Q3 Arizona Business Index Released, Consumer Confidence Drops

Greater Phoenix Chamber

The Greater Phoenix Chamber recently released the Q3 Arizona Business Index™ (ABI™), powered by OH Predictive Insights (OHPI).  The study measures and interprets the health of the Arizona economy from the perspective of the Arizona consumer. “We are pleased to see job satisfaction improving as Arizona continues to rebound from the pandemic,” said Todd Sanders, president and … [More]

Largest Indoor Pickleball Facility in the Country Opening in Chandler

Pickleball Kingdom

Pickleball Kingdom announced that it will be opening the first dedicated indoor pickleball facility in Arizona and the largest in the United States in the first quarter of 2022. “Chandler’s entrepreneurs are thriving and we are ecstatic over the announcement made by Mike Rodrigues that Pickleball Kingdom is opening in Chandler,” stated Mayor Kevin Hartke.  “Sixteen … [More]

Tallest Christmas Tree in Arizona Arrives Nov. 4

Outlets at Anthem

For the 20th consecutive year, Outlets at Anthem will be home to Arizona’s tallest fresh-cut Christmas tree. Santa Claus himself will lead the flatbed truck carrying the tree into the North Phoenix shopping destination, Thursday, Nov. 4, at 6:30 a.m. If winds are calm, the tree will then be lifted into place at 7:45 a.m. via an industrial crane. This year, the selected white … [More]

5 Kayaking and Hiking Tours Ideal for Fall

Evolution Expeditions

Evolution Expeditions, the Colorado River’s best-in-class kayaking and hiking tour operator, announces five incredible tours ideal to enjoy during autumn’s perfect weather. From three-hour tours to full-day excursions, Evolution Expeditions offers unique adventures daily led by expert guides who educate guests about geological features, spectacular wildlife, hidden beaches, hot … [More]

Zillow Creates First-of-Its-Kind Interactive Virtual Haunted House

Zillow

This Halloween, explore the darkest corners of Zillow's creepiest listing from the safety of your living room. The mansion at 667 Dead End Drive comes to life on an interactive 3D Home tour sure to frighten and delight those brave enough to enter this fictional house of horrors. Those brave souls then search for clues about the demise of its former owner, who still haunts the … [More]

37.2% National Year-Over-Year Increase in Mortgage Fraud Risk in Q2 2021, Says Report

CoreLogic

CoreLogic Reports a An estimated 0.83% of all mortgage applications contained fraud, about 1 in 120 applications Investment properties accounted for the highest-risk applications CoreLogic, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released its latest Mortgage Fraud Report. The report … [More]

Magellan Healthcare Offers Resources to Support Emotional Wellness during the Holiday Season

Magellan Healthcare, Inc.

Magellan Healthcare, the behavioral and specialty healthcare segment of Magellan Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGLN), today announced programs and resources to support the emotional wellness of individuals as they manage a second holiday season amidst a pandemic. For many, the holidays can be an exciting time, but the pandemic has dramatically changed how we celebrate holidays … [More]

Acquired Technology Helps Valley Co. Become ‘One Stop Shop’ for Vote-by-Mail Services

Runbeck Election Services

Runbeck Election Services, an elections technology solutions company focused on delivering printing, equipment and software solutions, announced it has purchased two W+D 410 Easy Envelopers to bring all of the company’s vote-by-mail services within their production facility. With the addition of this new envelope converting machinery, Runbeck will be able to oversee each step … [More]

Has the Government Created a Housing Crisis by Penalizing Fannie Mae?

inbusinessPHX.com

There has been much discussion about the inflated housing market in recent months. But what about the continuing problems of high rent and low-income earners who need government assistance to find shelter? And with eviction and foreclosure moratoriums ending in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, finding affordable housing could be difficult for more people, including the middle … [More]

How Leaders Can Close the Gender Equity Gap that Remote Work Is Widening

inbusinessPHX.com

Gender bias in the workplace is a well-documented issue, with research showing women earn consistently less money than men and get fewer of the top leadership jobs. And now the new wave of remote working is magnifying gender gaps, a study shows. As companies continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and weigh the pros and cons of working from home versus returning to the … [More]

Phoenix Distributing Free Transit Passes to Those Most in Need

City of Phoenix

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Many Phoenix residents now have help with the cost of riding public transit - for both bus and light rail. Earlier this year, the Phoenix city council developed a strategic plan for the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to be received by the city of Phoenix. A component of that plan is to … [More]

Cancer Hospital Is First in Western U.S. to Offer AI System for Enhanced Colonoscopy Screenings

Cancer Treatment Centers of America

Cancer Treatment Centers of America Phoenix is the first hospital in the western half of the U.S. and the first hospital in Arizona to utilize GI Genius – a powerful ally in the fight against colorectal cancer that employs artificial intelligence (AI) to help physicians detect polyps. The GI Genius module uses advanced AI software to highlight suspicious polyps with a … [More]

Celebrating the Hispanic Business Community and Its Legacy in Phoenix

by Christine Abdullah

Celebrating the richness and diversity of the Hispanic-Latino community and recognizing our collective path forward to drive social and economic progress is not confined to National Hispanic Heritage Month – especially when it comes to the outlook of Hispanic-owned small businesses nationwide. This year in particular, we recognize the resilience of small business owners … [More]

Lucid Confirms First Customer Deliveries to Take Place on October 30

Lucid Motors

Lucid Group, which is setting new standards with its advanced luxury EVs, today announced initial customer deliveries of the Dream Edition launch versions of Lucid Air, which sets new benchmarks in range and efficiency for electric vehicles. The first group of Dream Edition reservation holders are invited to take delivery of their vehicles on Saturday, October 30. Highlights … [More]

Economic Growth Rate Slows to 2%, Sharp Decline in Consumer Spending

Bureau of Economic Analysis

Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 2.0 percent in the third quarter of 2021 (table 1), according to the "advance" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the second quarter, real GDP increased 6.7 percent. The GDP estimate released today is based on source data that are incomplete or subject to further revision by the source … [More]

U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims Fall to New Pandemic Low of 281,000

U.S. Department of Labor

In the week ending October 23, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 281,000, a decrease of 10,000 from the previous week's revised level. This is the lowest level for initial claims since March 14, 2020 when it was 256,000. The previous week's level was revised up by 1,000 from 290,000 to 291,000. The 4-week moving average was 299,250, a decrease of … [More]

Employee Retention Woes Playing Havoc with Marketing Data

MountainTop Data

From data collection to creating B2B lists for potential leads, marketing has been seriously impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The biggest factors being the increase in people working remotely and the phenomenal turnover rate businesses are experiencing. Recent statistics have shown that one-third of new employees are quitting after about six months. According to the … [More]

Starbucks Makes Historic Investments In Employees

Starbucks

Starbucks Coffee Company announced a wave of investments for its partners (employees), building on its 50-year history and tradition of listening and learning, while investing its success back into its people. Announcements of both operational and wage investments for U.S. partners and company-operated stores are designed to retain and recruit the best people and affirm … [More]

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