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
Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA)
Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance Interim President & CEO Concludes Tenure, Continues as Strategic Advisor
The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) announces the departure of Interim President & CEO Betsy Fretwell, who will conclude her role at the end of the month. She will continue to support the organization as a Strategic Advisor through the end of 2025. Fretwell stepped into the interim role in January 2025, guiding the organization through a period of transition … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance Interim President & CEO Concludes Tenure, Continues as Strategic Advisor
45th Annual Las Vegas Perspective Highlights Financial Innovation and Southern Nevada Market Growth in Region’s Economic Forecast
The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA), in partnership with its Perspective Council sponsors, hosted the 45th annual Las Vegas Perspective, Southern Nevada’s largest economic development event at ARIA Resort & Casino on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Local community, business, and elected leaders were in attendance as distinguished speakers shared valuable findings and … [Read more...] about 45th Annual Las Vegas Perspective Highlights Financial Innovation and Southern Nevada Market Growth in Region’s Economic Forecast
Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance Names Trailblazing Economic Developer, Danielle Casey, as New President & CEO
LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) has announced Danielle Casey as its new President & CEO. Casey will assume her role with LVGEA towards the end of August, bringing more than two decades of experience in economic development, with a proven track record of driving business growth through strategic planning, public administration, business attraction, … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance Names Trailblazing Economic Developer, Danielle Casey, as New President & CEO
New Internship Program by LVGEA, Blackstone LaunchPad, and StartUp Vegas Aims to Empower Future Innovators
LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) has partnered with Blackstone LaunchPad and StartUp Vegas to support their newest internship program, which aims to close the workforce opportunity gap by equipping college students with entrepreneurial skills and internship opportunities to help them build lasting careers. Blackstone LaunchPad’s programming helps … [Read more...] about New Internship Program by LVGEA, Blackstone LaunchPad, and StartUp Vegas Aims to Empower Future Innovators
LVGEA Touts Targeted Approach in Annual Economic Update
LAS VEGAS– On Tuesday, Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) hosted 350-plus community leaders during its annual State of Economic Development (SOED) program inside the Thomas & Mack Strip View Pavilion. The annual event is the largest public-private program centered on the region’s economic development efforts. LVGEA shared its pivot to a more strategic and … [Read more...] about LVGEA Touts Targeted Approach in Annual Economic Update
LVGEA Welcomes Three Additions to LVGEA50 Board of Directors
LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) welcomes three new members to serve on its LVGEA50 Board of Directors, a diverse group of public and private sector leaders, which also stands as the largest business board of its kind in Nevada. “Welcoming these three exceptional local business executives to our board reinforces our commitment to creating a diverse and … [Read more...] about LVGEA Welcomes Three Additions to LVGEA50 Board of Directors
Nevada’s Tech BoomThe Rise of Technology
Nevada continues to grow by leaps and bounds in population, industry and economic diversity. One of the areas where this growth is evident is in the technology industry. While Silicon Valley in San Jose, California, is still considered to be the “go-to” destination for all things tech, Nevada is beginning to chip away at that record. According to the website Tech … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Tech Boom
Two Companies Projected To Create 100+ New Jobs for Las Vegas Residents
LAS VEGAS— The Las Vegas job market continues to expand in 2024 as two companies plan to enter the market, which could create over 100 high-paying, high quality jobs over the next two years. The announcement comes after the two companies, Edgewood Renewables and Hard Eight Nutrition were approved for state tax abatements today during the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic … [Read more...] about Two Companies Projected To Create 100+ New Jobs for Las Vegas Residents
Regional Workforce Talent Pipeline Summit Works to Bridge Gap between Talent Supply and Demand
LAS VEGAS — Workforce Connections (WC) and Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) hosted an industry-driven regional Workforce Talent Pipeline Summit earlier today at M Resort, the first of its kind hosted in Southern Nevada. As part of the ongoing regional Industry Sector Partnerships initiative, the half-day event brought together 200+ industry, education, and workforce … [Read more...] about Regional Workforce Talent Pipeline Summit Works to Bridge Gap between Talent Supply and Demand
The Last WordWhat Are You Thankful For?
Bill Arent Chief Business Development OfficerLas Vegas Global Economic Alliance “I am thankful for: the privilege of working with a great team, a loving wife, five amazing children and most of all the love God has shown me through His Son Jesus.” Celena Dilullo PresidentPalm Mortuaries and Cemeteries “I am forever thankful for my staff and their dedication … [Read more...] about The Last Word
Game OnSporting Venues in Nevada
Since the 1940s Nevada has been synonymous with casinos and is often hailed as the entertainment capital of the world. For the longest time, this entertainment was marketed for adults, including combat sports such as boxing and the UFC. However, since the Vegas Golden Knights made their appearance in 2017 the landscape of Nevada sports has broadened significantly. In the last … [Read more...] about Game On
Industry FocusEconomic Development
Relatively speaking, Nevada’s economy is in its infancy. And despite success in gaming, tourism and entertainment, the Silver State’s economic development faces numerous challenges. Recently, economic specialists met at a roundtable sponsored by City National Bank and held in Las Vegas to discuss the current and future economy of Nevada including its lack of funding, a missing … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
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
Last WordWhat advice would you give an entrepreneur who is just getting started?
Jeff Saling Executive DirectorStartUpNV “One of the most romantic and cruelest notions is ‘if you build it, they will come.’ Many new entrepreneurs think success is dependent on their business idea or invention. In reality, it's all about execution.” Stephanie Kruse FounderKPS3 Marketing “Don't be afraid but, simultaneously, be terrified. You need both. … [Read more...] about Last Word