LAS VEGAS — Cox Communications has announced a renewal of its Pinnacle Level investment in the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA). The renewal consists of a three-year $500,000 commitment to support the LVGEA and its regional economic growth and diversification strategies. Cox has been a Pinnacle Investor in the LVGEA since 2015 and will continue supporting the … [Read more...]
Smith’s Creates 270 New Jobs with Reveal of Henderson Distribution Center
With the assistance of Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance and partnership with the City of Henderson, Smith’s Food & Drug Stores plans to open a nearly $13.5 million dry-good distribution center in Henderson, Nevada. The grocer will lease the new facility from Panattoni Development, the entity that developed the site. Smith’s Food & Drug will move forward with … [Read more...]
Leadership Advance Class of 2017 Project Focuses on Helping Homeless Kids
The Leadership Advance Class of 2017 excelled in its class project in bringing support and awareness to the nonprofit Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth, the most comprehensive service provider for homeless youth in Southern Nevada. The awareness, donation and supplies drive effort by the up-and-coming business and community leaders began in February and culminated with a … [Read more...]
Business Roots: Nevada’s Economic Development History
The Silver State has a unique origin story. Despite being much less economically viable and populated, Nevada beat out the other territories to become a state in 1864 because of its Republican and pro-Union leanings. President Abraham Lincoln fast-tracked the process, surpassing Congress, to ensure ultimately three electoral votes for his re-election and bolster Republican … [Read more...]
City of Henderson: City of the Future
At a time when technology makes daily leaps from innovation to reality, it’s people and the companies they form that bring the awe factor to life. In Henderson, both innovations and innovators are celebrated and cultivated, from the entrepreneurial spirit of downtown Henderson to the city being home to nationwide firsts. It’s people that transform a city into a City of the … [Read more...]
Family Owned Business 2017
Congratulations Finalists! The 2017 class of Family Owned Businesses are comprised of some of outstanding and hard-working families who care for their businesses and their communities. We are honored to name each and everyone of them a Family Owned Business Finalist. This year’s honorees were chosen by a panel of judges who reviewed hundreds of nominations to narrow it down … [Read more...]
Applied Analysis Announces Staff Promotions and Additions Heading into 2017
Three Senior Analyst Promotions and New Recruiting Class Las Vegas - Applied Analysis, a leading advisory services firm, announced the company has promoted three of its Analysts to Senior Analyst positions. Senior Analysts generally have at least two years of work experience within the firm and demonstrate their ability to take on senior roles on a wide range of client … [Read more...]
LVGEA Names Anthony Ruiz Senior Director of Communications and Public Affairs
The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance announced that Anthony J. Ruiz has been promoted to the position of senior director of Communications and Public Affairs. Previously, Ruiz served as manager of Communications and director of Marketing and Community Partnerships for the organization. In his new role, Ruiz will oversee all marketing and public relations efforts for the … [Read more...]
Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance to Hold 2016 Annual Dinner: ‘DEVELOPOSSIBLE’
WHO: The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance WHAT: The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance annual dinner celebrates economic development successes and provides a networking opportunity for the Southern Nevada business community. The event features an evening of dining, entertainment and insight from keynote speaker Gabe Klein, author of “Start-up City: Inspiring … [Read more...]
Welcome to Nevada: June 2016
Multiple The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) recently assisted five companies in receiving tax incentives for relocating or expanding in Southern Nevada. The five companies will create 388 new jobs and over $34 million in capital investment. The companies include: Core-Mark International, Mirixa Corporation, Pacific Dental Services, Sitel Operation Corporation and … [Read more...]
LVGEA Taps Baton Rouge Economic Development Director Jared Smith as Chief Operating Officer
Las Vegas – The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance announced that Jared Smith has been appointed to the position of chief operating officer. In his position, Smith will assume a leadership role in the organization’s economic development, planning, operations, partnership building, and strategy. “Having Mr. Smith join our team speaks volumes about the caliber and direction … [Read more...]
Ariel Riley Promoted to Investor Services & Events Manager for the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance
LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance has promoted Ariel Riley to Investor Services & Events Manager. Riley, a native Las Vegan, has been with the LVGEA since January of 2014. Ariel earned an A.A. Degree in Psychology from the College of Southern Nevada and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Colorado Mesa University with a B.A. in Mass Communications, Media … [Read more...]
Chris Zunis Named Associate for Colliers International – Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Mike Mixer, executive managing director of Colliers International – Las Vegas, announced the company has hired Chris Zunis as associate. Zunis has partnered with Eric Molfetta in the Industrial Division and brings more than 12 years of real estate experience to the firm. Before joining Colliers International – Las Vegas, Zunis spent nine years at the Las Vegas … [Read more...]
CenturyLink Invests in LVGEA
CenturyLink Invests in Southern Nevada through Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance’s ‘Engage Southern Nevada’ Campaign Las Vegas – CenturyLink has joined an expanding number of businesses that support Las Vegas’ global economic development efforts. CenturyLink recently invested in the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance’s ‘Engage Southern Nevada’ investment campaign, which … [Read more...]
Dickson Realty Awarded Revitalization Award
Dickson Realty Awarded Revitalization Award from Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce Dickson Realty has been awarded the 2014 large company Revitalization Award from the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce in honor of its new 7,048 square foot office building in Truckee. The award recognizes new construction and/or renovation projects that help make Truckee more visually … [Read more...]
LVGEA Board Extends CEO Tom Skancke’s Contract
LAS VEGAS — The Board of the Directors of the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance extended for two years the contract of Tom Skancke, current president and CEO of the LVGEA. The board took this action during its October meeting. “Economic development and diversification are two of the most pressing issues facing Southern Nevada as this region accelerates its growth out of … [Read more...]
Park Place Infiniti Sponsors Smiles for Survivors; Governor Approves Solar Tax Incentives
Park Place Infiniti Sponsors Smiles for Survivors Park Place Infiniti is sponsoring the fourth annual Blow Out Breast Cancer event, presented by the Smiles for Survivors foundation and Square Colour Salon and Spa. [Read More...] Governor’s Office of Energy Approves Solar Tax Incentives Highlighting its commitment to renewable energy in Nevada, the Governor’s Office of Energy … [Read more...]
LVGEA Announces Additions to its Board of Directors
Las Vegas — The Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance welcomes three business leaders to its board of directors. Recently, the LVGEA board of directors took unanimous action to elect Derrick R. Hill, Vice President of Cox Business and Hospitality Network, Las Vegas; John Cannito, Chief Operating Officer, The PENTA Building Group; and Paul Caudill, CEO of NV Energy, to join the … [Read more...]
Personal Goals of High Net Worth Individuals; Desert Radiologists Receives ACR Award
Monthly Report Focused on “Personal Goals” of High Net Worth Individuals, Released by The Private Bank by Nevada State Bank The Private Bank by Nevada State Bank released the seventeenth edition of its High Net Worth Report series, with this month’s analysis focusing on the personal goals of high net worth individuals. [Read More...] Desert Radiologists Receives Prestigious … [Read more...]
Urban Chamber Appoints Tom R. Skancke to Board of Directors
Board of Directors selects Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance executive Las Vegas — The Urban Chamber of Commerce announced a new partnership with the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance. As part of the Urban Chamber of Commerce’s efforts to strategically strengthen its role in the community, the board of the Urban Chamber has appointed Tom R. Skancke, CEO and president of … [Read more...]
