Business Retention and Expansion

The BRE Team at EDAWN is here for you

The Business Retention, and Expansion (BRE) Team at EDAWN proudly serves over 600 Primary Companies in Northern Nevada. We support job growth and workforce development in the Reno-Sparks area and provide one-on-one personalized assistance to primary companies. We assist with business to business connections, critical issues, introductions to resources and programs, connections with education, and workforce development and training initiatives. We also recognize outstanding existing primary companies each year via our Celebration of Business & Industry in Northern Nevada.

Meet the Team

The Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Team at EDAWN helps local businesses find the resources they need to run and grow. They also assist in job growth and workforce development in Northern Nevada. There are plenty of opportunities to be had. Get started today by reaching out to the BRE Team.

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Veronica Chavez

Director, Business Retention & Expansion

“I oversee Business Retention and Expansion initiatives. We assist hiring companies by creating valuable community connections, establishing a robust and well-supported business ecosystem, and identifying critical industry resources to strengthen our region.” – Veronica

Kimberly Yaeger

Program Manager, Business Builders

“As the Business Builders Program Manager, I assist and offer support and resources to existing businesses identified as primary companies. Working alongside Business Builders volunteers, I help connect these companies with the tools and opportunities they need to grow and add jobs, strengthening Northern Nevada’s economy.” – Kimberly

Rae Mcelroy

Chief Operations Officer

“As Chief Operations Officer, I lead our Business Retention & Expansion initiatives alongside our operations team, ensuring we deliver exceptional support and resources to help existing businesses thrive, expand, and deepen their roots in our region. ” – Rae

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