Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 1.4 million in August, and the unemployment rate fell to 8.4 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. These improvements in the labor market reflect the continued resumption of economic activity that had been curtailed due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and efforts to contain it. In August, an increase in … [More]
Amidst Increased Need, Chrysalis Shelter Receives Major Disinfectant Donation Aimed at Protecting Residents from COVID-19
Staff at domestic violence shelter and prevention organization Chrysalis this week accepted a donation of 123 gallons worth of hospital-type liquid disinfectant. The donation from Phoenix-based ProKure Solutions, which also included accessories like sprayers, is expected to provide each of Chrysalis’ three facilities with full time use of ProKure V liquid disinfectant for at … [More]
Homebuilder Reimagines its School Salute Program for 2020-2021 School Year
Even though most schools have transitioned to remote learning, Fulton Homes is continuing its annual School Salute program to encourage students to continue developing their love of music. Held in partnership with 94.5 KOOL FM, the program this year will encourage students to make a solo music contribution for the chance to win individual prizes that will help foster their … [More]
Walton Announces Expansion of Executive Team
Walton, a real estate investment and land asset management company with US$3.39 billion under management and administration, has expanded its executive team as it continues to achieve significant milestones and growth throughout the U.S. and Asia. Paul Megler has been named Executive Vice President, Capital Markets & Strategic Partnerships for the Walton Group of … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Sep 13 to 19: 2020 National Minority Enterprise Development Week
The U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency is the only federal agency solely dedicated to fostering the growth and global competitiveness of U.S. minority business enterprises. MBDA programs are focused on economic empowerment and leading minority business enterprises through business transformation. For more than 50 years, MBDA has helped … [More]
Newly Launched California Real Estate Investment Firm Targets Phoenix
RanchHarbor, a real estate investment firm based in Newport Beach, Calif., today announced its official company launch. RanchHarbor is targeting Phoenix and other select growth markets in the western U.S. to provide joint venture equity and general partner co-invest equity for commercial and multifamily real estate investments ranging from $2 million to $15 million – a segment … [More]
Home Maintenance Services Group Acquires Chandler Water Treatment Co.
Wrench Group LLC (“Wrench”), a national leader in home repair, replacement and maintenance services specializing in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, water and electrical services, announced today the acquisition of All About Water, based in Chandler, Ariz. This is the rapidly growing firm’s fifth acquisition in 2020. All About Water has been … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Sep 10: CNBC’s Inclusion In Action Forum
Live Virtual Forum in Partnership with The Executive Leadership Council to Gather Business Leaders Seeking Sustainable Solutions to Create Equality and Opportunity CNBC, First in Business Worldwide, today announced Inclusion in Action, a new live virtual forum in partnership with The Executive Leadership Council, the leading membership organization for Black CEOs, c-suite … [More]
