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Brews and Economic Views brings together academia, government, business owners, and community organizations to discuss emerging technologies and trends in Nevada’s twelve economic sectors in an informal setting that fosters discussion, emceed by CBER’s Director, Andrew Woods.
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Brews & Economic Views Presents: Land, Water, And Energy Resource Management in Nevada
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Location: Nevada Brew Works – Boca Park
820 S Rampart Blvd Ste 110, Las Vegas, NV 89145
Time: 5:00 – 7:30 pm
PRESENTED BY
Land, Water, And Energy Resource Management in Nevada Panelists:
John Restrepo
Principal, RCG Economics LLC
John Restrepo is the principal of RCG Economics LLC, a Las Vegas-based economic, real estate, and financial advisory firm. With 48 years of experience in urban economics and fiscal policy, he has spent nearly four decades analyzing economic and real estate trends across Nevada, Arizona, and Southern California. Before founding RCG Economics in 1998, John held leadership roles at Coopers & Lybrand, now PwC, and Mountain West Research. He holds a master’s degree in Economics and Latin American Studies from Louisiana State University and a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Louisiana. John serves on several economic development and real estate advisory boards, including those for the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, UNLV’s Lied Center for Real Estate Studies, and UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research.
Jeff Brigger
Vice President of Business Development & Programs, NV Energy
Jeff Brigger leads statewide business development, economic development and strategic growth initiatives for NV Energy. With decades of experience working alongside businesses, utilities and economic development organizations, Jeff brings a unique perspective on the infrastructure investments needed to support Nevada’s continued growth, including the increased demand for reliable energy from emerging industries like artificial intelligence and data centers.
Zane Marshall
Director of Water Resources, Southern Nevada Water Authority
Zane Marshall has been with the Southern Nevada Water Authority for 30 years, where he leads efforts focused on water, land and environmental resource management, regional water conservation, sustainability and climate change initiatives. His experience offers a firsthand look at how Southern Nevada is planning for a secure and sustainable water future while supporting the needs of a growing region.
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