Today’s everchanging political, business and social environment requires, more than ever, leadership that brings a holistic approach that can facilitate alignment of individuals and an organization in order to manifest desirable outcomes. It may sound trite, but when our intentions, choices and actions align, both at the individual and group level as well as at the … [More]
Navigating Arizona’s New LLC Act
Twenty-seven years ago, when the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 3301 and the price of a gallon of gasoline was $1.05, the Arizona legislature enacted its first Limited Liability Company Act. The prior law has been retired, updated by a comprehensive new law, signed by Gov. Ducey during the 2018 legislative session, that went into effect the first of this … [More]
Audit All Spend with AI
AppZen, the world’s leading AI platform for modern finance teams, has expanded its platform to include the real-time audit of supplier invoices. By applying its award-winning AI-powered audit capabilities to invoices and contracts, AppZen can ingest and instantly read supplier agreements, such as contracts and MSAs as well as invoices submitted to accounts payable and other … [More]
On-Demand Staffing for Hospitality
Instawork, the leading on-demand staffing app for gig workers and hospitality businesses, recently launched in the Greater Phoenix area — and, in fact, is making Scottsdale its second headquarters. The app helps professionals in the industry find extra income opportunity and helps businesses staff their establishments and events, for instance helping a catering company that … [More]
Success and Something Greater: Your Magic Key
In Think and Grow Rich – Success and Something Greater, authors Sharon Lechter (an In Business Magazine Lifetime Achievement Honoree in 2018) and Greg Reid once again join forces with the Napoleon Hill Foundation, including never-before-published original content from Napoleon Hill. In today’s world of instant news and social media, businesses, leaders and influencers must find … [More]
10 Warning Signs of a Dysfunctional Corporate Culture
The growing spotlight on dysfunctional corporate culture and its potentially devastating impact on organizations has given new urgency around the issue in boardrooms today. Research shows that 30 percent of M&A deals fail to achieve financial targets due to culture-related matters, and some studies suggest that even workplace incivility can have an average cost of … [More]
Trish Gulbranson: From Novice to No. 1 in Skin Care
As a way to help women and men feel as young and vibrant on the outside as they do on the inside, Trish Gulbranson founded Derma Health Skin & Laser. In just 15 years, Tempeheadquartered Derma Health has become the No. 1 provider of facial fillers and Botox in the Southwest and is ranked as a top 1-percent med-spa in the nation. More than 50,000 patients have received … [More]
The All-New 2020 Corvette Stingray
This historic brand is changing (yet again). The first mid-engine Corvette is more than just a next generation; it is a new level of design, performance, concept and more. The mid-engine configuration means the engine is placed to the inside of the back axel — providing for incredible visibility, responsiveness and an overall better driving feel. It provides rear-weight bias, … [More]
Safety Tips for Ridesharing App Users
Ridesharing apps quickly became an asset for around-town traveling. Here are some safety tips to make them a stronger and safer asset; this is knowledge that can help prevent an unwanted, even dangerous, situation. Double check and then check again. Ride-sharing services provide the driver’s first name, photo, license plate number, picture of the vehicle and their driver’s … [More]
OBON: Sushi and Serenity
Dozens of gilt-colored cat figurines wave a choreographed greeting to patrons at OBON Sushi + Bar + Ramen, which recently added another Scottsdale location in McCormick Ranch. The décor otherwise is the epitome of simplicity, geometric lines from the table arrangement to chairs, along with chromatic neutrality of dark grey tiles and light woods, creating a sense of calm. … [More]
Vintage Atmosphere
Food is only one part of the dining experience. The restaurant’s atmosphere enhances the menu. Here are three In Business Magazine favorites. BOBBY-Q Nationally recognized by barbecue aficionados, Bobby-Q offers a vintage countrified setting featuring reclaimed woodwork and antique gas lamp. The ribs are the star attraction here, slow cooked over almond and mesquite wood … [More]
SkySong Momentum Builds to Phase 6
Office leasing momentum remains strong at SkySong, a 42- acre mixed-use development. SkySong 5 recently opened, as well as the new Element Hotel at SkySong, and preleasing has begun for SkySong 6, which is expected to start construction in the spring. Project architects Butler Design Group created cutting-edge design concepts and renderings for the new building, which will have … [More]
Downtown Phoenix Multifamily High- Rise with Retail
Phoenix’s nation-leading job growth and related rapidly growing demand for residential and commercial real estate space attracted the attention of Rastegar Property Company, a vertically integrated real estate investment firm focused on value-add and development in all asset classes across the United States. The Austin, Texas-based company acquired a high-rise lot in downtown … [More]
Commercial-Scale Solar Lending for SMBs
Direct Solar recently launched a commercial solar lending solution, filling what the company sees as a massive market void. The solution will serve customers that own and/or manage commercial properties. Direct Solar, a subsidiary of SinglePoint Inc., is one of the first companies to offer this type of lending solution. “This is a massive opportunity to fill a huge gap in … [More]
Great Wolf Lodge to Open Early
Great Wolf Lodge Arizona, at the eastern edge of Scottsdale, will be opening earlier than originally anticipated, with September 18, 2019, now slated as its opening day. Focus will be on the 350-room resort’s waterpark, with attractions that include a first-of-its-kind four-person, high-thrill raft ride called Diamondback Drop. Beyond the water park, Great Wolf Lodge Arizona … [More]
The Luxe Phase II Launched in Desert Ridge
In The Luxe, a $145 million luxury condominium community located within the Desert Ridge neighborhood, family-owned The Statesman Group offers residents a significant resortstyle amenity designed for seamless indoor and outdoor living plus access to a range of on-site services. The second phase — 35 condos priced from the high $600,000s — recently came on line offering … [More]
Thought-Leadership Podcast
“The Pitch Factor” is a thought-leadership podcast that explores the new rules of success from leaders who have launched movements, built groundbreaking companies, and gotten the world to listen. These days, delivering a successful pitch can be the difference between success and failure. With co-host Kathleen Harris, Cari Sommer brings her 20-plus years’ experience in helping … [More]
Shut Up and Listen!
This book will help aspiring entrepreneurs or people in business recognize what they’re doing right and what they’re doing wrong to operate their business, and help those just getting started to get set up for success. Tilman Fertitta, also known as the Billion Dollar Buyer, started his hospitality empire thirty years ago with just one restaurant. So he knows the challenges … [More]
