As the pandemic took its toll on businesses throughout Nevada, bankers were called upon to implement the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a loan program intended to provide American small businesses with cash flow. They did so efficiently while also overcoming new challenges to banking arising from a myriad of sources. Recently, bankers met in a virtual roundtable, hosted by … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Bruce Ford
Industry FocusSubcontractors
What happens in Nevada’s commercial development industry usually filters down to commercial subcontractors. And there has been a multitude of headaches for subcontractors in the last year and a half with supply inflation and labor shortages. Executives from this industry recently met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to discuss what comes next for … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusEconomic Development
The importance of a diversified economy has never been clearer than in the aftermath of the COVID pandemic. Economic development agencies have an important role to play in bringing companies to Nevada and helping create that diversification. Recently, executives representing this industry met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National Bank, to discuss these vital … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBuilders & Developers
Like many other industries, builders and developers have been dealing with a multitude of COVID-related issues, from supply chain disruptions to market uncertainty. Building and development leaders have been challenged with remaining flexible on projects and adapting where possible. Recently, leaders in these industries met in a virtual roundtable, sponsored by City National … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBankers
From Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans to overnight advances in contactless transactions, 2020 has been an interesting and challenging year for bankers. Now, as they try to navigate changing customer and business needs, bankers are pivoting their services and interactions to reflect those changes. Recently, banking executives met in a virtual roundtable to … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusCPAs
Accountants are among the most respected professionals in Nevada for their expertise and steady guidance. As businesses face turbulent times, this industry is working hard to stay on top of changing tax laws and implications for businesses with some of the new grants and loans available. Recently, CPA executives from across the state came together for a virtual … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusAttorneys
Representing Nevadans in everything from property disputes to succession planning, attorneys are at the center of major deals throughout the state. They play an integral part of any successful business and, like many others, their industry has undergone changes in recent years. Recently, leaders in the legal industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusProperty Mangement
No industry is more involved in the daily running of a building than property management. From dealing with a homeless population to municipalities and tenant renewals, property managers are experts at handling a variety of issues that can arise. Recently, industry leaders met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss commercial real estate and the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusSubcontractors
Now more than ever, education and legislation play a big part in shaping the future of subcontracting. While material costs have remained somewhat steady in recent years, subcontracting, like many Nevada industries, is facing a labor crisis. Recently, executives representing Nevada subcontractors met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss their industry and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBuilders & Developers
In many ways the commercial real estate industry is thriving. While the industry isn’t facing the issues it was during the recession, builders and developers are facing and adapting to a new set of challenges. Recently, executives representing builders and developers in Nevada met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss building and development … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry Focus: Bankers
An industry that saw major changes and new regulations after the recession hit, banking has endured a host of ups and downs. Currently in an upswing, the industry is cautious and working toward smart growth. Recently, banking executives met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss banking and talk about some of the changes they’re seeing. Connie Brennan, … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Industry Focus: Architects & Engineers
Architects and engineers are, oftentimes, the middle man for cities and developers. This central position brings with it a host of benefits as well as it’s share of challenges. Recently, executives representing architects and engineers in Nevada sat down at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss their position in commercial real estate development and the future … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Architects & Engineers
Industry Focus: Attorneys
As the economy improves, Nevada’s law offices are seeing increased growth and competition across the Silver State. Although technology presents new challenges, leaders in the industry expect improvements to continue across the board. Attorneys, leading many of the state’s top law firms, recently met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss industry health and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys
Industry Focus: Bankers
As the economy continues to improve in the Silver State, the banking industry is seeing an uptick in growth. However, there are still challenges for an industry with substantial regulations and bankers are working to navigate those challenges. Banking executives recently met in the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the health of the industry and what Nevadans … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Industry Focus: Healthcare
The healthcare industry continues to face challenges involving access to care, physician shortages and coordination between providers in the Silver State. A group of Nevada’s healthcare leaders recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these issues and new opportunities on the horizon for the industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare
Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate Brokers
Overall, commercial real estate (CRE) in Nevada has been seeing an uptick from the recession. However, some markets are recovering more quickly than others and there are still many challenges the industry must face moving forward. Recently, CRE experts met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the changes, challenges and opportunities, facing the industry in … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate Brokers
Industry Focus: Bankers
As the Silver State continues to bounce back from the recent recession, Nevada banking continues to experience ups and downs throughout the recovery. Potential rising interest rates, regulatory changes and staffing issues remain a challenge to the industry. However, loan demand is up and bankers have expressed an optimism going forward. Banking executives recently met at the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Bankers
Industry Focus: Builders and Developers
Many builders and developers in the Silver State fought through the recession only to come out on the other side and realize there are new challenges facing their companies. Leaders in commercial building and development recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to address these challenges and discuss opportunities in the industry. Connie Brennan, publisher … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Builders and Developers
Industry Focus: Utilities
With Nevada recovering from the recession, utility companies are finally beginning to invest in capital improvements, technology and expansion. Although the outlook is positive, progress can be slow due to changing regulations in the Silver State. However, rates remain competitive and conservation efforts prove to be strong. Recently, utility experts met at the Las Vegas office … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Utilities
Industry Focus: Insurance
Combating a trend towards faceless online insurance purchases, Nevada insurance agents and brokers seek to educate the market on the importance of a trusted insurance advisor. Recently, executives in this industry met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the challenges they face. Connie Brennan, publisher of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Insurance