The banking industry is navigating headwinds on multiple fronts as institutions strive to preserve a culture of highly personalized and long-term strategic relationships with clients. From shifting election dynamics to overseas conflicts, Nevada's financial leaders are tasked with guiding clients through uncertain times while tackling the rise of sophisticated AI-driven fraud, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Connie Brennan
Industry FocusWorkforce
The workforce landscape in Nevada is changing. And while much of it is for the better, Nevada businesses are still grappling with a disconnect between their needs and the availability and skill level of applicants. Leadership in Nevada takes a collaborative approach and have resources to help recruit, train and retain the right people. Recently, a group of workforce … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusMining
Although mining has changed drastically in the last century, the perception of the industry has not. Many people still think miners carry pickaxes and shovels and daily risk life and limb to provide for their families. The reality is that modern day mining is highly sophisticated, and Nevada is foraging the path for mining practices that are being adopted worldwide. And yet, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusAttorneys
Regardless of societal changes or law interpretation, professional attorneys have a reputation for maintaining core values while navigating the complex field of legalities. Values of being best in class, putting in long hours and aspiring to climb the corporate ladder have been bedrocks to attorneys. However, as the baby boomer generation retires, those core values are … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusCPAs
The job of a certified public accountant, or CPA, has both rewards and pitfalls. In addition to the challenge of crunching numbers, it's critical that CPA professionals stay current with ever changing, and complex tax laws. The industry is also facing a technology frontier with the introduction of artificial intelligence which raises questions about what role it will play in … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusEducation
Nevada has never excelled in education. Ranked consistently in the bottom five states for educational achievement, Nevada’s leaders in education are tackling the issues and looking to change education's trajectory. Challenges of undervaluing education, chronic absenteeism amongst students, advancements in technology, overpopulated classrooms and a teacher shortage … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusState Leadership
It is a tense time in government. And while all eyes are on the upcoming November elections, state leaders in Nevada focus on the day-to-day grind of what impacts its citizens most. That includes concerns of recruiting and retaining talent, navigating antiquated systems, and trying to predict future funding with a legislature that meets every other year. Not to mention the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBankers
Keeping buried cash in the yard for a rainy day is a thing of the past. Today, consumers rely on banks to safely store their earnings. But what happens when banks fail? Although it seems impossible, it was not too long ago that news of the Silicone Valley Bank collapse had people panicking and wondering if grandpa had it right with cash hidden under the tomato plants. That, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusSports
Once known only for its bright lights, quickie marriages and even quicker divorces, Nevada has evolved to a professional sport mecca. The sport’s market, particularly in southern Nevada now boasts three major league professional sports teams with rumors of an NBA team on the horizon. However, adding a robust sports industry to Nevada’s resume has not been without its … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusArchitects
The architecture industry in Nevada is as old as Nevada itself. And architects have always maintained a level of public respect for their contributions. However, in recent years their reputation has waned, and the industry is struggling to produce the next generation of architects in Nevada. Plagued by limited natural resources, bureaucratic red tape and limited education … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBrokers
There are plenty of unknowns when it comes to the future of commercial real estate in Nevada. From fluctuating interest rates, to ever changing markets, brokers are focused on staying on top of the shifting sand. Recently, a group of brokers met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to discuss the status of commercial real estate in Nevada and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusEconomic Development
Relatively speaking, Nevada’s economy is in its infancy. And despite success in gaming, tourism and entertainment, the Silver State’s economic development faces numerous challenges. Recently, economic specialists met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to discuss the current and future economy of Nevada including its lack of funding, a missing … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBankers
From the recent COVID pandemic that resulted in a changed workforce, to rising interest rates and an overall lack of trust in the industry, bankers have had a front row seat to a dynamic market. These challenges have resulted in bankers becoming more focused and client centered. Recently, bankers met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusEngineers
Foremost on the mind of engineers in Nevada is the industry's workforce. Exacerbated by supply chain issues and an overall challenging field, Nevada engineers are concerned with retaining their team while continuing to grow. Recently, executives representing the engineering industry met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to discuss the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusTechnology/Communications
The recent pandemic has had a significant impact on nearly every sector of business. And as many businesses transitioned to remote work during the height of quarantine, the technology and communications industry took center stage. From helping clients maintain their business operations remotely, to navigating their own difficulties of remote work and hiring and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus