Using humor in a social media strategy can be an effective way to spread awareness and connect with your audience. When done properly, humor can be a powerful tool that can help you stand out in a constant stream of information, diffuse trolls, and humanize your content…
Read MoreThere is one international company out there with a footprint in Nevada actively working to meet our country's expanding domestic lithium production needs. That company is Lithium Americas (LA)…
Read MoreLocal government and words like “engaging,” “fun,” and “inspiring” don’t often go together. Well, the Washoe County Leadership Academy is about to turn that notion on its head, because what we have in store for participants in our second annual program is all those things, and more…
Read MoreIn the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the quest to reach larger audiences and forge loyal customer bases poses a significant challenge. As a forward-thinking leader, it’s crucial to understand the need to stand out amidst the noise and captivate your target audience…
Read MoreWe have long conceded that access to the Internet is absolutely vital for people and organizations to even participate in society at this point. In Nevada, we often describe the dearth of quality, affordable connectivity options as a “rural broadband” issue…
Read MoreNearly 30 local businesses and people were honored at the 16th annual NCET / EDAWN Tech Awards and Showcase on Tuesday, May 23rd at the Reno Elks Lodge. It was a sold-out event with a boisterous crowd which celebrated entrepreneurs past and present…
Read MoreReno is home to the biggest little ski company in the world – Moment Skis. Many don’t know that Moment Skis is also the largest ski manufacturer based in the U.S. There is a success story behind Moment Skis and why skiers around the country flat-out love their skis…
Read MoreDespite oral health being a critical component to our overall health, something like 75% of Americans experience a level of dental anxiety. Three quarters of the potential customer base we can market to are prone to anxieties that could keep them from coming in the first place…
Read MoreDon’t wish your life was easier, strive for the strength to overcome the hardships. While the first option is indeed tempting, it’s guaranteed to disappoint you sooner rather than later…
Read MoreAs a business owner, there are many variables that need to be considered when searching for space. Even Googling “Finding Commercial Space” doesn’t supply you with tips or recommendations, it shows you tons of listings that may or may not fit your needs and/or may or may not be available…
Read MoreReno is an essential base for clean energy company Fulcrum BioEnergy which aims to produce renewable, drop-in transportation fuels at scale from an abundant and low-cost source that doesn’t need to be grown or pulled from a well… household garbage…
Read MoreStartup accelerator programs are on the rise across the country. The big question for most entrepreneurs is whether it is worth it. Some are free, others charge fees, and many are an exchange for equity in the business…
Read MoreWhen you hear the term “community,” you likely think of your neighborhood, perhaps your school, your church, or other groups of people with which you share a common interest or objectives. When you think about the role of a community in your business, it may be harder to envision…
Read MoreWhat happens if you own your own business that thrives or dies based on your success and you can’t work for a week or two because of your health? What happens to that business? In most cases production is going to go down…
Read MoreWe are fortunate in Washoe County to have an excellent EMS program in place, but it's not as easy to implement as you may have been led to believe…
Read MoreGolf tournament season is just around the corner. Are you planning a fundraising tournament or being asked to be a sponsor? There are many ways for both the organizer and the sponsors to make the event successful and enjoyable for everyone…
Read MoreGetting media coverage is a great way to increase brand awareness and ultimately boost sales. It’s also helpful for building credibility. But in order to get that attention, first you must have a piece of news that’s worth sharing and then get the right journalist to pay attention…
Read MoreIs it possible to prepare for change? Every day we are pivoting through life, whether it’s in business or in our personal lives, we are constantly pivoting or navigating through decisions that can either move us into the future we have always desired or keep us stuck in “Groundhog Day”-like scenarios going nowhere…
Read MoreNevadaworks is the local workforce development board for Northern Nevada and supports workforce development in 13 counties with an area of more than 70,000 square miles, making it one of the single largest local workforce geographical areas in the country…
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