This seems to be the year that car manufacturers are presenting their redesigned and rethought smaller SUV class. It is a big market, undoubtedly due to the options for professionals, heads of households and those living alone who need it all. The MDX has gone through many changes over the years, and in 2014 has seemed to have landed on what is being lauded as a viable … [More]
Executive Makeover
There is no doubt that the office phone, computer and office chair are as critical to one’s success as are the top hires within one’s company. Here are our picks for the top-of-the-line accessories that will mean true success. DW Pro 2 Headset by Sennheiser Aimed at professionals who need flexible yet fail-safe wireless solutions that are comfortable to wear and … [More]
Reinvent Lunch at Renegade
Celebrated local chef Michael O’Dowd, known for achieving a five-diamond/five-star rating for his work at Kai, opened Renegade for dinner earlier this year in North Scottsdale. The restaurant’s unique menu and ambience can now also be enjoyed for lunch. The man with culinary attitude has designed a lunch that those who love food and adventure and don’t mind reinvented … [More]
Holiday Gatherings: Last-Minute Counts
Busy times make for focusing on all business. This is the time of year to thank staff and clients. Here are our picks for the immediate holiday or year-end thank-you party (big or small). Olive & Ivy, Scottsdale Located on the Waterfront in Scottsdale, this has become a great holiday destination this time of year. With holiday décor inside and out, this whole area is … [More]
AZ Assistance in Health Care
Arizona Assistance in Health Care is turning New Year’s Eve revelry into a special opportunity to help cancer-stricken families overwhelmed with medical bills. A Night of a Thousand Wishes — Arabian Nights New Year’s Eve Gala, at the Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center, will start with the Bazaar Lounge for the cocktail hour outside before moving inside for dinner, a live … [More]
Thunderbirds
Last year’s Waste Management Phoenix Open enabled the Thunderbirds to give more than $5.5 million to Arizona charities. The venerable organization was founded in 1937 as part of the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce to help promote tourism to the area. A committee of five was formed, and each brought on board another 10, and the resulting size of 55 active members remains constant to … [More]
Feedback: December 2013
Question: The discussion of sustainability as a business issue spans practical and ideological considerations. Looking at “green” from the practical aspect of impact on business growth, what is it you’re doing that has had an immediate, notable effect on your business? Robert Anderson CEO Prisma Sector: Marketing Services We began examining how we could integrate more … [More]
Red Cross leader Geri Wright wins Outstanding Fundraising Executive Award
American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter Chief Development Officer Geri Wright received the 2013 Outstanding Fundraising Executive Award. She was honored Nov. 13 during the Association of Fund Raising Professionals Greater Arizona Chapter Leadership Awards dinner at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. She was lauded for her successful fundraising efforts at the Red … [More]
Top Arizona Businesses Win Spirit of Enterprise Awards
We’re seeing signs of improvement in Arizona’s economy, and we can thank small and growing businesses for much of the recovery. Today, six of the state’s best businesses were honored for creating jobs, contributing to charities and introducing innovation. They’re the winners of the 17th annual Spirit of Enterprise Awards from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State … [More]
Children’s Museum of Phoenix Names New Chief Executive Officer
Kate Wells has been named Chief Executive Officer of the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, it was announced today. Kate will assume her post at the helm of one of the top 10 children’s museums in the country on December 2nd. Kate is a co-founder of the Children’s Museum of Phoenix, serving as one of the original members of the grassroots campaign that led to the Museum’s … [More]
JoAnn C. Holland Named New Leader for Central Phoenix Women and Women of Scottsdale
JoAnn C. Holland is the new leader for Central Phoenix Women and Women of Scottsdale, two established women’s organizations in the Valley founded by Linda M. Herold. The transition has been in the works and Holland will take over leadership as president and CEO effective January 1, 2014. Additionally Holland will launch a new organization, East Valley Women, in Spring 2014. … [More]
Lee & Associates Arizona Promotes Industrial Broker McDougall to Principal
Lee & Associates Arizona is pleased to announce the promotion of Matt McDougall to Principal. Matt joined Lee as an Associate nearly three years ago and has garnered the respect of his peers as well as having achieved several sales benchmarks to achieve his promotion. Matt’s extensive knowledge of the Phoenix industrial market is complemented through analysis and … [More]
Charter School Founder Awarded Global Business Award
Arizona Charter Schools is pleased to announce that its founder, Raena Janes, was honored with the bronze Stevie Award for Women in Business, for female Entrepreneur of the Year in consumer services for businesses with up to 2,500 employees. The award was announced Nov. 8 in New York City. Established in 2002, the Stevie Awards mark achievement throughout the world of … [More]
Washington Federal Promotes Trevor Bush to Senior Vice President
Washington Federal has announced that Trevor Bush has been promoted to senior vice president of Arizona retail banking. In his position, he is responsible for providing leadership to the 23 retail branches and two wholesale departments in Arizona. He is also responsible for designing and implementing strategies to develop new client relationships and provide the highest … [More]
3 Prestigious Awards for Wisdom Natural Brands® President
Carol May, President of Wisdom Natural Brands®, parent company of the leading stevia brand SweetLeaf®, was honored with an unprecedented three coveted awards in the last week— two international awards at the 10th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business as well as a leading businesswoman in the grocery industry from Progressive Grocer. At the celebration for the worldwide … [More]
David Emerson named American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter CEO
The American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter has announced that David Emerson has been officially named regional Chief Executive Officer of the organization in Phoenix, where he had served as interim CEO for about four months earlier this year. He assumed his new duties on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the Grand Canyon Chapter, which ranks as the fifth-largest chapter nationally, … [More]
Stacey Caron Wins Silver and Bronze Stevie® Awards in 10th Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business
Stacey Caron, Co-Founder and President of Spellbinders® Paper Arts, has been named the winner of a Silver Stevie® Award in the Female Entrepreneur of the Year – Consumer Products –11 to 2,500 Employees category and a Bronze Stevie® Award in the Innovator of the Year category in the 10th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. The Stevie Awards for Women in … [More]
Mayor Tibshraeny Named Municipal Leader of the Year
American City & County Magazine has selected Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny as its Municipal Leader of the Year. Mayor Tibshraeny will be featured in the November edition of the magazine, which has been the voice of state and local government since 1909. The magazine serves city, county and state officials who are charged with developing and implementing government policy, … [More]
