“Mangia” is Italian for “eat.” Here is a list of some of the Valley’s best Italian restaurants for lunch, where it is not all about pasta and heavy meals. Brio Tuscan Grille — Scottsdale and Gilbert Hard to go wrong here. Brio is a traditional modern Italian hot spot in the heart of urban Scottsdale, at Scottsdale Quarter, and in Gilbert, at SanTan Village. The lunch menu … [More]
2017 Ford Raptor Is Tough
The all-new Ford Raptor is a thing to behold. The bold and rugged look has always been an attention getter, but this rendition is truly rough around the edges. With its twin-turbo, intercooled DOHC 24-valve, high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost® with direct fuel injection, this beast will deliver more power than the previous 6.2-liter V8 at a whopping 450 horsepower and 510 lb.-ft. … [More]
Dare-It-Yourself Tax Prep
Through technology, there are some great programs that small-business owners can purchase to do-it-yourself if you dare. Here are our pics for the top trusted software programs. H&R Block Premium & Business Aimed at small businesses, there is support for major forms and schedules, including unlimited business state programs and guidance for preparation and filing … [More]
Feedback: February 2017
Regarding your company’s marketing strategies, what is a dramatic tactic you tried in these past two years, and what outcome did you derive from it? Robert L. “Bob” Meyer President and CEO Phoenix Children’s Hospital Sector: Healthcare What some may define as a “dramatic” marketing tactic has quickly become common sense for Phoenix Children’s: We are creating instant … [More]
Gallagher & Kennedy Announces Its Newest Shareholders
The law firm of Gallagher & Kennedy is pleased to announce its 2017 shareholder class. Representing three of the firm’s largest practices, Alana Hake, Christopher Thompson and Matthew Mason were promoted as of January 1. Matt joined the firm in 2015 and is an experienced transactional attorney focusing on nonprofit, real estate, and corporate representation. In advising … [More]
Tech and Ecommerce Veteran Tapped to Be Next Yandy.com CEO
Yandy, a leading online retailer of sexy women's specialty apparel, has announced the hiring of technology, media and ecommerce veteran Thom Brodeur as its new CEO. The company, co-owned by Founder Chad Horstman and LA-based private equity firm SPK Capital, announced the hire following completion of a nationwide search led by executive recruiter Safire Partners. "As with … [More]
Delta Dental Plans Association, DeltaUSA Elect New National Board Officers
The Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA) Board of Directors has appointed three new officers: President and CEO of Delta Dental of Washington, Jim Dwyer, was elected chair, and Rodney A. Young, president and CEO of Delta Dental of Minnesota, was elected vice chair. Elected as secretary/treasurer was Allan Allford, president and CEO of Delta Dental of Arizona. "Our Board … [More]
Robson Communities Named Best 55+ Builder of the Year by NAHB
Robson Resort Communities has been named the 2017 National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Best 55+ Builder of the Year during the 2017 NAHB International Builders’ Show in Orlando, Fla. In addition to receiving the Best 55+ Builder of the Year Award, several of the Robson Resort Communities earned Gold Best of 55+ Housing Awards in the following categories: … [More]
Desert Schools Donates Largest Gift Ever to Phoenix Children’s Hospital’s 1 Darn Cool School Program
Earlier this week, Desert Schools Federal Credit Union provided the largest donation ever to Phoenix Children’s Hospital’s formal school program, 1 Darn Cool School. Totaling just over $565,000, the donation and check presentation is an annual event for Desert Schools and PCH. On hand to participate in the event were Desert Schools CEO Susan Frank, President Jeff Meshey, and … [More]
Preparing to Sell Your Business
There are many considerations you must consider when you are getting ready to sell your business. Most owners are quick to jump to how much money they will receive or when the deal will close. But before you spend a lot of time and energy on the sale of your business, you should take a few steps to prepare your business for sale: at worst, it will make the sale process go more … [More]
Q4 Market & Economic Update: A Solid Year for Growth
Growth in Arizona slid in the second half of 2016, and is expected to remain at a somewhat slower pace into early 2017. Despite that, the past year has shown a solid expansion in population, jobs, and income, which is expected to continue through 2017. Phoenix was the fastest growing region in the state; through the third quarter of 2016, Phoenix ranked 2nd nationally for … [More]
The Ak-Chin Indian Community Separately Elects Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Councilmembers
The Ak-Chin Indian Community has elected Robert Miguel as chairman, Gabriel Lopez as vice-chairman, and Delia Carlyle, Ann Antone and Alvin Antone as councilmembers. Miguel and Lopez will serve four-year terms, and the three councilmembers will serve two-year terms. This year’s election was particularly historic because it was the first time Community members were able to vote … [More]
Top Thinkers: Our Guest Editors Speak Out
With New Year’s resolutions in place, it’s always tempting to contemplate how the coming year will play out. In Business Magazine has no crystal ball to make predictions, but we dare to offer some perspective into 2017 as we turn to our past Guest Editors — recognized leaders in our community — to share their insight into their industry and our economy. Power for … [More]
Governor Doug Ducey, the State of Arizona
The start of a new year is traditionally the time we step back — if only for a moment — from our daily routines to take stock of where we are heading and what opportunities the new year may hold in store. Arizonans have a lot to look forward to in 2017 — and the credit goes to our business owners, entrepreneurs and their hard-working employees making it clear that our state … [More]
Quantifying Love in Business
In this age of analytics, big data, business intelligence and data science, it is commonly understood that one must measure something if one wishes to manage it. Simple enough. But when it comes to something that is explicitly qualitative — a healthy, loving business culture — how might a leader go about quantifying the impact of such a workplace? Can love really be … [More]
Motivating the Ethical Choice
When we give public presentations on Corruption, Ethics or Leadership, we often begin with some version of a moral hypothetical. The exercise turns out exactly the same no matter the group. A father takes his only child into the state school board building where she will be tested to determine if she qualifies for a very special gifted student program. Admittance is … [More]
A Business’s Accountability in Human Rights Violations
Corporate human rights abuse is a topic getting more and more visibility, and most companies today are aware of violations across the world and are keen to not promote such abuses. But how much of a duty does a company have to actively monitor whether its activities lead to human rights abuses? Do companies face legal or reputational risks if they don’t take steps to actively … [More]
Transforming the Nonprofit
When Darlene Newsom, CEO of Phoenix-based UMOM, the largest shelter for homeless families in Arizona, tackled a $25 million campaign in 2006, she — along with her board — aimed to reach more families and expand services through the creation of a new facility. What she didn’t expect were the myriad additional benefits a successful campaign could generate. “Not only were we … [More]
