As devastated industries wait for Congress to pass another round of COVID-19 recovery legislation, a new surveyof American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) members shows that the hotel industry remains on the brink of collapse because of the pandemic. Results show 68 percent of hotels have less than half of their typical, pre-crisis staff working full time, and without … [More]
Remote Work Set to Nearly Triple in the Post-COVID World
New Providence, NJ (September 22, 2020) – The average percentage of employees who will work remotely at least part of the time is projected to nearly triple from 12% before the COVID-19 pandemic to 30% after the pandemic, according to 835 US employers responding to XpertHR’s Survey on Employer Response to COVID-19. During survey fielding—which was late July to mid-August … [More]
Engineering Firm Acquires Phoenix-Based Environmental Planning Group
With a vision to expand its geographic presence and breadth of environmental services in the Southwestern U.S. and nationally, Terracon has announced the acquisition of Phoenix-based Environmental Planning Group (EPG). Terracon, a leading provider of environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services, acquired EPG to provide additional regional support to … [More]
Republic Services Foundation Supports Neighborhood Revitalization amid Pandemic
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Republic Services is finding innovative ways to support neighborhood revitalization efforts across the country through its charitable foundation's National Neighborhood Promise (NNP) program. In February, the Republic Services Charitable Foundation announced $2 million in grants to a total of 24 projects in communities where the Company's … [More]
Nonprofit Housing Counseling Agency Provides Guidance to Arizona Residents Looking to Purchase or Rent a Home
In response to ongoing economic impacts of COVID-19, Phoenix-based Take Charge America has made its one-on-one housing counseling services free through the end of October. “Whether facing eviction, shopping for a home in a tight market or experiencing anxiety about foreclosure or mortgage default, people are experiencing a wide range of struggles related to … [More]
WEBINAR – Sep 22 & 24: Arizona Small Business Boot Camp & Collective
UPCOMING SESSIONS We're happy to announce Boot Camp sessions have been extended through the end of October! Please join us for the upcoming sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SESSION 82: TUESDAY - September 22 | 9:00 AM Top 10 Legal Mistakes That Can Hurt Your Business … [More]
Electrical Contracting Co. Announces Zero Tolerance for Prejudice Policy in Tempe Office
In response to recent acts of hate in the construction industry, Rosendin Holdings, Inc., the parent company to Rosendin and Modular Power Solutions (MPS), announced a Zero Tolerance for Discrimination policy. This commitment addresses inequity in the construction industry and takes meaningful action to build a more inclusive culture where individuals are free from any form of … [More]
Nikola Board Chair Resigns, Vice Chair Steps in amid Controversy
Nikola Corporation announced Sunday that Trevor Milton approached the Board of Directors and proposed to voluntarily step aside as Executive Chairman and from the Board. The Board accepted his proposal, and Stephen Girsky, former Vice Chairman of General Motors Co. and a member of Nikola’s Board, has been appointed Chairman of the Board, effective … [More]
Arizona Restaurant Week Dine In or Take Out, Sep 18 to 27
Arizona Restaurant Week has proven to be one of the most beloved and well-attended culinary events around the State. While it has been modified to meet new regulations due to COVID-19, Arizona Restaurant Week: Dine In or Take Out returns this fall for 10-days of culinary exploration from Friday, September 18 through Sunday, September 27. “We feel not only gratitude but also … [More]
World’s First Purpose-Built Art, Entertainment Complex, Now Open in Las Vegas
AREA15, the world’s first purpose-built experiential art and entertainment complex, opened to the public on Thursday, Sept. 17, and reservations for opening weekend were fully booked within 24 hours of being released. While AREA15 is free to enter, pre-registration and masks are required at this time to manage capacities and ensure a safe environment for all guests. The … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Sep 22 to 24: SBA National Small Business Week
As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration and cosponsors will host all virtual events September 22-24, 2020. This year’s National Small Business Week activities will include numerous educational panels providing retooling and innovative practices for entrepreneurs as our nation’s small businesses look to pivot and recover, contributing to a … [More]
