Graduating high school students and job seekers hoping to start a new career in transportation, construction, engineering or design are invited to attend Careers in Motion on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dallas Ballroom inside Texas Station, located at 2101 Texas Star Lane, North Las Vegas, NV 89032. Employers such as Keolis North America, MV … [Read more...] about Fast Track a Career at “Careers in Motion” on May 16 at Texas Station
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Leading Local Executives Re-Elected to NCET Board
Matt Fisher, Maria Gerlinger, Andrea Quiruz, Toni Quiruz and Chuck Sweeney have been re-elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology. Fisher, re-elected as vice president for special projects, works as a product visionary for Trakker Design Research, … [Read more...] about Leading Local Executives Re-Elected to NCET Board
Cox Distributes $35,000 in Diversity Scholarships to 10 Graduating Seniors and Extends Its Commitment to $350,000
Las Vegas – Cox Las Vegas distributed $35,000 in diversity scholarships to 10 college-bound, high school seniors as part of its annual Cox Diversity Scholarship program during an annual ceremony on April 26 at TPC Summerlin. The company also announced a $175,000 five-year extension of its diversity scholarship program in support of graduating seniors. As has been the case … [Read more...] about Cox Distributes $35,000 in Diversity Scholarships to 10 Graduating Seniors and Extends Its Commitment to $350,000
Fingerprinting Express Offers Complimentary Fingerprint Services to Teachers Statewide in Honor of Teacher Appreciation Week
Fingerprinting Express is offering 400 teachers free fingerprinting services, in May, during Teacher Appreciation Week. Fingerprinting Express is based in Nevada with stores in Reno, Carson City, South West Las Vegas and Central Las Vegas, is the leader in fingerprinting, Notary, passport photos and additional services across the state of Nevada. They are proud to announce that … [Read more...] about Fingerprinting Express Offers Complimentary Fingerprint Services to Teachers Statewide in Honor of Teacher Appreciation Week
Nevada’s Charter Schools Just May Be the Answer
For those of us in business, it should come as no surpise that privately run charter schools are out performing traditional government run schools, by a landslide. We’re all frustrated with our state’s dismal ranking in education. Did you know that, according to a report by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, in 2014 Nevada’s charter schools moved up nine spots in … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Charter Schools Just May Be the Answer
Higher Learning: Education in Nevada
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is in the process of becoming a true system as Nevada’s educational climate shifts to meet the needs of Nevada citizens and businesses. Those needs are creating a change from individual institutions working alone to meet those needs to a system of institutions working together. “There’s quite a bit that’s new in higher education,” … [Read more...] about Higher Learning: Education in Nevada
Iconic Women of Distinction Awards 2018
An Iconic History NAWBO Southern Nevada The mission of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Southern Nevada is to educate, empower and promote women business owners to experience success in all economic, political and social arenas. The organization provides informative and success driven monthly meetings which include time devoted to networking with other … [Read more...] about Iconic Women of Distinction Awards 2018
Henderson Chamber to Explore the Benefits of Internships
Monthly networking breakfast to feature panel discussion May 8 HENDERSON – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly networking breakfast, “The Value of Internships to Employers and Company Workforce Planning,” presented by Bradford Glover of College of Southern Nevada, Nicole Wesley of Nevada State College and Las Vegas Councilman Col. (Ret.) Steve Seroka, … [Read more...] about Henderson Chamber to Explore the Benefits of Internships
Nevada State Bank Celebrates Teach Children to Save Day with $8,000 Donation to Ruby Thomas Elementary School
On Friday, April 20, 2018, Nevada State Bank presented a check for $8,000 to Ruby Thomas Elementary School in celebration of Teach Children to Save (TCTS) and to support the school’s education efforts. In addition, bank employees presented timely financial lessons on “saving money” to Kindergarten, First, Second, Third and Fifth grade students. TCTS, a free national program … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Celebrates Teach Children to Save Day with $8,000 Donation to Ruby Thomas Elementary School
United Way of Southern Nevada Announces $1 Million to Support Agencies Solving Community Problems
United Way is shaking up the landscape of how agencies are funded - driving coalition building and evidence-based outcomes in its first multi-year funding process LAS VEGAS – The United Way of Southern Nevada is currently seeking proposals to support agencies and coalitions solving community problems. The $1,000,000 multi-year funding is a new way to support organizations … [Read more...] about United Way of Southern Nevada Announces $1 Million to Support Agencies Solving Community Problems
Henderson Takes Flight
It’s the second largest city in the state, but when Henderson residents talk about their city, they talk about community. As a community, Henderson has created a strategic plan to guide growth, looking ahead 20 to 30 years to make sure it’s still a city residents love. People who live in Henderson talk about the active lifestyle, entrepreneurial drive, outdoor recreation, … [Read more...] about Henderson Takes Flight
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
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
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?
USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts Spring Scholarship Social
Reno – The USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Chapter will host the 2018 Spring Scholarship Social on May 3, 2018 at Whitney Peak Hotel in Reno, Nev. The event will raise funds for continuing USC student scholarships for students that hail from the northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe area. Patrick Auerbach, associate senior vice president of USC Alumni Relations, will attend and address … [Read more...] about USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts Spring Scholarship Social