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
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Last WordWhat Advice do you Have for Someone who is New at Managing People?
Ava Lemieux Branch Manager MesquiteAmerica First Credit Union “Lead by example. Don’t expect your team to do anything you wouldn’t do yourself. Be true to your word. Follow through with promises and consequences. Always respect and value opinions.” Chuck Mohler CEOEagle Corporate Advisors “Be selfless. You are only as good as the people you manage. Value each … [Read more...] about Last Word
Nevada Bankers AssociationSupporting Business. Supporting Communities
WHAT makes a community a community? From educators and law enforcement to medical professionals and retailers, every individual plays an important role to the success of the community. Banks play a key part in supporting the community as well. By providing loans, checking and savings accounts and a range of products and services, banks help create stable, prosperous … [Read more...] about Nevada Bankers Association
Nevada State Bank Hosting Food Drive to Benefit the Las Vegas Rescue Mission
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank is hosting a food drive to benefit the Las Vegas Rescue Mission beginning Monday, Oct. 15, until Friday, Nov. 9. The donations collected will help feed the thousands of Las Vegas Rescue Mission clients. Non-perishable food items can be dropped off at any Nevada State Bank branch location in the Las Vegas Valley. Suggested donation items include: … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Hosting Food Drive to Benefit the Las Vegas Rescue Mission
Craig Kirkland from Nevada State Bank Will Raise Money Again for the American Cancer Society’s “Real Men Wear Pink” Campaign
LAS VEGAS – Craig Kirkland, executive vice president and director of retail banking at Nevada State Bank, is once again getting “pinked” in the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) annual Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Last year, he raised more than $6,000 to help fight breast cancer. According to ACS, the men selected to participate in this campaign are influencers and community … [Read more...] about Craig Kirkland from Nevada State Bank Will Raise Money Again for the American Cancer Society’s “Real Men Wear Pink” Campaign
Nevada State Bank Promotes Dottie Baker to Branch Manager
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank has promoted Dottie Baker to branch manager of its Boulder City branch located at 1000 Nevada Hwy. She will oversee branch staff, client services, and banking operations. Baker brings more than 30 years of banking and financial services experience to her new role. She joined Nevada State Bank as the assistant branch manager at the Pebble Market … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Promotes Dottie Baker to Branch Manager
Nevada State Bank Names Southern Nevada Branch Managers
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank is pleased to announce the naming of several Southern Nevada branch managers. Sunshine Mercado has transitioned to branch manager at Sunset; she was previously the Lake Mead branch manager. She has nearly 17 years of banking experience, having worked in various positions throughout her branch. Mercado started her banking career with Nevada State … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Names Southern Nevada Branch Managers
Nevada State Bank Opens Downtown Summerlin Branch – New Branch to Celebrate Financial Literacy Month
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank is opening its Downtown Summerlin branch located at 11035 Lavender Hill Drive, Suite 170 on April 12, 2018, at 9 a.m. The community is invited to stop by and enjoy complimentary refreshments and giveaways at the branch from April 12 through April 14, 2018. April is Financial Literacy Month. Recognizing that financial education starts at an … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Opens Downtown Summerlin Branch – New Branch to Celebrate Financial Literacy Month
If You Could Make a Sentence Long Speech to the Entire World, What Would You Say?
“Do what you love, live well, love well, drink honest wines, eat your veggies and root for the underdog.” Shaji Matthew | Owner, Terra Vigna “‘Announcing your plans is a good way to hear God laugh.’ – Al Swearengen, Deadwood TV Series” Karen Baresell | CEO, United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra “Leaders are tasked with making important decisions each day, some will … [Read more...] about If You Could Make a Sentence Long Speech to the Entire World, What Would You Say?
Nevada State Bank Names Ronald Griggs Vice President, Sales Manager for Its Call Center
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank has named Ronald Griggs as the new vice president, sales manager for the bank’s call center. Griggs joins Nevada State Bank after eight years in banking in Southern California. He began his career at Wells Fargo as a teller, and through a series of promotions, held the positions of personal banker, business banker, and market sales manager. He … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Names Ronald Griggs Vice President, Sales Manager for Its Call Center
Nevada State Bank Promotes Maria Montelongo to Branch Manager
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank has promoted Maria Montelongo to branch manager of its Craig and Jones branch located at 5840 W. Craig Road, Suite 140. She will oversee branch staff, client services, and banking operations. Montelongo brings more than 15 years of retail banking experience to her new role. She joined Nevada State Bank in 2009 as a professional banker. Through a … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Promotes Maria Montelongo to Branch Manager
Nevada State Bank Celebrates Grand ReOpening of Mountain’s Edge Branch
Jacquelyn Trevena named branch manager LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank is pleased to announce a grand re-opening celebration for its Mountain’s Edge branch, located at 9305 S. Cimarron Road, on March 16, 2016, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The community is invited to stop by the branch and enjoy complimentary refreshments, gifts and entertainment. Mix 94.1 DJ JC Fernandez will … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Celebrates Grand ReOpening of Mountain’s Edge Branch
Nevada State Bank Donated Nearly 5,000 Non-Perishable Food Items to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission
LAS VEGAS – Just in time for the holidays, Nevada State Bank donated 4,850 non-perishable food items, or 11 barrels, to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission. The donation is the result of contributions from bank colleagues and the community. “The Las Vegas Rescue Mission has such a great impact on our community and Nevada State Bank is proud of our long-time partnership,” said Craig … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Donated Nearly 5,000 Non-Perishable Food Items to the Las Vegas Rescue Mission
Henderson Chamber of Commerce Names 2015-16 Board
Board took office July 1, will be sworn in Sept. 3 at State of the Chamber Address HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce has named the members of its 2015-16 executive board. The board took office July 1 and will be sworn in Thursday, Sept. 3, at the annual State of the Chamber Address. The following were named to the executive board: Tim Brooks (Emerald … [Read more...] about Henderson Chamber of Commerce Names 2015-16 Board
Nevada State Bank Names Andrew Chewning Retail Market Sales Manager
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank has named Andrew Chewning retail market sales manager. Chewning will support the Southern Nevada region managers and branch teams in implementing processes and practices that enhance customer service and company growth. Chewning brings more than 12 years of banking experience to this position, and has served in various management roles for the … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Names Andrew Chewning Retail Market Sales Manager