The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, issued new and revised guidance for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). This guidance implements the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (PPPFA), signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020, and expands eligibility for businesses with owners who have past felony … [More]
Phoenix Named Bicycle Friendly Community by League of American Bicyclists
The League of American Bicyclists announced that Phoenix once again earned the Bronze-level award as a Bicycle Friendly Community for its commitment to making the city a better, safer place to bicycle. Phoenix is the fifth largest U.S. city and joins 482 communities across the country in the pursuit of safer streets and better bicycling for everyone. The award recognizes … [More]
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Unveils New Site-Specific Artwork
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) announces a new artwork on view outside its building with a goal of bringing the community together: an installation of text art created to cultivate a sense of togetherness. As part of a new series of work — “Untitled Gestures” — Tempe-based artist Kristin Bauer recently installed a text work on the main entry of SMoCA and along … [More]
Spa Days are Back as Popular Scottsdale Luxury Resort Reopens
If you're in need of a luxurious spa day, look no further than your favorite Scottsdale resort for plenty of pampering and fun in the sun. Andaz Scottsdale Resort and Bungalows announced today that has opened its award-winning Palo Verde Apothecary & Spa to locals and guests following its COVID-19 closure. "Now more than ever, taking the time to managing stress is … [More]
Five Tips for a Rewarding Return to the Gym
As Arizona businesses re-open, The CORE Institute, Arizona’s most respected orthopedic practice, wants everyone to have a safe and productive return to the gym, and that means being aware of the body and its limitations after being less active over the few months. Physical activity plays an important role in the overall well-being of the body and mind. However, now that gyms … [More]
Summer Nights Aboard Verde Canyon Railroad
Verde Canyon Railroad is back on track and reopening July 1st. Arizona’s state flag was inspired by the sun’s red and golden rays dancing across the horizon in symphony with the desert air, bathing everything in a deep sunset glow. Verde Canyon Railroad’s popular Starlight adventure, one summer Saturday each month, brings passengers into a red rock wilderness at this bewitching … [More]
Arizona Hospital Leaders Speak Out as Ducey Announces Remain-Open Plans
Governor Doug Ducey announced, yesterday, that Arizona would remain open saying that Arizona is not seeing an increase in patient volume. "We put the stay-at-home order in place so that we can prepare for what we’re going through right now,” Ducey stated in Thursday's press conference. Earlier Thursday, Arizona hospital leaders issued the following statement regarding the … [More]
WEBINAR – Jun 15 to 19: 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 32: MONDAY - June 15 | 9:00 AM Updates on Payment Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Join us for a session focused on outlining the modifications made to Paycheck Protection … [More]
Mesa-based Health Clinic is Making Concierge-style Medicine Available to the Masses
Rising unemployment is driving anxiety about healthcare coverage for many Valley residents. Alden Witte, 49, is an East Valley father of two school aged children. His work as an independent contractor allowed him the flexibility needed to accommodate the kids’ busy schedules, but under the new economic conditions driven by the COVID-19 uncertainties, his self-employed status … [More]
Valley Moving Co. Offering Free Services to Anyone Fleeing Domestic Violence
Rapidly accumulating data is showing a disturbing trend during COVID-19 quarantine life—an uptick in domestic violence incidents. With families sheltering in place, it’s become increasingly difficult for domestic violence victims to escape from their situations and seek help. As such, College HUNKS Moving Company (HUNKS) is offering free moving services to anyone fleeing … [More]
WEBINAR – June 18: Help Businesses Prepare for Monsoon
SRP Offers Free Online Class to Help Businesses Prepare for Monsoon Arizona's monsoon can bring high winds, walls of dust, torrential rain, flooding and lightning, which can suddenly affect Salt River Project's electric system and its customers. An unexpected power outage can be especially costly and disruptive to businesses. To help prepare for storm season, SRP is hosting … [More]
Which Management Skill Is Your Strength?
A company must have management in place to ensure that things get done properly. If you are in a managerial position, you are responsible for the successes and failures of your team. As a manager, you may not be doing the work yourself, but you are in charge of making sure it gets done properly. This requires a lot of different skills. If you want to be the best possible … [More]
