The Small Business Optimism Index increased 6.2 points in June to 100.6 with eight of the 10 components improving and two declining. Owners anticipate improving sales as the economy continues to re-open with sales expectations rebounding to a net 13% after April’s lowest reading in survey history (a net negative 42%). Small business owners continue to be optimistic about future … [More]
Legal Aspects of Employee Burnout, Mental Health Problems
As stress levels rise, many employees are experiencing depression, anxiety and burnout, which can have significant consequences. Workplace burnout has risen to a level that the World Health Organization (WHO) has formally recognized it as an “occupational phenomenon.” Burnout can be an early sign that employees are experiencing mental health impacts. When employees are … [More]
Commercial Investment Institute Merges Arizona Chapters amid COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic takes its toll on business and industry in Arizona, in the spirit of being stronger together, the state’s two CCIM chapters have united in support of the commercial real estate industry. Collaboration between the two chapters – Central Arizona CCIM and Southern Arizona CCIM – has included: Regional activities as well as economic updates from … [More]
Valley Medical Center Initiates First Patient Trial Therapy for Treatment of COVID-19
Bellerophon Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biotherapeutics company focused on developing treatments for cardiopulmonary and infectious diseases, today announced that the first patient has initiated treatment in the Company’s Phase 3 clinical study of INOpulse® inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) therapy for the treatment of COVID-19 (COViNOX) at Banner University Medical Center, … [More]
PPP Loans Largely Effective for Small Businesses, Many Still Need More Financial Assistance
The NFIB Research Center released a survey updating the state of small business and financial assistance programs including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program (EIDL). “Small businesses have been using the PPP loan program to help keep their doors open and keep staff on payroll,” said Holly Wade, NFIB Director of Research & … [More]
WEBINAR – July 15: Your EIDL and PPP Loan Questions Answered
Presented by: Elizabeth Milito, Senior Executive Counsel, Legal Foundation, NFIB, Holly Wade Director, NFIB Research Center, Kathy Cook and Melissa Loder, SBA Representatives REGISTER HERE Your EIDL and PPP Loan Questions Answered -- SBA's Loan Experts Explain the Rules Join special guests, SBA representatives Kathy Cook and Melissa Loder, both experts in SBA loan … [More]
Grand Canyon Lodge Opens on North Rim
Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim, inside Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, announces it has lodging units available beginning today through the end of the season, Oct. 15. Sitting at an elevation of more than 8,000 feet, the comparatively tranquil North Rim receives just one-tenth of the visitation of the South Rim and is known for its recreational activities including hiking … [More]
A Look Inside Sedona’s Ambiente, North America’s First Landscape Hotel
The first of its kind in North America, Ambiente: A Landscape Hotel is currently slated to open its doors to the public early 2021, and Sedona developer Two Sister Bosses has revealed a first glance into the luxurious design elements, furnishings and amenities that future travelers can look forward to. Uniquely designed to blend in with the surrounding geography, Ambiente is … [More]
Westin Kierland Offers ‘Reserve Now, Stay Later’ Program
If your vacations have been on pause, it’s time to press play again. You’re invited to reserve a stay in Scottsdale and fast forward to amazing new memories. This flexible vacation offer includes: 5 Days + 4 Nights at The Westin Kierland Villas, a AAA Four Diamond rated resort Plus your choice of 15,000 Marriott BonvoyTM Points OR a $75 Resort Certificate LEARN MORE … [More]
