Advocacy

Henderson Chamber hosts 2017 legislative session review June 22

Chamber’s chief contract lobbyist to present during luncheon HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce will host “2017 in Summation: Biannual Nevada Legislative Luncheon” from noon to 1 p.m.…

IMPAC announces endorsements for city of Henderson elections

Business PAC supporting March for Mayor, Marz for city council Ward 3 HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson’s Issues Mobilization Political Action Committee (IMPAC) has finalized its endorsements for the city’s primary elections…

Gordon named chair of Henderson Chamber of Commerce Legislative Committee for 2016-17

Principal of Gordon Law has served on the committee since 2013 HENDERSON, Nev. – Aviva Gordon, principal of Gordon Law, was named chair of the 2016-17 Henderson Chamber of Commerce…

National Growth Awareness Week Sept. 18 – 24 draws attention to children’s growth disorders

The MAGIC Foundation boosts awareness, advocacy CHICAGO – Height is nature’s early warning signal — a potential visual alarm for parents and physicians. Growth can be an overall sign of…

Henderson Chamber of Commerce supports fuel revenue indexing extension

HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors announced it will formally back Question 5, an initiative to extend fuel revenue indexing in Clark County for 10…

Henderson Business Resource Center home to second grant recipient

USAA Bank grant recipient 22 Warriors aims to reduce suicide deaths among vets HENDERSON, Nev. – When retired Army special operations and infantryman Bill Emmel went through dark times, it…

Mental health on the minds of union sheet metal workers

Member Assistance Program has trained 250 volunteers to help local members FAIRFAX, Va. – For decades, when a member of the International Association of Sheet Metal Air, Rail and Transportation…

RTC’s Quigley to discuss Southern Nevada’s transportation needs at July 12 Henderson Chamber breakfast

RTC’s general manager continues to gather feedback needed to plan, prioritize transportation projects HENDERSON, Nev. – “Moving Our Community Forward” is the subject of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s next…

ICB Conference brings sheet metal professionals together for 15th year

More than 120 professionals attended joint labor, management event in April FAIRFAX, Va. – Sheet metal industry professionals from across the country gathered in Las Vegas April 25-29 to continue…

Henderson Chamber’s IMPAC endorses pro-business candidates for state primary elections

Candidates selected based on experience, expectations to support local businesses HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber’s Issues Mobilization Political Action Committee (IMPAC), in support of its pro-business agenda, followed its…

Quertle names Vukelich chief sales officer

Professional brings more than 25 years technology sales experience to the company HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson, Nevada-based Quertle LLC has named Boston-based Sam Vukelich chief sales officer. Vukelich brings to…

Roadmap to Success series to feature ‘How to Fail at Franchising’

Henderson Chamber to welcome Brown from FranNet as presenter April 21 HENDERSON, Nev. – Sarah Brown, consultant with FranNet in Nevada, will present “How to Fail at Franchising” as part…

Henderson Chamber names Stidham director of government affairs

Business group expands legislative, political presence HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce staff and its 1,200-plus member base welcomed Amber Stidham as the business organization’s director of government…

Henderson Chamber honors Raffi of Imagine Communications

Imagine Communications partner/creative director receives Noble Award during 16th annual Economic Development and Small Business Awards HENDERSON, Nev. – Alex Raffi, partner and creative director for Henderson-based Imagine Communications, was…

Inaugural golf tournament tees off for veterans, community Oct. 26

Event to benefit Henderson Chamber Foundation, Veterans Treatment Court HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the Veterans Treatment Court of Henderson will host the inaugural Chipping…

National Growth Awareness Day Sept. 15 draws attention to children’s growth disorders

The MAGIC Foundation boosts awareness, advocacy CHICAGO – Height is nature’s early warning signal — a potential visual alarm for parents and physicians. Growth can be an overall sign of…

Local junior high honored by Best Buddies International as Overall Most Outstanding Middle School Chapter

School honored at 26th annual Best Buddies leadership conference BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – The Best Buddies chapter at Lawrence Junior High School in Las Vegas was presented with the 2014-2015 Overall…

Advisory Committee opens communication from workers to trustees

Members from 13 regions meet twice annually to discuss issues, share information FAIRFAX, Va. – Even with the evolution of technology, sometimes the flow of communication from the workers on the…

Nevada assemblyman joins world discussions on battling human trafficking

John Hambrick served as panelist at the Baku International Humanitarian Forum; human trafficking designated as a ‘weapon of terror’ LAS VEGAS – State Assemblyman John Hambrick (R-Las Vegas) recently returned…

Nevada state senator to speak at chamber legislative breakfast

Sen. Michael Roberson to discuss legislative issues impacting business leaders during Henderson Chamber’s Oct. 14 event HENDERSON, Nev. – Nevada State Senate Minority Leader Michael Roberson (R-Henderson) will be the…

Solutions Recovery serves as sponsor in Nevada student video contest

Public service announcement contest open to sixth- to 12th-graders through Oct. 10 LAS VEGAS – Solutions Recovery is serving as a sponsor for a student public service announcement video contest…

U.S. Sen. Harry Reid to speak at Aug. 21 Henderson Chamber event

Legislative update to cover what’s being done federally to grow Nevada economy HENDERSON, Nev. – U.S. Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., will serve as the guest speaker at the Henderson Chamber of…

Nevada Broadcasters Foundation names Bonnici as executive director

Bonnici also named NBA director of sales/marketing LAS VEGAS – Early in his radio broadcasting career, Eric Bonnici said he would work for the Nevada Broadcasters Association someday. That day…

Chamber to present ‘The Margin Tax Initiative: What It Means For Your Business’ at June 10 breakfast

Griffin of Coalition to Defeat the Margin Tax Initiative to present HENDERSON, Nev. – For the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s June network breakfast Tuesday, June 10, Karen Griffin, spokesperson for…

Henderson Chamber raises $7,300 for American Cancer Society

Money was raised as part of Community Day, included sneaker design contest HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce raised $7,300 as part of the Coaches vs. Cancer Suits…

Henderson Chamber teams with college basketball coaches to fight cancer through Suits And Sneakers Challenge

Businesses encouraged to wear sneakers, support American Cancer Society HENDERSON, NEV. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce has teamed with college basketball coaches from around the nation for the Coaches…

Best Buddies to host Friendship Walk March 29 at Magical Forest

Walk free, donations benefit those with intellectual, developmental disabilities LAS VEGAS – Best Buddies Nevada will host its inaugural Friendship Walk Saturday, March 29, at the Magical Forest at Opportunity…

Chris Baughman’s ‘Off the Street: Redemption’ available now

Basketball star turned pimp brings human trafficking back to author’s home turf LAS VEGAS – Chris Baughman’s second book, “Off the Street: Redemption,” took on a more personal note for…

Henderson Chamber supports SB161, AB208

Chamber’s Legislative Committee also watching several other bills HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Chamber of Commerce Legislative Committee is supporting Senate Bill 161 and Assembly Bill 208. It has also…

Henderson Chamber of Commerce releases its 2013 legislative survey results

Top priorities include job creation, taxes, health care cost reform HENDERSON, Nev. – The results of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s 2013 Legislative Survey are in, and the business community…