The legal industry continues to grapple with changing times. While managing client expectations is a challenge as old as the law itself, the next generation of legal professionals are creating new challenges by making work-life balance demands that have been unheard of in the industry. Artificial intelligence (AI) is also changing the legal game. Attorneys and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
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Searching for the Golden TicketNAIOP Bus Tour 2025
Searching for the Golden Ticket NAIOP Southern Nevada’s Bus Tour Committee is proud to present the 2025 Bus Tour – “Searching for The Golden Ticket”. We look forward to continuing the storied tradition of the NAIOP Bus Tour in our virtual format. Despite some economic uncertainty on the national stage, the Las Vegas real estate market continues to demonstrate remarkable … [Read more...] about Searching for the Golden Ticket
Playing it SafeNevada’s Business Insurance Update
As long as risk has existed, so has insurance. Despite a dated and out-of-touch public image, business insurance is one of the most rapidly growing industries in the state of Nevada. Through the millions of claims filed and arbitrated every year, insurance professionals want to make sure Nevada business owners aren’t letting anything fall through the cracks. The … [Read more...] about Playing it Safe
Entitlements in NevadaPlan Checkers and Checklists
Any development project in Nevada must go through a process of entitlement by the local city or county. Entitlements give a landowner the legal right to develop or redevelop a property, so obtaining an entitlement is a crucial first step in any construction project. The entitlement process can be long, tedious, and frustrating for both government agencies and … [Read more...] about Entitlements in Nevada
When Right is Wrong & Wrong is RightA Call to Action
Isaiah 5:20 says: “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness…” and putting this historical and Biblical warning into contemporary words, Ronald Regan said “We must never remain silent in the face of bigotry. We must condemn those who seek to divide us. In all quarters and at all times, we must teach tolerance and denounce … [Read more...] about When Right is Wrong & Wrong is Right
Scalable, Flexible, FastTechnology, Productivity and Nevada Business
Technology is advancing at the speed of light as newly developed technologies lead to other discoveries, and problems inherent in discoveries lead to development of technology-based solutions. There's a bewildering array of new out there, all of it with the potential to help or harm, depending on its use, and the humans using it. Technology Powers … [Read more...] about Scalable, Flexible, Fast
Industry FocusEducation
Education in Nevada is changing. Not only have there been massive changes in funding due to shifting political sands, but the traditional path of pursuing a bachelor’s degree after high school is rapidly losing popularity. Instead, students are pursuing quick degrees and certificates that allow them to enter the workforce sooner with pay scales that historically … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
How EDAWN Makes Northern Nevada One of the Most Competitive Business Environments in the Nation
Northern Nevada is experiencing a strong and steady recovery from the recent economic downturn caused by the pandemic. The region’s economy has bounced back as a result of diversification and the relocation and expansion of new companies bringing high-quality, high-paying jobs to Northern Nevada. This didn’t happen by accident. It’s the intentional work of the Economic … [Read more...] about How EDAWN Makes Northern Nevada One of the Most Competitive Business Environments in the Nation
An Update on Nevada’s Financing IndustryWhat goes into getting a project financed and keeping it afloat
Business is booming across the state of Nevada. As established international companies continue to move offices and even headquarters to the region, alongside new, local businesses opening doors, one issue is top of mind: financing. The Financing Process Shannon Petersen, executive vice president and corporate banking director of Nevada State Bank, said … [Read more...] about An Update on Nevada’s Financing Industry
Nevada’s Tourism GambleAre We Betting Too Much?
For generations, Nevada’s economic engine has been fueled by the neon glow of the Strip, the conventions that fill our hotels and the gaming floors that have made us world famous. Tourism is, and has always been, our Ace card. But as with any hand, playing the same card over and over carries risk. The question Nevadans must ask is whether our state has bet too much on one … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Tourism Gamble
How Nevada Stacks Up2025
Nevada’s ratings in this year’s “How We Stack Up” show a mixed bag of ups and downs. On the one hand, the state remains challenged in education and healthcare; on the other, businesses continue to choose the Silver State in which to locate. A mass exodus continues to move people from California to Nevada, which contributes to higher home prices in the state. In addition, … [Read more...] about How Nevada Stacks Up
Industry FocusState Leadership
Nevada is in a unique position. While the Silver State has always boasted a business-friendly environment, tourism serves as the backbone of its economy. But, with recent reports of significant declines in Nevada’s tourism industry, which contributes significantly to the state's coffers, state leaders are working harder than ever to diversify Nevada’s economy. This … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Healthcare Heroes2025
For nearly 20 years Nevada Business Magazine has been recognizing Healthcare Heroes in the Silver State.The program began as a way to recognize individuals in this important industry for their efforts and contributions. Each of the honorees on the following pages has had a tremendous impact on Nevada's communities and are working to improve quality and access to care for … [Read more...] about Healthcare Heroes
Trains, Planes, and Automobiles (and Ships and Trucks)An Update on the Logistics of Delivery in Nevada
Whether it’s a late-night (or early morning) order from a big box retailer, a new outfit from a small business, or a bedroom set from overseas, every successful shipment has one thing in common: good logistics. Logistics in Action As the director of operations for Amazon Robotics sites across Nevada and Arizona, ensuring good logistics is Bruno Arnal’s … [Read more...] about Trains, Planes, and Automobiles (and Ships and Trucks)
Made to OrderTenant Improvements in Today’s Commercial Real Estate Market
Tenant improvements (TIs) are a huge part of commercial real estate construction projects. Not because there aren't enough properties, or because of the pace at which business moves in Nevada. "The biggest reason is that investors and/or users have a significant impact on decision making because tenant improvements are about twice what they were cost-wise five years ago," … [Read more...] about Made to Order