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NNDA regional delegation, Carson City manager to join Sandoval on European trade mission
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/16/2015 - 12:00pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority’s Executive Director, Robert Hooper, is set to join Gov. Brian Sandoval, the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and a sub delegation from the Sierra region, including Carson City manager Nick Marano, on an upcoming trade mission to England, Ireland, Germany and Poland.
The trip, set to begin Monday, July 20, is focused on building international awareness of the economic opportunities in Nevada and creating synergies between the Silver State and European countries.
Capital Equity Available for New and Expanding Northern Nevada Companies
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/23/2015 - 11:56amThe Nevada State EB-5 Regional Center in Carson City, Nev. offers education to local businesses on acquiring foreign capital investment through an equity model opportunity. Utilizing the equity model through NVEB-5 is another option for Northern Nevada businesses exploring the EB-5 Program, and is available to existing companies looking to expand their operations or new ventures with completed business plans.
Column: Details of The New Nevada Commerce Tax
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/08/2015 - 1:38pmWell, as Nevadans, we are collectively now stuck with a new tax. It's name? Commerce Tax. (A Clever disguise for the recently defeated Gross Margin Tax?) Up until a few days ago, it was believed that this wouldn't pass. I have yet to see any real media explanation of the details, so, after reading the text of the bill enough times (SB483), while my head is still spinning, I will attempt to give you a little more of the picture.
Industrial Art showcased in CCAI Carson City Courthouse Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/04/2015 - 5:29pmEmbracing the area’s design and manufacturing community, the Capital City Arts Initiative is hosting its exhibition, “Industrial Art,” from June 9 through Sept. 17 at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery.
Registration open for Nevada Economic Development Conference May 19-21
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/14/2015 - 8:49amThe Nevada Economic Development Conference, Stronger Economies Together 2015, will be held May 19 through 21, 2015 at the Joe Crowley Student Union on the University of Nevada, Reno campus. Registration is open.
At least 350 business community leaders, policy makers and government officials from throughout the region are expected to attend.
Economic forum highlights resurgence of the Northern Nevada economy
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/05/2015 - 4:10pmIn its ongoing campaign to educate area real estate agents and community members on the changing economic environment in Northern Nevada, the Reno Tahoe International Council will hold an Economic Forum this Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015.
Reno lands cyber-security BlackRidge Technology in relocation from California
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/05/2015 - 1:08pmCyber-security company BlackRidge Technology announced Thursday it would relocate to Reno from its Santa Clara, Calif., headquarters. The company plans to initially hire 30 full-time employees and is constructing a new cyber security solutions lab.
Column: Deep Thoughts, Cheap Shots and Bonbons
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/01/2015 - 10:48amHope everyone had a Holiday Season filled with joy and cheerful moments that create lasting memories. My wish to all: HAPPY NEW YEAR!
The Nevada Appeal on December 28th had the following article, “Balancing Development, Services” written by John Barrette. The context covered what each Board member thought were the highlights in 2014, as well as their priorities for 2015. Informative and covering a broad spectrum of topics, three Board members classified the 1/8 of a cent sales tax as their number one highlight of 2014.
NNDA Pioneer Awards to celebrate achievements, business excellence
Submitted by editor on Wed, 11/05/2014 - 12:59pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority is excited to host the 2014 Pioneer Awards Dinner recognizing outstanding businesses and individuals throughout the Sierra Region of Northern Nevada on Thursday at the Carson Nugget.
NNDA will recognize Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell as the special honoree and 2014 Pioneer of the Year for the continual difference he makes in Carson City and the Sierra Region. Also attending will be United States Congressman Mark Amodei as a special guest and presenter and John Tyson as our Master of Ceremony.
Carson City Supervisor John McKenna Issues Statement on Tesla
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/03/2014 - 4:37pm“Tesla's decision to open a huge battery plant in the Reno area is exciting news and a game changer for all of northern Nevada. I congratulate the Nevada economic development team on landing this high technology company for our area.
I would expect short term issues to affect our region as we absorb such a large addition to our manufacturing community. Labor migration and availability will be a challenge to our existing base.
