Company Announcements:

Orderful is a company expanding into the Northern Nevadan market. Their Electronic Data Integration (EDI) platform offers a modern software developer experience to enhance GPS tracking systems for their clients, including FedEx, USPS, UPS and others in the logistics and transportation space. Orderful operates with 50+ highly paid technicians and IT professionals. We are excited to announce that their executive team is contemplating Northern Nevada to name as their new headquarters.

Kuriyama of America operates a significant packaging, logistics and distribution center. The company distributes a complete line of thermoplastic, rubber and metal hose products and accessories including couplings and fittings. They are adding 15 jobs to the region with future plants to expand their 60,000 SF building in Reno. This would be their third expansion in market.

In Other News:

EDAWN's Business Development team completed 11 site visits and 8 new leads for the month of July. 

To contact the Business Development team, please email Heather Wessling Grosz, Amanda Berry, or Danielle Randol. 

Nevadaworks, our regional workforce board, has entered a new phase with the GJNN grant with the enrollment of participants in a variety of training programs. With over 1,500 interest forms completed, over 400 participants have begun training in the fields of manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and digital technology. Interested employers should monitor the progress of these candidates and be prepared to interview potential employees who have completed the training curriculum. Please go to https://nevadaworks.com/ for more information.  

Apply now for the Pack Internship Grant Program’s 2025 cycle! Since 2015, PIGP has hosted over 550 internships with 180+ employers in the Reno-Sparks-Tahoe area, offering invaluable career experiences for Wolf Pack students. Employer applications are open until October 11, 2024. The program runs from January 21 to May 1, 2025, and requires 120 hours of work at a minimum wage of $16/hour. Employers can opt to pay higher wages. Find the application here.

The BRE Team discovered an expansion opportunity while conducting an in person visit with Old Dominion Freight Line. Old Dominion currently employs over 200 individuals in Northern Nevada and has plans to add approximately 100 new positions in the coming months, as it expands its’ facility by 300k square feet. EDAWN’s Business Development Team will work with Old Dominion Freight Line on their Expansion.

The Business Retention Team at EDAWN conducted 25 visits in August resulting in 29 non-assisted jobs added for the month, with a forecast of 39 additional jobs to be added next year.

At EDAWN, our Business Retention and Expansion Team is committed to your success. We provide the resources, guidance, and support you need to overcome challenges and seize growth opportunities.  

To contact the Business Retention, & Expansion Team, email Veronica Chavez or Kimberly Yaeger.

Reno Startup Week was a huge success! In its second year, Reno Startup Week doubled in size, bringing together over 500 entrepreneurs, investors, and support organizations for a week of networking, learning, fun activities, and inspiring talks from industry experts. Check out Reno Startup Week’s LinkedIn page for event recaps, and stay tuned for next year’s event dates to be announced soon! A big thank you to this year’s sponsors: Entrepreneur's Organization, Dell for Startups, Google, and PNC Bank.    

The 18th Annual NCET Business Expo has been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2024. This free, public event expects to draw over 1,000 attendees. Businesses are encouraged to participate as exhibitors or sponsors to gain valuable marketing exposure and visibility, leveraging extensive media coverage leading up to the event. Sign-up to participate here.

Fly nonstop from Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Chicago O’Hare, with options that fit your travel plans. United Airlines offers year-round service, perfect for business or vacation trips. Whether you’re making deals or sightseeing, this route connects you to Chicago’s bustling financial district, iconic architecture and vibrant cultural scene. See all available nonstop destinations at renoairport.com/flights/non-stop-destinations/.

First Nevada needs dedicated volunteers to help PreK-12 grade STEAM robotics competitions and events. Learn more about First Nevada’s programs to introduce students to engineering and coding here info.firstinspires.org/first-divehow.

Or, contact Aki Okazaki A.Okazaki@firstnevada.org, Northern Nevada Volunteer Coordinator, for information. No experience required!

As the 8th largest bank in North America by assets¹, BMO has a 200+ year history of being a strong, safe, and stable financial services partner. Our strategic focus on North American growth, supported by a global presence that provides our clients access to the world, sets us apart from our competitors. By partnering with BMO and our Reno-based team, you will have access to expertise in a range of industries and an extensive suite of solutions. We offer businesses deeper strategic guidance and provide creative strategies to help your company grow and maintain a competitive advantage.

For more information, visit commercial.bmo.com and contact Jamie Gazza, Principal Team Lead, Emerging Middle Market.

¹Source: Bloomberg GICS screen of largest North American banks by total assets as of July 31, 2024

Banking products are subject to approval and are provided in the United States by BMO Bank N.A. Member FDIC

Thank you to our New Gold Investor!

1. BMO

Thank you to our New Silver Investors!

1. Community Health Alliance
2. Railroad Industries, Inc.

Major Investor Renewals:

($12,500, $25,000, & $50,000)

• Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
• Mark IV Capital Inc.
• Porter Group, LLC
• Basin Street Properties
• Bender Group, LLC
• Dickson Commercial Group
• IntelliSource
• ITS Logistics
• Gilbane Building Company
• Digiprint Corporation
• StoneHaven Development, LLC
• Dermody Properties
• THE ROW

Silver Investor Renewals:

($2,500)

• Albright & Associates, LTD
• Nevada State Development Corporation

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.

Click here to view a list of EDAWN’s 2024 upcoming events.

If you are an EDAWN investor and would like to volunteer at our events, please contact Sheila Imsdahl, Senior Vice President of Investor Relations and Events, at imsdahl@edawn.org, 775.829.3704.

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.