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The Notes: Philanthropy, April 3-9, 2016
Monday, April 4, 2016
In the Notes: Southwest Medical Associates, Foundation for Positively Kids, the Simmons Group, Sands Cares, City National Bank, Las Vegas Business Academy, Sunrise Children's Foundation and more ...
Bringing back the house call
Monday, March 28, 2016
Tyra Bell-Holland launched her business this year, connecting patients with doctors who are willing to perform house calls. Although tourists make up the majority of her clients, residents are starting to find out about the service, too.
The Data: March 27-April 2
Monday, March 28, 2016
All of the information your business needs: Bid opportunities, bankruptcies filed and building permits issued. To add to our data, email us at [email protected].
The List: Commercial real estate brokerages, March 27, 2016
Monday, March 28, 2016
Find out about commercial real estate brokerages. This week, we rank them by total 2015 lease and sales volume.
The Notes: Commercial Real Estate, March 27-April 2, 2016
Monday, March 28, 2016
In the Notes: Nicole Ward, Joanna Opena, Christopher McGarey, Kevin Sigstad, Sherrie Cartinella, Joel Panduro, Tina Africk, Frank Aguilar, Heidi Kasama, Leslie Becker and more ...
NAIOP head talks education, land and skiing
Monday, March 28, 2016
The president of the Southern Nevada chapter of the commercial real estate development association NAIOP discusses taxes, the availability of land in Nevada and his passion for skiing and music.
‘Simply being available’ is a mentor’s first priority
Monday, March 21, 2016
A partner at the human resources firm the Simmons Group talks about her passion for mentoring young people, the shift from an employer-hiring market to an employee-focused market, and her admiration of Ellen DeGeneres.
The List: Largest private employers, March 20, 2016
Monday, March 21, 2016
Find out about manufacturers. This week, we rank them by number of employees as of Jan. 1.
A little slice of France in Las Vegas
Monday, March 21, 2016
Jonathan Pluvinet, who came to Nevada for college, has carved out a slice of his native France in Las Vegas. He named his café after the one his parents run and is dedicated to providing an authentic French experience for his customers.
People on the Move: March 20-26
Sunday, March 20, 2016
In the People: Dr. Brent Devera, Teresa Praus, Eric Haralson, Dr. Girisha Kaur, Casey Eade, Gina Traficant, Jamie Malloy, Michelle Sharples, Shannon Trujillo, Bernadette Mashas, Amanda Franchi and more ...
The Notes: March 13-19
Monday, March 14, 2016
In the Notes: John Wilcox, Bruce Ford, Alberto Calderon, Susan Cartwright, Kurt Ouchida, Dean Thawley, Lisa Morris Hibbler, Richard Broome, Alexandra Shapiro, Jimyoung "Ji" Yu, and more ...
CEO: Online gaming can co-exist with brick-and-mortar casinos
Monday, March 14, 2016
The CEO of Affinity Gaming talks about the direction of the gaming industry, the importance of corporate social responsibility and his past life as a rugby player.
Vegan chef: ‘We just make good food so the choice or change to a healthier lifestyle is easy’
Monday, March 14, 2016
A gourmet vegan and raw food cafe in Downtown Container Park opened in December 2013. Its owner says her mission is to make delicious food that anyone, including meat lovers, can enjoy.
The List: Golf courses, March 13, 2016
Monday, March 14, 2016
Find out about manufacturers. This week, we rank them by championship rating of farthest tee with highest slope rating.
The Data: March 6-12
Monday, March 7, 2016
All of the information your business needs: Bid opportunities, bankruptcies filed and building permits issued. To add to our data, email us at [email protected].
Passion for live music is the bar’s baseline
Monday, March 7, 2016
Bobby and Melissa Kingston didn’t want their bar to be just a sports bar, or just a gaming bar, or just a watering hole. They wanted to attract an array of customers. For them, live music was the way to reach everyone.
Attorney’s advice: In life and business, talent should be nurtured
Monday, March 7, 2016
Senior of counsel at the law firm Fisher & Phillips talks about the importance of cultivating talent in Southern Nevada’s arts community, one of his most interesting slip-and-fall cases and his admiration of Leonardo da Vinci.