Deep Thoughts, Cheap Shots & Bonbons
Submitted by admin on Sun, 07/27/2014 - 9:19amI was not the first to share the news of the Hyatt Hotel project; as it was already alluded to by the Northern Nevada Development Association on its website. In addition to numerous rumors that ran rampant throughout the community.
It's Your City with Supervisor Jim Shirk
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/09/2014 - 3:01pmCarson City Ward 4 Supervisor Jim Shirk gives an update on the latest city government news, provides an update on board action from its June 5, 2014 meeting and looks ahead when supervisors meet again.
NNDA awarded $600K EPA grant designed for Lyon, Churchill county redevelopment sites
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/05/2014 - 1:23pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority was recently awarded a $600,000 Brownfields Assessment Grant by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that will be used to identify underused redevelopment sites in Lyon and Churchill counties.
The assessment grant allows NNDA to evaluate and catalog areas that had been considered environmentally contaminated. The grant will be used as a future road map for redeveloping effected sites and is the first step in creating projects directly geared toward economic development.
Clean Dried Processing expands Lyon County facility in Silver Springs
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/03/2014 - 1:03pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority is proud to announce that LaBudde Group, through their Nevada subsidiary Clean Dried Processing, has expanded to Northern Nevada. Clean Dried Processing has opened a 150,000 square foot dual purpose manufacturing and distribution facility in Silver Springs.
NNDA: Shared Abundance for the Sierra Region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/16/2013 - 9:10amWe all grew up learning to share with each other and with most things in life, some learn better than others. It’s with this thought in mind that we reflect on the idea of shared abundance.
First, we all need to focus on the many things we have to be thankful for. We have been blessed with great richness here. The wonderful lifestyle we have is hard to be critical of. Our communities have leaders who care about our collective future.
Northern Nevada Development Authority announces $1 billion in economic impact
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/30/2013 - 1:46pmWith job creation key to Nevada's ongoing economic recovery, Gov. Brian Sandoval and Northern Nevada Development Authority officials announced Monday that the agency's work has led to a milestone, making a $1 billion economic impact across a five county region over the past three years.
Local Companies Recognized at the NNDA Pioneer Awards
Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/26/2013 - 10:45amOn September 24, 2013 the Northern Nevada Development Authority held their Pioneer Awards event, recognizing new businesses that have relocated to Nevada along with those that have expanded in the past 12 months. This signature event also saw the largest attendance for this event in NNDA history with over 340 celebrating these announcements. In addition to this annual recognition businesses were selected in 9 different categories. For six weeks NNDA collected over 50 nominees in those categories with the winners being announced at the Pioneer Awards Banquet.
Higher education cuts would weaken Nevada’s economic development
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 2:55pmThe latest legislative funding proposals for Nevada’s rural community colleges will do serious harm to the economic development work now employed through a partnership between Northern Nevada Development Authority and Western Nevada College.
Saturday’s committee vote in the Nevada Legislature would result in a General Fund cut of 11.42 percent in the budget of Western Nevada College. This comes on top of more than 27 percent in reductions over the past five years, which led to a significant loss of academic programs, faculty, staff, and services.
Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki to speak at April NNDA breakfast
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/07/2013 - 11:44amNevada Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki will speak at the next Northern Nevada Development Authority breakfast, April 24, 7 a.m. at the Carson Nugget. The cost is $20 for members and $35 for guests. Go here to register.
State's top officers to address NNDA Wednesday; five new businesses to be announced
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 4:59amThe Northern Nevada Development Authority will hear from the state's top officers and learn of five new businesses to the region during a breakfast Wednesday, 7 a.m., at the Carson Nugget in Carson City.
Attorney General Catherine Cortez-Masto will discuss Home Again Nevada and her Sex Trafficking Bill. State Treasurer Kate Marshall shares her new scholarship program for children entering kindergarten. Secretary of State Ross Miller will discuss the new Business Portal.
NNDA presents 2013 Legislative Session Overview
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/13/2013 - 11:40amThe Northern Nevada Development Authority will host a Legislative Breakfast on Feb. 27, 7 a.m. at the Carson Nugget in Carson City.
