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Mental Health & the Workplace

“Aside from a worker shortage, arguably the most significant issue facing employers is mental health,” says Peggy Chase, president and CEO of Terros Health. This reality has forced into the open a topic once too stigmatized to be spoken about. Arizona ranks 47th in the U.S. for access to mental health care, according to Sandra Zebrowski, M.D., corporate medical … [More]

Leadership & Achievement: Celebrating 2021 Women of Achievement

Women are in more prominent leadership roles than ever before, with the first woman in the White House as an elected officer — Vice President of the United States. The strengths they bring to the business world are proven in studies of businesses’ success in all segments of the economy. With such women in our community often eschewing the spotlight for themselves to, … [More]

Rising Rates Expected to Dull House-Buying Power, According to House Price Index

First American Financial Corporation, a leading global provider of title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions, today released the August 2021 First American Real House Price Index (RHPI). The RHPI measures the price changes of single-family properties throughout the U.S. adjusted for the impact of income and interest rate … [More]

Governor Ducey Announces $3.5 Million to Assist Arizonans, Small Businesses

Governor Doug Ducey today announced $3,575,000 to support programs that help Arizonans and small businesses recover financially from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. “This past year has brought extraordinary challenges on Arizonans and businesses across the state, and we are committed to helping them get back on their feet,” said Governor Ducey. “We’re making … [More]

Boosters Authorized for Moderna and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen COVID-19 Vaccines

The Arizona Department of Health Services is welcoming a federal government decision authorizing booster shots from any of the three COVID-19 vaccines now available. “Booster doses are safe, free, highly effective, and widely available around Arizona,” said Don Herrington, the department’s interim director. “If you are eligible for a booster, we recommend you take … [More]

Phoenix Closes in on Record Workforce Size

Employers are making a strong return in the Phoenix metro area, adding 126,500 jobs in September which accounts for 88 percent of job growth in Arizona for the month in year-over-year data comparisons. In total, Arizona added 143,900 jobs in the month as reported October 21 by the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity. Phoenix has recovered all jobs lost in the … [More]

Become a Top-Tier Manager and Lead Your Team to Greatness

It’s the moment you’ve been working toward for years — you’ve finally been promoted to manager! But your initial wave of excitement quickly ebbs once the reality of your situation sinks in: Your success now hinges entirely on the performance of others, and you’ve been offered no managerial training to help you navigate this new frontier. “Few organizations provide … [More]

Estate Planning Tips for Business Owners

We usually think of estate planning in terms of wills and trusts, how we pass assets onto our children and who will take care of us when we are unable to take care of ourselves. All of that is true, but if you have a business, there are many additional considerations. You first must consider your business structure. Do you have a corporation, a limited liability … [More]

Why Are Good Employees Leaving Your Company? 5 Tips to Keep Them

The job quitting isn’t stopping: a record 4.3 million workers left their jobs in August – a milestone that followed the April landmark of 4 million Americans exiting their companies. Some people are leaving their jobs because the COVID-19 pandemic caused them to reconsider how much their companies value them. In that context, whether it’s a matter of pay, work … [More]

Paycheck or Purpose? How Businesses Retain Workers by Giving Them Both

At a time when global talent shortages are reported at a 15-year high, one key to keeping the best employees happy and on board may lie in how well companies not only state their purpose and their values, but also prioritize carrying them out. “When purpose and values are backed by meaningful action, you have the extraordinary opportunity to sharpen your company’s … [More]

Arizona Commerce Authority Hosts Milestone 200th Small Business Boot Camp

The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) will host the 200th Small Business Boot Camp on November 4. Launched in April 2020 as a six-week program to … [More]

Agent-Allied Homeward Expands Footprint into Phoenix Metro Market

Homeward, a modern home finance company that enables real estate agents to give every client the negotiating power of cash, has expanded its markets … [More]

U.S. News 2022 Best Global Universities Rankings Includes UArizona (#99) and ASU (#165)

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, today published the 2022 edition of the Best Global Universities rankings. … [More]

Pet Ownership Soars among Home Buyers, Influencing Purchase Decisions

New Zillow datai finds pandemic pet ownership is soaring among home buyers, impacting the types of homes they are likely to buy. Zillow's 2021 … [More]

Phoenix Tops Western Markets for Industrial Real Estate Transactions

Investment in industrial assets has taken flight this year: More than $36.6 billion in transactions closed year-to-date through August, data from … [More]

New Luxury Rental-Home Firm Launches Valleywide

TerraLane Communities, a premier developer of luxury single-family rental homes, announces its official company launch. TerraLane is bringing … [More]

New Online Public Art Map Is Now Available

The City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture’s new online Public Art Map is up and ready for self-guided tours. It features more than 200 major public art projects created throughout Phoenix by the city’s award-winning Public Art Program. Each point on the map contains a description highlighting key information about the artist and project. The works range from … [More]

Music, Laughter and the Unexpected at the Arizona Theater Company

What happens when a 20-something Broadway baby meets a Shakespeare- and Schubert-loving octogenarian? Much to their surprise, a friendship blossoms. A delightful award-winning musical about the magic that happens when we throw aside our fears and cross generational barriers. Based on the true story of Broadway performer Charissa Bertels, and winner of the Kleban … [More]

The Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary on October 23

The Captain of the Wales Polo Team calls it “the best polo event in the world.” The Arizona Republic has called the event “polo for the masses.” And they are right. Whether your goal is luxury, leisure, or somewhere in between, all feel welcome and have a role in creating America’s most-attended polo event. This year’s event promises to be a polo experience like … [More]

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