Over the years, I’ve reported on companies moving their headquarters out of California because of the taxes and regulations imposed by business-hostile Gov. Gavin Newsom and his friends in the legislature, most of whom have never run any company. Their behaviors contribute to unemployment in the state. These political elitists keep their paychecks and benefits, but less privileged workers suffer.
While Texas, Tennessee, and Florida are leaders in attracting California company headquarters, Nevada has also been a favorite destination. Examples include moves to Las Vegas by Premier Displays & Exhibits leaving Cypress and Synergy Blue from Palm Desert. Headed for Reno was Aqua Metals, which left Alameda, and PayCertify, which escaped Santa Clara.
This headline popped up on my screen: “Antaira Relocates Global HQ from Brea, California to Las Vegas, Nevada.” I don’t know how many of their California jobs have been lost because apparently, the company wasn’t required to file a WARN Notice with the state’s Employment Development Department. (Come to think of it, that’s a peculiar name for an agency in the state with the highest unemployment rate in the nation, 5.2 percent in May, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. As long as Gavin Newsom is Governor, maybe it should be named the California Job-Destruction Department.)
Usually, I’d write about the company’s motivations, but Antaira explains the move so well that today I’m taking the easy route (forgive me!) by publishing their news release:
LAS VEGAS, NV, July 11, 2024 — In a strategic move aimed at fostering innovation and growth, Antaira Technologies, a manufacturer of industrial networking solutions, today announced the relocation of its Global Headquarters from Brea, CA [in Orange County] to Las Vegas, NV, one of the country’s fastest growing technology hubs. In making Las Vegas the epicenter of its operations, Antaira joins many technology companies that have planted their roots in the city and throughout Clark County.
“We are very excited to have Antaira Technologies join the Clark County business community,” said Shani J. Coleman, Director, Community & Economic Development for Clark County. “As my office works to diversify our local economy, companies like Antaira that have a foot in both manufacturing and technology are exactly what Clark County needs to develop a more resilient foundation for future growth. We look forward to what Antaira will do today and bring about for years to come.”
According to Joe Cook, Antaira’s National Sales Manager for Security and Transportation, relocating the company’s headquarters to Las Vegas helps ensure more efficient coordination and support for Antaira’s expanding roster of clients in various vertical markets including industrial automation, video surveillance, transportation, water wastewater, power, utilities, oil and gas.
“With the expansion into advanced Layer 3 networking products and our continuing to expand complementary networking products and software solutions, training continues to be an important component of our business. Antaira’s new Global Headquarters is conveniently located just off of the Las Vegas strip and close to the Harry Reid International Airport,” said Cook. “Las Vegas’ strategic location, along with its modern infrastructure, business-friendly climate, and robust economy, makes it the ideal place for Antaira to reach its next level of growth and innovation. We are grateful to become part of the dynamic Las Vegas business community.”
Effective July 15, The Antaira Technologies Global Headquarters will be located at 7660 Dean Martin Dr., Suite 201, Las Vegas, NV 89139.
In addition to the Las Vegas Global Headquarters, Antaira has offices in New Taipei City, Taiwan and Warsaw, Poland. Learn more at www.antaira.com.
About Antaira Technologies
Antaira Technologies is a leading developer and manufacturer that provides high-quality industrial networking and communication product solutions. Since 2005, Antaira has offered a full spectrum of product lines that feature reliable Ethernet infrastructures, extended temperature tolerance, and rugged enclosure designs. Our product lines range from industrial Ethernet switches, industrial wireless devices, Ethernet media converters, and serial communication devices. Our vast professional experience allows us to deploy a wide array of products worldwide in mission-critical applications across various markets, such as automation, transportation, security, oil & gas, power/utility, and medical.