Get the latest updates on what can be expected during the legislative session with fresh, timely and on-point updates. The breakfast will be a good way to ask questions and hear what these legislators will say about their priorities for the 77th Legislative session.
Assemblymen Grady, Livermore and Wheeler will be on hand as well as State Senators Kieckhefer and Settelmeyer.
A few reasons to vote NO on CC #1
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/02/2012 - 1:53pmWhat are we voting on? The only design that has some cost estimates is a grandiose wish list with artist’s renderings presented in July 2011 that has been pared down and down… down to what? Vote NO on CC #1.
Cost estimates vary from $28M to $49M (plus financing costs), depending on what’s included. Even with the tax hike, the intent is to raid NNDA, sewer, federal and private funds. Vote NO on CC #1.
The concept dated July 2011 shows a grandiose wish list for a public-private development. Where is the pared down wish list that CC #1 asks us to approve? Vote NO on CC #1.
Northern Nevada is where the hard work is paying off
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/01/2012 - 4:02pmNorthern Nevada has earned its developing economic comeback the old-fashioned way: building on its strengths, looking to the future and taking common sense steps to coax and reward entrepreneurialism and innovation. It’s paying off.
NNDA to highlight new business, expansions at recognition dinner
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 09/15/2012 - 5:42amThe Northern Nevada Development Authority will recognize several Carson City area businesses that have expanded their operations next week during its third annual Business Recognition Dinner at the Carson Nugget.
Northern Nevada Development Authority monthly breakfast meeting
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 11:01amFind out how Nevada is addressing the needs for broadband infrastructure that is, and will be, required for our businesses; particularly for health care to remain competitive.
Join NNDA on April 25 at 7 a.m. at Dayton Valley Country Club to hear from the experts in the field of broadband telecommunications as to what projects are underway and deployed throughout the rural areas and the State.
NNDA breakfast: The Leadership Deficit
Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/16/2012 - 1:57pmThe Northern Nevada Development Authority's monthly breakfast on May 28 at the Gold Dust West features a program on "Recruiting and Retaining the Multi-Generational Workforce."
Authors Lance Richards and Jason Morga will speak about how, in today's dynamic business environment, workforce diversity has emerged as a key to unlocking competitive advantage. The aging and declining workforce is a global phenomenon presenting unprecedented workforce shifts - across traditional boundaries.
How do organizations prepare for these colliding simultaneous trends? What are the keys to success?
NNDA breakfast at Carson Nugget
Submitted by admin on Sat, 02/11/2012 - 4:31pmThe Northern Nevada Development Authority's monthly breakfast on Feb. 29 at the Carson Nugget will feature Steve Hill, director of the Governor's Office of Economic Development. Hill will share the new strategies and plans for developing a stronger and more effective economic development structure throughout the State of Nevada.
Key elements of The Plan include:
- Coordinate & execute regional planning
- Regional & sub-region branding
Annual Joint Breakfast with NNDA, BCDC & Carson Valley Chamber
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 2:29pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority, Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce and Business Council of Douglas County are hosting their annual joint membership breakfast meeting Nov. 8 at the Carson Valley Inn. This year's program will feature two distinctive presenters, each bringing a global perspective to two very important topics - gaming and skiing.
NNDA breakfast program at Carson Nugget
Submitted by admin on Thu, 08/18/2011 - 5:02pmThe Northern Nevada Development Authority presents Good Things Happening in Carson City, on Sept. 13 at 7 a.m. at the Carson Nugget.
Join us as Mayor Bob Crowell outlines the great changes taking place in Carson City and their importance to the community as a whole, as well as how the health of the commercial real estate market relates to the proposed City Center Project.
NNDA presents 'Mining - Then and Now'
Submitted by admin on Mon, 07/18/2011 - 2:48pmThe Northern Nevada Development Authority's monthly breakfast on July 27 will feature a program on mining in the Silver State. Discover why mining is important not only to the state of Nevada but also to those of us here in the Sierra Region.
Hear from Lou Schack, Barrick Gold's Director of Communications and Community Affairs, on how Barrick has became THE largest GOLD mining company in the WORLD - and the largest mining company (of any kind) in Nevada! Lou will describe the company's various operations in and contributions to Nevada.