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Locally-Owned Health Club to Collect Donations for St. Mary’s Food Bank

Rick McCartney

The Village Health Clubs & Spas have been part of the community for over 30 years, and now more than ever, want to help that very same community and those that have been hit hardest. From Monday, April 27 to Friday, May 1, each Village Health Club & Spa location will have donation boxes outside the main entrance between the hours of 10 am and 2 pm to collect … [More]

In Business | Offers |

Downtown Curbside Produce Pickup Brings Together Local Farmers & Chefs

The Churchill

As part of its mission to serve the community, The Churchill in downtown Phoenix has partnered with local farmers, bakers and chefs, including James Beard Award-winner, Charleen Badman of FnB, to launch an innovative weekly curbside produce and food pickup service that helps people Valley-wide to cook like a chef, while directly supporting local farmers and restaurant workers … [More]

In Business | Online |

Entrepreneur Business Program Born through Partnership with BBB and Local Law Firm

BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest

Snell & Wilmer partnered with Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBBPacSW) to support entrepreneurs participating in its inaugural Empower by GoDaddy program. Over the past 82-years, Snell & Wilmer has nurtured a firm culture with values that authentically align with BBB Standards for Trust, so the partnership was a natural fit. Empower by GoDaddy, … [More]

In Business | Medical Care |

Medical Network Launches Targeted Telehealth Visits to Help Health Plan Members

Matrix Medical Network

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the entire U.S. population on some level, people at highest risk are older Americans and those with multiple chronic conditions. With states implementing stay-at-home orders and the likelihood of seclusion extended into the foreseeable future, Matrix Medical Network (Matrix) announced that it has launched telehealth visits to help … [More]

In Business | Webinar |

VIRTUAL EVENT: Unite in the Fight Against Covid-19 by Joining Startup Weekend Remote USA

Techstars

Techstars, the global seed accelerator, is dedicated to the proposition that “entrepreneurs hold the keys to the greatest challenges of our time.” Their Global Online Startup Weekend - “Unite to Fight COVID-19” this April is harnessing entrepreneurial spirit to provide technical and sustainable solutions to the pandemic, and counteracting its devastating effects. This weekend, … [More]

In Business | Covid-19 Biz News |

55% of Companies Say Employee Referrals Reduce Hiring Cost

Rick McCartney

More than half of companies with an employee referral program (55%) say it reduced hiring costs, according to new data from Clutch, the leading B2B ratings and reviews firm. On average, it costs $4,129 to hire a new employee, according to data from the Society for Human Resources Management. Employee referral programs can decrease that cost. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, … [More]

In Business | Stimulus |

Employer Brand Co. Pledges $7M to Help Rebuild the Economy

Ph.Creative

Ph.Creative is immediately pledging $7 million ( £5.6 million) in the form of 100% grants for career website design and development and 50% match funding for strategic employer branding work. The hope of the initiative is to accelerate and contribute towards the successful hiring of at least one million people, spanning across the USA and U.K. in the next six months. Bryan … [More]

In Business | Covid-19 Biz News |

AI Developers to Accelerate Collaborative Research in the Fight Against COVID-19

Arterys

AI researchers around the world are developing and publishing algorithms that can detect COVID-19 in medical images, including CTs and x-rays. To support the development and validation of those algorithms, Silicon Valley startup Arterys has launched its open innovation platform, the Arterys Marketplace. AI developers can publish their algorithms to the Arterys Marketplace to … [More]

In Business | Covid-19 Biz News |

Prospective Homebuyers Turn to Virtual Shopping During Coronavirus Pandemic

Fulton Homes

East Valley resident Alexis Cabrera considered selling her condo and moving to a larger, new home. With mortgage rates at an all-time low and with her children getting older and needing more space, the timing seemed perfect. Suddenly, the coronavirus pandemic changed everything. Families, like that of Alexis, forced to shelter-in-place in homes they’ve outgrown, felt stuck. … [More]

