As a new administration assumes leadership, non profits across the state brace for changes. From funding challenges to community engagement efforts, leaders of non profits recognize a need for flexibility in their operations moving forward. Recently, a group of non profit executives met to discuss the issues their industry faces and the state of the non profit industry. The … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Philanthropy
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Industry Focus: Accountants
Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) have a unique perspective on the economy having worked with several different industries in various levels of recovery. Although business is up, accountants have exercised caution and often recommend the same for their clients in anticipation of a flattening economy. However, new practice areas are experiencing growth and have opened the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Accountants
Industry Focus: Education
Education continues to be a hot topic for many citizens of the Silver State. Concerns over state rankings have been addressed by both public and private sectors in hopes of improving the overall status of students in Nevada. Recently, leaders in education in Nevada met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss what can be done for Nevada to reach its full … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education
Industry Focus: Mining
The mining industry in the Silver State has undoubtedly faced its share of challenges over the last few years. Commodity prices and strict federal regulations have hindered organizations as they seek to gain forward momentum. However, leaders in the industry nonetheless expressed continued optimism for mining in Nevada. They recently met at the Reno offices of City National … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Mining
Industry Focus: Healthcare
The healthcare industry continues to focus on the challenge of improving quality of care while managing costs. A group of Nevada’s healthcare leaders recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss this challenge, as well as new opportunities in the Silver State. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare
Pets of the Homeless Receives a Top Honor in Nevada Business Magazine’s Family Owned Business Awards
Mother-Daughter Duo Recognized in the “Don’t Forget to Share” Category Carson City – Pets of the Homeless, the only national nonprofit organization that is focused on feeding and providing emergency veterinary care to pets of homeless people, was recognized for their outstanding achievements as a family owned business and for making significant contributions to the community … [Read more...] about Pets of the Homeless Receives a Top Honor in Nevada Business Magazine’s Family Owned Business Awards
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
Family Owned Businesses 2016
Congratulations to the 2016 Family Owned Business Finalists The Family Owned Business Awards began in 2010 as a way to recognize hardworking families throughout Nevada. Having now honored over 300 companies, the event has grown and pays tribute to businesses throughout the state. Without the support of the event’s corporate sponsor, Nevada State Bank (NSB), the Family Owned … [Read more...] about Family Owned Businesses 2016
Industry Focus: Attorneys
Most industries have experienced an energetic pick up in business as the economy has recovered. Nevada law offices are enjoying an improved economy but are still facing their share of challenges. While clients continue to practice caution after the recession, numbers are showing improvement for lawyers in the Silver State. Top attorneys recently met at the Las Vegas office of … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys
Industry Focus: Economic Development
Economic development continues to be an important priority for the Silver State. Many factors go into diversification including incentives for businesses, education and workforce training. And, while strides have been made in attracting new industries to the state, there is still a long way to go. Recently, leaders of economic development met at the Las Vegas office of City … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Economic Development
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: Commercial Real Estate
Commercial Real Estate in Nevada is recovering from a tough recession. Brokers agree that the industry has improved, but some markets are clearly bouncing back more quickly than others. Recently, commercial real estate experts met at the Las Vegas Law Offices of Snell & Wilmer to discuss the factors affecting the overall health of the industry in the Silver State. Connie … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Commercial Real Estate
Protecting Your Business
Whether dealing with intangible threats from a murky cyber world or those closer to home such as litigious employees, business owners need to be protected on a myriad of fronts. While many threats that businesses face today are not new, there is a growing faction of creative criminals looking to attack companies through electronic vulnerabilities. As part of the Business First … [Read more...] about Protecting Your Business
Industry Focus: Education
With new legislation affecting Nevada’s educational system, leaders in the industry are adjusting to new funding, accountability measures and changing demographics. All agree that new efforts must be put in place to raise awareness of the value of quality education, as well as the state’s academic improvements. Recently, these leaders met at the Las Vegas offices of City … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education
Desert Radiologists’ Dr. Paul Bandt Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Introduces interventional radiology in state; Performs many Nevada "firsts" Dr. Paul Bandt has received the Healthcare Heroes Lifetime Achievement Award. The interventional radiologist at Desert Radiologists was recognized recently during a ceremony honoring individuals excelling in and advancing healthcare in Southern Nevada. The annual awards are presented by Nevada … [Read more...] about Desert Radiologists’ Dr. Paul Bandt Receives Lifetime Achievement Award