Thanksgiving is coming up. But after the past year (or two, or three), it may be hard to muster up any gratitude. Between the ravages of COVID-19, fears of economic recession, and various types of strife, unrest, and discord, life can feel more like a trial than a gift. But former NBA player and Hall of Fame motivational speaker Walter Bond says there is a way to tap into … [More]
Industrial Supply Company Opens Its First Location in Arizona
The oldest maintenance, repair, operational, and production (MROP) distributor in the Intermountain West announced this week that it has opened a distribution center in Chandler, Arizona. The 106-year-old Industrial Supply Company now has eight locations in four states – Utah, Wyoming, Nevada, and now Arizona. Tyler Whipple, Industrial Supply’s Regional Vice President of … [More]
Afterschool Reading Program Receives $250K Grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation
A Phoenix-based nonprofit, Read Better Be Better was awarded a $250,000 grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation for its afterschool reading comprehension program. The funds will allow RBBB to expand to four new elementary school districts: Roosevelt, Liberty, Peoria, and Tempe; reaching 22 additional schools, 1,408 new readers and leaders for a total of 4,190 … [More]
Phoenix Awarded Global ‘A’ Rating for Environmental Efforts
The City of Phoenix is now one of 122 cities and counties globally to make the 2022 CDP A list for its environmental efforts led by Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and the Office of Environmental Programs. “Combatting climate change is a top priority for me, and is essential to the future of Phoenix and those who plan to live here,” said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “Knowing that … [More]
WEBINAR – Dec 13: Business Succession Planning
UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for the upcoming Small Business Boot Camp virtual webinars and monthly workshops. If you missed any past sessions, watch here. Business Succession Planning 12/13/2022 | 9:00 AM As a small business owner, there are several concerns you may have when deciding whether to expand your business or sell your business … [More]
WEBINAR – Dec 6: Tackle Year-End Financials & Prepare for 2023
UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for the upcoming Small Business Boot Camp virtual webinars and monthly workshops. If you missed any past sessions, watch here. ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE Tackle Year-End Financials & Prepare for 2023 12/06/2022 | 9:00 AM 2022 is coming to a close, it’s time for small businesses to finalize their … [More]
Two Arizona Starbucks Stores Join More Than 100 Unionized Starbucks Locations in National Strike
Workers at two Starbucks stores in Arizona will be striking in solidarity with their fellow workers across the country. They join a total of over 100 stores participating in Red Cup Rebellion, a nationwide unfair labor practice (ULP) strike demanding Starbucks fully staff all union stores and begin bargaining in good faith. Red Cup Rebellion takes place the same day as the … [More]
Manufacturing Co. Boosts Arizona Economy with Opening of Optical Production Facility and New Headquarters
Viavi Solutions Inc. announced it has opened its new production facility in Chandler, Arizona. The company has added to U.S. manufacturing capacity as it has grown its presence in the state, including the move of its global headquarters. Since preparations to move its global headquarters from California began in 2021, the company has already made significant contributions to … [More]
Arizona Students Attend the 21st Annual Construction Career Days Event
Rosendin, one of the nation’s largest employee-owned electrical contracting companies, sponsored and participated in the 21st annual Arizona Construction Career Days (AZCCD), run by the Association for Construction and Career Development, which was held on November 2 and 3, to expose more young people to the various career opportunities that the construction and contracting … [More]
Winery Restaurant Concept Opens Third Arizona Location in Gilbert
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants is excited to announce the opening of its third Arizona location in Gilbert in early 2023. As a lifestyle brand that offers upscale casual dining and wine, the vibrant suburb of Phoenix is the perfect spot for the brand’s 54th location. "Gilbert is a thriving city with new families, professionals and retirees calling it 'home'," states … [More]
Financial Services Co. Opens Scottsdale Headquarters
345 Wealth Management, a full-service financial services firm focused on comprehensive planning as it relates to the accumulation, distribution, and transfer of wealth, moved into its headquarter office, which is located at 4835 E. Cactus Road Suite 255 in Scottsdale. The firm, founded by industry veterans Dillan Micus and Patrick Kearns, has already grown to nearly 20 … [More]
Fly Bye’s Newest Digs Get a Trendy Arcadia Address
Room for one more? When it comes to Detroit-style pan pizza and oh-so-juicy, crispy chicken tenders, the answer is a resounding – yes! Sam Fox continues his pizza-obsessed expansion in Arizona with a third location of his cult favorite Fly Bye opening this Thursday, Nov. 17. With this new location just off Camelback Road and 40th Street, some may say Fox has a “thing” for … [More]
