The State of Nevada, through the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED), offers a variety of tax abatements to encourage companies to either start up in Nevada or move here from another state. According to the GOED website, “Tax abatements are a reduction of taxes granted by a government entity to a company for a specific period to encourage economic development. … [Read more...] about Sustainable Intelligent Growth
Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN)
Around the StateDecember 2025
Boys & Girls Club Nevada Partners with DETR The Nevada Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs has announced a partnership with the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) for workforce development. The partnership will support a statewide expansion of early learning centers and after school programs by engaging young adults, aged 18 to 24, in … [Read more...] about Around the State
How EDAWN Makes Northern Nevada One of the Most Competitive Business Environments in the Nation
Northern Nevada is experiencing a strong and steady recovery from the recent economic downturn caused by the pandemic. The region’s economy has bounced back as a result of diversification and the relocation and expansion of new companies bringing high-quality, high-paying jobs to Northern Nevada. This didn’t happen by accident. It’s the intentional work of the Economic … [Read more...] about How EDAWN Makes Northern Nevada One of the Most Competitive Business Environments in the Nation
EDAWN Invites Nevada Entrepreneurs to Pitch Start-Ups–Season 2 of Elevate Reno
Season Two of Elevate Reno for 2024 RENO, Nev. (January 19, 2024) – The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) is pleased to announce season two of the widely acclaimed Elevate Reno event, serving as a platform for Nevada entrepreneurs to showcase their startups. Scheduled for February 7, at Craft Beer & Wine in Reno. EDAWN is currently seeking … [Read more...] about EDAWN Invites Nevada Entrepreneurs to Pitch Start-Ups–Season 2 of Elevate Reno
Taylor Adams
CEO Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) Type of Business: Regional Development Authority Based: Reno Hails from: Columbus, Mississipi Years Org. has been in Nevada: 40 Months with Organization in Nevada: 6 Employees in NV: 15 What is your professional background? I started my career in banking/finance and then in the insurance business, … [Read more...] about Taylor Adams
EDAWN Announces Reno Startup Week 2023
September Event Features a Multitude of Programming & Events RENO, Nev. (August 14, 2023) – The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) and a host of local entrepreneurs and agencies today announced the inaugural Reno Startup Week scheduled for Sept. 25-29, 2023. The weeklong event will feature three main events, 40 educational workshops, guest … [Read more...] about EDAWN Announces Reno Startup Week 2023
Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic DevelopmentThe Transformation of Nevada
In April of 2020, with all nonessential businesses closed, unemployment in southern Nevada stood at just over 31 percent; in northern Nevada it was more than 18 percent. By December 2020 Las Vegas had dropped to 12.2 percent and Reno to 5.8. Put simply, that is the effect of diversifying the economy, a process that Nevada’s development authorities have built on experience from … [Read more...] about Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development
Economic Development in NevadaOpportunities and Obstacles
Economic development has been scaling up in recent years, working to diversify into a more stable state economy. “We work with all the regional development authorities,” said Bob Potts, deputy director, Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED). “They get state funding from us, and we contract with them for the scope of work.” GOED works the legislative and policy … [Read more...] about Economic Development in Nevada
Closed:The Great Resignation and Workforce Development
In August, 4.3 million U.S. workers quit their jobs, according to Department of Labor (DOL). Food services lost 892,000 workers, 721,000 employees quit the retail industry and even more workers left education and healthcare. The start of the pandemic saw record high unemployment and by July 2021 the United States hit another record high – 11.1 million jobs … [Read more...] about Closed:
Industry FocusEconomic Development
The importance of a diversified economy has never been clearer than in the aftermath of the COVID pandemic. Economic development agencies have an important role to play in bringing companies to Nevada and helping create that diversification. Recently, executives representing this industry met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to discuss these vital … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Economic Development in the Time of COVID-19Diversify, Grow, Survive or Thrive
“Before March 2020, Nevada led the country in producing new jobs,” said Jonas Peterson, president and CEO, Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA). “Our economic development plan was working, and our economy was consistently becoming more diverse.” Across the state, manufacturing, logistics, distribution, technology and healthcare sectors were growing. In February, Nevada’s … [Read more...] about Economic Development in the Time of COVID-19
Family Owned Businesses 2020
Nevada State Bank is proud to join Nevada Business Magazine in celebrating the accomplishments of the 2020 Family Owned Business award finalists. Although each family business is unique, successful companies share qualities like perseverance, ingenuity, teamwork and community service – qualities exemplified by the businesses featured this year. This year will long be … [Read more...] about Family Owned Businesses 2020
State Guidance on Mining, Construction and Manufacturing Businesses
Here is the just released State guidance on Mining, Construction and Manufacturing. Since these industries cannot do their work remotely, and do not generally operate in groups or deal with the public in large numbers, like a bar or a restaurant, they are provided this additional guidance as they continue to meet the needs of their customers and the community. In short, keep … [Read more...] about State Guidance on Mining, Construction and Manufacturing Businesses
Definition of Non-Essential
To all community members: Here is more information on the Governor's press conference and the State's response to the virus. In short - This is serious and every effort should be made to limit close contact with others, especially in large groups. The definition of non-essential: Non-essential services and sectors include, but are not limited to: * Entertainment … [Read more...] about Definition of Non-Essential
Around the StateDecember 2019
UNLV School of Medicine Achieves Accreditation Milestone The UNLV School of Medicine (SOM) has been granted provisional accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). The school is on track for full accreditation by 2021 or 2022. The LCME is the accrediting body for schools of medicine in the US and Canada. The school earned preliminary accreditation in … [Read more...] about Around the State