LEGACY The first and longest running program of its kind in Nevada, Healthcare Heroes was born in 2006 with 10 categories and a seemingly endless supply of nominees. Since the beginning, Healthcare Heroes has been a catalyst to help grow healthcare in the Silver State. Taking the idea of contributing to healthcare a step further, the Healthcare Heroes scholarship fund was … [Read more...] about Eleventh Annual Healthcare Heroes
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Commercial Builders: The Rebound and the Growing Pains
Whereas Nevada’s commercial construction industry was all but dead five years ago, today it’s alive, with activity edging up. “We are finally in a period of growth. A lot more work is happening,” said Mac Bybee, president, Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC), Nevada Chapter, a statewide trade association that provides training, apprenticeship programs, government … [Read more...] about Commercial Builders: The Rebound and the Growing Pains
Dickson Realty Announces Kylie Rowe as Vice President of Relocation and Agent Services
Dickson Realty primed to assist those relocating to area for job opportunities Reno – Dickson Realty has announced Kylie Rowe as Vice President of Relocation and Agent Services to assist new companies moving to the region as well as to support Dickson Realty REALTORS with the tools they need to succeed. Dickson Realty is the first realty company in northern Nevada to create … [Read more...] about Dickson Realty Announces Kylie Rowe as Vice President of Relocation and Agent Services
First Independent Bank’s Mike Hix Elected to RSCVA Board of Directors
Reno - Mike Hix, senior vice president of executive banking at First Independent Bank, has joined the board of directors of the Reno-Sparks Convention and Visitors Authority (RSCVA). Hix was confirmed during the board’s meeting on Thursday, May 19, 2016. Founded in 1959, the RSCVA is responsible for promoting Washoe County’s convention and tourism industries. The … [Read more...] about First Independent Bank’s Mike Hix Elected to RSCVA Board of Directors
Melissa Davies Elected to NNHRA board
Melissa Davies, a Benefits Solutions Consultant for Reno-based Clark & Associates, has been elected to the board of directors of the Northern Nevada Human Resources Association. Davies will serve as vice president of membership for NNHRA. She has more than 10 years experience working with human resources professionals and employers to develop comprehensive … [Read more...] about Melissa Davies Elected to NNHRA board
ITS Logistics Triples Downtown Office Space for Brokerage Division
RENO — The fast-paced, fast-growing freight brokerage operations of ITS Logistics will move into office space that nearly triples the size of its previous home. The new office will occupy the entire top floor of the four-story office tower at 50 West Liberty Street in downtown Reno, NV. “The success of our fast-growing brokerage division requires more space so that we can … [Read more...] about ITS Logistics Triples Downtown Office Space for Brokerage Division
Education Outlook: Addressing the Tough Questions
Students are more than test scores, they’re the future of Nevada’s population and workforce. Schools are more than buildings, they are part of the state’s economy and essential to economic development. Education is more than learning, the process is dependent on teachers, students, families and the community. For too many years Nevada’s education system has received poor … [Read more...] about Education Outlook: Addressing the Tough Questions
Attorney Megan H. Hummel Joins Lipson, Neilson’s Las Vegas Office
The law firm of Lipson, Neilson, Cole, Seltzer, Garin, P.C. announced that attorney Megan H. Hummel has joined the firm’s Las Vegas office. Megan’s practice focuses primarily on insurance defense, commercial litigation, and appellate practice. She also has experience in the areas of construction law, maritime/admiralty law, trust & estates/probate disputes, and debt … [Read more...] about Attorney Megan H. Hummel Joins Lipson, Neilson’s Las Vegas Office
Ferrari Public Affairs Appoints Brian Reeder Associate
Ferrari Public Affairs has named Brian Reeder an Associate at the firm. Reeder joins Ferrari Public Affairs after spending three years and two legislative sessions with the Associated General Contractors (AGC) in Nevada. During his time at AGC, Brian successfully represented construction interests at the state and local level on myriad issues. He spearheaded efforts to prepare … [Read more...] about Ferrari Public Affairs Appoints Brian Reeder Associate
Healthcare Check-Up: Nevada Hospitals Continue Adapting to Changes
Today, six years after the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) was enacted, with an economic rebound and significant population enlargement in the interim, Nevada’s hospitals are still managing the impacts of those changes. Increased Volumes Most Silver State hospital systems continue to experience increased patient volumes, which is unusual considering the … [Read more...] about Healthcare Check-Up: Nevada Hospitals Continue Adapting to Changes
Around the State: April 2016
Health Plan of Nevada and Southwest Medical launch “Medicine on the Move” United Healthcare’s Health Plan of Nevada and Southwest Medical have launced a portable doctor’s office called “Medicine on the Move”. The mobile medical center is designed to lower barriers to healthcare, such as transportation, child care, work obligations and the low number of primary care physicians … [Read more...] about Around the State: April 2016
KPS3 Hires Alexia Bratiotis as Senior Account Director
RENO — KPS3 Marketing, a full-service marketing and digital communications firm, has hired Alexia Bratiotis as senior account director. She will be responsible for day-to-day management of some of the firm’s key accounts in addition to the strategic direction of their marketing communications success. Prior to joining KPS3, Bratiotis worked as the general manager for Bayer … [Read more...] about KPS3 Hires Alexia Bratiotis as Senior Account Director
USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts Spring Scholarship Social
University of Nevada, Reno Football Offensive Line Coach and Former USC Football Captain, Jonathan Himebauch, to attend Reno – The USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Chapter will host the 2016 Spring Scholarship Social on April 14, 2016 at Bistro 7 in Reno, Nev. The event will raise funds for continuing USC student scholarships for students that hail from the northern Nevada … [Read more...] about USC Northern Nevada-Lake Tahoe Alumni Chapter Hosts Spring Scholarship Social
Russian Delegation Convenes in Reno to Tackle Juvenile Justice Issues
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) moderates and participates in the discussion Reno – A delegation of Russian gender-based violence officials, hosted by the Northern Nevada International Center, visited Reno under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program on February 8, 2016. The National Council … [Read more...] about Russian Delegation Convenes in Reno to Tackle Juvenile Justice Issues
Around the State: February 2016
University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Ranks Among Best in Nation The U.S. News & World Report has ranked the University of Nevada, Reno’s College of Business at 31st out of 163 schools in the nation for having the best online MBA program. The ranking evaluated schools based solely on data related to distance education MBA programs. The College of Business’ … [Read more...] about Around the State: February 2016