by David Dunn and Rick Smith, Outgoing Board Chair and Incoming Board Chair Roseman University of Health Sciences is committed to transforming medical education and the health of our communities by addressing Nevada’s critical shortage of physicians through development of a revolutionary medical school. As the outgoing and incoming Chairs of Roseman University’s Board of … [Read more...] about Roseman’s College of Medicine
Archives for April 2022
Groundbreaking LawRequires Businesses Replace Decorative Grass
Nevada is the first state in the nation to outlaw grass at existing non-single-family properties through a new law that prohibits use of Colorado River water to irrigate decorative grass by the end of 2026. The turf removal law targets nonfunctional grass in streetscapes, medians, parking lots and other areas not used for recreation in Southern Nevada. When fully enacted, … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking Law
Education Needs HelpAnd Parents Need Options
There seems to be one issue Nevadans can all agree on to some degree – education needs to improve, the health of our state depends on it. However, how to improve education is an issue that has been hotly debated and those debates tend to fall along party lines. You may recall in 2015 the Legislature passed, and then-Governor Brian Sandoval signed, Senate Bill 302, which … [Read more...] about Education Needs Help
Healthcare Check-UpThe Technology and People that Keep Nevada Healthy
In 2021, estimated revenue from the U.S. healthcare industry was $2,709.9 billion. The industry focused on medical technology, research and innovation. Hospitals spend more than $852 billion on goods and services annually and generate more than $2.8 trillion in economic activity. Those numbers provide the big picture. At a granular level, the goal of healthcare is to keep … [Read more...] about Healthcare Check-Up
Business FirstBuying, Selling and Running a Business
It’s no secret, running a business is challenging. For entrepreneurs throughout Nevada, navigating the complexities of day-to-day operations, as well as what to do when looking to buy or sell a business, can be overwhelming. In fact, even knowing where to start with many business matters can be daunting to the uninitiated. To help business owners and decision makers navigate … [Read more...] about Business First
Industry FocusCommercial Brokers
Two years into the pandemic, the commercial real estate (CRE) industry has undergone several changes and leaders in the field are learning that flexibility is key. Although, each submarket was affected differently by COVID the outlook from leaders is positive. Recently, executives representing CRE in Nevada met virtually in a roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
City of HendersonOpening New Doors
Henderson is growing and with it, doors of opportunity are opening like never before. Once illuminated only by the lights of Las Vegas, Henderson has become a powerhouse of technological innovation, workforce developments and a unique community that stands all on its own. As Nevada ushers in new business from other states, Henderson is opening its doors and becoming the … [Read more...] about City of Henderson
Multifamily in NevadaDemand Outspaces Supply
Nevada continues to be one of the fastest growing states in the nation. The downside to population growth is the inability of the multifamily commercial real estate market to keep up with demand for space, leading to rising rents and increased values for buildable land. “From a housing perspective, apartments, condos and housing, right now there is a significant shortage of … [Read more...] about Multifamily in Nevada
Around the StateApril 2022
Saint Mary’s Adds Rehab Unit Saint Mary’s has announced the addition of an inpatient acute rehabilitation unit (ARU). The unit is expected to open in 2023 and will be located in the existing hospital. The ARU will add 14 beds and include private rooms and recreational and therapy spaces. Nevada College Receives “First-Gen Forward” Designation The Center for … [Read more...] about Around the State
COVID & Public PolicyPart Two of Two
Last month’s Free Market Watch commentary pointed out problems with Federal, Nevada and many other states’ policy responses to the COVID pandemic. The worst of it was their responses failed to observe the first principle of public policy. Namely, decisions and actions should serve the broad public interest, balancing all relevant factors and not considering only one or a … [Read more...] about COVID & Public Policy
Ercan Aydogdu
Executive Director and CEOCoral Academy of Science Las Vegas Type of Business: Education – Public Charter SchoolBased In: Henderson and Las Vegas, NevadaHails From: Turkey Years Org. has been in Nevada: 15 YearsYears with Org. in Nevada: 10 YearsEmployees with Organization: 304 Employees “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who … [Read more...] about Ercan Aydogdu
Commercial RE Report: Retail SummaryFourth Quarter 2021
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine & Amanda Brierton | Dickson Commercial Retail had its strongest quarter of the year for sales with just over $188 million and 25 total sales in Q4. There were multiple shopping centers and larger multi-tenant sales that took place before year end. In west Reno, CAI Investments purchased the Cabela’s in Verdi for $39 million ($305.27 … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report: Retail Summary
Business IndicatorsApril 2022
The “second” estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the fourth quarter of 2021 grew by 7.0 percent at an annual rate, which was revised up by 0.1 percent from the previous estimate. The revision primarily involved upward revisions in both non-residential and residential fixed investment and state and local government spending, which were partly offset by reduced … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat is Something that will Never go out of Style?
Tom Anderson, P.E. President & OwnerTJK Consulting Engineers, Inc. “Face-to-face anything! People are always willing and wanting to be around other people. Being in front of people and getting direct/ immediate feedback always beats a video call. And, of course, a good pair of denim jeans.” Dr. Lisa Rosenberg Medical DirectorSouthwest Medical Hospice “One … [Read more...] about Last Word