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Healthcare & Wellness  |    |  

Nearly 44,000 People In Seven Hours Book Appointments for State 24/7 Vaccination Site

Arizona Department of Health Services

In just seven hours today, nearly 44,000 Arizonans have made appointments to be vaccinated at the state’s first 24/7 COVID-19 vaccination site at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. Of those appointments, nearly 29,000 are for the site’s first week of operation. The site, launched by the Arizona Department of Health Services in partnership with the Arizona Department of … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

Despite New Stimulus, More Than 3 Million Renters Facing COVID-19 Unemployment Bear Extreme Housing Cost Burden

Zillow

For millions of renters who remain unemployed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the recently finalized fiscal stimulus package is desperately needed relief. The additional payments will bring their typical rent burdens from more than 80% of their income to less than half, a new Zillow® analysis shows. While the extra assistance helps on a monthly basis, millions behind on their … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

Report: Small Business Optimism Drops Below Index Average in December

NFIB

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined 5.5 points in December to 95.9, falling below the average Index value since 1973 of 98. Nine of the 10 Index components declined and only one improved. Owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months declined 24 points to a net negative 16%. “This month’s drop in small business optimism is historically very … [More]

Growth & Enterprise  |    |  

HomeServe’s Expansion in Phoenix Continues with Acquisition of Canyon State

HomeServe USA Corp.

HomeServe USA, a leading provider of service plans, repair, and installation services for the home, today announced the acquisition of Canyon State Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing (Canyon State). Serving customers in and around Sun City and Sun City West, the A+ Better Business Bureau rated Canyon State marks HomeServe’s fourth HVAC company acquisition in the greater … [More]

Growth & Enterprise  |    |  

Swift Transportation Unveils Truckers Against Trafficking Wrapped Truck

Swift Transportation Inc.

Swift Transportation, the largest full truckload carrier in North America, unveiled their wrapped truck honoring Truckers Against Trafficking. The new 2021 wrapped Freightliner Cascadia will be a living representation of Swift's partnership with the non-profit organization Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT). The wrap displays Swift's and TAT logos and reads "Everyday Heroes … [More]

Government & Compliance  |    |  

1.1 Million Paycheck Protection Program Loans Forgiven So Far Totaling More Than $100 Billion

U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration has already forgiven more than 1.1 million Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans for over $100 billion, providing an extraordinary amount of critical relief to America’s small businesses just 3 months since the earliest PPP borrowers’ covered periods ended. “Today’s news is a key indicator that the PPP is working for all small … [More]

Events  |    |  

WEBINAR – Jan 14: Shuttered Venue Operators Grant

U.S. Small Business Administration

Are you a theatrical producer, talent representative, venue promoter or do you operate a live venue, live performing arts organization, movie house or cultural institution and have been impacted by COVID-19? Register for SBA’s webinar on Thursday, Jan. 14, at 12 p.m. PT, for a preliminary overview of the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program included in the Economic Aid to … [More]

Economy & Trends  |    |  

U.S. Consumer Prices Increase in December

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in December on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.2 percent in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 1.4 percent before seasonal adjustment. The seasonally adjusted increase in the all items index was … [More]

Growth & Enterprise  |    |  

$18 Million Capital Campaign Launched to Build Science Facility Housing Largest Telescope in Greater Phoenix

International Dark Sky Discovery Center

The International Dark Sky Discovery Center (IDSDC) launched an $18 million capital campaign to build a unique science-based facility in Fountain Hills, Ariz., that includes a first-class domed observatory. The IDSDC will house the largest telescope in Greater Phoenix, and with its three other state-of-the-art components, will provide STEM education for students and … [More]

Marketing  |    |  

Content is Critical for 2021 and Beyond: How to Activate Engagement in Today’s Video Marketing

Source Digital

We’ve all heard the saying that when it comes to online marketing, content is king. Going into the new year, that holds true, but there’s one caveat that marketing managers must grasp if they want their efforts to be effective. It’s not that content is king when it comes to video marketing – it’s content that actively engages viewers. Those companies that tap into the power of … [More]

Marketing  |    |  

Clean Data Key to Maximizing 5G’s Potential to Augment Marketing

inbusinessPHX.com

When it comes to 5G—the fifth generation of cellular wireless technology helping us navigate the online world—most businesses are focused on speed. The key to progress is processing the data. Connection is one thing; giving context to the vast amounts of information coming is an unprecedented challenge, according to Sky Cassidy, CEO of MountainTop Data. “How marketing … [More]

Events  |    |  

WEBINAR – Jan 14: Paycheck Protection Program for Small Business

Tempe Chamber of Commerce

What do small business owners need to know about the new Federal COVID-19 relief package? What financial resources are available? Who qualifies, and how does the application process work? What about PPP loan forgiveness? Join the Tempe Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, January 14th for an informative session featuring our special guest James Pipper, Lead Economic Development … [More]

Government & Compliance  |    |  

Business Organizations Advise ‘Prioritize State Recovery over Partisan Politics this Session’

inbusinessPHX.com

In a joint statement Monday, several influential business leadership organizations came together to urge our state legislators to act in the best interest of Arizonans and focus on recovery - not partisan politics - as we open the 55th Legislative session. In a statement released Monday, the leadership organizations made it clear that they support a strong effort to recover … [More]

Government & Compliance  |    |  

Governor Ducey Delivers State of the State Address, Outlines 2021 Priorities

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey today delivered the State of the State address in a live broadcast to the opening session of the 55th Arizona state legislature and the people of Arizona. The Governor outlined his vision for 2021, focusing on the continued fight against COVID-19, the distribution of the vaccine, prioritizing K-12 education, creating jobs and helping Arizonans who have been … [More]

Government & Compliance  |    |  

SBA Re-Opens PPP in Two Phases

U.S. Small Business Administration

The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, re-opened the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan portal Monday at 9 am ET. SBA is continuing its dedicated commitment to underserved small businesses and to addressing potential access to capital barriers by initially granting PPP access exclusively to community financial institutions … [More]

HR & Management  |    |  

Talent Engagement will be Critical to Building Business Resiliency as Market Evolves in 2021

The Execu|Search Group

The Execu|Search Group released its 2021 Hiring Outlook titled, 3 Strategies For Building A Resilient Workforce During Uncertain Times. The report, which provides insight into the factors that most impact employee engagement, aims to help employers navigate their talent pool in an evolving market. This is critical as COVID-19 continues to run its course in 2021, and companies … [More]

En Negocios  |    |  

Great News for Minority-Owned Businesses: How to Qualify for the New Pandemic Relief

by Edgar R. Olivo

Good news for minority-owned small business has arrived with a new round of pandemic relief funding for the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans. Congress has approved $284 billion in new loans. Availability started Monday, January 11, 2021, for first-time borrowers and will start on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, for second-time PPP borrowers. The PPP … [More]

En Negocios  |    |  

EN NEGOCIOS: Buenas noticias para empresas de propiedad de minoría: Cómo calificar para el nuevo alivio pandémico

por Edgar R. Olivo

Las buenas noticias para las pequeñas empresas de propiedad de minorías han llegado con una nueva ronda de fondos de ayuda pandémica para el Programa de Protección de Pago y Préstamos por Desastre por Lesiones Económicas. El Congreso aprobó $284 mil millones en nuevos préstamos. La disponibilidad comienza el lunes 11 de enero de 2021 para los prestatarios por primera vez y el … [More]

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