A deals market that started 2017 with energy — anticipating action by a seemingly business-friendly government — has calmed somewhat at the midway point. But with deals volume up over 2016, PwC’s Deals Mid-Year Review and Outlook finds the outlook for the rest of the year remains largely positive. Wading through the Uncertainty in Washington With a new presidential … [More]
Monsoon Season Digital Safety
Monsoon season, officially recognized as extending beyond traditional summer months to the end of September, may not threaten the physical devastation of such natural disasters as an earthquake or hurricane, but a monsoon does have the potential to cause a power outage. Today’s businesses, which rely heavily on their computers and electronic devices to remain operational, can … [More]
Make Money from the Beach
For service-provider entrepreneurs, fifty-three percent of appointments are made outside of traditional business hours. Armed with this insight, business owners have two choices: Work around the clock to meet clients’ needs or get smart about it. There are solutions that allow a business owner to grow his business and still have a life. Leverage the Business’s Social Media … [More]
Risky Role Models – Sexual Harassment Is No Joke
The massive media coverage of President Trump’s Twitter attack on “Morning Joe” host Mika Brzezinski brought to the fore an important point for business to keep in mind: Companies and employees should be aware that just joking at work about President Trump’s tweets could get their company sued for sexual harassment. Typically, a person can quote the President of the United … [More]
Lyft Drawn by Phoenix Tech Environment
Identifying Phoenix as one of its fastest-growing markets, Lyft solidified its presence here with the opening of its Southwest Region headquarters in June. “We’ve seen accelerated growth,” says Southwest Region general manager Drena Kusari, reporting that both rides and drivers have more than tripled over the past year. “We believe it will continue, so we see Phoenix as a great … [More]
The Strategic Analysis Cycle Hand Book
This is an authoritative and practical guide to collecting, analyzing and managing data, to enable managers and companies to develop successful business strategies. Data has become a dominant factor in today’s business environment. This book, written by a leading practitioner, explains the underpinning nature of data for a company’s business strategy. The book begins with data … [More]
2017 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 AWD Coupe
Finally, a coupe that performs, impresses and is priced to make sense for the connoisseur and for the novice. The Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400 AWD Coupe is fast and ready to perform with its 400 horsepower, 24-valve, 3.0-liter, twin-turbo V6 engine, generating 350 pound-feet of torque. This specialized machine is equipped to handle multiple driving modes with the switch of a … [More]
Rest Ahead
Decision-making is high pressure, making rest and renewal of critical value for leaders in business and community. The right pillow can make all the difference. TEMPUR-Contour Side-to-Side Pillow The TEMPUR-Contour Side-to-Side Pillow cradles shoulder and neck to provide superior alignment and support. $129 Relax the Back Multiple locations I Love My … [More]
Dust Cutter: Cutting-Edge ‘Not Just Bar’ Food
Breaking the ice over a few shared dishes makes a great start to a productive power lunch. Dust Cutter offers an array of interesting palate pleasers from the creative mind of Executive Chef Joshua Murray, a Phoenix transplant whose immersion in the Valley of the Sun’s edible bounty and culinary influences yields Avocado Fries, firm wedges coated with Sonoran spices and served … [More]
A Straw Meal
It’s quick; it’s easy; it can be nutritious; and it goes down smooth … ie. This is a perfect lunch for these 115-degree days. Jamba Juice Real fruit, real juice and other fresh ingredients come together for a variety of fresh flavors, with a few solid foods that include oatmeal and flatbreads on the menu as well. Multiple locations Valley-wide Nékter In its … [More]
Feedback: August 2017
Question: What training programs do you have in place for your employees – whether new hires who may be lacking in certain skills or employees moving to new positions within the company? Grant W. Johnson North America Delivery Team Manager – Phoenix Contact Center Direct Energy Sector: Utilities The Direct Energy Learning and Development Team ensures both new hires and … [More]
Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Receives $1.6 Million Matching Gift From The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation
The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has issued a $1.6 million matching challenge to the Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) to help complete its $18 million Campaign for Girls in Arizona. The Foundation will match all donations received between now and December 31, 2017, dollar-for-dollar, up to $1.6 million. “Renee and I have seen firsthand how the Girl … [More]
Ballard Spahr Rises Ranks in Annual American Lawyer Pro Bono Survey
Ballard Spahr ranked in the top 20 percent of Am Law 200 firms in 2016 for U.S. pro bono commitment, according to The American Lawyer's latest Pro Bono Survey. The survey collects information from the country's largest law firms to gauge their commitment to pro bono service. It ranks firms based on the average number of pro bono hours worked per lawyer and on the percentage … [More]
Polsinelli Named Among the Top 10 Law Firms for Best Client Relationships
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has been recognized among 24 elite law firms nationwide for superior client relationships, ranking No. 10 on BTI Consulting Group’s 2017 Industry Power Rankings. This recognition places Polsinelli among only 24 firms that clients consider both as their leading provider and as the first firm they recommend to peers. As part of the ranking on BTI’s … [More]
J.D. Power Study: SRP Ranks Highest in West Large Region
Salt River Project continues to receive high marks in satisfaction from its residential electric customers, according to a study issued today by J.D. Power. SRP ranks highest for residential electric service in the western United States among Large electric utilities for the 16th consecutive year with a Customer Satisfaction Index score of 775 on a 1,000-point scale in this … [More]
Toll Brothers Wins PCBC Gold Nugget Award for Home of the Year
The prestigious Gold Nugget Awards, centerpiece of PCBC, the largest home building show in the Western United States, recognizes exceptional concepts in architectural design, planning and development. At the June 29 awards ceremony, Toll Brothers received the highest honor of all – Home of the Year for the Sullivan Design at Toll Brothers at Adero Canyon in Fountain Hills, … [More]
David Krietor, Downtown Phoenix Inc.
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lKRrIslT5U[/embedyt] Scaling for growth is a goal not only of individual companies but also of economic development and community-based organizations. Some of the companies that are industry and headline-grabbing giants today started at a kitchen table or in the family garage, and Arizona has several native success stories … [More]
Real-Life Scenarios – Real-World Advice to CEOs
Third-generation entrepreneur Jim Butler knows great buildings — and great companies — are nothing without solid support. His company, Tucson-based HJ3 Composite Technologies, manufactures, engineers and installs carbon fiber systems to repair the world’s corroding infrastructure. Since connecting with the Arizona Commerce Authority six years ago, HJ3 has scaled to 30 … [More]
