Arizona Federal Credit Union announced today it has been designated an SBA Preferred Lending Partner (PLP) by the U.S. Small Business Administration, and is the only Arizona-based credit union with SBA PLP status. As an SBA preferred lender, Arizona Federal has the authority to approve its SBA-guaranteed loans, which simplifies and expedites the SBA-loan approval process for … [More]
Hispanic Chamber to Host Business $ense Bootcamp
The Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Comerica Bank invites Maricopa County small business owners and entrepreneurs to the fourth installment of the Business $ense Bootcamp/Member Orientation, presented and sponsored by Comerica Bank. The virtual event will be held from 10 a.m.-Noon on Tuesday, Sept. 15. Comerica Arizona Market President Steve Richins will provide … [More]
Arizona and Israeli Companies Sign Channel Partner Agreement, Facilitated by Local Biz Group
In a move set to increase the use of superconducting technology that reduces the amount of electrical resistance in various products and applications, Arizona-based Ambature, Inc. today announced it has formalized a channel partner agreement with Israeli-based Ormic Components Ltd. Dedicated to supporting business between Arizona and Israel through B2B initiatives, business … [More]
Environmental Compliance Co. Sees Residential Housing Market Growth, Bucking COVID-19 Pandemic
With the residential housing market across Arizona and the U.S. experiencing steady growth despite COVID-19, Earthworks Environmental LLC has seen an increase in business of 20 percent compared to a year ago. The Mesa-based woman/minority-owned environmental compliance firm operates in Arizona, Florida, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ohio, Iowa, Wisconsin, … [More]
WEBINAR – Sep 16: EIDL Top Ten FAQs (Answered!), PPP EZ Forgiveness Eligibility, and Q&A
In follow-up to last session’s “PPP Top Ten FAQs,” this week Beth and Holly will answer the top Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program questions. In addition, the webinar will review PPP EZ forgiveness eligibility. REGISTER HERE In addition to covering these topics, Beth and Holly will devote 30 minutes to answering your individual questions. Submit your questions … [More]
Global Supplier of Aftermarket Aviation Parts Gains 45,000 Line Items, Acquires Argentina’s Largest Airline
AvAir, an industry leading inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, has purchased the complete surplus inventory of Aerolíneas Argentinas, Argentina's largest airline and the country's flag carrier. The inventory consists of 45,000 line items of rotable and consumable material from Aerolíneas Argentinas retired fleets. “The coronavirus pandemic disrupted … [More]
Knife & Fork Media Group Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary this Fall
On Thursday, October 1, Knife & Fork Media Group, celebrates a decade of dedication to providing local and national independently owned businesses with top-tier public relations and marketing services designed to help their companies thrive. “When I started my career in corporate America 20 years ago, I could not have imagined owning a small business,” says President … [More]
The Burgeoning West Valley: Land and Housing Forecast
“Washington is not a place to live in. The rents are high, the food is bad, the dust is disgusting, and the morals are deplorable. Go West, young man, go West and grow up with the country.” —Horace Greeley, New-York Daily Tribune, July 13, 1865 Myriad master-planned communities. Thriving new businesses. National companies in manufacturing and healthcare. Transportation … [More]
WEBINAR – Sep 15: Regional Report: A Greater Phoenix Economic Council
Join us for the next installment of Regional Report: A Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) Virtual Series, where we explore industries in Greater Phoenix impacted by the current COVID-19 pandemic. Panelists will discuss the future of office and workspaces in a post-pandemic world, including the implementation of new technologies, effects on commercial real estate and … [More]
Registration is Now Live for EngageSpace Virtual Event
AFWERX, the U.S. Air Force’s innovation catalyst, announces registration is now live for EngageSpace virtual event. Join AFWERX, the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Space Force and the Space Frontier Foundation for this two-day virtual event September 29-30, 2020. The online event is free and open to the public and all those interested in the industry, individual innovators, business, … [More]
Best of the West Finalists Announced, Positively Impacting West Valley
Honoring the West Valley’s best, WESTMARC has selected the finalists for its Annual Best of the West Awards Dinner. There are four categories that will be recognized: Economic Engine, Excellence in Innovation, Quality of Life Enhancement in the Community and Quality of Life Enhancement in Education. We’re excited to announce our finalists in each award category! … [More]
Picture Show Entertainment to Re-Open Paradise Valley Mall Theatre This Weekend!
Picture Show Entertainment announces the official re-opening of its Paradise Valley Mall theatre on Friday, September 11. Operating under state and local reopening guidance, Picture Show will open its doors to the public at 50% capacity. This decision comes after months of training and implementing new procedures to keep both Picture Show employees and guests safe and … [More]
WEBINAR – Sep 15 and 17: 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 80: TUESDAY - September 15 | 9:00 AM Navigating COVID-19: Small Businesses Takeaways The Small Business Development Center at Eastern Arizona College will share the … [More]
Axon Successful in Bid to Secure Land for New Headquarters
Axon Enterprise, Inc., was the successful bidder during a public auction of State Trust land at the southeast corner of Hayden Road and Loop 101 in Scottsdale. The 73.57-acre parcel’s final bid price was $49.1million. Axon has been headquartered in Scottsdale since 1993. The new land acquisition sets the stage for them to build a new, state-of-the-art facility where the … [More]
