even better, in 2018. However, one or more known or unknown wild cards could have a dampening effect. Some of the indicators that support the forecast in Southern Nevada include strong employment and population growth, robust consumer … [Read more...] about 2019 Economic Forecast for Nevada
Industry FocusHealthcare
Few industries have seen as much change as healthcare has in the past decade. From insurance mandates to physician shortages, healthcare faces a multitude of challenges. Recently, executives representing healthcare in Nevada met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the industry and what is needed to move forward. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Mobile IndustryTransportation in Nevada
The future of Nevada’s business success could hinge on transportation infrastructure. According to multiple Nevada transportation officials, success with Nevada’s transportation likewise relies partially on the support of the Nevada business and real estate communities. “Communication with developers is critical,” said Rudy Malfabon, Nevada Department of Transportation … [Read more...] about Mobile Industry
Outrageous Property Tax Increases on the Horizon: Nevada Legislature Democrats Push SJR14
With the defeat of Question 3 from the most recent election, I believe people are beginning to see the absolute detriment of changing the Nevada constitution in ways that aren’t sustainable. Another hurdle along those same lines that we’ll be facing in the 2019 Legislature is SJR14. While Question 3 was in the final stages of becoming a constitutional amendment, SJR14 is a … [Read more...] about Outrageous Property Tax Increases on the Horizon: Nevada Legislature Democrats Push SJR14
The New Generation Gap: Five Diverse Groups
Millennials, Generations Z and X, baby boomers and the traditionalists or silent generation is a diverse list of titles to represent an even more diverse group of people. Today there are five generations in the workforce, each with their own characteristics and commonalities, strengths and weaknesses. The generations differ in work styles, communication styles, what … [Read more...] about The New Generation Gap: Five Diverse Groups
Tax Changes: What Nevada Companies Need to Know to Benefit
To fully realize available tax benefits resulting from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 Nevada businesses should assess, plan and, if necessary, make changes, now. “My best advice is run some projections on your income right now. See if you run into any problems or limitations on being able to maximize deductions, and look at what you need to do to restructure to make sure … [Read more...] about Tax Changes: What Nevada Companies Need to Know to Benefit
Industry Focus: Attorneys
The legal profession is unique in that it touches nearly every other industry at some point. As a result, businesses have a range of opinions regarding those that practice law. For attorneys in Nevada, reputation, professionalism and client expectations are all vital issues for the industry moving forward. Recently, legal executives met at the Las Vegas office of City National … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys
Building Medical: Keeping Pace with Healthcare Growth
With Nevada’s two major metropolitan areas continuing to grow, the healthcare industry is trying to keep pace. Nevada’s health industry regularly gets low marks in rankings, including an “F” for accessibility. As Las Vegas and Reno continue to evolve, both cities are experiencing the medical industry’s attempt to catch up. That attempt is reflected in the real estate … [Read more...] about Building Medical: Keeping Pace with Healthcare Growth
2018 NAIOP Southern NevadaBus Tour
The Wild Wild West NAIOP Southern Nevada’s Bus Tour Committee is proud to present the 2018 “Wild Wild West” Bus Tour event. We welcome ya’ll to get on the buses and tour the commercial real estate projects that are shaping Southern Nevada. This year’s tour builds on the success of the 2017 event adding exciting new properties and showcasing what’s to come. Southern … [Read more...] about 2018 NAIOP Southern Nevada
Where’s All the Marijuana Money? Education Funding
Remember when President Obama promised the ACA would lower costs and allow us to keep our providers? We all know how that turned out. It seems the same thing happened with tax revenues from the state’s newest industry – Marijuana. When proponents were touting all the reasons we should legalize the industry, funding education was at the top of the list. A few years later, and … [Read more...] about Where’s All the Marijuana Money? Education Funding
Best Companies to Work for in 2018: Defining the Times
Today’s workplace is changing at a rapid rate due to the wants and needs of the modern employee. From flexible hours to accessible and open leadership, workers in 2018 are demanding more than just money and benefits; they want to be a part of something special. The companies featured in the following pages have managed to create that special environment and offer … [Read more...] about Best Companies to Work for in 2018: Defining the Times
The Business of Credit Unions: The “Own-Your-Own” Financing Institution
“Credit unions have a different structure and business model than banks do, but they’re still depository institutions, so safe and sound is still safe and sound,” said George Burns, commissioner, Nevada Financial Institutions Division (NFID). They’re also the largest state-chartered, locally owned financial institutions in the state, according to Matt Kershaw, CEO, Clark … [Read more...] about The Business of Credit Unions: The “Own-Your-Own” Financing Institution