Startup Launches to Administer On-Site COVID-19 Testing for Arizona Businesses

COVID Testing To You

With COVID-19 cases spiking just as businesses are beginning to recover from shutdowns, many Arizona employers are facing very real risks in reopening. One local startup, however, may be able to help. With on-site COVID-19 testing available to local businesses with at least 10 tested employees, COVID Testing To You is an affordable and scalable way for employers to manage … [More]

Nonprofit Creates Fund to Study Mental Health Impact of Pandemic

Institute for Mental Health Research

The Institute for Mental Health Research (IMHR), an Arizona based nonprofit, announced the creation of the ‘COVID-19 Mental Health Research Impact Fund’ to provide funding for innovative Arizona researchers as they study the worsening mental health crisis brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. “It’s critical that we understand the ways that COVID-19 is affecting the mental … [More]

$600,000 for Arizona Small Business to Help Support and Navigate Assistance

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Governor Doug Ducey announced $600,000 to fund the launch of Arizona Small Business Association’s (ASBA) Live Local program, providing training for small businesses that will help them navigate the assistance and resources available during #COVID19, expanding mentoring and internship programs, and more. “We want small businesses to have the support and guidance they need … [More]

Next Generation Leaders Named to Chamber Young Professionals Board

Greater Phoenix Chamber

The Greater Phoenix Chamber (the Chamber) has appointed five new members to its Valley Young Professionals (VYP) Board of Directors. VYP, a program of the Greater Phoenix Chamber, is for Valley-area professionals ages 25-39 aimed at creating the next generation of Phoenix leaders by informing and educating its members on important issues facing the local community. The … [More]

Pilot Programs to Increase Voluntary Resolutions, Expand Mediation Program

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), today announced two six-month pilot programs that will expand opportunities for parties to voluntarily resolve charges through mediation and increase the effectiveness of the conciliation process. “EEOC’s popular mediation program has been tremendously successful over its 20-year history and the ACT Mediation pilot … [More]

Online Sports Equipment Transactions Spike by more than 80% during Pandemic

Safebettingsites.com

Data gathered by Safebettingsites.com indicates that sports equipment e-commerce transaction volume had a change of 83.4% in the last week compared to the first week of January this year. The spike can be attributed to the coronavirus pandemic. eCommerce for essential goods industry grows during a pandemic According to the data, supermarkets had the second-highest change … [More]

What Small Businesses Need to Know about the New USMCA Trade Agreement

by Edgar R. Olivo

As the pandemic reveals the vulnerabilities in the global economy, a new opportunity emerges for small-business owners in the United States who plan to grow their business across the Canadian and Mexican borders with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, or USMCA, which went into effect on July 1, 2020. But, many small businesses in the United States are still unaware of … [More]

With Most Businesses Operating at a Reduced Capacity, Normalcy is a Ways Off, Survey Finds

JPMorgan Chase Institute

Amidst an unprecedented global pandemic and disruptions to the economy, more than 1 in 2 business leaders (53%) expect their companies to return to normal in the next 12 months, according to JPMorgan Chase’s Business Leaders Outlook Pulse Survey released today. The majority of business leaders remain hopeful in the face of adversity: while most (83%) are running at a reduced … [More]

Social Activism is the Latest Must-Have for Brands

by Mike Hunter

Facebook ad boycotts, alignment with #BlackLivesMatter, ditching names like Aunt Jemima: social activism is the latest must-have for brands. But should you jump on the bandwagon? And how do you make the shift without getting labeled as inauthentic, especially if your brand has never talked about these issues before? Andrea Fryrear, author of Mastering Marketing Agility: … [More]

39% of Employees Feel Less Productive During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Clutch

After sweeping changes to the business world as a result of COVID-19, many employees feel less productive than they did before the pandemic, according to new data from Clutch, the leading B2B ratings and reviews firm. About 4 in 10 employees (39%) say they feel less productive during the COVID-19 pandemic. Connectivity and support are important to maintaining … [More]

What to Do if You’ve Depleted Your Emergency Savings

Take Charge America, Inc.

The devastating economic effects of COVID-19 have forced millions to live off emergency savings. But as the pandemic continues to roil the financial lives of Americans, many have reached their limits and are wondering where to turn to next. Michael Sullivan, a personal financial consultant with Take Charge America, a national nonprofit credit counseling and debt … [More]

Local Entrepreneur Debuts Arizona AKT Studio in Gilbert on July 13

AKT

AKT, a new dance-cardio fitness concept featuring carefully curated playlists, high-energy music, disco ball bumping and a supportive community, will open in Gilbert on July 13. The new AKT studio, located at 2484 S Santan Village Parkway, will allow Gilbert residents to experience a full body workout that combines cardio dance intervals with strength and toning. AKT has … [More]

Boutique Pilates Studios Offering Re-Opening Specials, On Demand Classes

Club Pilates

Club Pilates, the nation’s largest premium Pilates franchise, has temporarily closed three of its Valley studios following the Governor’s recent executive order to fight the spread of COVID-19 in Arizona. Local franchise locations include Scottsdale Shea, Gainey Ranch and Arcadia. “Since reopening on Friday, May 15, we have taken every possible measure to not only meet, but … [More]

Prepare for a Cooldown: Report Says Home Prices Were Up in May, Could Slump over the Summer

CoreLogic HPI Forecasts

CoreLogic®, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released the CoreLogic Home Price Index (HPI™) and HPI Forecast™ for May 2020. Nationally, home prices increased by 4.8%, compared with May 2019. Home prices increased 0.7% in May 2020 compared with April of this year. Strong home purchase demand in the first quarter of … [More]

Phoenix Zoo Closes, Citing ‘Health and Safety of Our Community’ as Top Priority

Phoenix Zoo

The Phoenix Zoo has been closely monitoring the COVID-19 crisis in Arizona. Given the continued rapid increase in COVID-19 cases, and after much deliberation and careful consideration for the well-being of our staff, guests, animals and the community, we have made the difficult decision to close our doors once again to foot traffic effective immediately. While the safety … [More]

Virtual Event – July 10: Positively Powerful Success with Dr. Joel Martin

Positively Powerful Success

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WEBINAR – July 9: The Future of (Marijuana) Lab Testing in Arizona

Marijuana Industry Trade Association (MITA-AZ)

Industry experts from the Arizona cannabis industry gather online for a compelling conversation about The Future of Lab testing Cannabis. About this Event Professional lab experts from the Arizona's cannabis industry discuss The Future of Lab testing at the Marijuana Industry Trade Association (MITA-AZ) virtual town hall meeting slated from 4 - 6 p.m., … [More]

Scholarship Management Co. Acquires Social Enterprise to Help Colleges and Universities Enroll, Engage and Retain More Students

CampusLogic

CampusLogic, the category leader in student financial success, today announces that it has acquired RaiseMe, a social enterprise focused on expanding access to higher education, especially among low-income and first-generation students. This acquisition brings together two champions of student financial success, which will drive more integration and innovation in this … [More]

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