As I near a decade of life and work in Northern Nevada, we continue to see significant shifts in who we are as a community. We’re not quite to a point where we can fully appreciate both who we were and who we are going to be. Working sports and entertainment gives us a unique perspective on the needs, wants, and challenges of our community.
Read MorePower listening is NOT about reaching agreement. Power listening IS about understanding and showing that we understand. Listening comes in two flavors: understanding facts and understanding feelings, also known as empathy.
Read MoreFor the first time in more than 16 years, Nevada’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology – popularly known as NCET – has a new leader. Sarah Johns has been named President and CEO and replaces Dave Archer who is retiring on April 30 after 16 years with NCET.
Read MoreSierra Medical Center, Reno's newest full-service regional medical center, will provide residents with convenient access to quality healthcare when and where they need it most, including cardiology, oncology, labor and delivery, neurology, orthopedics, and much more.
Read MoreWhat do Planet of the Apricot Ale, shred sheds, cataracts, deep cycle batteries, VR/AR/NFT and a church turned bank turned co-working facility have in common? They’re all products or services offered by the organizations and people that won the 2022 NCET and EDAWN Awards.
Read MoreOnce you have obtained your business license and permits, it’s time to create a simple and effective accounting system. Your first step is to open a business bank account so that you can separate your personal money from your business money. It’s easier if you open a new account where you currently bank, however, be sure to take your personal and business ids with you.
Read MoreAs business leaders, we know the value of the ROI (Return on Investment) metric to help us make decisions. It’s probably safe to say that it’s one of the most straightforward and most-used decision-making tools available, and we all are hooked on ROI. But today, I want to suggest that you don’t want to be hooked by ROI.
Read MoreHomelessness, addiction and mental illness are not only increasing in our region, but all over the nation. It seems pretty overwhelming but the good news is there ARE things that you can do right now, and it doesn't take much.
Read MoreJon Edmondo and Bruce Robertson have been re-elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology.
Read MoreDid you know that Reno’s newest all-in-one co-working hub, event space and wedding venue can be found on the corner of Wells Avenue and Vassar Street? The historic Little Flower Church has transformed into The Virgil!
Read MoreWith all that we’ve experienced over the last two years, I don’t think anyone would deny that we could all use just a little more laughter in our lives. But what about more laughter at work? I think most of us would agree that laughter feels good and is good for us. So why shouldn’t it be part of our daily work life?
Read MoreOne of the quieter social channels is LinkedIn, which has earned its reputation as a business platform, and a distinguished one at that. Unlike the bevy of other, more gregarious, social media platforms, LinkedIn provides stately social engagement in three primary areas.
Read MoreBusiness-to-business partnerships run off the strength of relationships. Especially in a tight-knit community like Reno-Tahoe. What type of environment is better than a sporting event that allows people to be themselves and enjoy the company of others? Not many.
Read MoreSkip Benton has been elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported nonprofit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology, and Peter Fishburn and Dave Zybert have been re-elected to the NCET board.
Read MoreBeaverFit is the industry leader in providing unique outdoor functional training equipment, tactical/operational tools, and turnkey training facilities specific to the military services. All equipment is designed and manufactured in their HQ facility right here in Reno.
Read MoreNCET is very pleased that the UNR Innevation Center is the new home of NCET's monthly Biz Café events!
Starting in February, we'll be meeting in the VERY cool "Concept Café" the perfect space for our Biz Café lecture series. Thanks to Grace Chou, Ania Calvillo-Mason and the entire Innevation Center team for making this happen!
Read MoreShould you re-do your website? Does the University of Nevada, Reno offer workforce training and other skills training? NCET’s panel of business and technology experts answer your questions in our monthly column.
Read MoreEnsuring your small business is compliant with local, state, and federal regulation is a big job and can be confusing for first time business owners. Many types of business licenses and permitting are available to you, but which are necessary? And what will suit your small business best?
Read MoreNominations are now open for the 2022 NCET Tech Awards, celebrating the Northern Nevada individuals and companies who have greatly enhanced the growth and prestige of technology community.
Read MoreAre you using all the visual tools available to showcase your business or service to potential clients? Here are some tips so that you can take advantage of easily accessible tools to push your brand visually and polish your visual online identity.
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