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Carson City takes pride in offering a business-friendly environment. We seek to provide the resources and services established and start-up companies need to build business success. A variety of federal, state, and local resources are available in the area to assist local businesses, provide business information and support specific industry sectors.

Employee Training & Recruitment

Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation (DETR)

The Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation  provides a number of labor-related services to Nevada's job seekers and employers. Services include, but are not limited to, applicant recruitment and screening, a career enhancement training program, and provision of labor market information.

Western Nevada Community College (WNCC)

In response to the local business community’s needs, Western Nevada Community College has designed specialized training programs in machine tool, drafting, electronics, computing and other occupational areas. Recent training programs conducted for area businesses have included welding certification, math, English, supervisory training, and computer applications.

Nevada Business Services

Nevada Business Services is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor through the Workforce Investment Act to provide employment and training services to eligible residents. Services that are offered to employers include new employee assessment, pre-screening and recruitment, on-the-job training and customized training.

Business Development

Northern Nevada Development Authority (NNDA)

The NNDA provides a wealth of information about the economy, the companies and the workforce in northwestern Nevada. The NNDA focuses on Carson City, Douglas, Storey and Lyon Counties. Available through the NNDA is information regarding the area’s school systems, utilities, government, and recreation, as well as a comprehensive Industrial Supplier Directory.

Management Assistance Program (MAP)

As the industrial extension program of the University and Community College System of Nevada, MAP works directly with Nevada manufacturing, construction and mining companies to streamline operations, apply the most up-to-date and sophisticated technology, provide managerial assistance and train workers.

Small Business Development Center at the Carson City Area Chamber of Commerce

The Nevada Small Business Development Center provides free and low-cost business counseling to both new and existing businesses out of the Chamber of Commerce offices in Carson City. This service makes it even more convenient for area businesses to obtain the information they need for achieving success without making to 30 mile  to the main SBDC office on the University of Nevada, Reno campus.

Nevada Manufacturers Association (NMA)

NMA is an association of manufacturers in Nevada joined together to pursue common goals. Through the leadership of its members, elected officers and staff, the NMA is recognized as the voice of manufacturing in Nevada.

U.S. Business Advisor

The U.S. Business Advisor (Business.gov) is a collaborative effort managed by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Business.gov provides a one-stop, common access point for Federal Government services and information needed to assist with starting, running, and growing a business.

Nevada Film Office

The Nevada Film Office promotes and supports the use of the state's locations, services and crew members by the production industry.

Nevada JobConnect

Nevada JobConnect, a Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation program, is charged with providing workforce development services to Nevada employers and job seekers. The organization offers recruiting, retention, training and retraining, and outplacement services, as well as valuable information on labor law and labor market statistics to Nevada employers.

Nevada Technology Council (NTC)

Statewide membership consists of both private and public sector individuals who are interested in affecting change and policy to enhance technology growth in Nevada. NTC members include entrepreneurs, business leaders, technologists, prominent government officials, scientists and involved citizens.

NevadaWorks

NevadaWorks is the only agency that coordinates workforce development to meet the needs of employers in northern Nevada. NevadaWorks provides businesses, economic development authorities, educational institutions, governmental agencies and individuals with unique occupational, labor and workforce statistics and information through the publication of current Occupational Outlook Reports and other workforce, economic and employment surveys that meet locally identified economic and employer needs.

USDA - Rural Development Office, Nevada State Office

USDA - Rural Development is the lead federal entity for rural economic and community development needs. The organization administers financial and technical assistance through a network of state Rural Development offices, various non-profit and educational institutional partners, as well as its national office.

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

The U.S. Small Business Administration provides a wide variety of financial, technical and management assistance to help start, run and grow businesses. The SBA is dedicated to providing customer-oriented, full-service programs and accurate, timely information to the entrepreneurial community.

Nevada Small Business Development Center (NSBDC)

The Nevada Small Business Development Center is a statewide business assistance outreach program of the University of Nevada, Reno. The organization provides an abundance of free and low-cost information, assistance, counseling and training for Nevada businesses.

Nevada Microenterprise Initiative (NMI)

Nevada Microenterprise Initiative  is a private non-profit business development corporation, founded in 1991. NMI assistance includes finance for start-ups or business expansion, entrepreneurial training and one to one business counseling.

Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)

The SCORE Association  is a non-profit association dedicated to entrepreneurial education and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide.

Nevada Procurement Outreach Program (POP)

The Nevada Procurement Outreach Program  works to increase the flow of contract dollars to Nevada businesses by providing training and technical assistance to find, bid on, and win federal, state and local contracts.

International Trade Assistance

U.S. Commercial Service

The U.S. Commercial Service offers valuable assistance to help businesses export goods and services to markets worldwide.

Nevada Global Trade and Investment Office

The Nevada Global Trade and Investment Office conducts trade missions, provides export seminars and counseling services, and hosts foreign delegations to Nevada.

Nevada World Trade Council (NEWTRAC)

The Nevada World Trade Council is a non-profit professional business organization serving Nevada’s international business community. NEWTRAC encourages and supports Nevada’s economic diversification and growth by further developing Nevada’s international business opportunities.  By offering access to a variety of resources and educational seminars, NEWTRAC provides the business community with the resources, knowledge, and skills necessary to effectively conduct global trade.

Other Economic Development Resource Links

Nevada Commission on Economic Development (CED)

Provides specific research and statistical information about the State of Nevada. The Nevada Commission on Economic Development  also administers Nevada incentive programs, Nevada's International Trade Program, Procurement Outreach Program (POP), and Nevada Film Office.

Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau provides information regarding events, attractions, lodging and dining in Carson City. The Bureau’s website is updated on a daily basis and provides the most current information about Carson City’s attractions. Visitors can book hotel stays from the website. 

Carson City Area hamber of Commerce

The mission of the Carson City Area Chamber of Commerce is to continually build a healthy economy and high quality of life in Carson City. The Chamber of Commerce offers member organizations visibility, representation, business information, exposure and training services.

Historic Resources Commission

The Historic Resources Commission promotes the educational, cultural and economic values of Carson City’s historic districts. The Commission oversees the aesthetics of development in the historic districts, as well as any remodeling of historic structures, new building design and demolition. 775-887-2188

Utilities Resources

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