Harry Reid likes to brag about all the money and jobs he’s bringing to Nevada by “earmarking” alternative energy projects. However, a little research shows that many of the companies receiving government loan guarantees and grants aren’t even based in the United States. One recent example involves the Crescent Dunes Solar Energy Project being constructed near Tonopah. In … [Read more...] about Harry Reid and the DOE: Sending Nevada Dollars Overseas
Archives for May 2012
Banking on Nevada: Moving Forward
No one is singing Ding-Dong, the Wicked Witch is Dead just yet, but a great many bankers across Nevada are already hailing the end of the recession – or something that looks a lot like it – and searching for ways to chart a better course through 2012 and beyond. Many banks statewide have gone by the wayside, and more may still follow. But for those willing and able to … [Read more...] about Banking on Nevada: Moving Forward
2012 Most Respected CEOs
A leader, a mentor or a boss. Whatever other name you give a CEO, whether or not they’re respected by their employees is an essential part of the make-up of any organization. Respect can make the difference between success and failure for any company and the man or woman in charge is the one responsible for engendering that respect. This year’s crop of Most Respected CEO’s … [Read more...] about 2012 Most Respected CEOs
Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate
While many feel that most industries in Nevada are beginning to experience small rebounds, one industry that still has a long road ahead is the commercial real estate sector. With asking rents remaining low and the large quantities of available space on the market, brokers, builders and developers continue to feel the effects of the recession. Executives representing this … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate
Medical Marvels: Nevada’s Top Physicians
Doctors in Nevada face many challenges including overcoming past perceptions of the healthcare industry in this state. However, with new centers opening, new procedures being used and new technologies moving to the state, Nevada’s doctors are changing that perception to instead make the state known for its excellence and compassionate care. While those not directly involved … [Read more...] about Medical Marvels: Nevada’s Top Physicians
Grant “Butch” Anderson III, CPA/PFS, CFP®: Muckel Anderson CPAs
Chief Executive Officer, Founder Reno Number of Employees: 28 Years in Nevada: 53 Years with Company: 15 How did you first get into your profession? The tax and accounting profession is a family business. My grandfather was an accountant for the state of Nevada and my Dad was a CPA with Harrigan & Anderson, a firm he started in 1975. I guess you can say it’s in … [Read more...] about Grant “Butch” Anderson III, CPA/PFS, CFP®: Muckel Anderson CPAs
May 2012: Around the State
The Learning Center Offers “Green” Computing Classes The Learning Center has entered into a training agreement with the Nevada State Energy Sector Partnership to offer “Green IT” classes to employers at no cost. The training is offered under a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Division for the purpose of improving existing worker skills through … [Read more...] about May 2012: Around the State
Inflated Salaries Revealed: More than 1,000 government employees made over $200,000 in total compensation in 2011
Pop quiz time. Who made more in base pay in 2011: Gov. Brian Sandoval — at $143,426.25 — or the parks director for the City of Reno? Who made more in base pay in 2011: Any of Clark County’s 15 top-paid senior attorneys or Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto, who earned $140,389.37? Finally, who made more in base pay in 2011: Gov. Brian Sandoval or the building and … [Read more...] about Inflated Salaries Revealed: More than 1,000 government employees made over $200,000 in total compensation in 2011
Commercial Real Estate Faces Myriad of Issues: NAIOP Board Members Visit Washington
For several years, NAIOP, the commercial real estate development association, has established and supported initiatives that will help define the industry going forward. These efforts include, but are not limited to, commercial development and redevelopment, roadway and highway infrastructure improvement, economic development, workforce investment and sustainable … [Read more...] about Commercial Real Estate Faces Myriad of Issues: NAIOP Board Members Visit Washington
The Economics of Art: Nevada’s arts and culture
Financial challenges experienced by Nevada residents are mirrored by Nevada arts and culture organizations. During the economic downturn Nevada is still working to bounce back from, some Nevada arts organizations have thrived, some have come into being and some have closed their doors. While going through a recession, the arts may seem like a luxury Nevadans can’t afford. … [Read more...] about The Economics of Art: Nevada’s arts and culture
Industrial Summary: Fourth Quarter 2011
Las Vegas The Las Vegas Valley industrial market continues to report rising vacancies and further pricing adjustments. The vacancy rate moved upward to 19.0 percent as 418,900 square feet of negative net absorption was reported during the first quarter of 2012. For comparison purposes, the vacancy rate is up 0.4 percentage points from the previous quarter (Q4 2011), and is … [Read more...] about Industrial Summary: Fourth Quarter 2011
May 2012: Business Indicators
U.S. real GDP grew at an annualized rate of 3.0 percent during fourth quarter 2011, representing a substantial gain over the third-quarter rate of 1.8 percent. Consumption spending and inventory investment were particularly strong. Residential and business fixed investment slowed. Imports and government spending made negative contributions. U.S. nonfarm employment rose by only … [Read more...] about May 2012: Business Indicators
What U.S. President do you most respect?
“Abraham Lincoln because of his perserverance.” Kyle Nagy •Current President, Southern Nevada NAIOP, Director, Commercial Capital Advisors “Easily, it’s George Washington. He had the power to appoint himself as a dictator after the American Revolution. Instead, he became the only man in history who could demand absolute power and maintain the humility to abdicate it for … [Read more...] about What U.S. President do you most respect?