The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) and the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) are partnering to launch the Nevada Economic Developers Association, or NEDA, a statewide professional association dedicated to strengthening and supporting economic development professionals across Nevada. “The creation of the Nevada Economic Developers … [Read more...] about EDAWN and LVGEA Launch Nevada Economic Developers Association
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Plumas Bank Champions Financial Literacy Through $30,000 in Donations to Community Organizations
Reno, Nev. (January 27, 2025) — Plumas Bank has donated $30,000 to supporting financial literacy initiatives across its communities through partnerships and contributions to six exceptional organizations. With a total donation of $5,000 to each organization, these funds will help provide critical financial literacy assistance to small businesses, fostering economic development … [Read more...] about Plumas Bank Champions Financial Literacy Through $30,000 in Donations to Community Organizations
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
EDAWN Declares Inaugural 2023 Reno Startup Week a Huge Success
EDAWN Declares Inaugural 2023 Reno Startup Week A Huge Success September Event Featured Hundreds of Participants from Around the World RENO, Nev. (October 17, 2023) – Reno Startup Week 2023, the inaugural week-long event celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation, concluded on September 29th with resounding success. The event featured engaging panels, workshops, … [Read more...] about EDAWN Declares Inaugural 2023 Reno Startup Week a Huge Success
Dragonfly Energy Is Presenting Sponsor of Reno Startup Week 2023
Dragonfly Energy is Presenting Sponsor of Reno Startup Week Local Success Story Leads Community Sponsors RENO, Nev. (August 23, 2023) – The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) today announced that Reno Startup Week 2023 will be sponsored by Dragonfly Energy (Nasdaq: DFLI).  The community-wide event is scheduled for Sept. 25-29. Dragonfly CEO Denis … [Read more...] about Dragonfly Energy Is Presenting Sponsor of Reno Startup Week 2023
Edawn Invites Local Entrepreneurs to Pitch Start-Ups
EDAWN Invites Local Entrepreneurs to Pitch Start-Ups New Event Created for Entrepreneur Community RENO, Nev. (February 22, 2023) – The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) is pleased to announce the creation of Elevate Reno, a community entrepreneur business pitch practice and networking event Thursday, March 23, from 5-7 p.m. This new quarterly … [Read more...] about Edawn Invites Local Entrepreneurs to Pitch Start-Ups
Nevada Business Awards2021
Welcome to the inaugural Nevada Business Awards! Thank you for being a part of this very special issue. There is a reason Nevada is known as the Battle Born state. Apart from the way Nevada became a state, the title resonates with Nevadans because of the resilience and perseverance it implies. Battle Born is particularly applicable to Nevada businesses and entrepreneurs who … [Read more...] about Nevada Business Awards
Around the StateJune 2019
UNR School of Medicine Graduates New Doctors The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) graduated 63 new doctors last month. Six of the new doctors will remain in Northern Nevada for their graduate medical education. In addition, approximately 27 percent of UNR Med students are staying in Nevada for some part of their training and 43 percent of the students … [Read more...] about Around the State
Generation Innovation: Technology Advances Nevada Economy
New, existing and relocating technology companies are making Nevada home in both metro and rural areas, bringing innovation across the board. So far, specific technology clusters have not developed. Nevada is seeing everything from bioscience to construction and telecommunications to entertainment. “In a lot of cities you have a sector that’s doing well or a place where it’s … [Read more...] about Generation Innovation: Technology Advances Nevada Economy
Made in NYC; Made Better in Reno: A Business Case Study, Bombora
Rob Armstrong, co-founder of Bombora, was looking to expand R&D operations westward from their Manhattan headquarters. Where Bombora landed might surprise many. But it shouldn’t. The company, founded in 2014, is a startup in the AdTech sector providing B2B demographic and intent data for marketers worldwide. By aggregating users into demographic segments, it deploys … [Read more...] about Made in NYC; Made Better in Reno: A Business Case Study, Bombora
Dickson Realty Announces Kylie Rowe as Vice President of Relocation and Agent Services
Dickson Realty primed to assist those relocating to area for job opportunities Reno – Dickson Realty has announced Kylie Rowe as Vice President of Relocation and Agent Services to assist new companies moving to the region as well as to support Dickson Realty REALTORS with the tools they need to succeed. Dickson Realty is the first realty company in northern Nevada to create … [Read more...] about Dickson Realty Announces Kylie Rowe as Vice President of Relocation and Agent Services
Entrepreneur Magazine Columnist to Speak to Northern Nevada Business Community About Strategy
EDAWN, Bosma Business Advisors and KPS3 host Mikal E. Belicove for free talk for established businesses and start-ups alike Reno — Mikal E. Belicove, Entrepreneur Magazine columnist and contributing writer, book author, and ‘business thinker’ who writes about emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, strategy, marketing, legal issues and more, will speak to the northern … [Read more...] about Entrepreneur Magazine Columnist to Speak to Northern Nevada Business Community About Strategy
Office Summary: Second Quarter 2015
Southern Nevada Las Vegas Valley spec office vacancy rates during Q2, 2015 ranged from 16.3 percent for Class C space to 32.1 percent for Class A. The overall vacancy rate was 21.6 percent, a decline from 21.7 percent recorded in Q1, 2015. Compared to Q2, 2014, the vacancy rate is down 1.1 points from 22.7 percent. Q2’s decline in vacancy rate makes 6 quarters with an … [Read more...] about Office Summary: Second Quarter 2015
Education: The Key to Success
A high school graduate, entering the workforce in Southern Nevada directly after graduation, earns on average $6,000 more annually than a non-graduate. At a very basic level, that’s the effect of education on the economy. Education affects more than workforce, more than the economic development that comes as a result of the talents and training of employees and more than the … [Read more...] about Education: The Key to Success
Go Anywhere From Here: Nevada’s Transportation System
When Tina Quigley became general manager of the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) she and her team went promptly to talk with officials in metropolitan areas where they’ve created transportation plans that were both funded and built, and had community support behind them. The common message from leaders in those communities was that even a public … [Read more...] about Go Anywhere From Here: Nevada’s Transportation System