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The Office of Economic Development seeks to promote private- and public-sector partnerships in order to support economic and workforce development, to attract industry-sponsored research, and to protect and develop intellectual property.
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Some of the most significant advancements in the hospitality industry are being developed at "Black Fire," a unique facility in Las Vegas that many may not know about. Part of UNLV's Office of Economic Development, Black Fire is a micro-resort located on the fourth floor of a building at the Harry Reid Research and Technology Park. It serves as a testing ground for innovations that could transform the hospitality sector.

The indictment of 31 people on fraud charges last month in the Mafia gambling scandal shows that gaming regulators are doing their job to keep Nevada casinos safe, according to a former Nevada Gaming Commission chairman.

Las Vegas is shedding its "Sin City" moniker as it transforms into a major sports hub, boosting tourism and the local economy.

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is making strides in addressing gender pay disparity through its innovative programming aimed at empowering women in the workplace.

The WomenUp Leadership Development Program is an in-depth learning opportunity created by C-Suite women for emerging female leaders and male allies aspiring to be in executive-level roles.

Success@Work is an innovative workforce development program. It has been carefully curated for anybody that’s feeling stuck at work, not knowing where to get the skills to up their game. The program has 3 key advantages, among them are exceptional content and total flexibility.
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