Online Trading Academy Opens New Peoria Location

Online Trading Academy

Online Trading Academy opened its newest location in Peoria, Ariz. Locally owned and operated by Aaron Warby, Ammon Warby, Tate Buntz and Timothy Tormey since 2018, Online Trading Academy will continue to offer education for investors looking to increase their financial market knowledge. “It’s encouraging to watch new and experienced investors gain new knowledge through our … [More]

Goodwill Merger Brings Arizona Expertise to Out-of-State Entity

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona

Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona and Goodwill Industries of Monocacy Valley jointly announced today that the merger was approved by their board of directors and Goodwill Industries International, Inc.  The two organizations will combine operations effective immediately. “We are very excited to leverage our resources and strengthen our collective impact to help more … [More]

Award-Winning SCALE UP Program Announces 2020-2021 Virtual Series

Local First Arizona

SCALE UP (Sustainable Communities Accessing Lending and Expertise Upon Performance) is an award-winning program under the Local First Arizona Sustainability umbrella that offers a comprehensive, hands-on educational series for locally-owned businesses looking to create a sustainable business model centered on tackling existing environmental and societal issues. “Arizona’s … [More]

WEBINAR – July 20: Navigating the New Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act for Nonprofits

Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits

The Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (PPPFA) of 2020 brought major changes to the PPP loan program, and with the changes some additional questions: how can your nonprofit prepare? During this webinar we will share the latest guidance on the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), and also respond to your frequently asked questions in regard to calculating loan … [More]

New High-Tech Pharmacy Opens in Gilbert

AdhereHealth

AdhereHealth, a healthcare technology leader in medication adherence insights and health outcomes, is further expanding its nationwide presence with the opening of a new pharmacy in Gilbert, Arizona –  a rapidly growing town in the Metro Phoenix area. “AdhereHealth is another addition to our state’s health care industry, serving the needs of Arizonans who are choosing … [More]

Survey: Majority of RIAs Unprepared for the M&A Landslide to Come

Advisor Growth Strategies

Much of the Registered Investment Advisor industry is not ready to approach merger and acquisition deals from a position of strength, according to The 2020 RIA Survey released by Advisor Growth Strategies, an RIA industry-leading management consulting and M&A expert. Obtained between March and May 2020, the survey results represent a wide swath of the industry: … [More]

Pandemic and BLM Protests Negatively Impacting Corporate Workplace Culture Health, According to Report

Emtrain

Corporate workplace culture has been impacted by recent world events, including the coronavirus pandemic and the #BlackLivesMatter protests, in several significant ways, according to new data released today by HR compliance training and data analytics company Emtrain. In a comparison of responses collected from more than 100,000 employees at 145 companies prior to March 15th … [More]

WEBINAR – July 22: Retail, Entertainment & Hospitality Development Projects

BEX Events

LEADING MARKET SERIES RETAIL, ENTERTAINMENT & HOSPITALITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS JULY 22 | 7:30-9:30am Phoenix has long built an economy on tourism and hospitality, but now things are changing. Hear directly from developers in the Retail, Hospitality and … [More]

CDFI Fund Announces More Than $3.5 Billion in New Markets Tax Credits

U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) announced $3,548,485,000 in New Markets Tax Credits today that will spur investment and economic growth in low-income urban and rural communities nationwide. A total of 76 Community Development Entities (CDEs) were awarded tax credit allocations, made through the calendar year … [More]

Global Consumer Confidence Suffers Record Drop in Q2

The Conference Board

Deteriorating job prospects and rising anxieties about personal finances drove a record drop in global consumer confidence in the second quarter of 2020, according to The Conference Board® Global Consumer Confidence Survey. Conducted in collaboration with Nielsen, the survey found that overall global consumer confidence fell to 92 in the second quarter from a near-historic … [More]

Italian Restaurant Launches New ‘Take-and-Bake’ Menu Options

Macaroni Grill

Macaroni Grill, the Italian restaurant inspired by Italian country cuisine, recently launched a Take-and-Bake option of its famous Lasagna Bolognese and it has quickly become a go-to solution for guests looking for a home style meal that is ready at a moment’s notice. Due to the popularity and demand of the Lasagna Bolognese, Macaroni Grill has just launched two new … [More]

Should You Jump on the Social Activism Bandwagon? How?

by Andrea Fryrear

Facebook ad boycotts, alignment with #BlackLivesMatter, ditching names like Aunt Jemima: social activism is the latest must-have for brands. But should you jump on the bandwagon? And how do you make the shift without getting labeled as inauthentic, especially if your brand has never talked about these issues before? Now is the time to speak up, but brand activism is a … [More]

Credit Union Doubles New Accounts with ‘OpenAnywhere’ Service

Arizona Federal Credit Union

With the ever growing demand for online options to perform essential daily tasks, locally based financial cooperative Arizona Federal Credit Union made a strategic and innovative move prior to the pandemic to launch the use of JHA OpenAnywhere software, allowing existing and new members to open up accounts online without needing to visit a branch. Arizona Federal is now … [More]

Why Small Business Owners Need to Take Cyberattacks More Seriously During the COVID-19 Crisis

by Edgar R. Olivo

Jorge T. is a 69-year-old small-business owner in Arizona whose online shopping has increased due to the pandemic. He regularly goes online to shop for supplies to sell his DIY recreational vehicles. Recently, he shared with me his experience with a phishing scam that he was able to stop in its tracks early. He shared, “I noticed my bank account was charged for strange amounts … [More]

EN NEGOCIOS: Por qué los propietarios de pequeñas empresas necesitan tomar los ataques cibernéticos más en serio durante la crisis de COVID-19

por Edgar R. Olivo

Jorge T. tiene 69 años y es propietario de una pequeña empresa en Arizona, cuyas compras en línea han aumentado debido a la pandemia. Se conecta regularmente en línea para comprar suministros para vender sus vehículos recreativos de bricolaje. Recientemente, compartió conmigo su experiencia con una estafa de suplantación de identidad (phishing) que pudo detener rápidamente. Él … [More]

Plan Distributes Nearly $6 Million to Prevent Homelessness, Support Those in Need

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey announced a plan to distribute $5,950,572 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program to organizations that support Arizonans in need, combat homelessness, and help ensure families and individuals keep a roof over their heads. The ESG program provides funding to engage homeless individuals and … [More]

Valley’s Most Awarded Chef to Open Fast-Casual Eatery

Genuine Concepts

Opening on Monday, August 3, inside a vibrant, art-filled space in North Scottsdale, Stratta Kitchen serves up fresh, seasonal and chef-crafted fare in a welcoming counter-service atmosphere. Led by the James Beard Award-winning chef, Alex Stratta, in partnership with the Genuine Concepts restaurant group, Stratta Kitchen will be open daily for lunch and dinner, available for … [More]

Will Consumers be in a Better Place by the End of 2020?

by Mike Hunter

The pandemic unleashed a staggering one-two punch on the economy – double-digit unemployment and drastically reduced revenues for many businesses. As states reopen with varying restrictions, what the future holds in the next six to 12 months is anybody’s guess. But while the economic downturn will continue to impact consumers and businesses indefinitely, it could have been … [More]

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