How to Have a Profitable Business in Any Economy

by Terry Monroe

People start and buy businesses for many different reasons. Some people do it as an extension of their passion for a certain thing such as flowers, woodworking, machinery or serving people. Some people do it for the thrill of winning, but ultimately everyone who goes into business does it to make money. There are thousands of books that have been written about business … [More]

Embracing Freelancers Could Be the Key to Success in the COVID-19 Era

by Santiago Jaramillo

In the context of an economy reeling from COVID-19, freelancing and the gig economy now mean something quite different to many people. Millions of people have lost their jobs, which has resulted in a surge of individuals looking to part-time and gig work to make ends meet. The future of remote work is now one of the most discussed topics as businesses are being forced to … [More]

Workplace Culture Co. Launches Work-From-Anywhere Employee Wellness Benefit

Treo Wellness

Treo Wellness, a division of Johnson Health Tech North America, has announced the launch of a work-from-anywhere employee wellness benefit. Treo Wellness is now offering an affordable turnkey program that enhances the health culture and wellness resources for small to mid-sized employers no matter where their employees are working. "Digital technology is reshaping every … [More]

Technology Startups Raised a Total of $89.9B Worth Investments, a 32% Jump in a Year

BuyShares

While undoubtedly catastrophic, the COVID-19 pandemic also accelerated new technology trends in many areas, providing innovative tech companies with an opportunity to expand their business. The surge in consumer spending on online ordering options and digital entertainment along with a massive increase in the adoption of digital services and remote working technologies, … [More]

Local Credit Union Streamlines Member Authentication to Contactless Process

Desert Financial Credit Union

MemberPass™, the flagship contactless identity solution powered by credit union service organization (CUSO) CULedger, has officially been deployed in Desert Financial Credit Union to provide a contactless, secure method for authenticating member identity in all of their contact centers MemberPass, which allows credit unions to automate the authentication process … [More]

Sellers Still Direct a Hot Housing Market But Fall Cooling Approaches

Zillow

Sellers still hold the reins of the U.S. housing market as prices reach record year-over-year gains and low inventory further erodes, according to the Zillow Weekly Market Report1. However, tapering pending sales and minimal recent growth in list prices point to an overdue seasonal market slowdown that may finally be coming. Pending sales slow as short time-on-market stays … [More]

Get Out the Vote Campaign Targets Latino Electorate

Chicanos Por La Causa

Chicanos Por La Causa Action Fund and UnidosUS Action Fund are teaming up for a Get Out the Vote campaign, with an October 6 livestream kickoff featuring Latino voters and leaders. CPLC President & CEO David Adame and UnidosUS President & CEO Janet Murguia will open the 10 a.m. event on Tuesday, which will be streamed live on CPLC YouTube channel. A panel discussion … [More]

DES Issues Fraud Alert, Announces Law Enforcement Task Force to Combat Criminal Activity

Arizona Department of Economic Security

The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) is warning consumers of a new fraud scheme targeting unemployment benefits and announced a new joint task force with law enforcement to combat high levels of unemployment fraud. These are the latest steps in DES’s aggressive approach to preventing fraud and protecting taxpayer dollars while ensuring Arizonans in need can access … [More]

Guide Helps to Manage Financial Troubles Resulting from COVID-19 Pandemic 

Resolute Commercial Services 

Business owners who resumed operations after months of restrictions or closure due to COVID-19 lockdowns only to face decreased demand from customers may now be on the verge of serious financial crisis, according to a Scottsdale-based business advisory firm. That’s why Resolute Commercial Services is providing free copies of its booklet “The 4-Step Guide to Your Financial … [More]

New Healthcare Company Committed to Value-Based Care Launches, Improving Outcomes for Patients

Apricus Health

In a move that increases access to convenient, and affordable healthcare throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area, Apricus Health launched today as a healthcare company committed to improving patient outcomes and optimizing value-based care. Created by Arizona doctors, Apricus Health provides access to 24-hour-a-day, healthcare services that enable patients to choose when and … [More]

The Federal Reserve’s Role in the Stock Market

by Aaron Warby

For several months now there has been a lot of focus on Federal Reserve statements. The question in some investors’ minds is, “how much control does the Federal Reserve have over the stock market?” For the near-term and the likely over the next several years the Federal Reserve will be a major market influencer. In broad terms the Federal Reserve has three major roles. The … [More]

Scottsdale Engraving Co. Celebrates Milestone with ‘Lucky 7’ Offers

Everything Etched

Local etching, engraving, and personalization company, Everything Etched will be celebrating their 7th anniversary on October 16th. Founded in 2013 by Tyler Cadwell the company’s humble beginning was typical of many small businesses, born in a garage. Now Everything Etched stands as an established e-commerce and brick and mortar business providing one-of-a-kind gifts for all … [More]

VIRTUAL EVENT – Oct 8 and 9: BambooHR Announces Sixth-Annual Virtual HR Summit

BambooHR

BambooHR, the industry's leading cloud-hosted software provider dedicated to powering the strategic evolution of human resources, today announced the sixth-annual HR Virtual Summit, a two-day event designed to uplift the HR industry with sessions from industry experts, thought leaders, and visionaries. The event will feature keynote speakers such as Leslie Odom Jr. of Hamilton, … [More]

Get Energized! Create Energy in Your Virtual Presentations

by Angela DeFinis

Whether you’re new to working remotely or have been doing it for years, you know one thing is true: Giving virtual presentations via Zoom and other online meeting platforms can be a challenge. Many professionals feel that online meetings lack the excitement and passion that comes naturally during face-to-face communication. And they’re right! The fact is that energy is … [More]

Chef Scott Conant Expands Restaurant Portfolio with The Americano in North Scottsdale

The Americano

Chef Scott Conant is expanding his Arizona restaurant portfolio with the announcement that he and his SC Culinary Inc. team have partnered with Creation Hospitality, led by Bob Agahi and David Sellers, for the ownership and operation of The Americano, an Italian-inspired steakhouse, in North Scottsdale. Through this new relationship, Conant will exclusively lead the culinary … [More]

Harkins Presents October Fright Nights Every Friday and Saturday for $5

Harkins Theatres

Celebrate the spookiest time of the year with Harkins October Fright Nights! All month long, see your favorite frightening films on the big screen every Friday and Saturday at 7PM and 9PM for only $5. Get ready for a seriously scary affair featuring everything from the family fun fantasy of The Nightmare Before Christmas to the head-spinning horror of The Exorcist! For more … [More]

ZooLights is Back. Walk or Cruise this Holiday Tradition

Phoenix Zoo

The Valley’s most cherished holiday tradition, ZooLights, presented by SRP, is back with millions of twinkling lights, dazzling animal sculptures and our Wildlife Lantern Safari, featuring 66 creatures — polar bears, mammoths, peacocks and more, all aglow. And this year, there’s a NEW way to feel the magic. Cruise ZooLights, the drive-thru experience that is not to be … [More]

Intel Wins US Government Advanced Packaging Project

Intel

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Intel Federal LLC the second phase of its State-of-the-Art Heterogeneous Integration Prototype (SHIP) program. The SHIP program enables the U.S. government to access Intel’s state-of-the-art semiconductor packaging capabilities in Arizona and Oregon and take advantage of capabilities created by Intel’s tens of billions of dollars of … [More]

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