Social Media May Have a Positive Impact on Health, Survey Finds

by Pamela Doneva

It is quite common to hear about the negative effects of social media. However, according to a recent survey by DentaVox with 6785 respondents, many say it can also be a source of good influence. Controversial or not, people claim they found inspiration to explore a healthier lifestyle. Effect on physical health Interestingly 69% of DentaVox users state that social media … [More]

Nephrology Organization Expands Access with Acquisition of Ambulatory Surgery Centers

Global Vascular Solutions

Global Vascular Solutions, an owner and operator of outpatient surgery centers for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients, recently launched with the acquisition of three ambulatory surgery centers in the Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona markets. GVS is a division of Global Nephrology Solutions (“GNS”), one of the largest physician-led and physician-owned kidney care platforms in … [More]

Rush Street Interactive Fully Launches BetRivers Online Sportsbook in Arizona

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Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a leading online sports betting and casino company in the United States,  announced that its award-winning BetRivers online sportsbook is fully launched in Arizona. Sports fans aged 21 and over can now register, deposit funds, wager, and withdraw payouts quickly and securely from the BetRivers Sportsbook app for iOS and Android. The … [More]

5 Ways Leaders Can Use Empathy to Increase Employee Job Satisfaction

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As many workplaces struggle to retain and hire employees during the “Great Resignation,” leaders don’t have time to feel sorry for themselves. But it may be time for more of them to feel empathy toward their workers. Ernst & Young’s 2021 Empathy in Business Survey showed around 50% of employees quit a previous job because their boss wasn’t empathetic to their struggles … [More]

Nearly 60% of Americans Unlikely to Travel for Thanksgiving or Christmas, Says Survey

American Hotel & Lodging Association

While rising vaccination rates against COVID-19 have increased travelers’ comfort levels, most Americans are still opting to stay home this holiday season, according to a new national survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) conducted by Morning Consult. The survey found that 29% of Americans are likely to travel for Thanksgiving and 33% are … [More]

Ultimate Moviegoing Under the Stars at Harkins Moonlight Cinema

Harkins Theatres

It’s an experience unlike any other at Harkins Moonlight Cinema, an open-air cinema concept on a rooftop next to Harkins Camelview at Fashion Square in Scottsdale. Guests can see out of this world upcoming movies such as Close Encounters of the Third Kind, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Office Space and Star Wars: A New Hope. Known for providing the Ultimate Moviegoing … [More]

Scottsdale International Film Festival, Nov 5 to 12

Scottsdale International Film Festival

Founded in 2001, Scottsdale International Film Festival is an annual 10-day destination event that connects audiences with award-winning cinema from around the globe. During its 20-year history, the Festival has presented more than 700 films – ranging from major Academy Award winners to undiscovered indie gems – to more than 110,000 attendees. Whether film scholar or film … [More]

Valley Leadership: 5 Things to Know about Arizona

Valley Leadership

Valley Leadership’s Explore program will launch this spring, giving alumni a chance to get out of their community – and their comfort zone – to get to know the great diversity of the state and how our most pressing issues show up in rural, urban, suburban and Native communities. As we get ready to launch Explore, we’ve been busy digging up details about our great state and … [More]

Tempe History Museum Unveils Tempe 150 Exhibit

Tempe History Museum

This year Tempe celebrates its sesquicentennial, or 150th birthday, and Tempe History Museum is unveiling a new exhibit to commemorate the occasion. The community is invited to the opening of Tempe 150 – Milestones this Wednesday, Nov. 3 at 6:30 p.m. The Tempe 150 exhibit showcases the city’s history through photographs, artifacts and documents. The diversity of Tempe’s … [More]

WEBINAR – Nov 18: Money Decisions for a ‘Return Stronger’ Holiday Season

Arizona Commerce Authority

UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for the upcoming Boot Camp sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SESSION 203: Thursday - November 18 | 9:00 AM Money Decisions for a 'Return Stronger' Holiday Season Be smart about your business finances this holiday season! Small-business owners have to make some tough decisions. How … [More]

WEBINAR – Nov. 16: Return Stronger in 2022

Arizona Commerce Authority

UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for the upcoming Boot Camp sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SESSION 202: Tuesday - November 16 | 9:00 AM Return Stronger in 2022 The upcoming holiday season will be different from last year, with so many unknowns and new challenges. Join us for a session focused on leading your team … [More]

WEBINAR – Nov 10: Accessing the Maricopa County Small Business Grant Program

Arizona Commerce Authority

UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for the upcoming Boot Camp sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SPECIAL SESSION: Wednesday - November 10 | 9:00 AM Accessing the Maricopa County Small Business Grant Program In partnership with Arizona Community Foundation, Local First Arizona launched the Maricopa County Small … [More]

WESTMARC to Host West Valley Tech Summit, Dec 2

WESTMARC

WESTMARC is hosting a regional West Valley Tech Summit on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at the Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park. Expert speakers will focus on how Arizona continues to thrive during disruptive times. Sandra Watson, President and CEO of Arizona Commerce Authority, will share her knowledge and experience on how Arizona and Greater Phoenix has become the hotspot … [More]

First Internet Bank Expands Arizona Commercial Banking Team

First Internet Bank

First Internet Bank announced the hiring of Vice President of Commercial Banking, Ryan Hasher. Mr. Hasher joins First Internet Bank’s Arizona-based commercial banking team, reporting to Regional Vice President Neil Barna “Ryan is an invaluable addition to our team,” said Mr. Barna. “His experience and expertise will provide flexible financing solutions for our clients … [More]

Vaccinations: Whose Responsibility?

by Jim White, PhD

Kyrie Irving’s stance on vaccination stole the headlines. The story captivated basketball fans and observers alike: the Brooklyn Nets star, an employee of the NBA, was willing to forgo tens of millions of dollars in salary by opting not to “take the shot.” Irving stood in solidarity with workers who, he said, are losing their livelihoods over COVID-19 vaccination mandates – … [More]

Payroll Employment Rises by 531,000 in October; Unemployment Rate Edges Down to 4.6%

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 531,000 in October, and the unemployment rate edged down by 0.2 percentage point to 4.6 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Job growth was widespread, with notable job gains in leisure and hospitality, in professional and business services, in manufacturing, and in transportation and warehousing. … [More]

4 Ways to Fight Burnout and Win

by Andi Simon, Ph.D.

I always look forward to reading McKinsey’s Women in the Workplace research. This is the seventh year it has been collected, and the data compiles survey results from 65,000 people in 423 organizations. Of particular concern to me was the data on burnout. As this research reveals, “The pandemic continues to take a toll on employees, and especially women. Women are even more … [More]

ASU’s Thunderbird and the City of Phoenix Showcase Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Launch of Global Entrepreneurship Week

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Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University (ASU) has been selected by the Global Entrepreneurship Network to launch Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) on November 6 at the school’s new state-of-the-art global headquarters in Phoenix, Ariz. GEW is an international movement, powered by the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) with support from the … [More]

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