Catch up on recent news and announcements about our members!  Do you have news you'd like to share?  Please contact us today!

2017 Economic Forum

Learn about key economic and business trends impacting northern Nevada at First Independent Bank's 2017 Economic Forum on September 12th at 7 AM.  For more information and to register, click info.firstindependentnv.com/econforum2017

Case Study Centers on Chamber Member Neeser Construction

Founded by Jerry Neeser in 1969, Neeser Construction is one of the largest contractors in Alaska, and specializes in real estate development.  See the Review from US Builders HERE.

Chamber Board Member named to the RSCVA Board

Vick Wowo, Chamber board member was named to the RSCVA board to represent the Chamber and its membership.  RSCVA board members typically serve a two year term.  Click HERE to read more from the RGJ.

Congratulations to Chamber Member Kimmie Candy Co.

In continuation with his message of putting America First, President Donald J. Trump is hosting an event at the White House on Monday, July 17, 2017 at 3 p.m. that highlights and celebrates American-Made products and encourages other companies to manufacture their products in the United States. Accompanying President Trump at this event will be the Vice President, Cabinet Secretaries, members of Congress, and members of the President’s Senior Staff.
Nevada will be represented by:
Company: Kimmie Candy
Location: Reno, NV

Tahoe Trail Bar Awarded Prestigious Whole Foods Grant

Whole Foods Market’s 45 stores in northern California and Reno will donate five percent of its sales on Wednesday, July 26, to fund entrepreneurship grants for a select group of small businesses in the region. Tahoe Trail Bar, vegan snack bars cherished by outdoor enthusiasts, is one of the organizations chosen to receive the coveted grant.  Click HERE for more.

Nevada's Apprenticeship Project with TMCC

​Significant talent shortages and skill gaps have been widely reported to slow employers’ efforts to expand, innovate, and excel. To better meet the region’s workforce needs, including productivity and profitability, Nevada’s Apprenticeship Project is expanding to provide highly skilled employees in emerging industries, including non-traditional fields. The project, a grant-funded initiative of Truckee Meadows Community College, has broadened that scope to include non-traditional industry sectors such as health care, advanced manufacturing, information technology (IT) and service industries. Click HERE for more detailed information. 

What's a mobile wallet?  ​Our member, MasterCard, explains

What's a mobile wallet and how does it build customer loyalty and repeat business? Below is a handout we have created to help educate your small business members on mobile wallets and the future of electronic payments.
You can also access the handout here.

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Get a Plate.  Get Free Parking.

BELIEVE in this city by getting a Reno license plate today and get FREE FRIDAY PARKING in the City of Reno metered spaces.  For more information, visit the DMV or go to Reno.Gov/Plate.

Join the Airport in its efforts to LAND local retail and restaurants.

Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) wants to land local retail and restaurant businesses in the terminal to help give customers a true sense of place as they arrive and depart the Reno-Sparks region.  

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Why accept mobile payments?

The anticipated U.S. mobile payment market will be $142 billion by 2019. Watch this video from Master Your Card to learn how you can grow your customer base by accepting mobile payments and offering the latest and safest technology.