It’s rare to find a family-owned and -operated restaurant that has been around as long as Miracle Mile Deli. For 69 years, the Garcias have navigated the unique challenges that come with running a family-owned business, such as staying relevant and active within each new generation. Josh Garcia, vice-president of Miracle Mile Deli, works to maintain the balance as he … [More]
Women in Business Can Thank H.R. 5050
Thirty years ago, some U.S. states had laws that precluded women from obtaining a business loan without a male relative to cosign for them — even if that male were an underage son. The National Women’s Business Council, which does research into the women’s business ecosystem, and the Women’s Business Centers, managed by the U.S. Small Business Administration, did not … [More]
Security in Place Advances
Every day, employees and customers walk through the doors of a business. But has the business owner thought about what’s on those doors that’s safeguarding the business’s people, patrons, products and property? From the point someone enters the parking lot to the core of the company where sensitive information is stored, access control components provide layers of physical … [More]
Cyber-Secure Travel?
It has been recently reported that digital hotel door locks can be compromised by simple tweaks to their in-built security software, according to research from a cybersecurity firm. The hardware kit used to clone keys involves scanning the RFID tag or mag stripe included in a card key, which is then copied by a small device which is then able to generate a huge number of extra … [More]
For-Sale-By-Owner Is Online-Enabled
Valley couple Colleen and Allan Crommett founded fsboTECH a year ago, bringing a new option to the real estate market. Their intent was to help the home sellers in the For Sale By Owner (FSBO) marketplace by enabling them to use tools such as Multiple Listing Service without having to pay the typical 6-percent commissions to the listing agent and the buyer’s agent — all through … [More]
BMW’s All-New X2
This newest line by BMW was born out of the success other manufacturers are having with this small crossover class. The BMW X2 fills a void for BMW in that it is an economical and sporty option targeting those who are more active. The 2.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder, 16-valve, 228-hp engine is tucked away to provide power and fuel economy. In a small-sized … [More]
For a Breath of Fresher Air
Plants are more than an esthetic reprieve for our eyes. Since NASA began researching ways to improve air quality for astronauts in closed environments in space, we’ve learned that they can counter some of the toxins our made environment surrounds us with — in addition, of course, to recycling our carbon-dioxide exhalations into the oxygen we need to breathe. Areca Palm Like … [More]
Farm & Craft: Community Eatery
Farm & Craft has a split personality — from the breakfast and lunch menu, it’s counter-order and table-delivery; off the dinner menu from 3 p.m. to closing, it’s table seating and waiter-order. What’s most important, however, shines through at all times — healthy food, locally sourced. “Local” is, in fact, so much a focus that the recently opened Phoenix location differs … [More]
Resort to Lunch
Summer is a good time for locals to take advantage of the multitude of exceptional resorts and hotels that, in the other seasons, draw crowds of out-of-towners. Here are In Business Magazine picks for some of the best on-property restaurants for getting-away for lunch. Hearth ´61 In the modern contemporary architecture of Mountain Shadows Resort for seasonal American fare, … [More]
Cracked it!
Solving complex problems and selling their solutions is critical for personal and organizational success. However, it doesn’t come naturally and most of us haven’t been taught how to do it well. Research shows a host of pitfalls trips us up when we try: We’re quick to believe we understand a situation and jump to a flawed solution. We seek to confirm our hypotheses and ignore … [More]
Custodians of the Internet
In this revealing and nuanced exploration, award-winning sociologist and cultural observer Tarleton Gillespie provides an overview of current social media practices and explains the underlying rationales for how, when and why these policies are enforced. In doing so, Gillespie highlights that content moderation receives too little public scrutiny even as it shapes social norms … [More]
Switchers
Don’t settle . . . SUCCEED in the right career! This book is aimed at those stuck in an unsatisfying job, the wrong profession or an industry that just isn’t a fit. Switchers offers suggestions on how to get unstuck and land a new career that one is genuinely passionate about. Written by celebrated career coach and psychologist Dr. Dawn Graham, the book provides proven … [More]
Feedback: June 2018
How do you stay grounded as a locally owned and operated business while growing it and expanding from your initial location? Tony Chan Founder and Owner Snoh Ice Shavery Sector: Restaurants It is important to stay connected to the Phoenix local community and show support to locals as well. We like to cater to our customers’ demands. But we also feel it’s very important … [More]
Nextiva Cares and The Gorny Foundation gift $100,000 to the Barrow Brain Tumor Research Center
Nextiva (www.nextiva.com), an industry-leading cloud-based communications provider, announced today that its philanthropic branch, Nextiva Cares, gifted $100,000 to the Barrow Brain Tumor Research Center in partnership with The Gorny Foundation. The $100,000 gift will go towards advancing the research and development of new treatments and studies that will enhance our … [More]
Tempe Chamber Names Darin Sender 2018 Business Woman of the Year
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce has named Darin Sender as the 2018 Business Woman of the Year. She was honored at the 23rd Annual Leadership Conference & Expo on May 24th at the Doubletree by Hilton Phoenix/Tempe. Darin is an AV-rated zoning attorney and President and founder of Sender Associates based in Tempe. In addition to her work as a zoning attorney, she also … [More]
Camelot Homes’ White Horse Receives Coveted Gold Nugget Honors
Camelot Homes has received Gold Nugget honors in PCBC’s annual competition, which honors architectural design and planning excellence and draws entries throughout the United States and internationally. Camelot Homes earned Merit Award honors for its White Horse community in North Scottsdale, which was honored for Best Single Family Detached Home 3,500-4,500 square feet … [More]
Five Local Companies Receive Distinguished Award for Ethical Practices from BBB
Better Business Bureau serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB) awarded five companies the 2018 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics during its 17th annual dinner, sponsored by Desert Financial Credit Union. The BBB Torch Awards for Ethics recognize firms whose business practices and related activities exemplify BBB’s mission and principles to ensure the marketplace remains fair and … [More]
Financial Times Ranks UA Eller Executive Education Program High Among Global Competitors
During a time of great attention being paid to executive leadership and strategy, the Financial Times has ranked the University of Arizona Eller Executive Education program, which is based out of the downtown Phoenix campus, first among public universities and second overall in the Western United States, behind Stanford University. Eller College also climbed 34 spots from … [More]
