Rick McCartney, Author at Greater Phoenix In Business Magazine

Relief Fund Created to Provide Immediate Funding for Restaurant Workers in Need

Rick McCartney

Since its inception, the Arizona Restaurant Association (ARA) has been dedicated to the support and advocacy of the Arizona food and beverage industry. In recent weeks, this has been exemplified in great strides with the immediate implementation of the Arizona Takeout Weeks promotion to help drive continued support and marketing efforts for restaurants who closed their dining … [More]

In Business | Covid-19 Biz News |

Gig Platform Repurposing Restaurant Chain Staff for Delivery Options

ShiftPay

ShiftPixy, a gig engagement platform provider, today announced the company’s initiative to catalyze digital infrastructure reinforcement and human capital management repurposing for multi-unit restaurant operators during the COVID-19 pandemic by leveraging the new Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) small business loans. As some of the hardest hit businesses by the global … [More]

In Business | Medical Care |

Here’s a List of Pharmacies Offering Free Prescription Delivery

RetailMeNot

RetailMeNot has curated a list of nationwide pharmacies that are offering free prescription delivery across the country, below! Amazon Pharmacy Amazon offers free delivery services—you only pay for the medication. You can sign up for PillPack to receive your medications monthly, and have them sorted by date and time. CVS CVS is offering free delivery with the help of … [More]

In Business | Covid-19 Biz News |

7.5 Million Small Businesses in Danger of Closing Permanently, Report Finds

Main Street America

A new report published by Main Street America, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, reveals that approximately 3.5 million businesses are in danger of permanent closure over the next two months, and nearly 7.5 million are in danger of closing over the next five months as a result of the Covid-19 crisis. Further, approximately 35.7 million Americans … [More]

In Business | Stimulus |

New Main Street Lending Program Boosts Business Owners

CBIZ - Phoenix

On Thursday, April 9, 2020, the Federal Reserve announced additional financing solutions up to $2.3 trillion in loans to support organizations, banks as well as state and local governments. One solution in particular, the Main Street Lending Program will ensure that financial credit continues to be a source for small and mid-sized organizations. The Main Street Lending … [More]

Sales & Retail | Feature |

Media Interviews and Promoting Your Brand in a COVID-19 World

by Marsha Friedman

Business leaders and professionals who want to promote their personal and business brands have faced a tough decision in recent weeks: Should they put those publicity efforts on hold during the COVID-19 crisis, or keep pitching their expertise to the media? In most cases, yes, they should keep pitching. There are many opportunities for getting in the media as long as one … [More]

In Business | Medical Care |

UArizona and State Partner to Provide Tests for Health Professionals, First Responders

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey announced a partnership between the state of Arizona and the University of Arizona to provide antibody tests for 250,000 health care professionals and first responders who are on the frontlines in the battle against COVID-19. The University of Arizona will administer the antibody tests to check for antibodies through an individual’s blood sample to … [More]

Healthcare & Wellness | Medical Care |

Medicine for Business and Industry Launches COVID-19 Triage Hotline

Medicine for Business and Industry

As confirmed COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the state, essential workers are growing more concerned about potential exposure to the Coronavirus. Phoenix-based Medicine for Business and Industry (MBI, Inc.) has launched a new COVID-19 Triage Hotline staffed by medical providers able to answer questions about symptoms and exposure. This new hotline provides workers with … [More]

In Business | Offers |

CFO Simplified to Create Crisis Plans Free of Charge to Help Businesses Fight COVID-19

CFO Simplified

CFO Simplified, the industry leader for fractional chief financial officers for businesses with at least $3 million in revenues, is proud to announce that its 90-Day Crisis Management Plan is being offered free of charge to the first 80 companies that sign up. “COVID has rocked the market, both operationally and financially and as a result, leaders are protecting their … [More]

In Business | Covid-19 Biz News |

COVID-19 Phishing Scams Targeting Businesses

BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest

Scammers have taken on new deception techniques to target businesses affected through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Better Business Bureau (BBB) advocates for business owners and their employees to practice vigilance and assess possible privacy and cybersecurity risks. As organizations transition to temporary telecommuting, it is important to know how to spot these … [More]

In Business | Power Lunch | April/May 2020

Founded on Healthy

by RaeAnne Marsh

Pickup is the “eating out” dining of choice these days, but some fast-food concepts were founded on healthful take-out options from the get-go. NOTE: Call for hours during COVID-19 shutdown. d’Lite Healthy On The Go Founded by a Valley couple more than a decade ago to marry healthful ingredients and preparation with convenience. Menu caters to a full range of dietary needs … [More]

In Business | Online |

Montage Partners Announces Investment in United Right-of-Way

Montage Partners

Montage Partners, a people-first private equity firm based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is pleased to announce its investment in URW, LLC, dba United Right-of-Way (“URW”), a provider of comprehensive vegetation and landscape management services to government agencies, solar energy operators, railroads, and industrial companies. The transaction closes at a time of great economic … [More]

In Business | Stimulus |

$10K COVID-19 Relief Grant Now Available for Phoenix Small Businesses

Rick McCartney

There is a new $10,000 grant to help with financial relief for small and very small businesses. Companies located within the city of Phoenix can apply for a Small Business Relief Grant of up to $10,000 from the Phoenix IDA in coordination with the City of Phoenix. “Small business owners are hurting, and we’re offering assistance to businesses to keep employees working and … [More]

In Business | Online |

Tempe Launches ‘Buy Now. Save Local.’ Campaign amid COVID-19 Crisis

by Mike Hunter

“Mom-and-pop businesses are the soul of our community; they give Tempe its character,” says Tempe Mayor Mark Mitchell. Recognizing that local businesses are especially hard-hit by the COVID-19 pandemic that affects all of us, the City of Tempe this week launches its “Buy Now. Save Local.” campaign. “Tempe businesses are so important to our community, so we came up with a … [More]

Technology & Innovation | Technology |

Employees Are Weak Link in Cybersecurity

by Daniel Markuson

Estimates show that 90 percent of corporate data breaches in the cloud happen due to hacker attacks that target employees, according to a report from Kaspersky Lab. With many of them forced to work remotely during the quarantine, companies are now more vulnerable than ever. However, this particular risk is easy to control. There are many digital tools that can help protect … [More]

Legal & Regulations | Healthcare |

Examining the Law on Health Information and COVID-19 for Businesses

by Meghan O’Connor and Simone Colgan Dunlap

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced unprecedented reliance on technology and remote connectivity and created a significant increase in COVID-19 patient information from the public, media, drug manufacturers, first responders and other providers, family members, and patients themselves. This rapid and significant shift in technology usage and increasing interest in and need for … [More]

In Business | Philanthropy |

Southwest Gas Contributes $65,000 to the AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey announced that Southwest Gas has contributed $65,000 to the AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund. The fund, established by Governor Ducey, will provide financial support to organizations working to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19, including funding of personal protective equipment (PPE) for frontline medical personnel; supporting non-profit organizations that help … [More]

Legal & Regulations | Legal | Apr 13 2020

Force Majeure May Be Answer to Contract Performance

by Marc Lamber and Louis Lopez

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has and will be devastating to many Greater Phoenix businesses. Leases, product purchases, vendor contracts for service and employment agreements are just some of the potential casualties of a company’s inability to perform under a contract due to the pandemic. This new reality may cause businesses and individuals to have considerable … [More]