When SEMICON West left San Francisco for the first time in its 50-year history, no one knew what to expect. The answer came fast: record crowds, sold-out exhibits, and a new spotlight on Arizona’s semiconductor strength. The weeklong conference filled downtown Phoenix with more than 35,000 visitors and more than 1,500 exhibitors, the largest turnout in nearly two … [More]
Global Builders Turn to Arizona as High-Tech Projects Accelerate
Data centers and semiconductor fabs are rising at record speed in Arizona, and Skanska is moving to meet that demand by bringing its chip and data-center teams under one roof. The global construction firm has expanded its Advanced Technology division into a unified group, known as Skanska Advanced Technology. This realignment streamlines operations nationwide, enabling the … [More]
The Evolution of Luxury Private Golf Communities
A New Era of Hospitality-Driven Living
Once defined solely by the fairway, private golf communities are now evolving into lifestyle-driven havens where wellness, connection and family legacy take center stage. While championship-level golf remains a core pillar, today’s affluent buyers are seeking more than just a tee time–they’re searching for a fully integrated lifestyle community that supports their well-being … [More]
Building a Healthier Workforce (and Bottom Line) for a New Era of Employee Well-Being
Declines in employee well-being rarely announce themselves, but their impact on a business can be significant. It might be a top performer taking more unplanned leave to manage a chronic condition or a rise in workplace injuries that delays projects. Burnout is another silent drain, affecting 81% of employees — including nearly nine in 10 Gen Z-ers and millennials, according … [More]
Why Your Wellness Program ROI Isn’t Adding Up
Success of wellness programs often lives in a grey area. Leadership approves budgets. HR launches platforms. Some employees sign up. Then what? Here are the most common mistakes that prevent companies from proving the impact of their wellness programs. Not setting the right foundation: Before tracking numbers, businesses need to define the program’s purpose. Is the goal … [More]
Balancing Analytics Freedom with Controlled Governance
For years, data leaders have swung between two challenging extremes. On one end is the "all-access" approach to data and analytics in which broad accessibility triggers governance, compliance and auditability concerns. On the other is the "locked vault" where access to data and analytics tools is tightly controlled, requests queue up and business decisioning slows to a crawl. … [More]
The 4 Forces of Growth: Defy the Odds and Keep Your Company Scaling
Like pilots navigating turbulence, CEOs must handle the invisible forces that want to drag their companies down and learn to take advantage of the ones that keep them soaring. Drawing from three decades as a growth advisor to CEOs around the world, Kevin Lawrence explains how even exceptional leaders can become victims of their own success and reveals what it takes to keep a … [More]
Breaking into Banking: The Essential Guide to a Career in Finance
In Breaking into Banking: The Essential Guide to a Career in Finance, renowned finance and careers commentator Afzal Hussein delivers a concise and up-to-date roadmap to getting a start in the world of finance and banking. Readers can explore the different divisions and areas of the industry ― including investment banking, global markets, investment research, asset management, … [More]
The CEO’s Guide to the Investment Galaxy: Navigating Markets to Build Great Companies
The CEO's Guide to the Investment Galaxy by Sarah Keohane Williamson provides indispensable insights for business leaders navigating the landscape of the global investment community. Not all shareholders are created equal. Knowing who one’s shareholders and the other members of the investment community are ― and what drives them ― is key to one’s success. For readers stepping … [More]
From Check Out to Cash Flow: A Business Guide to Merchant Services
Also keeping in mind fraud and user satisfaction
As the way people pay continues to evolve, companies continue adapting to meet new expectations around speed, convenience and security. Understanding how to manage payment methods effectively can help business owners streamline operations, reduce risk and maintain reliable cash flow. When choosing a merchant services partner, it’s important they consider a few key factors to … [More]
Employees: Exempt or Non-Exempt? Avoiding Costly Classification Errors
On the surface, it seems like a simple paperwork issue: Classify workers as exempt or non-exempt, cut the checks and move on. But when it comes to employee pay, one wrong label can cost an employer millions and trigger cascading liabilities, including unpaid wage claims, overtime disputes, government penalties and even class-action lawsuits. Understanding the difference … [More]
Why Incorporate Skills-Based Volunteering into Corporate Social Responsibility
Businesses generate three-way benefit
Volunteering in today’s world looks very different from earlier times. It is more than just a one-off event. Both employees and communities expect companies to be involved in meaningful giving — whether through valued partnerships with aligned nonprofit partners or through volunteerism with tangible results. One of the strongest ways for businesses to position themselves as … [More]
2026 Cadillac Vistiq EV
Cadillac’s three-row 2026 Vistiq EV arrives quietly and with confidence: executive-grade comfort, strong performance and the kind of range and charging speed that makes back-to-back meetings in Scottsdale, Tempe and downtown Phoenix feel routine. The cabin reads premium without pretense — clean interfaces, solid materials, supportive seating — and the tech layer stays helpful … [More]
Out of Office for Culture and Conversation
Back by popular demand, The Phoenix Symphony’s Coffee Classics returns for the 2025/26 Season, offering audiences a Friday morning filled with music, connection and conversation. These intimate, 90-minute performances are designed to bring audiences closer to the heart of the music in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Offering business leaders an opportunity to connect … [More]
Glenrosa Restaurant Fires Up Authentic Sonoran
Perched at the entrance to Tempe's Grass Clippings Rolling Hills Golf Course, Glenrosa Restaurant emerges as a vibrant oasis in the desert, embodying Executive Chef Victor Davila’s vision of communal dining steeped in Sonora's bold traditions. The hacienda-style entrance, framed by vibrant succulents and Palo Verde trees, leads to an indoor-outdoor haven with sweeping views of … [More]
SAVA AI: Transforming How Patients Find Clinical Trials
SAVA AI is an intelligent trial-matching platform that connects patients to the right clinical trials in seconds rather than weeks. Built by EverythingALS, the system combines human insight with advanced large-language-model (LLM) technology developed in partnership with Amazon Web Services. It interprets a person’s natural questions such as “Are there any ALS trials recruiting … [More]
Global Heritage Meets Deep Scientific Expertise, Driving Semiconductor Innovation Worldwide
Meet EMD Electronics, the North America Electronics business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
EMD Electronics is the Electronics business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, operating in the United States and Canada. The company distinguishes itself in the semiconductor industry through a unique combination of global heritage, deep scientific expertise and a customer-centric approach that few competitors can match. As part of Merck KGaA, a family-owned company with a … [More]
Non-Volatile Memory Technology Eliminates the Need for Backup Components
Meet Everspin Technologies, Inc.
Memory technologies are a foundational component of the semiconductor ecosystem, enabling processors and systems to store and access data quickly and reliably. As devices become smarter and more connected, the demand is growing for high-performing memory that optimizes a system’s ability to perform efficiently, retain critical information and respond in real time. Headquartered … [More]
