The bumpy ride of the past two years — amid the pandemic and social unrest — has revealed a great deal about fundraising for immediate needs, as well as long-term sustainability and strength. Nonprofits learned to move quickly in addressing critical needs as donors stepped up with unrestricted gifts they entrusted to organizations for best use. Valley of the Sun United Way … [More]
Balancing Fundraising for Short-Term Needs and Long-Term Strength
Lessons learned from two challenging years
Camper Vans Can Provide Passive Income
The growing popularity of “van life” makes camper vans an ideal way to generate passive income. Those who own a camper van that often sits unused may be able to rent it out to other outdoor enthusiasts and start making money. Get “rental ready’’: Before renting out their camper van, owners need to ensure the van is in top condition. It’s wise to get the vehicle inspected by … [More]
Convenience Stores for Metal
Metal Supermarkets recently opened its third location in Phoenix. “Phoenix has a large industrial base of potential customers who require a wide variety of metals for their ongoing needs,” says Andrew Arminen, chief operations and development officer of the company. This base includes professionals in various maintenance repair and operations departments of manufacturing … [More]
Looking Good 2023 – October Standouts
Local Healthcare Organizations Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements UnitedHealthcare Awarded Distinguished Accreditation Abrazo Central Campus Nationally Recognized for Stroke Care Plexus Worldwide® a Finalist for the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics Abrazo’s Blackwell Honored evolvedMD an Inc. 5000 ‘Fastest Growing’ Company Delta Dental AZ a Center of Excellence Philanthropy Community Giving from Delta … [More]
Can Your Customer Service Do This?: Create an Anticipatory Customer Experience that Builds Loyalty Forever
Customer service done right is one of today’s most powerful competitive advantages. In Can Your Customer Service Do This, customer service turnaround wizard and renowned customer service training expert Micah Solomon — who has worked transforming the customer experience for brands from Auberge Resorts to Audi of America, from Cleveland Clinic to the NFL Players Association — … [More]
National Building Systems Design Firm Takes Sprouts Farmers Market from 40 to 400 Stores
Henderson Engineers, a national building systems design firm, proudly announces a significant milestone in its 15-year partnership with leading organic grocery store chain Sprouts Farmers Market. Serving as an engineer of record for Sprouts projects across all 50 states, Henderson has helped expand the grocer’s reach from 40 to 400 stores nationwide, with the most recent … [More]
TPC Scottsdale’s New Sports-Betting Dining Concept Unveils Leadership Team
The DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale announced Matthew O’Harris as executive chef of the restaurant and McKenna Beahan as general manager. “The unique skillsets McKenna and Matthew offer will help TPC Scottsdale deliver on its mission to be the ultimate destination for all things golf, dining and sports betting in one memorable place,” said Brad Williams, general … [More]
Long-Time Arizona Resident Opens Franchise Insulation Co. in East Valley
Long-time Arizona resident, Bill Villani has announced the September 2023 opening of Koala Insulation in the East Valley market. The company will offer “white glove service” for the installation of spray foam, blown-in, and blanket (batt) insulation. “As a family owned and operated business, we take great pride in the work that we do here at Koala Insulation East Valley. Not … [More]
Arizona Manufacturer Helps Make History in Saudi Arabia as Lucid Opens Country’s First-Ever Car Manufacturing Facility
Lucid Group, Inc. has officially opened the first-ever car manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia. As Lucid's second Advanced Manufacturing Plant (AMP-2) and first international plant, the facility will produce Lucid's groundbreaking electric vehicles for Saudi Arabia and export to other markets. The initial operation re-assembles Lucid Air vehicle 'kits' that are … [More]
Partnership Agreement to Establish New Aircraft Conversion Site in Marana
Marana Aerospace Solutions (Ascent Aviation Services) and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) have signed a long-term agreement to establish a conversion site and carry out passenger-to-freighter conversions on Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Within the framework of the collaboration agreement, IAI plans to have Ascent convert two lines of Boeing B777-300ER aircraft, starting in 2024 … [More]
Phoenix-Based HVAC Co. Partners to Expand Technology Presence in Asia
Phoenix-based ECM Technologies, a leading innovator in HVAC efficiency and energy conservation solutions, is proud to announce its strategic international partnership with Singapore-based company, AC Wise, to distribute ThermaClear® – a groundbreaking HVAC anti thermal degradation technology – to the Asian market. As the demand for energy efficient and sustainable technology … [More]
Massage Envy Opens New Concept Clinic in Mesa
Massage Envy, a national leader in skin care and the nation's No. 1 provider of massage in the U.S. collectively across its franchise network, today announced the opening of its first new concept clinic designed to transform the way guests and members experience wellness through skin care, massage and recovery services. With the evolution of self-care into a total body … [More]
Target Begins Drive Up with Starbucks in October
Target, nationwide, will soon be able to add Starbucks handcrafted beverages and food and have it delivered along with the rest of their Drive Up order straight to their car through the new free curbside service. Arizona services will be available at selected stores. After a successful pilot, Drive Up with Starbucks is rolling out to Target’s more than 1,700 stores with … [More]
Freepoint Eco-Systems to Construct Advanced Recycling Facility in Arizona
Freepoint Eco-Systems LLC ("Freepoint") announced the development of a commercial-scale advanced plastics recycling facility located in Eloy, Arizona. The ISCC Plus Certified facility will recycle end-of-life waste plastic otherwise destined for landfills or incineration. It will span 40 acres of currently undeveloped land and have the capacity to recycle … [More]
Phoenix-Based Cat Insurance Brand Expanding Portfolio and Capabilities through Acquisition
Independence Pet Group (IPG), a leading full-stack pet insurance platform, announced the completion of its acquisition of Felix, the only pet insurance brand just for cats in the U.S. "I'm thrilled to announce this latest expansion of our portfolio, which allows us to better deliver against our mission of strengthening the unique bond between pets and their … [More]
Arizona Career Development Group Strengthens Advocacy for Education Attainment
The Arizona Coalition for Career Readiness (ACCR) welcomes Education Forward Arizona to its group of industry, education and business leaders that promote career literacy and development for all Arizonans. The addition of Education Forward Arizona to the coalition strengthens the organization’s ability to advocate for the statewide Achieve60AZ initiative of helping 60% of … [More]
Utah-Based Indoor Pickleball Co. to Add Six Locations in Metro Phoenix
The Picklr, the United States' premiere indoor Pickleball facility, headquartered in Kaysville, Utah, announced a major expansion that includes eighty new facilities and thirteen new franchisees, including six locations to be added in Gilbert, Glendale, Mesa, and Phoenix. The new locations will span eleven states, including Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, … [More]
Highly-Anticipated East Valley Restaurant Completed, Opens Doors at Epicenter Gilbert
Willmeng Construction recently wrapped up work on one of the most highly-anticipated restaurants in the East Valley, delivering Buck & Rider’s latest location at Epicenter in Gilbert. The restaurant held a ribbon-cutting event with Gilbert Mayor Bridgette Peterson and several members of the Gilbert Town Council on hand. “We’re excited to be part of the Town of Gilbert. … [More]
