Businesses can expect health insurance costs to continue to rise in the short term, but stabilization might be in sight. Nevada health insurance executives suggest a number of factors could indicate relief for businesses when it comes to health insurance costs in the long-term future. Following years of negative reaction to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), signed into law in … [Read more...] about The Insured State: Health Insurance in Nevada
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Industry Focus: Professional Organizations
Professional organizations have undergone a myriad of changes in recent years and the prevalence of social media has both benefited and added a new layer of challenges to the industry. Professional organization executives recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the industry and most agreed, collaboration is key. Connie Brennan, publisher and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Professional Organizations
A Home Run: Nevada’s Residential Market
It’s a simple law of Nevada economics: When folks are working, they buy houses. And when they’re making good money, they buy better houses. Those economics are driving stronger residential sales and construction across the state, and executives see little reason for worry about the continued health of the residential sector. Employers added 37,700 positions statewide during … [Read more...] about A Home Run: Nevada’s Residential Market
Encourage Businesses to Invest in Education: Expand Educational Choice
Democrat gubernatorial candidate Steve Sisolak unveiled his education platform last month and, despite his best efforts, he unintentionally made a strong case for expanding Nevada’s only funded educational-choice program: Opportunity Tax-Credit Scholarships. “People want to help” improve education, said Sisolak, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. “Businesses want to … [Read more...] about Encourage Businesses to Invest in Education: Expand Educational Choice
Movers & Shakers: Kevin Burke
President & CEO Burke Construction Group Inc. (33 years in Nevada) Type of Business: Commercial General Contracting Firm | Hails from: Mulvane, Kansas | 28 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas, NV How did you first get into your profession? Since my father was an engineer, I was inspired to follow in his footsteps, and received a degree in Mechanical … [Read more...] about Movers & Shakers: Kevin Burke
Around the State: April 2018
UNR School of Medicine Granted Full Accreditation through 2026 The Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) has granted the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine a renewed accreditation through the year 2026. The school spent a year preparing for the accreditation visit last October. Nevada’s Freight Plan Named Among Nation’s Best According to the American … [Read more...] about Around the State: April 2018
Welcome to Nevada: April 2018
AeroSpec NDT Services Serving the commercial aviation, defense, pipeline and automotive industries, AeroSpec NDT will provide non-destructive testing (NDT) for established brands, such as Boeing, Cessna, Goodrich and ATK Alliant, among others. The company is establishing its corporate headquarters in Washoe County. AeroSpec NDT hopes to hire 30 individuals from the local … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: April 2018
Tax Law Update: What the Changes Mean for Business
In December 2017, President Trump signed the most comprehensive tax reform bill since 1986. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes significant changes to the tax filings for individuals and businesses. For personal filings, the individual maximum tax rate has been reduced to 37 percent from 39.6 percent. At the same time, personal exemptions have been eliminated and the … [Read more...] about Tax Law Update: What the Changes Mean for Business
Red Report: April 2018
E Sale, Multi-Family Address 424 S 13th St., 89101 Buyer SDS Realty Corp Seller Vega Villita Apartments, LLC Details 32 units; $54,843/unit APN 139-34-811-051 Seller Rep Blake Leavitt of Wardley Real Estate Sale, Land Address Carey Ave. & Nellis Blvd., 89115 Buyer Doumani Holdings LLC Seller NMG Capital Partners II & GKT5 LLC Details 2.3 acre; $1.25 … [Read more...] about Red Report: April 2018
Business Indicators: April 2018
The “second” estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the fourth quarter of 2017 rose at an annual rate of 2.5 percent, down slightly from the previous estimate of 2.6 percent. The revision reflected a smaller private inventory investment than previously reported. Consumer spending accelerated to the fastest pace in a year, and business investment, residential … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: April 2018
Retail Summary: Fourth Quarter 2017
Northern Nevada by NAI Alliance The Reno/Sparks retail market saw mixed results in the fourth quarter of 2017. The total gross absorption was 51,733 square feet during the quarter with 28 tenants opening stores. The largest tenant opening was the 7,000 square foot Verity Fitness in the Northtowne Marketplace near Winco. There was a negative net absorption of 73,122 … [Read more...] about Retail Summary: Fourth Quarter 2017
What Teacher Had the Most Impact on You?
“My father, Professor Rogers, always shared his passion for business strategy and leadership with me. He encouraged me to strive for excellence and lead by example. The businesswoman I am today is because of him.” Akilah Rogers, General Manager | Opendoor Las Vegas “Mr. Peterson, AP English. He glued ducks’ feet to the ceiling, which made it seem like we were under … [Read more...] about What Teacher Had the Most Impact on You?
Henderson, Boulder City Chambers Gather to Celebrate Museum
Mixer to commemorate 50 years of the Clark County Museum April 26 HENDERSON – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce will join with the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce to celebrate 50 years of the Clark County Museum during a mixer from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 26 at the museum, located at 1830 S. Boulder Highway in Henderson. Commissioner James Gibson and Mark Hall-Patton, … [Read more...] about Henderson, Boulder City Chambers Gather to Celebrate Museum
Fourteenth Fold Fundraiser to Benefit Folded Flag Foundation Featured at the Boulevard Penthouse Suite, March 29
What: Join the Fold for an exclusive experience at The Boulevard Penthouse Suite at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, March 29, 2018 from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Sponsored by Dignity Health, guests will enjoy live music, hors d’ouevers and a sampling of Foley Family Wines’ finest labels, all while taking in breathtaking views of the Las Vegas Strip in the 5,000 square foot penthouse … [Read more...] about Fourteenth Fold Fundraiser to Benefit Folded Flag Foundation Featured at the Boulevard Penthouse Suite, March 29
Brothers and Sisters Separated in Foster Care to Come Together for National Siblings Day
On Saturday, April 7, 2018, in partnership with FOX5's Take 5 To Care, St. Jude's Ranch for Children will hold its third annual National Siblings Day Festival at Tivoli Village on Rampart and Alta to raise awareness of brothers and sisters separated in foster care. The community, including brothers and sisters Valley-wide, are invited to celebrate with these children and young … [Read more...] about Brothers and Sisters Separated in Foster Care to Come Together for National Siblings Day