10 to 1 Public Relations Wins 2023 Awards

by Mike Hunter

Following its International Titan award for PR Agency of the Year and Bulldog PR award for Mid-Sized PR Agency, Scottsdale-based 10 to 1 Public Relations, a strategic communications firm servicing clients in various industries across the country, was recently awarded “PR Agency of the Year” at PRSA Phoenix’s annual Copper Anvil Awards. … [More]

Avnet Volunteers Support DBG’s Great Milkweed Plant Grow Out Program 

by Mike Hunter

A recent Friday morning saw 15 Avnet volunteers, in partnership with the Desert Botanical Garden, working at Spaces of Opportunity, a 19-acre area of land in South Phoenix. Avnet is a supporter of the Great Milkweed Grow Out Program, part of DBG’s conservation research programs. The volunteers planted milkweed plants, clipped and collected seedlings and built two retention … [More]

DraftKings Sportsbook Is a Family Entertainment Destination at TPC Scottsdale

by RaeAnne Marsh

  TPC, famously the home of the Phoenix Open’s Birds Nest, has added a year-round entertainment destination with the opening of the DraftKings Sportsbook. This is a first-of-its-kind to open at a PGA TOUR tournament location, as TPC Scottsdale is home to the iconic WM Phoenix Open. The exciting new destination, which combines world-class golf with a premier sportsbook and … [More]

Veterinary Ownership Possible through Franchise 

by RaeAnne Marsh

GoodVets is bringing its veterinary franchise model to Phoenix with next month’s anticipated completion of a new animal hospital in Paradise Valley. The new animal hospital will be owned and operated by Chloe Charlton, DVM, in partnership with GoodVets. “Our partnership model empowers veterinarians to become equity owners and vests them with the ability to practice medicine … [More]

Boutique Shopping with Hands-Free Cocktails

by Tiffany Schultz

Sip & Shop A Local Collection recently opened a new location in the heart of Gilbert, Ariz., at Verde at Cooley Station, offering a one-of-a-kind boutique shopping experience that has become Arizona’s premier gift-giving spot. Upon entering the charming 4,000-square-foot store, guests are greeted by a delightful combination of retail therapy and a wine, beer and bubbly bar, … [More]

Looking Good 2023 – November Standouts

Local Healthcare Organizations Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy

Achievements Delta Dental of Arizona Earns 9th Consecutive Excellence Award IFMA Greater Phoenix Chapter Earns National Awards Governor Appoints REDW Principal Roderick to State Board of Accountancy Philanthropy Affordable Housing Leader Greenlight Communities Supports Local Arizona Financial Credit Union Awards $44K in Grants … [More]

Arizona Financial Credit Union Awards $44K in Grants

by Mike Hunter

Since launching the Local Causes Visa® debit card program in 2020, Arizona Federal Credit Union has supported more than 60 unique nonprofits throughout Metro Phoenix. Its recent round of grants to 10 nonprofit organizations will support community-based initiatives. This round of grants amounts to a total of $44,000, and the overall program has provided nearly $200,000 to … [More]

Affordable Housing Leader Greenlight Communities Supports Local

by Mike Hunter

Continuing its dedication to the residents of Arizona by developing attainable housing, Greenlight Communities once again demonstrated its support for the communities it serves by contributing $10,000 to the local El Grito celebration in Downtown Phoenix. This support ensures that the celebration can reach its full potential while remaining free for all participants. … [More]

Governor Appoints REDW Principal Roderick to State Board of Accountancy

by Mike Hunter

Christina C. Roderick, CPA, MST, CGMA, who leads REDW’s Tax Advisory practice as a principal in the firm’s Phoenix office, has been appointed by Gov. Katie Hobbs to the Arizona State Board of Accountancy after serving 13 years on its Tax Practice Committee, where she acted as both vice-chair and chair. … [More]

IFMA Greater Phoenix Chapter Earns National Awards

by Mike Hunter

The Greater Phoenix Chapter of IFMA, the world's largest and most widely recognized international association for facility management professionals, won two national awards recently at the IFMA World Workplace Conference & Expo held in Denver, Colorado. IFMA Greater Phoenix won the Chapter Web Communication Award, for providing comprehensive web-based communication to its … [More]

Delta Dental of Arizona Earns 9th Consecutive Excellence Award

by Mike Hunter

For the ninth time, Delta Dental of Arizona has earned the Center of Excellence certification by BenchmarkPortal. The Center of Excellence recognition is one of the most prestigious awards in the customer service and support industry, demonstrating Delta Dental’s commitment to providing superior customer care. … [More]

Corporate Gifting May Be Money Misspent

by Archer Chiang

The purpose of corporate gifting is to enhance relationships with clients or employees while also fostering goodwill, ultimately leading to increased engagement and loyalty. However, scaling gifting programs while maintaining their efficacy is a challenge. In many instances, despite the investments made, the outcomes might not live up to expectations, with companies … [More]

Camper Vans Can Provide Passive Income

by David Sodemann

The growing popularity of “van life” makes camper vans an ideal way to generate passive income. Those who own a camper van that often sits unused may be able to rent it out to other outdoor enthusiasts and start making money. Get “rental ready’’: Before renting out their camper van, owners need to ensure the van is in top condition. It’s wise to get the vehicle inspected by … [More]

Convenience Stores for Metal

by Mike Hunter

Metal Supermarkets recently opened its third location in Phoenix. “Phoenix has a large industrial base of potential customers who require a wide variety of metals for their ongoing needs,” says Andrew Arminen, chief operations and development officer of the company. This base includes professionals in various maintenance repair and operations departments of manufacturing … [More]

Looking Good 2023 – October Standouts

Local Healthcare Organizations Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy

Achievements UnitedHealthcare Awarded Distinguished Accreditation  Abrazo Central Campus Nationally Recognized for Stroke Care  Plexus Worldwide® a Finalist for the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics Abrazo’s Blackwell Honored evolvedMD an Inc. 5000 ‘Fastest Growing’ Company Delta Dental AZ a Center of Excellence Philanthropy Community Giving from Delta … [More]

UnitedHealthcare Awarded Distinguished Accreditation 

by Mike Hunter

UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona has been awarded the industry-recognized Health Plan Accreditation and Long-Term Services and Supports Distinction by the National Committee for Quality Assurance by meeting rigorous requirements for consumer protection and quality improvement. … [More]

Abrazo Central Campus Nationally Recognized for Stroke Care 

by Mike Hunter

Abrazo Central Campus, 2000 W. Bethany Home Rd., has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.  … [More]

Plexus Worldwide® a Finalist for the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics

by Mike Hunter

Plexus Worldwide, one of the largest direct selling health and wellness companies in the world, was named a finalist by the Better Business Bureau for the 2023 Torch Awards for Ethics in Arizona. … [More]

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