In Business | Stimulus |

Phoenix City Council Unanimously Approves Major Funding for Homelessness

Rick McCartney

Phoenix City Council unanimously approved the allocation of nearly $18 million dollars of federal COVID-19 funding to support vulnerable populations in the community. According to Mayor Kate Gallego, the money will be used to combat homelessness, address housing insecurity, and provide micro-loans and grants for local small businesses and non-profits. This vote represents the … [More]

In Business | Covid-19 Biz News |

Shopping Center Owner Raises Funds to ‘Feed the Leads’ in Support of Hospital Workers

CIRE Equity

CIRE Equity owner and operator of the Park West shopping center and several other neighborhood centers throughout the valley have launched Feed the Leads, a campaign to feed hospital workers at HonorHealth facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Feed the Leads an opportunity to financially support local restaurants at the Park West, Valley Plaza, and Glendale Market Square … [More]

In Business | Online |

D-Backs and American Red Cross Partner to Host Blood Drive Apr. 28 to 30

Rick McCartney

The Arizona Diamondbacks and American Red Cross, in partnership with Budweiser, will host a blood drive at Chase Field on April 28-30 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fans must make an appointment online in advance, walk-ins will not be accepted. To schedule an appointment time, visit www.redcrossblood.org and use the keyword ONETEAM to find the Chase Field donation location. “We are … [More]

In Business | Achievements |

Robson Resort Communities Honored at 2020 Eliant Homebuyers’ Choice Awards

Robson Resort Communities

Robson Resort Communities is excited to announce it has earned multiple honors at the 2020 Annual Eliant Homebuyers’ Choice Awards for its commitment to providing quality purchase and ownership experiences. This national, prestigious awards program is based on the results of more than 170,000 surveys which were administered to recent homebuyers from over 178 new home builders … [More]

In Business | Webinar |

VIRTUAL EVENT – May 21 & 28: Keeping Teams Engaged Virtually through ‘Where’s the Watercooler?’

Inside-Out Learning, Inc.

Inside-Out Learning, Inc. and Dr. Sharon Lamm-Hartman launch the inaugural Virtual Workplace Engagement Series: Where’s the Water Cooler?. In an effort to help leaders and companies stay centered during times of transition, Dr. Lamm-Hartman and her team of executive and transformative coaches decided to launch this innovative virtual program which is inspired by current … [More]

In Business | Stimulus |

Tempe and Credit Union Create $1 Million Small Business Emergency Loan Program

City of Tempe

To help struggling local businesses during this unprecedented time, the City of Tempe and Desert Financial Credit Union have developed a first of its kind program for Tempe-based companies, creating the $1 million Tempe Small Business Emergency Loan Program. Tempe businesses that employ between 5 and 50 people may be eligible for microloans of between $5,000 and $20,000. The … [More]

In Business | Stimulus |

Arizona will Provide Nearly 600,000 Children with Pandemic School Meal Replacement Benefits

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) announced the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) authorized DES to provide Arizona P-EBT Pandemic School Meal Replacement Benefits to households with children who are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals. There are nearly 600,000 students receiving free or reduced-price school meals in Arizona, including 186,000 … [More]

In Business | Covid-19 Biz News |

Science Engineering Firm Launches ‘Operation Face Shield’

Areté

A science and engineering technology company has found a new use for their 3D printers and laser cutters — Operation Face Shield, designed to provide local medical workers with protection against COVID-19. In Tucson, four scientists and engineers made use of their equipment’s evening downtime by creating face shields to medical specifications. After tweaking their original … [More]

In Business | Medical Care |

Medical Co. Expands COVID-19 and Antibody Testing for the Most Vulnerable

Mako Medical

As demand continues to soar around the country for COVID-19 testing, many counties, cities, and states struggle to get access to testing. The problem is much worse for the most vulnerable in our communities. Many states are still on a lockdown, with many restrictions in place. Logistical issues and procurement challenges have made testing swabs, PPE, and other vital supplies … [More]