5 Things You Should Be Doing for Your Virtual Internship Program

by Ben Siegel

There’s no doubting that the pandemic has drastically changed the way we work. Offices are closed, most meetings are now virtual, and networking has become a day-to-day challenge. Though industries have found solutions for most of the year’s obstacles, several internship programs have been left behind. As these programs are essential to both business owners and students alike, … [More]

Herberger Theater to Open Outdoor Stage for Performances

Herberger Theater

The Herberger Theater Center (HTC) is excited to announce its new outdoor stage, The Pavilion at the Herberger Theater. Built on the recently cleared land on the east side on the theater, The Pavilion will host performances November 2020 through April 2021, including the 11th annual Festival of the Arts on Saturday, November 14, which will be the opening performance for the new … [More]

COVID-19 is Driving the Housing Inventory Crisis in Unexpected Ways

Zillow

A historic inventory crisis is driving up home prices to new highs, but understanding why would-be sellers are sitting on the sideline had been guesswork. Now a new Zillow survey is shedding light on how the pandemic is influencing homeowners who are considering selling in the next three years, and the reasons why they're staying put. Life uncertainty, likely caused by … [More]

Amazon Promotes Over 35,000 Employees Across North America, Opens 100,000 New Seasonal Jobs Heading Into the Holidays

Amazon

Amazon announced it has promoted more than 35,000 Operations employees in 2020, that 30,000 employees have taken advantage of Amazon’s Career Choice program, and that it’s creating an additional 100,000 seasonal jobs. With more than 12 million Americans out of work according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics these new seasonal roles in several locations across the US and … [More]

Tech Services Co. Helps Companies Return to the Office Safely through Mobile Technology

Axway

Phoenix-based Axway, a leading provider of API Management and integration software, announces the release of the source code for Axway’s mobile office scheduling assistant, the Griffin App. Their goal is to help other companies return to the office safely using APIs and mobile technology. To return to the office in each of the 17 countries Axway employees work, its teams had … [More]

Real Estate Tech Co. Partners with Title Co. to Safely Transact Payment Solutions

inbusinessPHX.com

Emerging technology leader Bank Shot, who recently received a patent for their mobile app, Android and iPhone, has announced a new partnership with Premier Title Agency, Arizona’s title and escrow experts. The title industry clearly understands the necessity for safe, secure and compliant digital technology when completing real estate transactions via their smart phone, … [More]

WEBINAR – Oct 29: On Young Arizonans—And Their Role in Our Future Success

Center for the Future of Arizona

Join the Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA) and the Arizona Center for Civic Leadership for a CivEx discussion with rising leaders about the important role young Arizonans have in creating a successful future for our state. Attendees will learn about The Arizona We Want, a shared vision of success around what matters most to Arizonans, and get a first look at data from … [More]

5 Ways Online Advertising Is Changing

Source Digital

One year ago, The New York Times posted a headline that read “The Advertising Industry Has a Problem: People Hate Ads.” While a great deal of money is being spent in online advertising, those doing the spending knew long before reading that headline that there was a problem. Consumers hate the online ads, for a variety of reasons, pushing many of them to close out, tune out, … [More]

3 Talent Acquisition Mistakes You Might Be Making

by George Randle

I felt as if I’d won the lottery. Through a highly selective veteran hiring group, I had been offered a position at one of the world’s largest big-box retailers. According to a company representative, they were looking for driven leaders who knew how to mentor, lead, and provide vision for people. It sounded like a perfect fit for me. Plus, the job included a good salary, … [More]

Coming Soon: 2021 Transaction Privilege Tax License Renewals

Arizona Department of Revenue

The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is sending renewal letters to businesses next month to renew their Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License. You must renew on or before January 1 every year. Penalties will apply to renewals received after Jan 31. Before renewing, ADOR encourages businesses to update and verify their account information to prevent unnecessary … [More]

Free Healthy Worksite Wellness Training Returns this Week

City of Phoenix

FitPHX​, the city’s healthy community initiative, is continuing its partnership with the Arizona Department of Health Services to provide the free Healthy Arizona Worksites Program (HAWP). The program dates to 2014 and resumes this month with a two-day, live, interactive training session offered through the Zoom app. The class will be held Wednesday, October 28 and … [More]

Phoenix Expands COVID-19 Business Relief Grant Eligibility, Grants End Oct. 30

City of Phoenix

Small businesses with 25 or fewer employees in the city of Phoenix can now apply for grants up to $10,000 to offset lost revenue during the Covid-19 pandemic. The opportunity to apply for a grant ends Friday, October 30 at 5 p.m. With just over $1 million left to award, the Phoenix City Council approved the expanded eligibility requirements to allow more businesses to … [More]

Deepening Inventory Shortage Slows Home Sales Even Further

Zillow

The housing market's recent record of superlatives marches on according to Zillow's Weekly Market Report1, as prices soared to new heights and inventory reached record lows — down nearly 50% annually in some major metros. The lack of available homes and an overdue seasonal slowdown may finally be pulling pending sales down after a scorching hot few months. Time on market … [More]

Their Take: Taxpayer Tricks and Treats for Halloween 2020

Citizens Against Government Waste

As if 2020 wasn’t scary enough, today Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) released its 20th annual compilation of hair-raising, harrowing, and horrifying Taxpayer Tricks and Treats: Trick: The House Robs Taxpayers of $3 Trillion In an attempt to shake down taxpayers and steal their money in the dead of night, the House of Representatives approved the $3 … [More]

Carvana Partners with 7-Time NASCAR Cup Series

Carvana

Leading online auto retailer Carvana (NYSE: CVNA) announced today it will be the primary partner for 7-time NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) Champion Jimmie Johnson and Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) for the 2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES racing season in the newly-formed Carvana Chip Ganassi Racing entry. Johnson co-holds the NCS record with Dale Earnhardt and Richard Petty for most … [More]

WEBINAR – Nov 4: Selling to the Federal Government #VetBiz

U.S. Small Business Administration

During National Veterans Small Business Week, learn about SBA resources to help your #VetBiz identify and compete for federal contract opportunities. Small business contractors continue to play an important role in helping federal agencies to respond during the COVID-19 pandemic. Opportunities remain available for small businesses to bid on contracts and contribute to the … [More]

WEBINAR – Oct 28: PPP Forgiveness: Q&A on What You Need to Know to Achieve Forgiveness

NFIB

You’ve spent your Paycheck Protection Program money and you are ready to complete the loan forgiveness application. But it seems like every week SBA changes the PPP forms and rules. Join Beth Milito and Holly Wade, NFIB’s PPP experts, for a review of the latest SBA updates and for answers to your questions on: What is the new "simplified" Form 3508S released October 8, … [More]

Bashas’ Family-Friendly, Socially-Distanced Halloween Celebrations for Ghosts & Goblins of All Ages

Bashas' Supermarkets

Arizona families across the state are invited to creep and crawl into their neighborhood Bashas’ supermarket for some fun-filled holiday treats and activities on Halloween. Bashas’ annual Halloween celebration will take place on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at its more than 40 supermarket locations throughout the state, as well as Eddie’s Country Store in … [More]

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