I never guess. It is a capital mistake to theorize before one has data. Insensibly one begins to twist facts to suit theories, instead of theories to suit facts. – Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Author of Sherlock Holmes stories The ability to gather and interpret market data is paramount to making intelligent business decisions. In […]
Class 2 – Site Selection and Development
On November 13th, the second DLI Class of 2018 convened at the Cushman & Wakefield office where principal board member Jeff LaPour held an engaging discussion on Site Selection and Development. LaPour has successfully navigated complicated development projects in CO, AZ, CA, and of course Las Vegas, NV for the past 20 years. Read more
Thanks to everyone who helped out at our Annual Thanksgiving Angel Basket food drive and basket assembly event on November 18th, in partnership with Vegas Youth Ambassadors and Communities in Schools. Adults and kids alike sorted food and decorated baskets which were then delivered to 30 families in need. The baskets also included extra meals to ensure these families had meals all through the holiday weekend. THANK YOU NAIOP members and their families who came out! Read more
“The Greatest Show on Earth” 2017 Bus Tour event was a huge success last month. The event showcased a mix of 41 industrial, office and retail projects that were recently completed, under construction or planned for future development. 6 buses that were sponsored by NAIOP members followed the same route for an approximate 3 hour tour. Read more
The 2018 Spotlight Awards Committee is well underway in planning the 21st Annual Spotlight Awards. We’re excited to roll out several changes to the awards this year, including NEW project & industry categories, NEW questions and a NEW process for judging. It’s time for a fresh “post recession” makeover, with even better NAIOP Spotlight Awards appeal. As usual, the awards program recognizes NAIOP members who impact the local commercial real estate industry and their community and helps to increase public awareness for new developments. Read more
Name: Jim Slack
Title: Director of Client Relations
Company: DC Building Group
# of years in the industry: 3+
1. One NAIOP success story:
On more than one occasion a NAIOP member has made an introduction, has given me helpful market information or provided an opportunity to close business. Through NAIOP we find ourselves more connected, more involved and better equipped to handle the ever changing climate of the Las Vegas commercial market.
NAIOP Southern Nevada – October Breakfast Overview
“Move Some Dirt with the Best in Land Business”
Panelists
Scott Gragson, Colliers International, executive vice president, land division
Bob Gronauer, Kaempfer Crowell, managing partner
Liz Andocia, Toll Brothers, Inc., land acquisition manager
Kevin Higgins, CBRE, executive vice president, moderator
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Students came prepared with their work assigned prior to the course which included reading a case study on T. Boone Pickens. The article discussed Pickens’ abilities in forward thinking and a keen awareness of his entire industry. By doing so, Pickens took over the market.
If you don’t know Rick Myers, you should! He kept the class engaged for hours while addressing the nuances of construction, architecture, product types, etc. Rick is knowledgeable about everything discussed and stressed the importance of staying relevant and up-to-date in the community.
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Congratulations to our very generous NAIOP membership for exceeding last year’s donations to Helping Hands of Vegas Valley. This year we raised $525 in cash donations and more than 800 lbs. of food and paper products. This exceeded the 506 lbs. we did last year. All donations benefit local elderly on fixed incomes.
Thanksgiving is around the corner and we will be assisting 30 families with baskets filled with a Thanksgiving feast! Mark your calendars to attend our Saturday, November 18th event. Members are encouraged to bring their families to help decorate baskets. The baskets and will be delivered along with a turkey to each family on November 20th. Keep your eyes peeled for a reminder in your inbox!
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In shock and dismay, NAIOP sends our deepest and heartfelt condolences to everyone affected by Sunday’s mass shooting. It is difficult to imagine such horrendous terror inflicted on our fellow human beings. We are thankful to Las Vegas Metro and first responders who stepped in with both speed and courage to assist and rescue victims and to diffuse the situation.
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