“No single industry has the greatest potential as each industry — directly or indirectly– is reliant on others. Unemployment is extremely high in this state. Once we are able to put people back to work, regardless of industry, our economy will start to grow and all industries will benefit. “
David Stone • President, Nevada Association Services, Inc.
“Gaming! The opening of Cosmopolitan, convention market strength and the emergence of amenities such as day clubs have been positive catalysts for the economy. The resulting rebound in casino employment over the last several months has offset losses in weaker sectors, and will ultimately lay the foundation for future Las Vegas job growth.”
Jacob Oberman • Director of Gaming Research and Analysis , CB Richard Ellis
“Gaming has always enabled the cultivation of technological innovation and creative design by rewarding talent and encouraging entrepreneurs. In the aftermath of the economic downturn, the gaming industry is again at the forefront – challenging the pessimism of the recession with creativity, reinvention and innovation.”
Jennifer Carleton • Shareholder, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP
“The answer is pretty simple: Tourism. While Las Vegas has other industries that can contribute, tourism still accounts for a third of all our jobs, so even a minor increase in tourism jobs will have the largest effect on jobs, which will in turn have a domino effect on other industries in the state.”
Mike Montandon • Managing Director, Voit Real Estate Services
“The Nightlife Industry… it has continued to grow even through the recession and has now become to Las Vegas what the showrooms and headliners used to be. Visitors are now planning their Las Vegas trip around the happenings in Daylife/Nightlife entertainment.”
Gino LoPinto • President of Sales & Marketing, VIVID Vodka
“I believe more manufacturing companies in Nevada would help to gain some momentum in our state’s economy. By diversifying and creating new supply chains within our communities, we open new jobs and opportunities for locals, as well as balance our risks.”
Greg Hawthorne • Owner, Hawthorne Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
