Las Vegas is a city of opportunity, and the potential for entrepreneurs to make their mark is no exception. With the help of prominent business owners, community leaders, and investors, the Promise Startups program has been designed to create new pathways to self-sufficiency and wealth creation for people in the West Las Vegas Promise Neighborhood. Mayor Carolyn Goodman believes that the city's growth is due to the way people now see Las Vegas and its potential for entrepreneurs. However, there are still challenges that need to be overcome in order to strengthen the Las Vegas startup community.
Jamie Schwartz, director of industrial and business participation in the UNLV Office of Economic Development, believes that a stronger higher education system and more Las Vegas-based funding groups, such as venture capital firms, are needed. Nevada has long been a magnet for entrepreneurs and business owners looking for a favorable environment to launch their companies. The Birthday Suit, a Las Vegas waxing spa, has been open for 12 years and is now looking to expand domestically. Emulait, another Las Vegas-based startup, launched its personalized bottles in March and already has a waiting list of 50,000 customers.
StartupNV has partnered with government agencies to help manage several new programs for startups in Las Vegas. Climate Capital, an investment group, has invested in Halo, which is headquartered in Las Vegas. In recent months, several business incubators and accelerator programs have been launched in Southern Nevada to support and fund early-stage companies in Las Vegas. Nevada is known for its gaming and tourism industry, but there have been sustained efforts to bolster the state's startup community, especially in Las Vegas. With the right resources and support, entrepreneurs can take advantage of the opportunities available in this vibrant city. The city of Las Vegas offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to make their mark.
With the help of local business owners, community leaders, and investors, the Promise Startups program has been designed to create new pathways to self-sufficiency and wealth creation for people in the West Las Vegas Promise Neighborhood. Mayor Carolyn Goodman believes that the city's growth is due to the way people now see Las Vegas and its potential for entrepreneurs. However, there are still challenges that need to be addressed in order to strengthen the startup ecosystem in Las Vegas. Jamie Schwartz from UNLV's Office of Economic Development believes that a stronger higher education system and more local venture capital firms are needed. Nevada has long been an attractive destination for entrepreneurs looking to launch their businesses. The Birthday Suit waxing spa has been open for 12 years and is now looking to expand domestically.
Emulait launched its personalized bottles in March and already has a waiting list of 50,000 customers. StartupNV has partnered with government agencies to manage several new programs for startups in Las Vegas. Climate Capital recently invested in Halo which is headquartered in Las Vegas. Additionally, several business incubators and accelerator programs have been launched in Southern Nevada to support early-stage companies. Nevada is known for its gaming and tourism industry but there have been sustained efforts to bolster the state's startup community, especially in Las Vegas. With the right resources and support, entrepreneurs can take advantage of the opportunities available in this vibrant city.
