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Reno/Sparks has maintained a competitive advantage due to the cooperative efforts between public and private sectors. The University of Nevada system provides a multitude of support services to new, expanding and established companies, which also benefit from the university's research collaboration, internship and technology transfer programs. In an effort to maintain a pro-business environment, Reno/Sparks also allows immediate access to local and state political leaders. Just pick up the phone and talk to the governor or a state senator. This cooperation is also demonstrated by our state legislature, which was ranked #3 in 1995 for the best State Legislature by Expansion Management magazine.
University of Nevada, Reno (UNR)
Office for Economic Outreach & Development
The Manufacturing Assistance Partnership (MAP) program is designed to provide the manufacturing industry with expertise in engineering, financial, logistical, marketing and human resources assistance. Participants include the College of Business, Engineering, Technology Transfer Center and the Institute for Business & Industry (TMCC). (702) 784-4740.
Bureau of Business and Economic Research
This Bureau provides a broad array of funded research and consulting opportunities. It generates reports for local, state, national businesses & governmental entities. Publications on business and economic topics are published regularly. This center serves the needs of those who require current business and economic information about the region, state and nation. (702) 784-6877.
Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
SBDC provides low-cost business management training and counseling for new and relocating businesses throughout Nevada. (702) 784-1717.
The Center for Logistics Management
This center is committed to "partnering" with businesses to provide cost-effective research on a variety of logistics related issues. Graduates with a logistics major in the College of Business are heavily recruited by top national corporations. (702) 784-6814.
The Office of Technological Liaison
This office provides access to technology transfer, research facilities & equipment, research databases and industrial grants to local businesses. Below are examples of how businesses have benefited from collaborative efforts in developmental and applied research. (702) 784-6869.
College of Engineering
Led by a graduate student, the University developed a unique magnetic locking process for security systems. This technology was licensed to Securitron/Magnalock Corporation which further developed the process in the form of a new product.
School of Medicine
The Department of Microbiology developed a monoclonal antibody for diagnosing cryptococcosis. This technology was licensed to Meridian Diagnostics, Cleveland, Ohio, and is widely used in clinical labs across the nation.
Mackay School of Mines
The Clarkson Company in Sparks contracted with UNR to assist in the design & development of improving their existing line of slurry valves.
Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC)
The Institute for Business and Industry
This institute prepares a wide variety of programs such as non-credit courses for productivity and quality improvement; customized on-site job training; industrial safety training; and computer training. The Industrial Training Academy develops prospective industrial technicians and journey-level employees through internships and intense in-class training.
Desert Research Institute, (DRI)
As a part of the University system, DRI conducts basic and applied environmental research sponsored by government and industry. They have facilities throughout the state and the faculty serve as instructors as well as researchers. (702) 673-7300.
Government
State of Nevada Commission on Economic Development
This state agency works together with local development authorities and provides specific research and statistical information. CED also certifies all economic development incentive programs, such as sales & use tax abatement and deferrals. (702) 687-4325.
Local Municipalities
The three local entities: Reno, Sparks and Washoe County work as partners with EDAWN to maintain an advantageous and competitive business climate in the Truckee Meadows. The cities and county have Community Development Departments devoted to assisting businesses through the regulatory process. The local governments are managed by city or county managers and elected councilmen or commissioners. Both cities have elected mayors. For more information contact the Community Development Departments at the following numbers:
City of Reno (702) 334-2060
City of Sparks (702) 353-2338
Washoe County (702) 328-3600
