Rivenburgh demonstrates that old rules of business are being rendered obsolete by disruptive innovation, economic instability, environmental degradation, increasing stakeholder power and other sweeping global forces. Through interviews with top executives and thought leaders, she shows that bold leaders move beyond today’s best practices to develop tomorrow’s next practices. … [More]
Jim Cramer’s Get Rich Carefully
Jim Cramer uses his 35 years of experience as a Wall Street veteran and host of CNBC’s “Mad Money” to create a guide to high-yield, low-risk investing. In our recovering economy, this is the plan for making big money without taking big risks. Drawing on his unparalleled knowledge of the stock market and on the mistakes and successes he’s made on the way to his own fortune, … [More]
ICAN: Play, Hope and Skills to Break the Cycle of Poverty
Christmas trees adorned with at least $2,500-worth of decoration is the centerpoint of ICAN’s Festival of the Trees fundraiser. Last year’s highlight was Chase Construction Company’s tool extravaganza — its tree came with a full assortment of Black & Decker tools — that was actually auctioned off four times. The trees are part of the live auction capping an evening of … [More]
Hospice of the Valley: Compassionate End-of-Life Care
The expansive starry night sky becomes a backdrop of memories as Hospice of the Valley invites families and individuals to gather as a community at its annual Light Up a Life on Nov. 24 to celebrate loved ones who have passed away. At the Steele Indian School Park in Phoenix, a large-scale, open-air photo montage is played out to music while people view from blankets spread out … [More]
Feedback: November 2013
Question: We hear official reports stating still-high unemployment figures. Yet anecdotally, we hear businesses in all fields complain they can’t find employees to fill open positions. As an employer, have you changed your expectations in terms of recruiting new employees? Georganne Bryant Owner Frances Boutique Sector: Retail As a small employer with 15 employees, I … [More]
America’s Taco Shop Expands Throughout the Valley
America’s Taco Shop® is growing in the Phoenix market with the opening of three new locations: Camelback and 16th Street, Kyrene and Elliot and Ray and the 101. The newest locations highlight an updated look with a sleek red and blue color scheme and urban metal accents and mark the latest movement in an already rapidly expanding brand. “We are very passionate about the food … [More]
SMACNA Arizona Contractor Receives National Safety Excellence Award for Seventh Time
SMACNA Arizona, the Arizona Chapter of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association, has announced that University Mechanical of Tempe has won a national Safety Excellence Award for the seventh time. University Mechanical was recognized nationally in the category of more than 500,000 man-hours worked per year. It is the only Arizona company to be … [More]
Personal Experience Leads Greg Gillis of Nussbaum Gillis & Dinner, P.C. to Accept Position on Children’s Cancer Network Board of Directors
Twelve years ago, Greg Gillis and his wife sat across from his youngest daughter’s doctor and learned she was diagnosed with cancer. Thankfully, today his daughter is cancer-free, but Gillis still understands the fear and helplessness many parents feel upon learning of a child’s cancer diagnosis, and knows the intangible benefits that a strong support network can provide … [More]
Batschelet Joins Lee & Associates Arizona Industrial Team
Lee & Associates Arizona is pleased to welcome Peter Batschelet as an Associate. He will join our industry-leading group of 22 industrial principals and associates. Mr. Batschelet brings with him a solid work ethic, an accomplished record in sales and leasing and a strong commitment to his growing roster of clients. He has seven years experience in commercial brokerage, was … [More]
2013 G.E.M. Awards Honor FirstService Residential Arizona Community Managers
FirstService Residential, the leading property management company in Arizona, received honors at the 2013 Guiding Excellence in Management Recognition Awards on Wednesday, October 16, 2013. The G.E.M. Awards recognize the individual efforts of CAAM® certified Community Managers, CAASP™ support professionals and affiliated partners who have made a contribution above and beyond … [More]
Arizona Science Center Welcomes New Executive Vice President
Arizona Science Center is pleased to announce the expansion of its team to include Dean Briere, executive vice president, programs and operations. In his new role, Briere oversees all programs and operations at Arizona Science Center, in addition to leading special projects. Briere will oversee the guest experience team, Irene P. Flinn IMAX theater, school and family … [More]
Sojourner Center Welcomes New Executive Director
After an extensive national search, the Sojourner Center Board of Directors is thrilled to welcome María Garay Ph.D., as the new Executive Director. Dr. Garay comes to Phoenix from Los Angeles, Calif., and is a 20-year veteran of the nonprofit sector. Dr. Garay holds a PhD and Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California. She specializes in the … [More]
Blackstone Security Recognized as a “Hire Power”
Blackstone Security Services, Inc. continued its run of state and national recognitions today when it was named a recipient of the Inc. Hire Power Award for 2013. The award, in its second year, is bestowed by Inc. Magazine and Bank of America Merrill Lynch upon American companies that have greatly increased their workforce. It celebrates private companies they say are on the … [More]
GPEC Announces Leadership Lineup for Business Development Team
The Greater Phoenix Economic Council today announced its leadership team for the business development department. “The business development team at GPEC is emerging as one of the top business recruitment groups in the nation,” GPEC President and CEO Barry Broome said. “I’m honored to work with such outstanding individuals and excited about the potential and growth … [More]
Chandler Chamber Honors Flexible Workplaces
The Chandler Chamber of Commerce announced today the Arizona winners of the 2013 Alfred P. Sloan Awards for Excellence in Workplace Effectiveness and Flexibility for their exemplary workplace practices. Given by Families and Work Institute and the Society for Human Resource Management, the Sloan Award recognizes employers that have distinguished themselves in Arizona and … [More]
Matthew Barrow Joins Washington Federal as Senior Credit Analyst
Washington Federal has announced that Matthew Barrow has joined the bank as senior credit analyst. Barrow comes to Washington Federal with more than six years of experience in the banking industry. As senior credit analyst in the equipment finance division, Barrow’s responsibilities include analyzing, structuring and presenting credit submissions for decision-making by the … [More]
Northern Trust Names Stephen R. Barber Senior Wealth Strategist in Phoenix
Northern Trust , a leading provider of financial services for affluent individuals, families and institutions, announced today that Stephen Barber has joined the Phoenix office as Senior Wealth Strategist. In this role, Barber works with individuals and families to identify how Northern Trust’s investment and wealth management capabilities can help them reach their financial … [More]
Russell R. Yurk Appointed to Chair the Defense Research Institute Lawyers’ Professionalism & Ethics Committee
Russell Yurk, an attorney with Jennings, Haug & Cunningham, has been appointed to chair the Defense Research Institute (DRI) Lawyers’ Professionalism and Ethics Committee. Prior to this appointment, Mr. Yurk served as the vice-chair of the committee. His two-year term as Chair commenced earlier this month at DRI’s Annual Meeting. Mr. Yurk's legal practice focuses on … [More]
