The White House has been trying since Obama’s first term to silence dissent, targeting conservative media outlets and conservative commentators. Why? Because they seem to be the only ones asking the hard questions. Who else is asking what really happened at Benghazi and why four of our citizens were left there to die? Who else is asking why the drone program is killing U.S. … [Read more...] about Fair and Balanced: The Role of Conservative Media
Archives for March 2013
Nevada Executives Speak Out: Power Poll 2013
As the Silver State struggles to pull itself out of the worst recession many Nevadans have seen in their lifetime, executives are beginning to see a light at the end of the tunnel. This year marks the eleventh annual Power Poll wherein Nevada Business Magazine asked executives throughout the state to speak up on issues that affect their businesses. This year’s poll illustrates … [Read more...] about Nevada Executives Speak Out: Power Poll 2013
See You in Court: Business Litigation in Nevada
Conventional wisdom says that when the recession hit in late 2007, lawsuits between businesses probably increased as companies tried everything to stay afloat, including collecting all debts owed and enforcing contractual agreements. But many attorneys working in litigation saw a decrease in lawsuits filed in most arenas. Instead, there was a rise in alternative dispute … [Read more...] about See You in Court: Business Litigation in Nevada
Industry Focus: Investment Firms
With the economic downturn, the investment landscape has changed significantly. Investors are much more careful about where they put their money and investment firms are facing a multitude of new regulations. Recently, executives representing various investment firms met at the Las Vegas offices of Snell and Wilmer to discuss these issues and what the future of their industry … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Investment Firms
Technology: Wired Up and Ready to Go
With so much of America looking hopefully to the future, the state of Nevada is building it today by taking all the right steps to become a global technology leader in the year ahead. The technology sector in Nevada “has changed so much in five years,” says Dave Archer, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Nevada Center for Entrepreneurs and Technology (NCET), a … [Read more...] about Technology: Wired Up and Ready to Go
Housing Market: Honing in on Homes
With increasing sales and home values, Nevada’s housing market shows signs of recovery and strength not seen in recent years. “We’re on a good path right now,” said Patti Kelley, president of the Nevada Association of Realtors (NAR), a group that provides services to its members and advocates for private property rights. “We’re pulling out of the worst of it and finally … [Read more...] about Housing Market: Honing in on Homes
March 2013: Around the State
Southern Nevada Regional Coalition Launches Southern Nevada Strong The Southern Nevada Regional Planning Coalition (SNRPC) has launched a large-scale regional project called Southern Nevada Strong. Between now and 2015, the project will conduct in-depth research and community engagement efforts to propose collaborative solutions to issues facing Southern Nevada. The project is … [Read more...] about March 2013: Around the State
Mark Estee: Campo
Owner, Chef Reno How did you first get into your profession? I always knew I wanted to be a chef. Ever since high school and my summer job washing dishes, I loved the action of kitchens. I spent a fair amount of time working my way up the ladder. Early on I decided I wanted to own my own restaurant. At the places I worked I acted as if I owned the place, so that was just … [Read more...] about Mark Estee: Campo
Shelly Egbert: Black Rock Mud Company
Co-Owner Gerlach How did you first get into your profession? I fell into it……literally! After many years of jumping into my family’s hot springs and feeling the cleansing and healing effects the rich, buttery mud had on my skin, I decided that this experience needed to be packaged for others to enjoy! What business advice would you give someone just starting in your … [Read more...] about Shelly Egbert: Black Rock Mud Company
Robert DeMartino: Superior Health Solutions
Clinic Director Henderson How did you first get into your profession? I was first introduced to natural healthcare after my own four-year struggle with chronic migraine headaches. I had been all over New York City from one medical specialist to another, but found no solution to my problems. It wasn’t until I found natural medicine that I got help, and that was almost 20 … [Read more...] about Robert DeMartino: Superior Health Solutions
Five Things to Think About When Considering a Payroll Service
Is it easy keeping up with approximately 400 legal and regulatory changes every year or making up to 268 tax calculations annually? Are routine administrative tasks preferable to servicing customers? It’s unlikely any business owner would answer “yes” to those questions. For most business owners, these issues are among the very last things they want to deal with. And yet, … [Read more...] about Five Things to Think About When Considering a Payroll Service
Hold On to Your Wallet: Legislature Once Again Has Taxpayers Bracing for Another Hit
No man’s life, liberty or property is safe while the legislature is in session,” Mark Twain famously said while covering the biennial mess in Carson City. Despite Twain’s warnings, Nevada lawmakers are meeting once again, for the 77th regular legislative session, and Nevada taxpayers are realizing, once again, that their property is not safe. That’s because politicians … [Read more...] about Hold On to Your Wallet: Legislature Once Again Has Taxpayers Bracing for Another Hit
Office Summary: Fourth Quarter 2012
Las Vegas During the fourth quarter of 2012, the office sector witnessed a quarter-over-quarter increase in vacancy rate. The market-wide vacancy rate for the fourth quarter of 2012 was 25.3 percent, up 0.3 percentage points when compared to the prior quarter (Q3 2012). Over one-fourth of existing office space has now been vacant for five consecutive quarters. For the year, … [Read more...] about Office Summary: Fourth Quarter 2012
March 2013: Business Indicators
First estimates for fourth quarter 2012 show U.S. real GDP decreasing by an annualized rate of 0.1 percent. Private inventory investment, federal government spending, and exports made negative contributions. The reduction in federal government spending comes after a surge in defense spending during third quarter, as a response to possible sequestration. In addition, Europe’s … [Read more...] about March 2013: Business Indicators
Who has had the greatest impact on your career?
“Dennis Finfrock and Pat Christenson both impacted my career by presenting me with opportunities to learn through success AND failure. From my interning at Thomas & Mack Center, and the years of growth that followed there and at the MGM’s arena, the experience was fantastic.” Daren Libonati • President/COO, Justice Entertainment Group “My Mom, of course. The … [Read more...] about Who has had the greatest impact on your career?