Artificial intelligence is the development of computer systems able to perform tasks normally requiring human interaction and intelligence. This can include visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, translation between different languages, and more. AI tools can help business managers avoid biases in decisions. AI is continually evolving and advancing. Today, … [More]
AI and Bias in the Insurance Industry
Artificial intelligence is a tremendous asset to companies that use predictive modeling and have automated tasks, but AI still has a ways to go to completely eliminate bias. Just like humans can show bias, so can AI, because it’s trained on human-generated data. Leading insurance tech provider Zelros knows this all too well and is leading the way when it comes to responsible … [More]
Workplace Accidents Liability
A workplace accident that results in serious injury or death is both an employer’s and employee’s worst fear. An average 2.8 workers out of every 100 in the U.S. are injured every year. If a worker’s injury is caused by someone else’s negligence, it is extremely important for them to make a workers’ compensation claim as soon as possible. Not only can workplace accidents … [More]
Global Economy Could Benefit from More PMPs
There will be a global need for 25 million new project management professionals (PMPs) by 2030. The Project Management Institute warned the gap could result in a possible loss of up to USD$345.5 billion in global GDP. What is a project management professional and why do they have such a huge impact on the economy? And is a project manager different from an industry … [More]
Electric Fireplace Tech Revolutionizing the Industry
Modern Flames, which pioneered the modern linear electric fireplace throughout North America in 2008, is again revolutionizing the industry with its Heliovision™ patented flame technology. It is available in two versions, five sizes, and offers multiple options for flame style, color and speed. The leading innovator in electric fireplace design and technology in the U.S., … [More]
Looking Good 2023 – May Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements Banner Health President Named to ‘Top 25 Women Leaders’ Plant Solutions Wins Big at 2023 Tropical Plant Expo PathogenDX Recognized for Innovations and Growth UBS Advisor Teams Named to Forbes ‘Best-In-State’ McCarthy Building Project Earns Highest Safety ADOSH Distinction Philanthropy M Culinary Concepts’ Donations Support WasteNot … [More]
Banner Health President Named to ‘Top 25 Women Leaders’
Amy Perry, president and chief operating officer for Banner Health, was recently named one of the nation’s 2023 Top 25 Women Leaders by Modern Healthcare, one of the country’s leading publications on healthcare news. … [More]
Plant Solutions Wins Big at 2023 Tropical Plant Expo
Interior landscape pioneer Plant Solutions was recognized for its commitment to the best in biophilic design and innovation during the International Plantscape Awards earlier this year at the Tropical Plant International Expo in Tampa, Florida, which showcased the newest ideas, insights and trends in the foliage, floral and tropical plant industry. … [More]
PathogenDX Recognized for Innovations and Growth
PathogenDx, a leader in next-generation microarray technology for better health and safety, saw a two-year 276% uptick in revenue and was the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, Fast Company World Changing Ideas Award and Inc. Magazine 5000. … [More]
UBS Advisor Teams Named to Forbes ‘Best-In-State’
Five of UBS Wealth Management USA’s financial advisor teams in Arizona have been named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list for 2023, three based in Phoenix and two in Tucson. The advisor teams in the UBS Phoenix office named to the list are The Schultz Group, The Biltmore Financial Group and The Choy Group. … [More]
McCarthy Building Project Earns Highest Safety ADOSH Distinction
McCarthy Building Companies’ Vantage Data Centers project in Goodyear was recently awarded a “STAR Site” through the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health’s Voluntary Protection Program. VPP STAR, the highest program of safety recognition across all OSHA offices, recognizes employers and workers in private and federal workplaces who have exemplified effective … [More]
M Culinary Concepts’ Donations Support WasteNot
Following having served 230,000 attendees as the primary caterer behind the WM Phoenix Open, the Arizona-based award-winning hospitality brand M Culinary Concepts donated a staggering 32,752 pounds of unused and chef-prepared food from the event to WasteNot, a nonprofit that diverts rescued food to organizations feeding individuals and families in need. … [More]
Make Work Better
We’ve moved on from antiquated tools like typewriters or checkbooks, but bosses still rely on the same annual performance review process to manage employees the same way they did 70 years ago. It fails our modern hybrid workplaces and it doesn’t improve performance, especially for today’s millennial and Gen-Z workforce. It succeeds only in lowering employee engagement, … [More]
Walk Away to Win
Ranging from general conflict to psychological violence, workplace bullying has become an epidemic at many offices. The Workplace Bullying Institute reports that workplace bullying affects approximately 80 million workers. And with the Great Resignation upon us, we’re seeing that a toxic culture or manager is one of the top reasons employees leave a company. In Walk Away to … [More]
The Secret to Getting Along (And Why It’s Easier Than You Think)
Conflict is everywhere — in our homes, at work, on our social media feeds. But conflict isn’t inherently bad … in fact, it’s a normal and healthy part of human relationships. But many of us aren’t good at managing conflict in our everyday lives. In The Secret to Getting Along (And Why it’s Easier Than You Think!), attorney Gabrielle Hartley brings more than two decades of … [More]
2023 Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC
Grille blades shimmer. Pillar emblems glow. Paintwork and chrome accentuate flowing lines and a confident stance. That’s the new Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC. The cabin is the work of 16,000 needles in unison, and several pairs of expert hands. It is the ultimate production luxury sedan on the road. Biturbo torque, from a V8 or V12, is apportioned to all four wheels with … [More]
Cultural Asset Strengthens Our Community
Presenting an extraordinary range of classical and popular programming, The Phoenix Symphony’s 2023-24 Season, its 77th, brings classical masterpieces, world-class guest artists, and new concert experiences to the Valley from Symphony Hall and the Mesa Arts Center to the Orpheum and Arizona Financial Theater. “The breadth of programming in our 2023-24 Season reflects our … [More]
PHX Beer Co.’s Downtown Taproom Puts the Brewery on View
It has been a few years since PHX Beer Co.’s Brewery and Taproom in Downtown Phoenix became a fan favorite addition to the craft beer scene in Arizona. Since its opening in 2019, the staff has been working to expand the taproom’s menu, adding sharable items such as house-made chips and salsa plus the pretzel bites paired with Arizona Gold cheese fondue and Iron Horse Porter … [More]
