On the anniversary of 125 years of service, Florence Crittenton Services of Arizona is excited to announce that it will become an affiliate nonprofit agency of Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC). Both longstanding, renowned and committed organizations will leverage expertise, capacity and resources to assure continuity of programs to empower girls and young women across the … [More]
Enterprising Podcast for Business Leaders Launches
Enterprise Bank & Trust, the banking subsidiary of Enterprise Financial Services Corp (NASDAQ: EFSC), has launched a new podcast for business leaders who want to build powerful connections, learn how to cultivate relationships and keep business relationships healthy and strong. The first three episodes of the podcast are now available, and new episodes will be released … [More]
With Domestic Violence on the Rise, Cox Donates to Fresh Start’s Family Law Support Program
As Domestic Violence Awareness Month begins, the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation reports that 69 percent of women the organization serves have experienced domestic violence in the last year – an increase of 19 percent from the year before. Now, with a $20,000 grant from Cox, Fresh Start has established the Cox Virtual Courtroom for clients to safely access legal services … [More]
WEBINAR – Oct 21: Small Business PPP Loan Forgiveness
UPCOMING SESSIONS SESSION 196: Thursday - October 21 | 9:00 AM Small Business PPP Loan Forgiveness If your small business received a Paycheck Protection Program loan, don’t forget to apply for forgiveness. In this session, loan experts from Chicanos Por La Causa will walk through the Small Business Administration’s PPP forgiveness portal and help small … [More]
WEBINAR – Oct 19: Low Budget & Guerilla Marketing Techniques
UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for the upcoming Boot Camp sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SESSION 195: Tuesday - October 19 | 9:00 AM Low Budget & Guerilla Marketing Techniques Do you have a tight marketing budget and find it challenging to promote your business? The good news is, there are plenty of ways … [More]
Bank of America Increases U.S. Minimum Hourly Wage to $21 as Next Step to $25 by 2025
Bank of America announced it has raised its U.S. minimum hourly wage to $21 as a next step in the company’s plans to increase to $25 by 2025. In May, the company also announced that all of its U.S. vendors are now required to pay their employees dedicated to the bank, at or above $15 per hour. This builds on the company’s history of being a leader in establishing … [More]
Sauna Studio Signs Agreement to Open 6 New Studios in Phoenix Area
Perspire Sauna Studio, the nation’s fastest-growing infrared sauna studio franchise, announced today two new franchise agreements that will bring six new studios to the Phoenix market over the next few years. These deals mark the debut of the brand in Arizona with the first studio slated to open the first weekend of February 2022 in Gilbert. Behind one signed agreement to … [More]
New Artsline Spotlight Artist Hopes to Inspire Younger Generations
A new mural is up at our Roosevelt/Central Ave light rail station thanks to our new fall Artsline Spotlight Artist, Jerome Fleming aka Kulorbandit. The lush green landscape with brightly colored accents is eye-catching whether you’re at the station to catch a train or simply passing by. “I let the colors and shapes in my art do the talking for me. This piece needed to stand … [More]
Republic Services Opens Industry’s First Technical Institute
Republic Services, Inc., a leader in the environmental services industry, today unveiled its Technical Institute, the industry's first-ever diesel technician training program. As the need for skilled workers continues to increase, this investment offers best-in-class training, fully compensating students during the 12-week program. Graduates will immediately begin full-time … [More]
Money for Teachers: Educators Can Apply Now for SRP Education Grants
Salt River Project is offering grants for teachers looking for ways to enhance learning in the classroom in the areas of math, science, engineering, technology as well as social science. Teachers are encouraged to apply for the SRP Classroom Connections program, which consists of: Learning Grants by SRP, which provide funding up to $5,000 per school for projects … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Eco-Friendly Water Company to Launch in Sam’s Clubs Nationwide
The Alkaline Water Company Inc., the country’s largest independent alkaline company and The Clean Beverage Company™, is pleased to announce that the Alkaline88 1-liter 12 pack will be available this fall at Sam’s Club. Sam’s Club is a leading membership warehouse club with nearly 600 clubs and millions of members in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Beginning in early November, … [More]
