Bill Arent Chief Business Development OfficerLas Vegas Global Economic Alliance “I am thankful for: the privilege of working with a great team, a loving wife, five amazing children and most of all the love God has shown me through His Son Jesus.” Celena Dilullo PresidentPalm Mortuaries and Cemeteries “I am forever thankful for my staff and their dedication … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Bill Arent
Las Vegas Reinventing a Strong Future: Open for Business
As one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the country, it’s no surprise Las Vegas has a strong economic engine. A creatively strong economy, Las Vegas is blending new technology with existing infrastructure, from the downtown Innovation District to the Smart Cities Initiative. Historically, the city has been a strong economic engine but, “The recession was a … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Reinventing a Strong Future: Open for Business
The Full Focus: Economic Development in Nevada
In 2012, The Silver State released “Moving Nevada Forward: A Plan for Excellence in Economic Development,” a three-year roadmap for continuing to advance from post-recession doldrums and a 12 percent unemployment rate toward “a vibrant, innovative statewide economy,” Gov. Brian Sandoval wrote in the document. Since the plan was released, Nevada’s leadership and … [Read more...] about The Full Focus: Economic Development in Nevada
Industry Focus: Economic Development
Economic development continues to be an important priority for the Silver State. Many factors go into diversification including incentives for businesses, education and workforce training. And, while strides have been made in attracting new industries to the state, there is still a long way to go. Recently, leaders of economic development met at the Las Vegas office of City … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Economic Development
Industry Focus: Economic Development
Economic Development has been a buzz-word in Nevada for the past several years. Since the recession hit, moving-in and retaining companies has become imperative to the health of Nevada. Recently, executives representing various economic development agencies throughout the state met to discuss these issues. Connie Brennan, publisher of Nevada Business Magazine, served as … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Economic Development
Downtown Las Vegas Shows 2012 Growth
For downtown Las Vegas, 2012 came to be known as the “Year of Downtown” for good reason: at least $754 million in public and private projects came to fruition and an additional $355 million in developments are under construction with most of these scheduled to be completed in 2013*. In 2012, downtown Las Vegas – which does not include the famed Las Vegas Strip and is located … [Read more...] about Downtown Las Vegas Shows 2012 Growth
Industry Focus: Economic Development
A phrase that’s been bounced around everywhere this year, economic development, has become a hot topic in boardrooms across the state. With Governor Sandoval’s guarantee to make economic development a priority for his administration, a fire has been lit throughout Nevada. Executives representing various economic development agencies throughout the state recently met at the Las … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Economic Development