Nevada is known for many things, but agriculture, dairy, and ranching are usually not among the state's accolades. However, alongside the flashing lights of the Las Vegas Strip, the professional sports teams, the legendary aliens at Area 51 and the vast desert expanses of land, there exists a thriving agricultural industry and other economic contributors grown in … [Read more...] about Grown in Nevada
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The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Redesigns Website to Improve Access to Judicial Education Resources
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, the oldest judicial membership and education nonprofit headquartered in Reno, announces the launch of its modernized website––ncjfcj.org. The upgraded site strengthens support for communities and courtrooms across juvenile and family justice systems.“The NCJFCJ website is a significant platform for resources accessible … [Read more...] about The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Redesigns Website to Improve Access to Judicial Education Resources
Everything’s Waiting for YouWandering Around Nevada’s Downtowns
A railroad. A river. A watering hole in the desert. The one place for commerce in a nascent city. The origin of Nevada downtowns is as varied as its cities that sprang up because of mining, or a railroad, or a river. Industries in downtowns build out from the core, expanding into new areas of city. Similar businesses follow, suppliers locate nearby, residents … [Read more...] about Everything’s Waiting for You
Matt Clafton
Senior Vice President/Regional Manager Alston Construction Type of Business: General Contractor Based: Reno & Las Vegas Hails from: Spokane, WA Years Org. has been in Nevada: 24 Years with Organization in Nevada: 20 Employees in NV: 37 How did you get into your profession? I grew up in a construction family, studied civil engineering in college and after … [Read more...] about Matt Clafton
Nevada Small Business Development Center Seeks Participation in Anonymous Survey
July 27, 2022 Input needed from Nevada’s small businesses Nevada Small Business Development Center seeks participation in anonymous survey RENO, Nev. — Nevada small businesses are encouraged to participate in a confidential survey this summer conducted by the Nevada Small Business Development Center in the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business and the … [Read more...] about Nevada Small Business Development Center Seeks Participation in Anonymous Survey
Commercial RE Report: Industrial SummaryQ4 2021
Northern Nevada By Angel Orozco and Garrett Shutt, CBRE The Reno Industrial market has experienced exponential growth throughout 2021. The region has consistently been a target for large corporate manufacturing and distribution sites, but the pandemic has sky rocketed demand with no signs of stopping. The lack of Class A and B product in the market, led to a rise in … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report: Industrial Summary
Around the StateSeptember 2021
Home Means Nevada Co. Clothing Goes Statewide The Reno-headquartered Home Means Nevada Co. clothing brand has announced the opening of its third Nevada location at the District at Green Valley Ranch in Henderson. The company began as a Reno t-shirt brand and has grown to represent the Nevada lifestyle on a national scale. The retailer has three locations in Nevada and has … [Read more...] about Around the State
David B. Walker
CEONevada Museum of Art Type of Business: Art MuseumBased In: Reno, NevadaHails From: Santa Monica, California Years Co. has been in Nevada: 90Years with Co. in Nevada: 14Employees with Co.: 70+ “Failing to prepare is preparing to fail.” What was your first job? At 14 years old I landed a busboy job at a popular steak and seafood restaurant. This led to eight … [Read more...] about David B. Walker
Power Poll 2021Everything has Changed
In the last year, there have been significant changes to nearly every aspect of daily life. It seems no one was unaffected by the COVID pandemic that swept the world. Activities that were once taken for granted have now been limited or, in some cases, are simply gone. From new technologies to accommodate work from home to mask mandates and supply shortages, everything has … [Read more...] about Power Poll 2021
Nevada UtilitiesConservation & Creativity
Despite COVID-19 shutting down business as usual, Nevada utilities companies grew over the past year. New customers signed on. New pilot programs started up. New agreements between agencies were entered into. New sources for commodities and renewable resources were found. Disconnects for nonpayment were suspended in response to the pandemic. “Utilities in Nevada have been … [Read more...] about Nevada Utilities
Industry FocusEducation
Education in Nevada right now is going through a trial by fire as teachers and administrators try to find the best way to continue teaching amidst a pandemic. From distance learning to increased gaps in student needs, 2020 has been a challenging year for educators. Recently, leaders in education met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to discuss their … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Around the StateDecember 2019
UNLV School of Medicine Achieves Accreditation Milestone The UNLV School of Medicine (SOM) has been granted provisional accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). The school is on track for full accreditation by 2021 or 2022. The LCME is the accrediting body for schools of medicine in the US and Canada. The school earned preliminary accreditation in … [Read more...] about Around the State
Entitlements and ZoningGetting Through the Process
Some industry-specific terms become part of the general language even when not everyone can define them. Most people understand what zoning means. But ask a handful of representatives from different government entities how their entitlements process works and most will respond with, “What do you mean by entitlements?” Clarifying the Term “You own a piece of … [Read more...] about Entitlements and Zoning
Industry Focus: Education
Improving education in the Silver State has long been a priority for Nevadans. Recently, leaders in education met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss opportunities on the horizon to elevate Nevada’s education rankings. Connie Brennan, CEO, and publisher of Nevada Business Magazine served as moderator for the event. These monthly meetings are designed to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education
Around the State: May 2017
Women in Technology to be Recognized at Ceremony The fourth annual Las Vegas Women in Technology awards is being held on June 2nd. The ceremony is presented by the Las Vegas Community Tech Fund, WomenAdvancing.org and HiTech Las Vegas. The awards are presented to acknowledge the contributions of women in Las Vegas’ technology sector and honors are from a wide range of … [Read more...] about Around the State: May 2017