Sixty-five percent of Arizona business owners and executives plan on investing in their business in 2014, with upgrading and/or purchasing new equipment, along with modernizing technology and systems, cited as their primary expenditures, according to an anonymous survey by independent research company Pollara released recently by BMO Harris Bank. That coincides with a … [More]
Get Me Some SOL
Simple, fresh and made with a modern interpretation is how to describe the exciting SOL Cocina. This vibrant Mexican eatery located in the Scottsdale Quarter is an energetic hub celebrating the Baja, Mexico, tradition with food, drink and even music. For lunch, enjoy this cultural hot spot that offers a great menu and terrific, speedy service in an atmosphere that denotes a … [More]
Let’s Meet for Coffee
Doing the quick morning (or afternoon) meeting at a local coffee house has become a standard in doing business. With Wi-Fi, small food offerings and convenience to nearly every business hub in the Valley, these make our list of some top local “business-friendly” coffee spots. Copper Star Coffee Housed in an old gas station, this spot has been rigged to appeal to the small, … [More]
2015 Jaguar F-Type R Is Power
The fastest car ever developed from Jaguar, this 2015 F-Type is a road master with a roar that demonstrates the power of this sports car. The 5.0-liter, 550-horsepower, V-8 supercharged engine is at the core of this machine. With its astonishing torque of 502 lb-ft, it is no wonder that this supercharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve, V-8, aluminum-block-and-heads, … [More]
Update Your Space
We live in our offices, so why not focus on the environment to bring success? Comfort and impressive design will make work space more inviting and can make the workday a pleasure. Plant the Environment Custom silk or live plants will make the working space feel inviting. Innovative “plantscape” design is what Plantender of Arizona offers to brighten up the … [More]
The Etiquette Advantage in Business
Completely revised and updated, this edition is the ultimate guide professionals need to build successful business relationships with confidence. Good manners mean good business.This book offers proven, essential advice, from resolving conflicts with ease and grace to building productive relationships with colleagues at all levels. It also offers up-to-date guidance on … [More]
Shared Leadership
Corporate executives who find themselves sitting on the board of a nonprofit might initially wonder — in a boardroom filled with so much leadership talent — Who’s in charge? What role do I play? What role does the CEO of the nonprofit play? The answers have changed dramatically as nonprofit organizations have been forced to serve more people in need with fewer resources (due … [More]
Feedback: May 2014
Question: How are infill projects contributing to the economic growth and revitalization of our city? Bob Graham Principal Motley Design Group Sector: Architects Since the 1950s, development of our cities has been outward, driven by cheap land in the suburbs. That left our downtowns to decay. We have an opportunity to take advantage of existing infrastructure and trends … [More]
Washington Federal Names Michael Brown Arizona Regional President
Washington Federal has named Michael Brown as Arizona Regional President, announced Roy Whitehead, Washington Federal’s chairman, president and CEO. In his new role, Brown will be responsible for all company operations and activity throughout the state of Arizona. “Mike has over thirty years of experience in the financial services industry and will do a great job leading our … [More]
Robson Resort Communities is Recognized with a 2014 ENERGY STAR® Leadership in Housing Award
Robson Resort Communities, LLC is pleased to announce that it has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency with a 2014 ENERGY STAR Leadership in Housing Award. This award recognizes the important contribution Robson Resort Communities has made to energy-efficient construction and environmental protection bybuilding more than 289 ENERGY STAR-qualified homes in … [More]
Colliers International Hires Financial Expert Experienced with $50 Billion in Transactions
Colliers International in Greater Phoenix has appointed Kirk Kuller a vice president. Into his position Kuller brings 15 years of financial experience which includes the structuring and underwriting of more than $50 billion in transactions. Kuller joins Colliers’ investment property sales team led by Mindy Korth, recently named the NAIOP Investment Broker of the Year for … [More]
Goodwill’s Kim Ryder Appointed State RetailChair of the International Council of Shopping Centers
Kim Ryder, vice president real estate and commercial maintenance for Goodwill of Central Arizona, has been appointed State/Provincial Retail Chair of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), the premier global trade association of the shopping center industry. “I am honored and humbled to be appointed State Retail Chair,” said Ryder. “Arizona is one of the … [More]
BMO Private Bank Appoints Matt Miller as President, Western U.S.
BMO Private Bank announced today that Matt Miller has been promoted to President, Western U.S. In this role, he will be responsible for the strategic development and delivery of wealth management services for high-net-worth individuals, family-owned businesses, endowments and foundations throughout the Western U.S. Miller has nearly 30 years of experience in … [More]
W. P. Carey School Honors Executive of the Year
Jim Davidson has played a key role in some of the biggest deals in the technology industry, including investments in Dell, Skype, Go Daddy, Alibaba, Avago, Seagate and Sabre Holdings, which operates Travelocity. For his impressive work in the investment arena, the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University will honor Davidson – co-founder, managing partner and … [More]
Three Lawyers From Nussbaum Gillis & Dinner, P.C. Named “Super Lawyers,” Fourth Named Rising Star
Nussbaum Gillis & Dinner, P.C., one of north Scottsdale’s largest law firms, is pleased to announce that three of the firm’s lawyers, Randy Nussbaum, Greg Gillis and Dean Dinner were named 2014 Southwest Super Lawyers while a fourth lawyer, John Parzych, was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star. This is Gillis’ first year receiving the award. Dinner, Nussbaum and Parzych are … [More]
EPA Names Maracay Homes Energy Star-Certified Homes Market Leader
Maracay Homes announced today that it has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a 2014 ENERGY STAR-Certified Homes Market Leader. The award recognizes Maracay Homes for its comprehensive LivingSmartR program. In 2013, Maracay Homes built nearly 500 ENERGY STAR certified homes. Collectively, these homes will save homeowners approximately $150,000 on … [More]
Attorneys at Roshka DeWulf & Patten Honored as Super Lawyers
Roshka DeWulf & Patten, a Phoenix-based business law firm representing clients in complex litigation and regulatory issues, is pleased to announce four attorneys have been honored as 2014 Southwest Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers is a rating service of accomplished attorneys from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and … [More]
Sam Fox Honored with 2014 Richard Melman Award from ‘Restaurant Hospitality’
Sam Fox, founder and CEO of Fox Restaurant Concepts, was selected by Restaurant Hospitality magazine as the 2014 recipient of its Richard Melman Innovator of the Year Award. Each year, editors of Restaurant Hospitality select the Richard Melman Innovator of the Year Award recipient after consulting with Melman himself. Other recipients of the award include Jose Andres, Danny … [More]
