The “second” estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) in the second quarter of 2015 indicates an annualized rate increase of 3.7 percent, which is a significant upward revision from the advance estimate of 2.3 percent. The Bureau of Economic Analysis stated that second-quarter increases in real GDP mostly reflected strong consumer spending. More generally, personal … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: October 2015
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Senior Management Team Announced for Golden Entertainment
LAS VEGAS – Golden Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:GDEN), headquartered in Las Vegas, announced the restructuring of its executive management team as a result of the recent merger between Golden Gaming and Lakes Entertainment. Blake L. Sartini will serve as chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer of Golden Entertainment, Inc. Prior to the closing of the … [Read more...] about Senior Management Team Announced for Golden Entertainment
Workforce Connections is Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award Honoree
Las Vegas - Workforce Connections, Southern Nevada’s Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB), has been selected as a 2015 Business Excellence Award honoree by the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce. Workforce Connections will be honored at the Chamber’s annual Business Excellence Awards Luncheon on Thursday, October 8, 2015 at Aria Resort & Casino. “We are proud to … [Read more...] about Workforce Connections is Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Award Honoree
West Henderson Speculative Industrial Big Box Facility Announced
Las Vegas – Panattoni Development Company and Hillwood Investment Properties have formed a joint venture to develop a ±480,000-square-foot speculative bulk warehouse facility as Phase II of the South 15 Airport Park. The building will be constructed on a 28-acre site the partners recently acquired in the West Henderson industrial park. The South 15 Airport Center, located … [Read more...] about West Henderson Speculative Industrial Big Box Facility Announced
Colliers International | Las Vegas Updates Sept. 28, 2015
LAS VEGAS – Colliers International – Las Vegas announced the finalization of a lease to Floor R Forever LLC. The approximately 18,000-square-foot industrial property is located in Jonathan Park at 3311 Meade Ave., suite B in Las Vegas. Dean Willmore, SIOR of Colliers International, represented the lessor, Jonathan Park LLC. LAS VEGAS – Colliers International – Las Vegas … [Read more...] about Colliers International | Las Vegas Updates Sept. 28, 2015
Nevada State Bank Helps Award $20,000 Grant to Golden Rainbow
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank, through a partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, awarded a $20,000 AHEAD grant to Golden Rainbow of Nevada, Inc. Nevada State Bank will administer the funds for the organization. Golden Rainbow will use the grant funds to make improvements to its donated office space in order to better serve those who are HIV/AIDS … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Helps Award $20,000 Grant to Golden Rainbow
Rare Investment Opportunity – NNN Leased Industrial Property
Auction.com and Gatski Commercial Real Estate Services, on behalf of the owner, are pleased to offer an exceptional opportunity to qualified principals to acquire the Hajoca Industrial Building. A single-tenant industrial building built in 1994 situated on two separate parcels totaling ±4.11 acres with ±39,995 square feet of building area. The property is currently 100% … [Read more...] about Rare Investment Opportunity – NNN Leased Industrial Property
First Independent Bank Promotes Aninao to Small Business and Consumer Lending
Anson Aninao has been promoted to small business and consumer lending officer at First Independent Bank, a division of Western Alliance Bank. Previously Aninao was a personal banker focused on new accounts. Born and raised in Reno, Aninao spent the past seven years working in the Northern Nevada banking industry with responsibilities in consumer loans as well as business … [Read more...] about First Independent Bank Promotes Aninao to Small Business and Consumer Lending
PT’S Entertainment Group Announces Partnership with Uber Las Vegas
Tavern guests can score their first ride for free LAS VEGAS – PT’s Entertainment Group (PTEG), a division of Golden Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:GDEN) and the largest traditional tavern operator in Nevada, announced a partnership with Uber that will provide their guests with a convenient option for getting to and from PT’s, Sierra Gold and Sean Patrick’s locations…for … [Read more...] about PT’S Entertainment Group Announces Partnership with Uber Las Vegas
Nevada State Bank Names Erica Benson and Curt Chambers Branch Managers
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank has named Erica Benson and Curt Chambers branch managers. Benson and Chambers will oversee the branch staff, client services and banking operations. Benson will manage the Twain and Jones branch located at 3688 S. Jones Blvd. She has been with Nevada State Bank for more than 13 years, holding numerous positions in retail and small … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Names Erica Benson and Curt Chambers Branch Managers
Downtown Summerlin Celebrates the Holiday Season with the Downtown Summerlin Holiday Parade
Ice Rink, Photos with Santa and Additional Entertainment Planned Through the Season Downtown Summerlin will officially kick off the holiday season on Friday, Nov. 20, with the first annual Downtown Summerlin Holiday Parade. Destined to become a Las Vegas holiday tradition, these magical evenings will be a holiday spectacle for the entire family. The Downtown Summerlin … [Read more...] about Downtown Summerlin Celebrates the Holiday Season with the Downtown Summerlin Holiday Parade
PDQ to Partner with National Breast Cancer Foundation for Month of October
LAS VEGAS – PDQ (People Dedicated to Quality) restaurants and National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. (NBCF) are joining forces again in 2015 to help raise money this October as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For the second consecutive year, PDQ will sell pink t-shirts in all of its restaurants, and this year’s original design was created by South Florida artist … [Read more...] about PDQ to Partner with National Breast Cancer Foundation for Month of October
The Walmart Foundation Awards $455,000 to Nevada Nonprofits
The Walmart Foundation’s Nevada State Giving Program has awarded $455,000 to eight nonprofits throughout the state dedicated to serving residents through its core areas of giving: hunger relief and healthy eating, sustainability, career opportunity and women’s economic empowerment. The Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program supports organizations that create opportunities … [Read more...] about The Walmart Foundation Awards $455,000 to Nevada Nonprofits
Nevada State College Announces New School of Education Dean Dennis Potthoff
Henderson – Nevada State College (NSC) has hired experienced educator and college administrator Dennis Potthoff, Ph.D., to be the dean of its School of Education. “Over the course of my career, I have made it a priority to create a classroom environment that encourages a high level of student participation,” Potthoff said. “At NSC, that is still my goal in working with our … [Read more...] about Nevada State College Announces New School of Education Dean Dennis Potthoff
Bank of Nevada’s John Guedry to be Honored with The Public Education Foundation’s 2015 Education Hero Award
LAS VEGAS - Bank of Nevada Chief Executive Officer John Guedry will be honored with The Public Education Foundation’s 2015 Education Hero Award, for his continued dedication to exploring ideas and strategies which promote excellence in public education. Mr. Guedry will receive the award during The Public Education Foundation’s 19th Annual Education Hero Award Dinner on October … [Read more...] about Bank of Nevada’s John Guedry to be Honored with The Public Education Foundation’s 2015 Education Hero Award