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Power is a word that often evokes emotion, whether it be fear, desire or anger. Most of us want power in one form or another: power in finances, power in politics, power in the casino industry. Few of us want "the other guy" to have it. How does one get power? Usually - through hard work, ingenuity, encouragement, determination - one earns it. Michael Shustek created the … [Read more...] about POWER PLAYERS: Making Things Happen in Nevada

Stantec’s professional consulting services include the traditional design disciplines of planning, architecture, interior design, engineering, surveying and mapping. Founded in 1954 by Dr. Don Stanley, Stantec began as a one-man consulting operation based in Alberta, Canada, and remained focused on municipal water and wastewater projects for most of its first two decades. … [Read more...] about Engineering and a Whole Lot More: Stantec Builds Nevada From the Ground Up

Concentra Health Services, Inc. a division of Concentra Inc., works closely with employers and insurance companies to contain and minimize workplace health costs by offering an extensive range of services, from pre-placement assessments to employee wellness programs to workplace injury prevention and treatment. "Working with Concentra, employers can create a healthy and … [Read more...] about Concentra Health Services: Getting Nevadans Back to Work

At some banks, customers are greeted by a computer-generated voice and a menu full of options when they call with an inquiry. If they remember which number to press, they might be lucky enough to speak with an actual person. No more, said Don Anderson, senior vice president of Marine Bank, who is out to change the long-held premise that banks are aloof and uncaring. Anderson … [Read more...] about Marine Bank Drops Anchor in Southern Nevada

If first and second quarter office space activity reports continue to be robust (and there’s every indication they will), Nevada – both the southern and northern markets – will enjoy a better year than it did in 2001, say real estate industry experts, but with a hint of hesitancy in their collective voices. Last year, transactions in all office market classes statewide came to … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Office Outlook: Brokers “Cautiously Upbeat”

Las Vegas’ oldest general contracting firm has a new name to reflect its affiliation with a national company, but has the same mission that has earned it respect for more than 50 years. Carson Construction Co., founded in 1946 by Don Carson, began operating under its new name in March. The Las Vegas operation was acquired three years ago by Taylor Ball Corp., a national general … [Read more...] about Carson Taylor Harvey: Veteran Contracting Firm Gets New Name

"Note to the last obstetrician to leave Southern Nevada: Please turn out the lights." Letter to Gov. Kenny Guinn from the Clark County Obstetrics and Gynecology Society I expressed my opinion last month on the crisis caused by Nevada’s physicians leaving the state, but since the problem is still in the headlines (as it should be), let’s revisit it again and get a little … [Read more...] about This Time It’s Personal: We’re All Affected by the Doctor Exodus

More than 1.2 million Americans will be diagnosed with some form of cancer this year, including almost 10,000 in Nevada. The American Cancer Society (ACS) is well known for its efforts in researching cures for this devastating disease. ACS researchers have been involved in many of the major cancer research breakthroughs, including: mammography, the Pap smear, the PSA test for … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society: Providing Programs for Survivors and Families

Anyone who has picked up a newspaper or seen the news over the last couple of months knows the accounting industry is undergoing great scrutiny. Though eyebrows are raised in response to one firm in particular, and talk of regulatory changes abound, companies are on the alert to ensure that their professionals, who are members of what was once considered one of most trusted … [Read more...] about Not Your Father’s CPA Firm: Accounting Industry Changes and Diversifies

An idea. A dream. A chance. This is how it all begins. No matter how large or small, all businesses are conceived from someone’s vision. Entrepreneurs are individuals who have a natural instinct for taking these visions to reality. They can identify unserved needs, look ahead to the future and then develop a unique solution. But it doesn’t stop there. It takes guts. A true … [Read more...] about The Top Ten: NBJ Salutes Entrepreneurs of the Year

One of the best college savings plans gets even better this year. As a result of a provision in the Tax Act of 2001, qualified withdrawals from Section 529 college savings plans are now completely tax-free. That factor plus several other significant advantages add to the appeal of this college savings instrument. Section 529 of the tax code gives taxpayers some tax-advantaged … [Read more...] about Saving for College: Section 529 Plans Offer Advantages

The past 10 years have yielded a changed business and political climate for Nevadans. The 1990 census counted just over 124,000 Hispanic residents in Nevada, or roughly 10 percent of the state population. With the astronomical growth of the Silver State in the decade from 1990 to 2000 has come a corresponding increase in the Latin population. Hispanic residents of Nevada in … [Read more...] about Challenges and Changes: The Increase in Nevada’s Hispanic Population

In Europe, cards with embedded microprocessors – "smart cards" – have been around for years. In the United States, several million consumers have signed up for the American Express Blue Visa card, and financial institutions such as Providian and Fleet have begun to issue "smart Visa" cards. MasterCard is set to deploy its own smart card. However, U.S. consumers, at least for … [Read more...] about How Smart is Your Card? Microprocessor Cards Slowly Coming to U.S.

The role of the state’s economic development authorities is to diversify Nevada’s economy by encouraging the attraction, retention and expansion of businesses and primary industries in the state. The goal of the Nevada Commission on Economic Development (NCED) when it was formed in 1983 was to go out and recruit companies to Nevada - plain and simple. "Our mission is to work … [Read more...] about Economic Development in Action: Bringing quality companies to Nevada

Nevada automobile dealerships are exhibiting what one business owner calls a "Can do – anyway" spirit, despite a slumping economy, and many dealers report customers are coming out to buy automobiles as a way of showing their support for America. Steve Katzman, general sales manager at Reno Toyota said, "There have been reports that say consumers are sitting on their money. You … [Read more...] about Patriotism a “Driving” Force Say Nevada Auto Dealers