Ingo’s newest location in Scottsdale is a delightful study in opposites: small store with a feeling of wide-open spaces; short menu that’s big on variety. And an overriding sensation of freshness in the dishes and the ambience. “Today’s guest deserves today’s food,” HiNoon Hospitality’s vice president of operations Jaison Sokolow shares the mantra that defines Ingo’s … [More]
Ordinary to Extra-Ordinary: Achieving Remarkable Career Success through Passion, Purpose, and Preparation
Ordinary to Extraordinary will give readers valuable insights into developing a career, no matter what the reader’s age or stage! Pursuing an extraordinary career is one of the best things we will ever do for ourselves. It will bring us joy, friends, wisdom, treasures, stories, travels ― and, for author Pattie Dale Tye, a spouse. It will give us freedom and superpowers (to be … [More]
Get Up And Get On It: A Black Entrepreneur’s Lessons on Creating Legacy and Wealth
This captivating narrative traces its roots back to 1950 when Gerald Frank, a determined Black man, arrived in Seattle at the tender age of 18. Fleeing the violence of Detroit and the suffocating grip of Jim Crow Laws, Gerald carried nothing but dreams and drumsticks in his heart. His unwavering belief that he could carve out a better life set the stage for an incredible … [More]
Shareworthy: Advertising That Creates Powerful Connections Through Storytelling
In today’s highly competitive marketplace, a brand must tell meaningful stories that resonate with its target audiences across media channels. People want more than a utilitarian benefit ― stories are ultimately what drive us to engage with brands. And we want to align ourselves with brands that are ethical and purpose-driven and that take responsibility for their actions and … [More]
Raise Your Level of Excellence
Achieving success in life, business, sports, et cetera is about mastering excellence. Success is about commitment, persistence, skill, confidence and execution. Vince Lombardi was quoted as saying, “The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field or endeavor.” So, no matter what your chosen field or … [More]
New Marketing Insights: Leveraging In-Person Events and Emerging Trends for Small Business Growth
In an ever-evolving marketplace, small businesses must stay abreast of new marketing strategies to remain competitive and relevant. One effective approach that has stood the test of time, despite the rise of digital marketing, is the power of in-person events. Coupled with emerging marketing trends, these strategies can create a robust platform for business growth and community … [More]
Unleashing Small Business Potential: The Transformative Power of AI
In the dynamic landscape of small businesses, efficiency is paramount. In this pursuit, Artificial Intelligence emerges as a beacon of innovation, offering small businesses the means to streamline operations and drive growth. While off-the-shelf AI solutions provide a solid foundation, bespoke AI tools tailored to specific business needs can truly propel businesses … [More]
Boost Your Dispute Resolution Process: Smart Tips for Drafting Arbitration Clauses
Small businesses often enter into contracts with other commercial parties that include an arbitration clause because arbitration offers speed, efficiency, confidentiality, flexibility and finality to resolve disputes and preserve client relationships. An arbitration clause typically specifies that a dispute arising from the contract will be resolved through binding arbitration … [More]
Safety from the Workplace to Anyplace: How the Arizona Chapter National Safety Council Supports Small Businesses
For small businesses navigating the daily challenges of safety in the workplace, the Arizona Chapter National Safety Council is a powerful partner. This mission-driven organization goes beyond compliance, striving to instill a culture of safety that safeguards everyone — both employees and customers — from preventable injuries and deaths. By partnering with ACNSC, companies … [More]
FTC Final Rule Prohibits Employer-Worker Non-Compete Agreements
The recent announcement by the Federal Trade Commission regarding the prohibition of non-compete agreements between employers and workers nationwide marks a significant shift in employment law. This final rule issued by the FTC on April 23, 2024, aims to safeguard workers’ rights and foster worker mobility across the United States. Traditionally, the legality and … [More]
Praesidium Law
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Looking Good 2024 – June Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements Shea Homes® Honored as Builder of the Year AVANA Wins FinTech Breakthrough Award Century Grand on World’s 50 Best Bars List Colibri Collective Receives Silver Pollie Award Philanthropy Bashas’, FirstFruits Donate 35,000 lbs of Apples … [More]
Bashas’, FirstFruits Donate 35,000 lbs of Apples
Bashas’ and FirstFruits Farms recently donated more than 35,000 pounds of fresh apples to all four Feeding America food banks in Arizona, also helping sort and pack them at the St. Mary’s Food Bank distribution center in Phoenix. The four food banks are St. Mary’s Food Bank, United Food Bank, Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, and Yuma Community Food Bank. … [More]
Colibri Collective Receives Silver Pollie Award
Phoenix-based The Colibri Collective earned the 2024 Pollie Award from the American Association of Political Consultants in the Most Original/Innovative Collateral Material – Democrat for its work on the Planned Parenthood Arizona scarf gifted to attendees at PPAZ’s Fight For All Luncheon. This is the fourth consecutive year the Latina-owned, women-led, full-service marketing … [More]
Century Grand on World’s 50 Best Bars List
Century Grand, the celebrated cocktail haven located in Phoenix that was established in 2019 by Barter & Shake Cocktail Entertainment, has been named to this year’s World's 50 Best Bars list, taking spot No. 36. The recognition, which follows its “Best U.S. Cocktail Bar” at the prestigious 2023 Tales Spirited Awards last year, solidifies Century Grand’s status as a … [More]
Shea Homes® Honored as Builder of the Year
Shea Homes’ Arizona Division, for the third time in four years, claims the top prize in the most renowned yearly competition among Arizona home builders, the 38th annual Major Achievements in Merchandising Excellence awards, presented by the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona. Shea Homes was additionally the winner of four other categories. … [More]
AVANA Wins FinTech Breakthrough Award
Glendale-based AVANA Companies, a comprehensive lending and asset management ecosystem, was named a winner of the 2024 FinTech Breakthrough Awards for “Best Real Estate Investment Platform” highlighting EqualSeat, a real estate debt investment platform that levels the playing field for retail investors historically excluded from private credit investing. The 8th annual FinTech … [More]
Goodyear Develops Walkable Urban Center
GSQ has reached a construction milestone with the groundbreaking of Goodyear Way, the major street infrastructure connecting Goodyear Civic Square at GSQ to the 150-acre mixed-use development poised to become the city’s new downtown. A joint venture between RED Development and Scottsdale-based Globe Corp., GSQ is set to transform Goodyear as the city’s premier cultural hub … [More]






























