At some banks, customers are greeted by a computer-generated voice and a menu full of options when they call with an inquiry. If they remember which number to press, they might be lucky enough to speak with an actual person. No more, said Don Anderson, senior vice president of Marine Bank, who is out to change the long-held premise that banks are aloof and uncaring. Anderson … [Read more...] about Marine Bank Drops Anchor in Southern Nevada
Archives for May 2002
Nevada’s Office Outlook: Brokers “Cautiously Upbeat”
If first and second quarter office space activity reports continue to be robust (and there’s every indication they will), Nevada – both the southern and northern markets – will enjoy a better year than it did in 2001, say real estate industry experts, but with a hint of hesitancy in their collective voices. Last year, transactions in all office market classes statewide came to … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Office Outlook: Brokers “Cautiously Upbeat”
Carson Taylor Harvey: Veteran Contracting Firm Gets New Name
Las Vegas’ oldest general contracting firm has a new name to reflect its affiliation with a national company, but has the same mission that has earned it respect for more than 50 years. Carson Construction Co., founded in 1946 by Don Carson, began operating under its new name in March. The Las Vegas operation was acquired three years ago by Taylor Ball Corp., a national general … [Read more...] about Carson Taylor Harvey: Veteran Contracting Firm Gets New Name
May 2002: Building Nevada Briefs
Reno Events Center Approved The Reno City Council recently approved a series of measures to facilitate the construction of an events center in downtown Reno. The city plans to renovate the existing National Bowling Stadium and construct a new facility on the next block. The two buildings will be connected by a bridge above Fourth Street. When completed, the facility will offer … [Read more...] about May 2002: Building Nevada Briefs
May 2002: Business Indicators
The National Bureau of Economic Research declared in late November 2001 that the U.S. economy peaked in March 2001. Attention quickly turned to discussions of a recession and the likely length of the contraction trough. Typically, recessionary periods last at least six months, and usually longer, though in recent business cycles recessions have become shorter. Before Sept. … [Read more...] about May 2002: Business Indicators
May 2002: Business Up Front
The Executive Shift Today’s busy manager is likely to feel there aren’t enough minutes in the day, according to a recent survey released by Robert Half International Inc., a staffing service specializing in the accounting, finance and information technology fields. The survey, conducted by an independent research firm, included responses from 150 executives with the nation’s … [Read more...] about May 2002: Business Up Front
This Time It’s Personal: We’re All Affected by the Doctor Exodus
"Note to the last obstetrician to leave Southern Nevada: Please turn out the lights." Letter to Gov. Kenny Guinn from the Clark County Obstetrics and Gynecology Society I expressed my opinion last month on the crisis caused by Nevada’s physicians leaving the state, but since the problem is still in the headlines (as it should be), let’s revisit it again and get a little … [Read more...] about This Time It’s Personal: We’re All Affected by the Doctor Exodus
Industry Focus: Communications – Dialing Up the Future
On March 20, 2002, a group of top executives in the communications field gathered at the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas to discuss issues affecting their industry and to predict what lies ahead in the rapidly changing area of communications. Those in attendance represented a broad cross-section of the industry, including both local phone carriers and wireless providers, large … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Communications – Dialing Up the Future
American Cancer Society: Providing Programs for Survivors and Families
More than 1.2 million Americans will be diagnosed with some form of cancer this year, including almost 10,000 in Nevada. The American Cancer Society (ACS) is well known for its efforts in researching cures for this devastating disease. ACS researchers have been involved in many of the major cancer research breakthroughs, including: mammography, the Pap smear, the PSA test for … [Read more...] about American Cancer Society: Providing Programs for Survivors and Families
Not Your Father’s CPA Firm: Accounting Industry Changes and Diversifies
Anyone who has picked up a newspaper or seen the news over the last couple of months knows the accounting industry is undergoing great scrutiny. Though eyebrows are raised in response to one firm in particular, and talk of regulatory changes abound, companies are on the alert to ensure that their professionals, who are members of what was once considered one of most trusted … [Read more...] about Not Your Father’s CPA Firm: Accounting Industry Changes and Diversifies
The Top Ten: NBJ Salutes Entrepreneurs of the Year
An idea. A dream. A chance. This is how it all begins. No matter how large or small, all businesses are conceived from someone’s vision. Entrepreneurs are individuals who have a natural instinct for taking these visions to reality. They can identify unserved needs, look ahead to the future and then develop a unique solution. But it doesn’t stop there. It takes guts. A true … [Read more...] about The Top Ten: NBJ Salutes Entrepreneurs of the Year
May 2002: Face to Face
Name: Brad Mishlove Title: CEO Company: Landscape Services, Inc. Type of Business: Landscape contractor specializing in working for large developers and commercial contractors. Location: Las Vegas Years in Nevada: 12 Years with Company: 10 Biggest Business Challenge: Developing the workforce to meet our company’s high standards of customer service … [Read more...] about May 2002: Face to Face
Saving for College: Section 529 Plans Offer Advantages
One of the best college savings plans gets even better this year. As a result of a provision in the Tax Act of 2001, qualified withdrawals from Section 529 college savings plans are now completely tax-free. That factor plus several other significant advantages add to the appeal of this college savings instrument. Section 529 of the tax code gives taxpayers some tax-advantaged … [Read more...] about Saving for College: Section 529 Plans Offer Advantages
May 2002: Nevada Briefs
SBA Announces Award Winners for 2002 The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced its small business winners for 2002. Ron Bishop, owner of Bishop Air Service in Henderson, was named the Small Business Person of the Year for the State of Nevada. Bishop Air Service provides heating, air conditioning and building automation systems and service to commercial and … [Read more...] about May 2002: Nevada Briefs
Challenges and Changes: The Increase in Nevada’s Hispanic Population
The past 10 years have yielded a changed business and political climate for Nevadans. The 1990 census counted just over 124,000 Hispanic residents in Nevada, or roughly 10 percent of the state population. With the astronomical growth of the Silver State in the decade from 1990 to 2000 has come a corresponding increase in the Latin population. Hispanic residents of Nevada in … [Read more...] about Challenges and Changes: The Increase in Nevada’s Hispanic Population