Valleywise Health Earns High Ratings from Moody’s and Fitch Credit Rating Agencies

Valleywise Health

Valleywise Health has received some of the highest ratings awarded by Moody’s Investment Services and Fitch, two national credit rating agencies, for its 2021 bond sale. Moody’s assigned an “Aa3” rating and Fitch a “AA-“ rating to the healthcare district’s general obligation bonds that were overwhelmingly approved by Maricopa County voters in 2014. Both agencies … [More]

Salt River Project Selects Emerson for Distribution Grid Modernization Project

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Salt River Project (SRP), the largest electricity provider in the greater Phoenix area, has selected Emerson’s OSI digital grid solutions to reliably manage its distribution power grid, optimize operations and incorporate a growing supply of distributed energy resources. Emerson’s technologies and smart grid platform will coordinate the utility’s distribution operations that … [More]

Water Economy: 5 Ways Small Businesses Can Conserve Our Most Precious Resource

by Edgar R. Olivo

Water is at the core of Arizona’s economy, lifestyle and uniqueness. Clean, reliable water sources are important for our communities and economy to thrive. Small businesses from all regions and industry sectors of Arizona’s economy have an active role in supporting policy and investments to secure Arizona’s water future. Arizona uses around 36% of its water from the Colorado … [More]

EN NEGOCIOS: Economía del agua: 5 formas en que las pequeñas empresas pueden conservar nuestro recurso más preciado

por Edgar R. Olivo

El agua es el núcleo de la economía, el estilo de vida y la distinción de Arizona. Las fuentes de agua limpias y confiables son importantes para que nuestras comunidades y nuestra economía prosperen. Las pequeñas empresas de todas las regiones y sectores industriales de la economía de Arizona tienen un papel activo en el apoyo de políticas e inversiones para asegurar el futuro … [More]

3 Ways an Evolved HR Team Drives Profits

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When the COVID-19 pandemic forced businesses to adapt to a new reality, many human resources departments faced challenges like never before. Now a question that confronts companies is whether their HR departments have evolved enough to come through for them in a world that continues to change with unprecedented rapidity, says Bill Lyons, the ForbesBooks author of We Are HR: … [More]

The Art of Compliance: Doing What’s Right, Not Just What’s Required

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The rest of society got a taste of what corporate compliance officers go through when the pandemic forced restrictions and requirements on the entire population. Suddenly, people were told to wear masks, social distance, and wash their hands more regularly and thoroughly than ever before. Plenty of people didn’t like that, trying to dodge the new rules or openly defying … [More]

Seven Travel Tips to Help You Travel Safely this Memorial Day

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

We are already approaching the end of May and that means the three-day Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner. Travel has looked a lot different this past year and a half and safety policies and travel regulations are constantly changing. If you are planning to fly out of town for the Memorial Day holiday, these travel tips will help you be prepared. Tip #1 – … [More]

24-Hour Close Option Is a Reality, Offerpad Announces

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Offerpad, the tech-enabled Real Estate Solutions Center and a leading iBuyer, in partnership with First American Title Insurance Company, a leading provider of title insurance and settlement services and the largest subsidiary of First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF), recently helped an Offerpad home seller close escrow on their sale in just one … [More]

Three-Building Industrial Portfolio in Phoenix Acquired by New York Investment Firm

KKR

KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the acquisition of a three-building industrial portfolio totaling approximately 419,350 square feet located in highly infill locations in Phoenix, Arizona. The Seller was a Joint Venture between PCCP, LLC and Hopewell Development LP. All three assets were built in 2020 and are located approximately twenty to thirty … [More]

SBA Kicks Off World Trade Month with Webinars to Help Businesses Go Global

U.S. Small Business Administration

This May, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will conduct and participate in a series of four webinars aimed at helping participants gain valuable insights on strategies for international sales success. As part of World Trade Month, the SBA is doing all we can to help U.S. small businesses build their businesses better. Ninety-five percent of the world's consumers … [More]

Vistancia Finalizes Masterplan with Addition of Northpointe Community

Vistancia

Since opening in 2004, Vistancia has evolved to offer resort-style recreation centers, two award-winning golf courses – the private Blackstone Country Club and the public Trilogy Golf Club, a 3.5-mile Discovery Trail, two K-8 elementary schools, and a neighborhood marketplace uniting authentic Arizona in a Sonoran Desert living masterpiece. Vistancia has sold over 7,500 … [More]

Coyotes + BCBSAZ and Sharecare Launch Small Business Spotlight

Arizona Coyotes

The Arizona Coyotes Foundation recently announced that it has partnered with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona and Sharecare to launch a "Small Business Spotlight" initiative that will highlight five Arizona-based small businesses during the 2021-22 NHL season. The goal of the initiative is to increase the exposure of small businesses in the Valley. Supporting small businesses … [More]

WEBINAR – May 26: PPP and ERC: A Tax Lawyer Explains How to Maximize Both Programs Together

NFIB

The Employee Retention Credit (ERC) offers a substantial refundable tax credit to employers, including those who have taken out Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. In this FREE webinar, Martin Karamon, JD/LLM, Principal, Cherry Bekaert, LLP, will show you how to: Maximize the tax benefits of ERC, together with PPP loan forgiveness and other SBA relief programs … [More]

10 Strategies for Small Entrepreneurs to Adapt to a ‘New Normal’

by Phil Cord

In a world where the only constant is change, entrepreneurs have to be on the lookout for new threats and opportunities at all times. The current situation on the market calls for an even greater level of attention. When one small business after another crumbles, it might seem like there is no hope. Many people are discouraged from starting a new venture, while others close … [More]

Private Businesses Not Likely Liable for Unmasked, Unvaccinated Customers

by Marc Lamber

Private business owners in Arizona have been left to fend for themselves when it comes to masking and proof of vaccine policies. Now, questions have been raised about whether these businesses face increased legal liability for allowing unmasked or unvaccinated customers into their stores where these patrons could contract COVID from unmasked employees or other customers. The … [More]

Costumed Comedy Show and Big-Time Cocktail Competition Set for Sunday, May 23

Another Round Events

Hey bartenders –– so you think you shake? But can you dance, dress up, and raise relief funds for the hospitality industry? On May 23rd, the entire nation will watch online and find out. See Phoenix's own Christian D. Jenkins sling his cocktails. It’s the premiere (online) cocktail party and competition you can watch in your pajamas and with your laptop. So fans, get … [More]

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Dance Series Tickets On Sale Today

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

The 2021–22 contemporary dance series at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts presents groundbreaking movement to contemporary companies rooted in the classical form. Scottsdale Arts ONE Members can get the best seats before tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, May 21, 2021. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts aims to be the premier contemporary dance … [More]

To-Go Cocktails Is a New Thing

Rick McCartney

Governor Doug Ducey today signed legislation allowing bars, liquor stores and restaurants to sell cocktails to-go, expanding opportunities for businesses across the state. “Businesses owners have shown that offering to-go beverages can be done responsibly and safely,” said Governor Ducey. “House Bill 2773 will make sure restaurants and bars have the opportunity to expand … [More]

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