DAY 3: PHX Startup Week 2022

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This year's PHX Startup Week event is flying by! Can you believe it's DAY 3 already?! Today's sessions feature lessons in thinking bigger, raising capital and how to retain (and keep!) talent, among other amazing topics. The happy hour at Culdesac HQ tonight is SOLD OUT. Attendees will need to show proof of RSVP through Whova for entrance. If you're joining virtually, … [More]

Does Your Leadership Pass the Crisis Test? 3 Tips for Leaders in Tough Times

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Much of the world has felt the impact of numerous crises in the past two years. From COVID and its many profound effects to social injustice, surging inflation and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the planet has been rocked by life-changing events. It’s been an ongoing test for leaders in business and government. When crisis occurs and all eyes of the organization are on them, … [More]

Arizona Ranks No. 1 for Economic Performance, Says New Report

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A new report comparing state economies ranks Arizona no. 1 for economic performance over the last decade. The latest Rich States, Poor States analysis from the American Legislative Exchange Council gave Arizona the highest marks in the country in its annual ranking based on the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), population, and job growth. This year’s survey is the first … [More]

Saudi Green Initiative Is Lucrative Deal for Arizona-Built Lucid EVs

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Lucid Group, Inc., setting new standards with the longest-range, fastest-charging electric car on the market, today announced an agreement with the Government of Saudi Arabia, under which the Government will purchase up to 100,000 vehicles over a ten-year period, with an initial commitment to purchase 50,000 vehicles and an option to purchase up to an additional 50,000 vehicles … [More]

Their Take: AZ Is Fostering Job Growth, Higher Revenues, and a Better Economic Climate for Taxpayers

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Common Sense Institute (CSI) released The Economic Implications of Repealing the 3.50% Surcharge & Moving to a 2.50% Flat Income Tax. In 2020, the simplicity and relatively low tax rate enjoyed by Arizona residents was put in jeopardy after the passage of Proposition 208. The measure would have imposed a new surcharge on incomes over $250,00 and raised the state’s top … [More]

Arizona Climbed to #4 Best in Chief Executive’s 2022 Best & Worst States for Business Ranking

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In what’s become an annual rite of spring for our Best States & Worst States for Business survey of CEOs, Texas and Florida held on to their No. 1 and No. 2 spots this year, continuing their long-running lock on the top of the rankings. Based on polling of nearly 700 CEOs and business owners from every U.S. state, conducted in January and February 2022, the Lone Star … [More]

PREVIEW: What to Look for in the First Quarter 2022 GDP Report

by Dean Baker

The main story in the first quarter is likely to be a sharp slowing in GDP growth from the extraordinary 6.9 percent pace of the fourth quarter of 2021. The biggest factor in this slowing will be a slower pace of inventory accumulation. Inventory growth added 5.3 percentage points to GDP growth in the fourth quarter. Inventories are expected to continue growing in the first … [More]

How Digital Transformation Is Changing Project Management

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The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed how important it is for businesses to adopt digital processes. Many companies closed largely because they didn’t digitize, but for other firms, the pandemic accelerated their digital transformation. In the midst of this massive change, project management’s role has shifted but remains  crucial to helping improve overall efficiency and … [More]

DAY 2: PHX Startup Week 2022

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It's DAY 2 of PHX Startup Week 2022! Today's sessions include the popular Founder F Ups panel, venture development success models and why ESG principals matter to your start up. Lots of great content! We hope you join us for happy hour at AZ Wilderness after - all are welcome! Be sure you have download the Whova app to connect with everyone and access session details. Event … [More]

Nationally Recognized Law Firm Announces Office in Phoenix

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Holtzman Vogel Baran Torchinksy & Josefiak PLLC, a nationally-recognized law firm specializing in government, regulatory matters and litigation, is pleased to announce it will be launching a regional office in Phoenix. On Tuesday, April 26, the firm will commemorate the opening of its new office at The Esplanade by hosting the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry for … [More]

5 Steps Business Owners Can Take to Manage Surging Inflation

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The U.S. economy has been hit by one thing after another the past couple of years – COVID-19 and the resulting supply chain issues, a labor shortage, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and high inflation. Small business owners are feeling the brunt of it, and many aren’t confident that economic conditions will improve any time soon. The Small Business Optimism Index was down 2.4 … [More]

invisionAZ and StartUpAZ Announce Final Block of EmergeAZ Fast II Grant Awardees

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invisionAZ and StartupAZ announce the final block of EmergeAZ Fast II Grant awardees. In partnership with Governor Doug Ducey, $1.5 million had been allocated to the EmergeAZ Fast II Grant to provide resources to Arizona entrepreneurs and startups with emerging technologies designed to address current and future economic, health, or societal challenges. “In just a few … [More]

Surging Inflation Remains a Major Problem for Small Businesses, Says New Survey

NFIB

The NFIB Research Center released a new survey today assessing the impact inflation is having on small businesses. Small business owners first signaled inflation issues in the summer of 2021 when NFIB’s Small Business Economic Trends survey found increasing numbers of small business owners reporting “inflation” as their single most important problem. In March 2022, “inflation” … [More]

ASU Partners to Launch New Online Global High School

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Khan World School @ ASU Prep will open its virtual doors to enthusiastic 9th grade students from around the world in August 2022. This full-time online school will combine the expertise of Khan Lab School, Schoolhouse.world, and ASU Prep Digital in a unique model based on the principles of the book The One World Schoolhouse: Education Reimagined by Salman Khan, the … [More]

DAY 1: PHX Startup Week 2022

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Hope you're ready for a packed-full first day of knowledge sharing and networking at PHX Startup Week 2022. If you are attending in person, scroll down for location & parking details. All attendees should download and use the Whova app to connect with everyone and access sessions. We invite all from the #yesPHX community to join us at our daily happy hours happening at … [More]

Homebuyer Competition Drops for First Time in Six Months amid Surge in Mortgage Rates, Home Prices

Redfin

Sixty-five percent of home offers written by Redfin agents faced competition on a seasonally adjusted basis in March, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That is down from a revised rate of 66.7% in February, marking the first month-over-month decline since September—a sign that demand is starting to cool as soaring mortgage … [More]

Satellite Facility Expands in Gilbert to Meet Growing NASA Program Needs

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Northrop Grumman Corporation marked the completion of its expansion of the satellite manufacturing facility at its Gilbert, Arizona campus. The expansion adds 120,000-square-feet to the existing 135,000-square-foot facility, nearly doubling the site’s production capacity to meet the company’s growing backlog of satellite orders. “Arizona is a magnet for the space … [More]

Phoenix-Based Investment Co. Closes Deal to Acquire Hollywood Studio

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STX Entertainment announced the closing of its sale to The Najafi Companies, an entrepreneurially driven private investment firm with significant holdings in consumer brands, media, ecommerce, sports, and technology. AS Birch Grove LP and 777 Partners provided financing. Robert Simonds will serve as STX Chairman and Noah Fogelson, currently the President, … [More]

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