From Left to Right: Connie Brennan, Nevada Business Magazine; Jonas Peterson, Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance; Kristopher Sanchez, Governor’s Office of Economic Development; John Restrepo, RCG Economics; Jeff Brigger, NV Energy; Ken Chapa, City of Henderson - Economic Development Division; Mike Kazmierski, EDAWN; Jaime Cruz, Nevada Workforce Connections; Tim Rogers, City … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
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Industry FocusMarketing
From left: Connie Brennan, Nevada Business Magazine, Mike Draper, Argentum Partners, Darcy Neighbors, CIM Marketing Partners, Merrell Virgen, Virgen Digital Brand Marketing, Brian Rouff, Imagine Communications, Paul Stowell, City National Bank, Meghan McLean, Valor Marketing, Kurt Ouchida, BRAINTRUST Agency, Stephanie Kruse, KPS3, Tim Quillin, Quillin Advertising, Elizabeth … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusBuilders & Developers
Doug Roberts, Panattoni Development Co. • Lance Bradford, Stable Development • Jason Kuckler, Brass Cap Companies • Chet Opheikens, R & O Construction • Aaron West, Nevada Builder’s Alliance • David Picerne, Picerne Real Estate Group • Robert Potter, Affordable Concepts • Connie Brennan, Nevada Business Magazine • Jim Stuart, Matter Real Estate Group • Scott … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusHealthcare
Few industries have seen as much change as healthcare has in the past decade. From insurance mandates to physician shortages, healthcare faces a multitude of challenges. Recently, executives representing healthcare in Nevada met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the industry and what is needed to move forward. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry Focus: Attorneys
The legal profession is unique in that it touches nearly every other industry at some point. As a result, businesses have a range of opinions regarding those that practice law. For attorneys in Nevada, reputation, professionalism and client expectations are all vital issues for the industry moving forward. Recently, legal executives met at the Las Vegas office of City National … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys
Industry Focus: Education
Education has long been a hot-button issue in Nevada, oftentimes because of a negative perception. Recently, executives representing education in Nevada met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss this perception, the challenges the state faces and solutions moving forward. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education
Industry Focus: CPAs
An asset to any business, CPAs and accountants have a multitude of challenges when it comes to staying on top of new laws and advising their clients. Recently, executives representing this industry met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to talk about the changes they’ve seen recently and what is on the horizon. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: CPAs
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: Mining
Outside of the rural communities, most Nevadans don’t understand the industry of mining, even though it accounts for a large amount of the state’s economy. Executives from mining organizations throughout the state recently met at the Reno offices of City National Bank to discuss their industry and dispel some of the common myths about miners. Connie Brennan, publisher and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Mining
Industry Focus: Public Servants
From volatile elections to legislative issues, public servants face a myriad of challenges when it comes to doing their jobs. To gain a little insight into work of a public servant, Nevada Business Magazine recently had a group of Nevada’s elected officials gather at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank. Held less than a week before Nevada’s primary elections, officials … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Public Servants
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: Media
Few industries have had as many changes in recent years as the media industry. Social media, credibility challenges and how information is now delivered and absorbed have all contributed to a shift in the way media organizations operate. Discussing the ups and downs, executives representing media in Nevada recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank. Connie … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Media
Industry Focus: Professional Organizations
Professional organizations have undergone a myriad of changes in recent years and the prevalence of social media has both benefited and added a new layer of challenges to the industry. Professional organization executives recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss the industry and most agreed, collaboration is key. Connie Brennan, publisher and … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Professional Organizations
Industry Focus: Healthcare
With federal changes looming and challenges at the local level, healthcare is an industry in turmoil. Addressing the challenges and the bright spots, healthcare executives recently met to discuss where the industry is headed and what businesses can expect moving forward. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for the event. The … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare
Industry Focus: Builders & Developers
Arguably the most beleaguered industry during the Great Recession, builders and developers have bounced back with a vengeance. Executives in this industry recently gathered to discuss their industry, the rebound and new challenges builders and developers face. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for this event. The magazine’s … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Builders & Developers
Industry Focus: Non-Profit
Non-profits in Nevada are facing a myriad of challenges from finding qualified staff and volunteers to changes to the federal tax code. Recently, executives for Nevada non-profits met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these and other issues facing their industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Non-Profit
Industry Focus: Marketing
Marketing agencies in the Silver State are adapting to rapid changes within their industry to meet client expectations. Recently, Nevada leaders in advertising and public relations met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to share new and changing trends and how they affect the industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Marketing
Industry Focus: Public Works & Utilities
Advancing technologies and shifting consumer expectations are driving changes within the utilities and public works sectors. With those changes come potential opportunities for the future of Nevada and its growing population. Recently, leaders in these industries met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss current operations and projects on the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Public Works & Utilities
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: Women in Business
Women in business have more opportunities than ever before and are excelling in leadership roles across a variety of industries in the Silver State while paving the way for future generations. Recently, female executives met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to share their insight on the struggles facing women in business and the opportunities still … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Women in Business