BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT UPDATES | | |
Ellis Partners, a privately-owned commercial real estate investment and development company, is pleased to announce their next development in Northern Nevada. Their collaboration with a pioneer in high-power-density colocation facilities, Colovore, will deliver a state-of-the-art, liquid-cooled data center project in the North Valleys.
Colovore data centers deliver large power circuits and liquid-cooling to each cabinet on the data center floor, a unique feature in the world of colocation that has set them apart with the onset of enterprise artificial intelligence and machine learning. They will be operating within an 82k square foot facility, establishing 10 new jobs with an average wage of $50 per hour and invest $250 million in capital expenditures.
| | Buckeye Corrugated is a privately held, employee-owned company with eleven manufacturing facilities and five sheet feeders, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. The company will operate within 100k square feet at the Airway Commerce Center and plans to expand distribution to their west coast clientele within the 1st year of operation. Buckeye will establish 50 new jobs within the next 5 years at an average wage of $39 per hour and invest $14 million in capital expenditures. | | |
Join Us At Reno CENTRA Data Center's Groundbreaking Event
on Thursday, November 13th from 10 - 11 AM – RSVP Here.
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EDAWN’s Business Development and Attraction Team works to secure new expansion facilities and/or relocations from new primary companies exploring the Greater Reno-Sparks market. The team acts as a concierge service for companies, providing customized market data, responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) from site selectors and companies considering major investments in both real estate and resulting in high quality employment growth for the region.
To contact the Business Development team, please email Heather Wessling Grosz, Amanda Berry, or Danielle Randol.
| | BUSINESS RETENTION & EXPANSION UPDATES | | Primary Company Future Form Manufacturing, formerly B&J Industries, is expanding its U.S. operations and tripling production capacity to meet growing demand for its data center infrastructure products. The company’s new 150,000-square-foot facility in Sparks, Nevada, strengthens its national footprint and supports continued growth in advanced manufacturing. EDAWN congratulates Future Form on this exciting expansion and is proud to see another primary company driving innovation, investment, and high-quality job creation in Northern Nevada. Learn more about their expansion here. | | |
Business Builder Volunteers Strengthen Retention & Expansion Efforts!
EDAWN’s BR&E team is proud to be working alongside 22 certified Business Builder Volunteers, who helped to complete 29 primary company visits, demonstrating the effectiveness of volunteer outreach.
Volunteer Spotlight:
Thank you to Business Builder Volunteer and EDAWN Investor Jim Gerhard and his staff for hosting our Business Builders Fall Networking Event at the Staybridge Hospitality Suites!
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EDAWN’s Business Retention and Expansion Team is committed to the success of our region’s primary companies. We are here to assist you by providing resources, guidance, and the support you may need when facing challenges and opportunities to grow your business.
To contact the Business Retention, & Expansion Team, email Veronica Chavez or Kimberly Yaeger.
| | Thank you to everyone who helped make Reno Startup Week 2025 a success! With over 50 sessions, 1400 registrations, a live muralist, and 5 headline events, this year’s event showcased the strength and diversity of our entrepreneurial ecosystem. We’d love your feedback as we begin planning for next year, what worked, what didn’t, and what you'd like to see more of. Please take a moment to fill out our short survey: Share Your Feedback | | |
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Did you know your startup can be listed at no cost on StartupReno.org?
Our Featured Startups page is more than a directory, it’s a key visibility tool for growing companies in Northern Nevada. The site is regularly visited by investors, founders, and business leaders from across the country and around the world who are looking to connect with innovative startups in our region. If you’re a founder, this is your opportunity to showcase your company, gain exposure, and contribute to building a stronger, more connected entrepreneurial ecosystem.
To be included, simply fill out the short form here.
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| Last week, the Fall 2025 cohort of gener8tor’s Electrify Nevada program visited Reno as part of their statewide exploration. The 11 energy and sustainability startups toured Tesla, Redwood Materials, and Dragonfly Energy, and connected with key ecosystem partners. The visit concluded with a “Why Nevada” fireside chat featuring Doug Erwin, Chris Reilly, and Caleb Cage. EDAWN is proud to support this initiative helping to spotlight Nevada as a launchpad for innovation in climate and energy. Learn more about the companies here. | | EDAWN congratulates the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) on breaking ground for its new Ground Transportation Center and Consolidated Rental Car Facility at Reno-Tahoe International Airport. This $299 million project is part of the broader MoreRNO initiative, designed to improve passenger experience and support Northern Nevada’s continued growth. The new facility will streamline transportation services by bringing rental cars, rideshares, and shuttles together in one convenient location. Read more about it here. | | MAJOR INVESTOR OF THE MONTH | | |
Metcalf Builders Recognized Among ENR’s Top 100 Western Contractors
Metcalf Builders has earned a place among the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 100 Contractors in the West for 2025, ranking 75th overall across six western states. The company was also named the 12th top contractor in Nevada, the only general contractor headquartered in northern Nevada to make the list, and the 13th ranked multi-unit residential contractor in the western U.S.
This marks the third consecutive year Metcalf has been recognized by ENR, highlighting the company’s continued growth, excellence, and leadership in the construction industry. Founded in 1994, Metcalf specializes in commercial construction and management for both public and private sectors, maintaining a philosophy that “together we are building the future.” The company’s success stems from a team-driven approach, client collaboration, and a commitment to quality, cost, and timing on every project.
Learn more about Metcalf Builders’ work and ongoing projects at www.metcalfbuilders.com.
| | INVESTOR RELATIONS UPDATES | | | |
Thank you to our New Platinum Investor!
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Thank you to our New Presidential Gold Investors!
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Thank you to our New Gold Investors!
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Thank you to our New Silver Investors!
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Major Investor Renewals:
($12,500, $25,000, & $50,000)
- Colliers International
- Dermody
- Elemental LED, Inc.
- Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
- Savage and Son, Inc.
- Martin Harris Construction
- Digiprint Corporation
- Basin Street Properties
- Porter Group, LLC
- Warehouse Equipment Solutions, Inc.
- BMO Bank
- PacStates
- Snell & Wilmer
- Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
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Silver Investor Renewals:
($2,500)
- DL Freight Solutions
- Fairview Investments LLC
- Advantage Capital
- Comstock Insurance Agencies, Inc.
- Wood Rogers, Inc.
- Eddy House
| | | We appreciate your continued support! If your company is not currently an investor with EDAWN and you are interested in becoming involved, see the resources below. If you have any questions about EDAWN investment, please email Sheila Imsdahl or Janel Walsh. | | |
The EDAWN Executive Update is designed to give you a quick update on what is happening in our community and at EDAWN regarding economic development.
Please forward this to others you know that may be interested. For more information, please email Ava Coulter or call (775)-343-6811.
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