Many, myself included, have lamented the role that government now plays in the home. Invading families through a variety of channels, we’ve found ourselves with a watchful “Big Brother” and it’s hard to pinpoint exactly when he entered our homes. It would be easy to say the invasion was hostile and families themselves played no part in allowing government into nearly every … [Read more...] about Has Government Taken Over for the Family? Let’s Make this “Easy”
Archives for September 2015
Where the Mind Matters: Intellectual Property
Intellectual property (IP) is where thoughts and ideas meet the material world and is commonly defined as any work or invention that’s come about as the result of creativity. A strength to the business that owns it, IP is considered an asset in bankruptcy proceedings, can be sold or lost and needs to be protected by the company that owns the property. “Intellectual property … [Read more...] about Where the Mind Matters: Intellectual Property
Nevada’s Place Among the States
Nevada has always had a unique economy, based on volatile industries like mining, which fluctuates according to the price of metals, and tourism, which depends on the U.S. and world economy. Employment, construction and the housing market in the Silver State tend to follow these industries from one extreme to the other. In this year’s report comparing Nevada to other states, … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Place Among the States
Industry Focus: Bankers
As the state bounces back from the recession, Nevada bankers agree that the outlook for their industry has improved in recent years. However, healthier industries have their own challenges such as new regulations and ambitious competition. Recently, decision-makers in the banking industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these challenges to their … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Taxes and Education: The Decision-Maker’s Perspective
I am a native Nevadan and I was publicly educated here. In fact, my father took time away from his gaming career to teach and my daughter and daughter-in-law are Nevada teachers now. I appreciate the vital role teachers and education have in our society. However, the fact is that the cost of a public education is accelerating at a rate which is exceeding our state’s economic … [Read more...] about Taxes and Education: The Decision-Maker’s Perspective
Tenth Annual Healthcare Heroes
Legacy Celebrating its 10th year, Healthcare Heroes began with the dual goal of honoring individuals that excel in healthcare and helping fund scholorships for Nevada’s future healthcare educators. After realizing there wasn’t a program in place to honor individuals that have done amazing things to propel healthcare in the Silver State, Healthcare Heroes was born with 10 … [Read more...] about Tenth Annual Healthcare Heroes
George Moore:Quick Jet Charter
Founder and CEO Quick Jet Charter https://quickjetcharter.com/ How did you first get into your profession? I attended the U.S. Air Force Academy. When I graduated, I completed Pilot training in the Air Force. I then moved up the ranks to Captain and Aircraft Commander of the KC-135 Stratotanker where I decided to attend Spears School of Business at Oklahoma State … [Read more...] about George Moore:Quick Jet Charter
Michael Dermody: Dermody Properties
Chairman and CEO Dermody Properties https://www.dermody.com/ What is your pet peeve? My pet peeve in business is not taking notes in a business meeting. My personal pet peeve is using a text to respond to something that should be talked about face to face. Communication is the key to everything we do in our lives and the more direct that is, the better the … [Read more...] about Michael Dermody: Dermody Properties
Dr. Arthur Cambeiro: SurgiSpa Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery
Owner SurgiSpa Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery https://www.surgispa.net/ How did you first get into your profession? It was an easy progression to figure out during medical school. I always knew I wanted to be a surgeon, as I have always had strong hand-eye coordination and perceptual skills. Once I embarked on my plastic surgery training, plastic surgery captured my … [Read more...] about Dr. Arthur Cambeiro: SurgiSpa Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery
Businesses Needed for Scholarship Program: At No Net Cost to Firms, Donations will Improve the Lives of Students
Despite the spin from some, Nevada business people care deeply about education in Nevada and routinely donate millions towards K-12 and higher education. Unfortunately, politicians also routinely force “contributions” by raising taxes, including the largest tax hike in Nevada history during the last legislative session. For decades, business owners and employees have paid … [Read more...] about Businesses Needed for Scholarship Program: At No Net Cost to Firms, Donations will Improve the Lives of Students
Nevada’s Office Space: Positive Headway
The office space component of Nevada’s commercial real estate market faces a long recovery following the recession. Vacancy and unemployment rates were high, inventory was excessive and landlords struggled to effect leases. In addition, after the recession new construction activity and investor property acquisitions had ceased. Typically, the sector tends to be the last to … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Office Space: Positive Headway
Red Report: September 2015
E Sale, Retail ADDRESS 821 Lamb Blvd., 89110 BUYER Orexco 1031 Exchange SELLER DCR Real Estate VI Sub I, LLC DETAILS 17,606 SF; $2,250,000 APN 140-29-301-010 BUYER’S REP Carlington Miller of Realty One SELLER’S REP Ben Millis and Chris Beets of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank Sale, Industrial ADDRESS 4280 N. Pecos Rd., 89115 BUYER BAJ, LLC SELLER JJS, LLC DETAILS … [Read more...] about Red Report: September 2015
Office Summary: Second Quarter 2015
Southern Nevada Las Vegas Valley spec office vacancy rates during Q2, 2015 ranged from 16.3 percent for Class C space to 32.1 percent for Class A. The overall vacancy rate was 21.6 percent, a decline from 21.7 percent recorded in Q1, 2015. Compared to Q2, 2014, the vacancy rate is down 1.1 points from 22.7 percent. Q2’s decline in vacancy rate makes 6 quarters with an … [Read more...] about Office Summary: Second Quarter 2015
Business Indicators: September 2015
The preliminary estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) in the second quarter of 2015 indicates an annualized rate increase of 2.3 percent. Recent Bureau of Economic Analysis revisions state that real GDP increased by 0.6 percent in the first quarter of 2014, higher than the negative 0.2 percent growth in the third estimate. Higher real GDP growth in the first … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: September 2015
If you could live in a television show, what show would it be?
“I’d like to live in ‘West Wing’ or ‘House of Cards’, although I may need to rethink the latter because a lot of people die unexpectedly…” Katie Ryan | Director, Communications and Public Policy, Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican “‘Dr. Who’ – Not because I’m a sci-fi fan, but who wouldn’t want to travel into the future and back into the past, and maybe have some impact along … [Read more...] about If you could live in a television show, what show would it be?