The Commission on Construction Education awarded a total of $223,649 from the Construction Education Account to three applicants at its November 8, 2023, meeting for various construction education-related programs. The awards include: · $128,549 to the Board of Regents, Nevada System of Higher Education, obo UNLV to organize and hold multiple six-week statewide … [Read more...] about Over $223K Awarded in Construction Education Grants by Commission on Construction Education
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Sierra Nevada REALTORS® Announces 2023 Award Recipients
Sierra Nevada REALTORS® (SNR) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 Sierra Nevada REALTORS® Awards. Please see the award recipients listed below, along with a brief bio and headshot link. Christie Fernquest and Sara Sharkey - REALTORS® of the Year This award is presented to REALTOR® who has gone above and beyond the call of Membership. This year, the REALTOR ® of … [Read more...] about Sierra Nevada REALTORS® Announces 2023 Award Recipients
Enjoy a Thanksgiving Dinner at Emerald Island Casino and Rainbow Club Casino
This Thanksgiving, Emerald Island Casino’s Emerald Island Grille and Rainbow Club Casino’s Triple B (Brooks Brothers Burgers) want you to celebrate with a special three-course meal exclusively served on Thursday November 23. The Emerald Island Grille’s first course will be an autumn squash bisque, the main course will feature an oven roasted turkey breast, cornbread … [Read more...] about Enjoy a Thanksgiving Dinner at Emerald Island Casino and Rainbow Club Casino
NAIOP Southern Nevada Names Angela Hammond Government Affairs Coordinator
LAS VEGAS – NAIOP Southern Nevada, an organization representing commercial real estate developers, owners and related professionals in office, industrial, retail and mixed-use real estate, recently named Angela Hammond to the newly created position of government affairs coordinator. Hammond will perform a variety of tasks on behalf of NAIOP Southern Nevada’s Government … [Read more...] about NAIOP Southern Nevada Names Angela Hammond Government Affairs Coordinator
Paul Klein Named 2023 Top Lobbyist
Paul Klein, with the firm of Tri-Strategies, has been named as a top lobbyist for 2023 by the National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics (NILE). To learn more, click HERE. In 2020 NILE embarked on a mission to create an annual list that recognizes excellence in lobbying while ensuring the selection process is purely merit-based. Our dedicated panel of judges blindly evaluated … [Read more...] about Paul Klein Named 2023 Top Lobbyist
KPS3 Announces Bob Whitefield as Chief Revenue Officer
November 16, 2023 (RENO, Nev.) – Bob Whitefield, a proven marketing executive and partner at KPS3, has been elevated to chief revenue officer. Whitefield will continue to lead the agency’s search and digital marketing team while overseeing the company’s financial operations. Whitefield has been with KPS3 since 2014. He joined as director of search and analytics, responsible … [Read more...] about KPS3 Announces Bob Whitefield as Chief Revenue Officer
Broadbent & Associates Sponsors and Attends Tenth Annual Al Porta Memorial Golf Tournament
Broadbent & Associates, Inc. (Broadbent), a full-service environmental, water resource, and civil engineering firm, took pride in sponsoring and attending the 10th Annual Al Porta Memorial Golf Tournament, which supported the Veterans Guest House, a non-profit organization in Reno. The event, held at Toiyabe Golf Course, saw Broadbent's donation of $1,500 in support of the … [Read more...] about Broadbent & Associates Sponsors and Attends Tenth Annual Al Porta Memorial Golf Tournament
Spencer Flanders Has Joined Tri-Strategies Government Relations
Spencer Flanders joins Tri-Strategies, a western states government relations and public affairs firm. Flanders brings years of advocacy and government affairs experience to the team. Before joining Tri-Strategies, Flanders worked in Senator Cortez Masto's Office in Washington, D.C., gaining valuable experience in the inner-workings of the federal government. Additionally, … [Read more...] about Spencer Flanders Has Joined Tri-Strategies Government Relations
New Public Relations Firm Brass Tacks Media Launches in The United Kingdom to Help US Clients Reach International Audiences: Launched in partnership with US-based The Abbi Agency
Brass Tacks Media, a public relations firm focused on a deep understanding of UK consumers and media, including their values, passions and beliefs, has officially launched in Birmingham. The new agency operates in close alliance with its sister firm The Abbi Agency, an award-winning integrated marketing agency in the United States. The two firms will share resources and … [Read more...] about New Public Relations Firm Brass Tacks Media Launches in The United Kingdom to Help US Clients Reach International Audiences: Launched in partnership with US-based The Abbi Agency
Local Casino Favorites Emerald Island and Rainbow Club Sell to an Affiliate of ECL Hospitality Management, LLC
Boulder Highway Gaming, LLC, and Water Street Gaming, LLC, announced today the pending sale of Emerald Island Casino and Rainbow Club Casino to an affiliate of ECL Hospitality Management, LLC (ECL), subject to all required regulatory approvals. “This sale was a hard decision to make as we have invested so much time and energy into both properties over the years – most … [Read more...] about Local Casino Favorites Emerald Island and Rainbow Club Sell to an Affiliate of ECL Hospitality Management, LLC
My Hometown Heroes to Host Ante up Poker Tournament Nov. 18
Proceeds from event helps fund scholarships for college bound cancer survivors RENO, Nev. – My Hometown Heroes is inviting the Northern Nevada community to come together for a feel-good poker showdown during the third annual Ante Up Poker Tournament on Saturday, November 18 at the CalNeva. Poker fans can expect an evening of food, drink and fun while going all in for a good … [Read more...] about My Hometown Heroes to Host Ante up Poker Tournament Nov. 18
Tickets on Sale for the 2024 Reno Rodeo
RENO, Nev. – The “Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West” returns to the Biggest Little City for the 105th year June 20–29. Tickets for the 2024 Reno Rodeo go on sale starting Nov. 13, 2023 at 9 a.m. PT. Reno Rodeo fans have two options for purchasing tickets: Online at RenoRodeo.com/tickets, processed by TicketsWest. In person at the Reno Rodeo Association office … [Read more...] about Tickets on Sale for the 2024 Reno Rodeo
Nevada Advocate of the Year Award Presented to Clark County Credit Union
[LAS VEGAS, Nev.] – November 13, 2023 – Clark County Credit Union (CCCU) located in Southern Nevada, was recognized by the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues with an Advocacy Award. Each year, the Leagues evaluate local member-owned credit unions for the work done to educate legislators, the governor’s office, and policymakers on financial topics that impact their … [Read more...] about Nevada Advocate of the Year Award Presented to Clark County Credit Union
Artown Encore Series Presents: Pink Martini Featuring China Forbes
RENO, Nev. – The 2023 grand finale of the Artown Encore Series showcases Pink Martini at the Grand Sierra Resort’s Grand Theatre on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. A massive collective with a rotating membership that's been active since the early 1990s, Pink Martini is a little orchestra that knows no stylistic bounds. Playing classical and jazz, Latin and pop, what … [Read more...] about Artown Encore Series Presents: Pink Martini Featuring China Forbes
Three LVR Leaders Elected to IREM Las Vegas Board
LAS VEGAS – Three prominent members of Las Vegas REALTORS® (LVR) have been elected to serve on the 2024 Executive Board of the Las Vegas chapter of IREM (Institute of Real Estate Management). LVR members serving on IREM’s 2024 board include Natalie Allred, 2023 president of the Commercial Alliance Las Vegas (CALV), Joshua Campa, 2024 president-elect of LVR, and Angelina … [Read more...] about Three LVR Leaders Elected to IREM Las Vegas Board