The Future of Rural Nevada: Bridging Gaps, Building Opportunities

Join us for a collaborative discussion focused on the future of Rural Northern Nevada — its strengths, its challenges, and the opportunities that lie ahead.

This event will bring together local leaders, business owners, and economic development professionals to explore how we can work together to strengthen our rural communities and ensure long-term prosperity.

• What’s Working: Celebrating successful rural initiatives in business development, workforce training, and infrastructure investment.
• What’s Missing: Identifying the key barriers that limit growth — from workforce shortages and infrastructure gaps to housing and access to capital.

Panelists:

• Jeff Sutich – Executive Director, Nevada Builders Alliance
• General Rick Nelson - SVP MIV Northern NV
• Sheldon Mudd – Executive Director, Northeastern Nevada Regional Development Authority
• Jim Barbee – Executive Director, Churchill Fallon Economic Development