When it comes to Nevada’s future, economic development is critical. Over the last 12 months, The Silver State has made strides on this front. Among other accomplishments, the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) hired a leader in November 2011. This spring Gov. Brian Sandoval released “Moving Nevada Forward: A Plan for Excellence in Economic Development … [Read more...] about Economic Development: Critical to Nevada
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Nevada Industry Excellence: Manufacturing
With manufacturing suffering nationally along with the rest of American business, it is largely thriving here in Nevada. The engine has been a combination of factors – from legislative miscues in California and a strong Nevada workforce and overall business climate to the relatively low price of land and facilities, an available and affordable workforce, savvy strategy and … [Read more...] about Nevada Industry Excellence: Manufacturing
Rural Nevada: Unique Opportunities in Unique Communities
The answer to how to succeed in business without really trying is not as complex as you may think. Business owners should tune their ears in to what is happening in rural Nevada. They may be pleasantly surprised at all they will learn ranging from the mining boom in Elko to the interesting products that are made in Nevada. “Every rural community in Nevada is unique in character … [Read more...] about Rural Nevada: Unique Opportunities in Unique Communities
Rural Nevada: Micro-Economies in a Macro State
While Nevada is one of the hardest hit states and still battling its way back from the recent great recession, the Nevada economy is made up of micro-economies. The state as a whole saw 13.2 percent unemployment in March, but the rate varies by county. At first glance, it might be assumed that Nevada’s rural communities are struggling harder than the metro areas, that’s not … [Read more...] about Rural Nevada: Micro-Economies in a Macro State