People on the Move: March 6-12
Monday, March 7, 2016
In the Notes: Nicole Ward, Maggie Arias-Petrel, John Necs, Mariesa Bergin, Tina Kunzer-Murphy, Ryan Cupersmith, Jennifer Lucisano, Holly Welborn, Josh Hirsberg, Steve Thompson and more ...
The List: Las Vegas private schools, March 6, 2016
Monday, March 7, 2016
Find out about private schools. This week, we rank them by enrollment as of Jan. 1.
The Data: Feb. 28-March 5
Monday, Feb. 29, 2016
All of the information your business needs: Bid opportunities, bankruptcies filed and building permits issued. To add to our data, email us at [email protected].
People on the move: Feb. 28-March 6
Monday, Feb. 29, 2016
In the Notes and the People: Sarah Harper, Karen Panzer, Mandy-Lynn Suyat, Kevin Amodt, Valley Health System, Henderson Mayor Andy Hafen, Jodi Harris, MIchael Quarteri, Richard Yao, Lynn Myers and more ...
Monorail exec: One by one, Las Vegas can address all of its troubles
Monday, Feb. 29, 2016
The vice president and chief marketing officer at Las Vegas Monorail talks about the challenges and rewards of public transit in Southern Nevada, the importance of addressing education, water and mental health crises, and her acumen as a dog walker.
The List: Manufacturers, Feb. 29, 2016
Monday, Feb. 29, 2016
Find out about manufacturers. This week, we rank them by number of employees as of Dec. 1.
Brokerage aims to redefine real estate norms
Monday, Feb. 29, 2016
Most real estate brokers charge a 3 percent fee to sell a home. Redefy, though, is trying to reshape sellers’ expectations of their brokers by charging a flat fee for their full service.
For students, ‘the key is to never fall behind’
Monday, Feb. 22, 2016
Adam Brustein knows how difficult it can be for students who have fallen behind in their studies to catch up with their peers. His business aims to prevent that from happening and helps adults learn new skills, as well.
The Notes: Philanthropy, Feb. 21-27
Monday, Feb. 22, 2016
In the Notes: Suzey Sligh VanNess, Through the Eyes of a Child Foundation, Bank of America, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, Las Vegas Sands, College of Southern Nevada, Tanna Prince, Habit Burger Grill and more ...
Southern Nevada veteran, business owner motivated to inspire others
Monday, Feb. 22, 2016
The owner of retail store Hot Trendz talks about how his career in the Air Force helped him launch his business, the importance of maintaining a balance between positional influence and personal influence, and his advice for prospective entrepreneurs.
The List: Engineering firms
Monday, Feb. 22, 2016
Find out about engineering firms. This week, we rank them by number of professional staff as of Jan. 21.
Constant turnover keeps business fresh
Monday, Feb. 15, 2016
Doug Kays, Sam Present and J.R. Lamensdorf’s business has been a part of the Las Vegas retail landscape for more than 25 years and, they say, has helped launch over 4,000 businesses in Southern Nevada.
The List: Tax preparation firms
Monday, Feb. 15, 2016
Find out about tax preparation firms. This week, we rank them by number of tax staff as of Dec. 31, 2015.
The Notes: Feb. 14-20
Monday, Feb. 15, 2016
In the Notes: Creel Printing, HealthCare Partners Medical Group, Community Family Doctors, Planet Fitness, Valley hospitals, Fuku Burger, F. Pigalle, Remark Media, Sutton Watkins Advertising & Marketing, and more ...
People on the Move: Feb. 14-20
Monday, Feb. 15, 2016
In the People: Kim Sonerholm, Rossi Ralenkotter, Debra March, Wayne Tew, Brandi Stankovic, Wally Murray, Evelyn Connors, Dan Eckles, Stacy Lewis and more ...
Plastic surgeon: ‘Sometimes age and genetics are not on our side’
Monday, Feb. 15, 2016
The plastic surgeon and owner of SurgiSpa Costmetic and Plastic Surgery talks about his experience as a volunteer working in Honduras, the most common procedures performed at his practice and his love of Spartan races.
