It’s no secret that Nevada education ranks almost last in the nation in a number of measurements. It’s an industry facing immense challenges and one that is in desperate need of solutions. Recently, education executives met at a roundtable to discuss education in the Silver State including its challenges, the effects of the recent pandemic and why Nevada is leaving students … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Nicki Pecoraro
Industry FocusEmployment
Nevada’s employment landscape has been a roller coaster over the past decade. Dipping during the recession, employment saw a resurgence a few years ago only to experience new lows during the pandemic. Today the industry is dealing with retraining a workforce for the future and fraudulent unemployment claims, among other issues. Recently, executives from the employment industry … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusArts & Culture
An industry that depends upon having an audience, arts and culture organizations have been hit particularly hard by the community effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, those in this industry are known for their creativity and are already finding ways to adapt and continue to serve Nevadans. Recently, arts and culture executives came together for a virtual roundtable … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Industry FocusHuman Resources
Human resources is an industry that is constantly evolving. From workforce shortages to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, this industry must be ready to switch gears at a moment’s notice. This meeting of Nevada human resource executives occured prior to the widespread effects of the coronavirus. The executives met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss … [Read more...] about Industry Focus