What if the biggest opportunities in startups, clean energy, and creative tech weren’t coming from Silicon Valley—but from Nevada?In this week’s Vegas Startup Scene, host Jason LeDuc breaks down the real signals shaping Southern Nevada’s startup and investment ecosystem—from clean energy capital flows and workforce development to founder support programs and the quiet rise of film and creative technology.We start with a major leadership move: the appointment of Nathan Bouvet as Chair of the Nevada Clean Energy Fund Board, reinforcing the state’s long-term commitment to clean energy as both an environmental priority and an economic growth engine. The fund continues to expand access to capital for projects that lower energy costs, create jobs, and support underserved communities across Nevada.From there, we unpack more than $27 million in approved tax abatements tied to over $340 million in capital investment, spanning advanced manufacturing, data center infrastructure, and solar panel recycling. These projects are expected to generate 350+ new jobs and an estimated $84 million in tax revenue over the next decade—clear signals for founders, operators, and investors watching where smart money and infrastructure are aligning.Workforce development is also moving in lockstep with capital investment. The state’s approval of funding for a CDL training expansion at Great Basin College highlights how Nevada is actively building the talent pipeline required to support logistics, transportation, and advanced industries.Support for founders continues with a strong focus on access and inclusion. The Nevada Veterans Business Outreach Center is hosting a Veteran Entrepreneurs Series workshop focused on SDVOSB and VOSB certification, helping veteran founders unlock government contracting opportunities and long-term growth pathways.We also highlight upcoming ecosystem events, including a StartupNV Founder Institute masterclass on building operations at scale, covering the real systems founders need—cash flow discipline, supply chain strategy, vendor management, and knowing when to bring in expert support.The episode wraps with a candid and insightful conversation with Connor Torres, a video game developer and creative technologist, exploring how film, gaming, Unreal Engine, virtual production, and AI-driven tools are converging in Las Vegas. Rather than waiting for a top-down “Hollywood move,” creators and entrepreneurs are building infrastructure from the ground up—positioning Nevada as a future hub for creative and entertainment technology.Whether you’re a startup founder, tech investor, creative entrepreneur, or ecosystem builder, this episode gives you real context, real signals, and real opportunities shaping what’s next in Nevada.👉 Everything discussed—events, programs, and resources—is linked in the description.💬 Join the ConversationWhat opportunity in Nevada’s startup or creative ecosystem are you most excited about right now—clean energy, tech infrastructure, government contracting, or creative media? Drop your take in the comments and let’s get a real conversation going.We’ll see you out there in the ecosystem. Let’s grow the Vegas Startup Scene together.Onward and Upward! 🚀LINKS:Governor’s Office of Economic Development Website: https://goed.nv.gov/StartupNV Website: https://startupnv.disco.co/Startup Vegas Website: https://startup.vegas/Vegas Crypto Group: https://www.meetup.com/vegas-crypto-group/Fusion42 Website: https://fusion-42.com/Fusion 42 Events: https://lu.ma/Fusion-42Conversation with Conner Torres at Tech Alley Downtown: https://www.youtube.com/live/6U9W58D6KQ8?si=PuVxWK62WGTKT9DQWant to get your news or event in the rundown? Contact me here:Email: info@leducleadership.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leduc-3469823/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leducleadership