Design company brings the south of France to Southern Nevada
Monday, Feb. 8, 2016
Moving to Las Vegas from France presented Sylvie and Pascal Becourt with several challenges, among them finding home furnishings to suit their tastes and learning how to conduct business with Americans.
For a lawyer, nothing can replace experience
Monday, Feb. 8, 2016
A Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck attorney talks about her most memorable cases, offers advice to young lawyers and law students, and explains what makes the Las Vegas legal community the envy of her peers elsewhere.
The Notes: Law Quarterly, Feb. 7-13
Monday, Feb. 8, 2016
In the Notes: Southern Nevada law firms given "Metropolitan Tier 1 ranking" on the 2016 US News-Best Law Firms list, plus the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada's pro bono honorees ...
The List: Available commercial space
Monday, Feb. 8, 2016
Find out about available commercial space. This week, we rank it by available square feet.
Celebrating the community’s Women to Watch
Monday, Feb. 1, 2016
Our ninth annual “Women to Watch” section recognizes 12 women whom we believe are going to make a difference in the coming months.
The List: Businesses owned by minorities and/or women
Monday, Feb. 1, 2016
Find out about businesses owned by minorities and/or women. This week, we rank them by number of employees as of Dec. 11, 2015.
‘If you want the silver platter, you have to go get it; it will never come to you’
Monday, Feb. 1, 2016
The owner of Crazy Pita Restaurant Group talks about the importance of consistency in the food service industry, what the American dream means to him and the value of simplicity in management.
The Notes: Jan. 31-Feb. 6
Monday, Feb. 1, 2016
In the Notes: Aramark, Affordable Concepts, Amfab Steel, Gallagher Plumbing, Frias Transportation Management, Aria, Heather Allen Concepts, Bespoke LV, Smart City Networks and more ...
In retail and on camera, it’s always showtime
Monday, Feb. 1, 2016
The fashion company that evolved from a simple business philosophy — escape, travel, live — recently added two Las Vegas locations to its roster of outlets in Florida, Massachusetts and the Cayman Islands ...
People on the Move: Jan. 31-Feb. 6
Monday, Feb. 1, 2016
In the People: Dr. Suchada Chaiwechakarn, Bart Patterson, Bonnie Grant, Angela Go, Jeff Ferrari, Amy Lui, Michelle Beck, Melissa Zimbelman, Jeff Youngs, Matt Engle and more ...
Henderson ranked No. 7 on U-Haul list of growing cities
Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016
Henderson is among one of the nation's fastest-growing cities, as measured by U-Haul rentals. U-Haul International Inc. ranked Henderson No. 7 in its ...
CEO wants United Way to be catalyst for change
Monday, Jan. 25, 2016
The new president and CEO of the United Way of Southern Nevada talks about his short- and long-term goals for the organization, the value of preschool and the opportunities available to nonprofits in a community as young as Las Vegas.
People on the Move: Jan. 24-30
Monday, Jan. 25, 2016
In the People: Mark Roy, Kris Tims, Tom Kerr, Michael Brown, Tim Dyhr, Tom Rafferty, Chris Deeney, Robert Herr, Alexandra Lourdes, Lin Jerone, Campbell Reynolds, Jeff Zimm and more ...
The Notes: Jan. 24-30
Monday, Jan. 25, 2016
In the Notes: TeamHealth Holdings Inc., Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada, Fit4Mom, Luke's Lobster, Best Mattress, Herringbone, DigiPath Labs and more ...
Almost any restaurant can offer delivery
Monday, Jan. 25, 2016
Foodies in Las Vegas are catching on to the service provided by Kian Salehi and Arash Allaei’s business, which promises to deliver fresh meals from a variety of restaurants to customers’ doorsteps.
Educated workers will take pride in their work
Monday, Jan. 11, 2016
The president and chief operating officer of Las Vegas Coffee Investors, which owns 20 Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf locations in Southern Nevada, talks about his work with special-needs children, the importance of being transparent with employees, and baseball.
People on the Move: Jan. 10-16
Monday, Jan. 11, 2016
In the People: Dr. Savita Chander, Dr. Sara Kabsoun, Danielle Schorr, Evelyn Connors, Doug Bradford, Candyce Farthing, Sam Kaufman and more ...