Technology’s impact on the work environment was profound well before the pandemic – streamlining processes, increasing productivity, and making remote work seamless. Now, given the rapid changes in an uncertain economy affected by the virus, knowing how to utilize and navigate technology in the post-COVID world will be even more crucial for entrepreneurs, college graduates, … [More]
Chandler Center for the Arts Holiday Offerings
Chandler Center for the Arts and Vision Gallery have scheduled a variety of offerings for Chandler and surrounding communities to celebrate the holidays in a safe, fun way. From holiday concerts and a drive-by holiday light display to shopping online for holiday gifts through Vision Gallery's Gift Shop, Chandler Center for the Arts brings artists and performers to spread … [More]
Doing Good with Toys for Tacos!
The holidays may look a little different this year, but the season of giving is needed now more than ever. Which is why Mr Mesquite Taqueria is using all seven of its locations, including their newest in Gilbert when it opens on December 12th as safe donation drop off sites for the Academic Opportunity of Arizona starting December 1st. The Academic Opportunity of Arizona … [More]
Keeping the Holidays Merry & Bright for Arizonans-In-Need
For nearly 15 years, Ballet Arizona has invited Arizonans-in-need to come and celebrate the holidays by attending a full-length production of The Nutcracker –free of charge. Named in honor of our dedicated donors, Angel Night helps over 2,000 children and families each year experience an evening of magic and hope. This year, however, things will be different. With theatres … [More]
Household Holiday Recycling Impacts Availability of Consumer Paper Goods
With consumers shopping online more than ever before, Republic Services is bracing for an influx of discarded packaging material during the holiday season and is asking consumers to make sure they are recycling materials correctly. There's significant need for recycled paper due to the unprecedented demand for household paper products and cardboard during the … [More]
Impact Awards Name Two Valley Companies as Year’s Best
Kitchell and Galvanize have been named the large and small/medium Businesses of the Year by the Greater Phoenix Chamber during the 33rd Annual IMPACT Awards held virtually on Thursday, December 3rd. Large Business of the Year: Kitchell “It’s incredibly exciting for me to accept the Greater Phoenix Chamber’s Business of the Year award on behalf of our employee owners at … [More]
Restaurant Continues to Adapt and Pivot to Meet Consumer Needs in Wake of the Pandemic
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria unveils its first satellite kitchen, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria To-Go, in Scottsdale, which is now open. The new concept offers delivery and carryout only, which allows Grimaldi’s to provide its customers with an alternative and convenient option as the demand for takeout continues to increase. This is the first location to open as part of a company strategy to … [More]
Holiday Hunger Fight Raises More Than $335,000 for St. Mary’s Food Bank
Barro’s Pizza did their part once again to help fight hunger in Arizona. On Tues., Dec. 1, 2020, Barro’s Pizza hosted the Ninth Annual Doran Barro Holiday Hunger Fight which raised more than $335,593 for St. Mary’s Food Bank. “We couldn’t be happier with the outcome this year,” said Gina Barro co-owner of Barro’s Pizza. “Each year we look forward to honoring our mother, Doran … [More]
WEBINAR – Dec 8 – 10: Arizona Small Business Boot Camp & Collective
UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for next week's Boot Camp sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SESSION 103: TUESDAY - December 8 | 9:00 AM Update on Paycheck Protection Program Join us for an update on the Paycheck Protection Program, featuring the experts at BeachFleischman. Learn about the recent IRS … [More]
Valley Leadership Receives $100,000 to ‘Move the Needle’ on Racial Inequities
U.S. Bank announced $100,000 in donations to Valley Leadership as part of its $15 million U.S. Bank Foundation Rebuild and Transform Fund, addressing systemic racial inequities in small business, housing and workforce advancement. This commitment follows $150,000 U.S. Bank provided in Phoenix to Trellis and the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in September to address social … [More]
Phoenix Earns Perfect Score on LGBTQ Inclusion for Eighth Year in a Row
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) announced this morning that the city of Phoenix earned a perfect score of 100 for its ongoing efforts to ensure equal treatment of members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) community. The HRC uses the Municipal Equality Index (MEI) score to examine how inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services are of LGBTQ … [More]
Major Hotels Group Debuts New Office for the Day Package, Offering Remote Workers a Change of Scenery
Driven by its commitment to continuously listen to guests, customers and members, Hyatt announces an extension of its popular Work from Hyatt extended-stay package to include a new Office for the Day option now available daily through May 31, 2021, at more than 400 Hyatt hotels in the Americas. Offering a much-deserved change of scenery to people still working remotely and the … [More]
Arizona Residents Find Healthcare is Priority at Scottsdale Wellness Center
Functional Wellness Center is located in Scottsdale near the heart of old town. They are the only facility to perform spinal rehabilitation and postural correction in all of Scottsdale. They are a specialty office that is operated by two doctors certified in Chiropractic Biophysics. Chiropractic Biophysics is an advanced technique that focuses on correcting postural deformities … [More]
