July 27, 2022 Input needed from Nevada’s small businesses Nevada Small Business Development Center seeks participation in anonymous survey RENO, Nev. — Nevada small businesses are encouraged to participate in a confidential survey this summer conducted by the Nevada Small Business Development Center in the University of Nevada, Reno College of Business and the … [Read more...] about Nevada Small Business Development Center Seeks Participation in Anonymous Survey
Archives for July 2022
SNWA’s Infrastructure InvestmentsHelp Secure Access to Water Supply
Southern Nevada will face additional reductions to its main water supply in 2023 due to a climate change-fueled megadrought in the Colorado River Basin and declining Lake Mead water levels. The community’s 300,000 acre-foot annual allocation will be reduced by 25,000 acre-feet (8 billion gallons) under the next level of federal shortage conditions. “Last year, we used … [Read more...] about SNWA’s Infrastructure Investments
Shop and Vote Your Values
This may be the most politically incorrect commentary you read in a while. So, if you are especially sensitive, please just turn the page. I write this knowing people will disagree, my email will be flooded with responses and I may be punished, or as we like to say these days “cancelled”. Regardless, the cultural madness needs to stop, and God-fearing leaders need to find … [Read more...] about Shop and Vote Your Values
TouchdownSports in Nevada
As the Vegas Golden Knights started their first season in 2017, few expected the magic that would ensue and catapult them to the Stanley Cup Final in the inaugural season. The doubts were so massive that before the season began, multiple articles ran expressing the feelings a hockey team in the desert could not succeed. Those feelings stem partly because the NHL’s expansion … [Read more...] about Touchdown
Nevada TaxesWill the Tax Man Cometh to Carson City in 2023?
If 2021 was a historic year for state tax reform, then what does the future hold for new business taxes or tweaks to the current tax code as Nevada voters go to the polls in November to elect a new slate of lawmakers? Those lawmakers will take office in January when the legislature reconvenes. In a major development last year, lawmakers approved a bill near the end the 81st … [Read more...] about Nevada Taxes
Industry FocusBusiness Insurance
It’s no risk to say business insurance is a complicated industry. And those in the industry are going through some of the same issues as their counterparts in other fields, including staffing shortages and lingering COVID-related problems. Regardless, executives, who recently met in a hybrid online and in-person roundtable to discuss these issues, are optimistic about what’s to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Southern Nevada CCIMPassing the Torch to the Next Generation of Professionals
Engineers, title agents, bankers, attorneys, contractors and beyond, CCIM Southern Nevada membership is open to anyone interested in classes, events and networking with the organization. CCIM stands for Certified Commercial Investment Member, and those involved in the organization can serve on committees and organize events. To be on the board, however, requires CCIM … [Read more...] about Southern Nevada CCIM
Medical FacilitiesBuilding Trends Post-COVID
All eyes have been on the healthcare industry in light of the recent COVID pandemic. And while there was a significant push for telehealth medicine where patients could schedule virtual visits with their doctor in order to maintain social distancing protocols, patients are now vying to see their doctors face-to-face. Consequently, there is a growing need for medical space. And … [Read more...] about Medical Facilities
Around the StateJuly 2022
Childhood Community Health Worker Program Started in Nevada Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center has launched the Nevada Early Childhood Community Health Workers (CHWs) program to serve childcare providers and families. The program makes Nevada the first state in the nation to offer a service bridging gaps in the early childhood community. CHW will serve as … [Read more...] about Around the State
Nevada Firearms Securities DivestitureAn Empty Gesture
State Treasurer Zach Conine, a friend and fellow Nevada Business Magazine columnist, announced Nevada will divest $89 million in securities of companies that profit from the manufacture or sale of “assault-style” weapons. He did not provide a list of such companies but estimated the total value of Nevada’s gun-related holdings at $89 million on June 2, before sharp declines in … [Read more...] about Nevada Firearms Securities Divestiture
Ryan High
Executive DirectorSilver State Health Insurance Exchange Type of Business: State agency in charge of administering health insurance marketplaceBased: Carson City, NevadaHails From: Pasadena, Maryland Years Org. has been in Nevada: 09Years with Organization in Nevada: 06Employees with Organization: 26 What words do you live by? To quote former Nevada Governor Brian … [Read more...] about Ryan High
Business FirstTraining, Hiring and Managing Employees
Spanning all industry sectors and ranging from entry-level to highly skilled, business owners and executives across the board are having a hard time finding employees. With several factors at play, from massive changes to the way people work to COVID-era retirees and people not coming back into the workforce after layoffs, this is not an easy problem to solve. As decision … [Read more...] about Business First
Commercial RE ReportRetail Summary: First Quarter 2022
Northern Nevada By Gary Tremaine & Amanda Brierton, Dickson Commercial Although 2021 ended with a large increase in volume (almost $200 million) investment activity in the first quarter dropped back down to $45 million in sales transactions to start the year. Which is more consistent with previous quarters going back 24 months. Redevelopment projects were a theme … [Read more...] about Commercial RE Report
Business IndicatorsJuly 2022
The “second” estimate of U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the first quarter of 2022 shrank by 1.5 percent at an annual rate, revised down by 0.1 percent from the advance estimate. The revision reflected lower-than-expected private inventory and residential investments, which were partly offset by an upward revision in consumer spending. U.S. nonfarm employment … [Read more...] about Business Indicators
Last WordWhat Skills Do You Look for When Hiring New Staff?
Dave Dworkin Operations ManagerAvison Young “I believe in the character of the person over the skills they might have. You can train new hires to do almost anything. You can’t change who they are.” Angela CollinsRN, CHPN, MBA Chief Operating OfficerNathan Adelson Hospice “Aside from required licenses or certifications, the foremost things I look for when … [Read more...] about Last Word