In the past few years, we’ve been talking to customers about the issue of time. We’ve become acutely aware of the time that is being wasted on traditional e-commerce solutions. SMBs are wasting enormous amounts of their team’s time, using a multitude of systems to cobble together an overall system to run their e-commerce business effectively. This time is being wasted making … [More]
CarePods Use Technology to Scale Healthcare
Forward was created to solve the existential problems in healthcare by using technology to scale care to the people of the world. Forward uses proprietary AI to turn clinical expertise and the latest medical research into Health Apps — diagnostic tools and robust care plans. Since 2016, Forward has built a vertically integrated, direct-to-consumer healthcare system with 19 … [More]
Why Community Events Are Integral to Good Business
Businesses today thrive not just on what they sell, but also on the experiences they offer. Z’Tejas understands the importance of leveraging events to strengthen the brand and foster customer loyalty. The restaurant hosts events such as “Last Fridays,” which feature a live DJ, local sponsorship opportunities; guacamole and margarita classes; and regular performances from live … [More]
Coffee Badging: The Latest Hybrid Work Trend
“Coffee badging,” latest hybrid work trend, is the act of going into the office long enough to grab a coffee, visit with co-workers and/or comply with in-office work requirements. Once the coffee and the socializing dry up, employees leave to work from home for the rest of day. Many leaders hoping to restore office culture are understandably concerned about the impacts on … [More]
Recruitment Franchise Builds Territory in Greater Phoenix
As a recent Arizona State University graduate, Sabrina Demetriades has had the opportunity to witness firsthand a growing concern in our society — well-qualified and educated individuals struggling to find suitable employment opportunities. Through her business venture with Patrice & Associates and by leveraging technology, networking and innovative hiring solutions, … [More]
Looking Good 2023 – December Standouts
Local Healthcare Organizations Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements Southwest Behavioral Honored IFMA Award for ThermaClear HVAC Cox Recognized for Fastest Downloads 10 to 1 Public Relations Wins 2023 Awards Philanthropy Avnet Volunteers Support DBG’s Great Milkweed Plant Grow Out Program … [More]
2024 Cadillac Lyriq EV SUV
With the car’s 500-horsepower powertrain, dual motors power all four wheels with 450 pound-feet of torque. Added power also adds trailering capability. The Ultium Battery Platform enables a near 50/50 vehicle weight distribution and a low center of gravity for a responsive and spirited drive. Smooth driving and tight handling are so apparent with the five-link suspension … [More]
The Acme of Telecom Evolution
The Phone 3.0™ concept is revolutionizing communication technology and reshaping workplaces across various industries. Developed over 150 years of telecom evolution, the transition from network-dependent to cloud-based infrastructure — powered by conversational and generative AI — enhances agility, data access and visibility while addressing critical compliance, security and … [More]
32 Shea – Elevating Classics for Dining-In, Patio and Drive-Thru
Thirty-two Shea’s recent additions to its dinner menu also call out attention to this gem-of-a-restaurant’s lunch and breakfast selections. And there must be a little magic involved for Executive Chef Jordan Marshall to produce the variety of exceptional dishes from the restaurant’s small kitchen. With some seating inside, 32 Shea offers relaxed seating under a canopy on its … [More]
Southwest Behavioral Honored
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, an innovative leader in behavioral health, was recently recognized by the Peer and Family Career Academy with the Hope to Outcomes Organization Award. These awards honor those making a difference in the integrated health field, with a particular focus on Peer and Family Supports. … [More]
IFMA Award for ThermaClear HVAC
Phoenix-based ECM Technologies, a leading innovator in HVAC efficiency and energy conservation solutions, was named the winner of the 2023 International Facility Management Association Awards of Excellence, Facility Management Innovation Award for its ThermaClear® HVAC anti-thermal degradation technology. The game-changing new product restores and enhances HVAC system … [More]
Cox Recognized for Fastest Downloads
Cox Communications has been recognized by Ookla® Speedtest® for offering America’s fastest download speeds for the third quarter of 2023, its high-speed fiber-powered broadband service achieving median speeds of 260.09 Mbps. Ookla is a global leader in connectivity intelligence. Ookla Speedtest also recognized Cox has having the fastest download speeds here in Phoenix for the … [More]
10 to 1 Public Relations Wins 2023 Awards
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
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]
Choose Your Enemies Wisely: Business Planning for the Audacious Few
Patrick Bet-David, No. 1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author, founder of Valuetainment and host of The PBD Podcast, shows readers how to harness that emotion to turbocharge their business, dominate this year and grow for generations after. But first, they need to choose their enemies wisely. Bet-David has spent years perfecting the system that led to the knockout success of … [More]
All In: How Great Leaders Build Unstoppable Teams
It’s never been harder building successful teams. With challenges of work-from-anywhere, flex-schedule and generational divides, business leaders bend over backwards searching for solutions that work. They’ve tried everything from food perks and ping pong tables to endless team-building exercises and training — but nothing sticks. Now, in his long-awaited book for leaders at … [More]
No Worries: How to Live a Stress-Free Financial Life
This is not about millions of tiny decisions that drain the joy from life, like skipping daily coffee to save a few bucks. And it’s not simply about having more money. The secret lies in adopting the right attitude to money and getting a small number of big things right. In his unique style, drawing on decades of expertise, finance expert Jared Dillian tells the truths about … [More]
Trading Places: How Are We Fostering International Business?
“Arizona and Greater Phoenix’s emergence as a top national market has coincided with the growth of its international trade,” states Chris Camacho, president and CEO of Greater Phoenix Economic Council. He notes that, from 2012–2022, Arizona’s world trade increased by more than 60%, which was well above the national average of about 39% and was part of a surge in recent years, … [More]
