Krolicki to discuss economy

Northern Nevada Development Authority hosts Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki as he addresses the business community on the future of economic development March 31 at 6 p.m.

The reception is open from 4-7 p.m. at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.

Krolicki will share his insight on the state's economic development efforts.

"What is on everyone's mind is how Nevada will look in the future," Krolicki said. "The old adage - thinking outside the box - has a much more powerful meaning today than ever before. The NNDA partnerships and committee structure are meeting this 'new normal' head on."

Rob Hooper, executive director of the NNDA, will update attendees on the organization's strategies and goals for the Sierra region and uncover how Nevada is luring companies not only from California but from states like Washington, Oregon and others through this new concept of open source economic development.

Attendees will also hear from the chairpersons of the newly formed NNDA action advisory committees which have been working to improve the region's economy and future.

The program also brings together, in a one-stop-shop networking atmosphere, the key resource providers who will share their expertise and explain their programs and services on a one-on-one basis. Anyone seeking business assistance is encouraged to attend to meet with the agencies and organizations that will be present to assist businesses grow and prosper.

"A similar reception was held last September in Carson City and brought together more than 100 area business owners and managers who connected with more than a 15 resource providers," Hooper explained. "Each person got one-on-one, face-to-face time to ask questions, get answers and learn more about these great resource organizations; and in most cases, these critical services are on a no-cost basis."

The event is open to the public free of charge. A courtesy reservation is requested by calling 883-4413, e-mailing nnda@nnda.org or online at www.nnda.org in the events section.

Light refreshments are sponsored by Douglas County, Heritage Bank of Nevada, GE Energy, NV Energy, Nevada Appeal and the Washoe Tribe of Nevada/California. A no-host bar will be available.