GoDaddy, the world’s largest technology provider dedicated to small businesses, is partnering with the Anita Borg Institute (ABI) as part of its commitment to advance women in technology. As an ABI partner, GoDaddy joins a global movement to expand the awareness of women's contributions to computing and encourage their participation in technology. ABI is a nonprofit … [More]
Google Glass Revolutionizes Practice of Law
Fennemore Craig, a leading Mountain West regional law firm, is changing the way lawyers interact with clients by lending them Google Glass. With the use of Google Glass, firsthand, live-action experiences are shared in real time between clients and Fennemore Craig attorneys, creating new mechanisms to convey evidence to juries, judges and mediators. The pilot program, called … [More]
QuadMed Invests in Stat Health Services
QuadMed, a nationally recognized provider of onsite, near site and shared site employer-sponsored health and wellness solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with Scottsdale based Stat Health Services, provider of Stat Doctors™ eHealth solution, to provide 24/7 telemedicine access for patients with minor acute healthcare needs. Under the agreement, QuadMed … [More]
Quarles & Brady Intellectual Property & Entrepreneurship Clinic Launched
The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP today announced that it has partnered with The University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law to launch a new legal clinic focused on supporting newly established businesses and entrepreneurs. Law students will have the opportunity to counsel start-up businesses on how to protect their inventions and innovations. The … [More]
Phoenix-based Biotech Company Pinnacle Transplant Technologies Wins Head-to-Head, Bracket-style Competition
After three rounds of live pitching at Talking Stick Resort on March 6th and 7th, Pinnacle Transplant Technologies emerged victorious and was crowned the 2014 Venture Madness Champion. In addition to the prestigious title, the Phoenix-based tissue bank took home a $30,000 check, which will go directly toward hiring more employees and developing the company’s Auxano DMB Putty … [More]
Solar Powered KB Homes Arrive in Arizona
KB Homes, one of the nation’s largest and most recognized homebuilders, has announced that homebuyers at all of its communities in Arizona now have the opportunity to own a solar-powered KB home. Combined with the energy-efficient features already included in all ENERGY STAR® certified new KB homes, solar power will help KB homeowners reduce their monthly energy bills by as … [More]
AT&T Invests Nearly $575 Million over Four-Year Period to Enhance Local Networks in Phoenix Area
AT&T has invested nearly $575 million in its best-in-class wireless and wired networks in the Phoenix area between 2010 through 2013, driving a wide range of upgrades to enhance speed, reliability, coverage and performance for residents and business customers. Advancing its Project Velocity IP (VIP), an investment plan to expand and enhance its wireless and wired IP … [More]
Local Motors Powers ArmyCoCreate Community to Engage Soldiers and to Deliver Real-Time Solutions
Local Motors announces successful outcome for Army CoCreate, a six-month proof-of-concept effort with the U.S. Army Rapid Equipping Force. The Army CoCreate initiative combined web-based and face-to-face collaboration to connect soldiers, civilians and makers, in the real-time design and development of Army equipment intended to enhance warfighter performance. The centerpiece … [More]
Questar Fueling Starts Work on CNG-Fueling Station in Phoenix
Questar Fueling Company, subsidiary of Questar Corporation, plans to build a compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station in Phoenix, Ariz. The public-access station will provide fast-fill CNG fueling for fleet operators with medium- and heavy-duty trucks as well as motorists who drive light-duty natural gas vehicles. The station will open later this year. “We see Phoenix as … [More]
GPEC to Lead Delegation of Valley Mayors to Vancouver to Meet with Business Leaders
Scottsdale Mayor W.J. “Jim” Lane, Queen Creek Mayor Gail Barney, and Chandler Vice Mayor Rick Heumann, along with representatives from the Arizona Commerce Authority, will join the Greater Phoenix Economic Council this week as part of a delegation to meet with business leaders in Vancouver for the second Greater Phoenix Road Show. The inaugural Road Show took place this past … [More]
Old-Town Scottsdale’s Derby Public House Launches Off-Track Betting
With the launch of Off-Track Betting on Sunday, March 9, Derby Public House will be one of only a few bars in Scottsdale to offer horseracing. A bastion of equestrian-themed nightlife, Derby Public House is placing its bets on the fun and exciting Sport of Kings to add something new to the Old Town nightlife scene. Off-Track Betting will be offered daily and is the perfect … [More]
Apriva Receives U.S. Patent for Wireless Encryption Technology
Apriva, the leading provider of end-to-end wireless transactions, gateway services and secure information solutions, announced it has been awarded U.S. patent #8,627,061 for developing methods that support robust encryption technologies for government and commercial mobile devices in wireless networks. In receiving the patent, it was noted that Apriva’s innovation provides … [More]
Invest Southwest Announces Venture Madness Final 16 and Keynote Speaker at Inaugural Event
Venture Madness, presented by Invest Southwest in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, introduces the final 16 competing start-ups. Additionally, Venture Madness announces that Geoffrey Moore, best-selling author of Crossing the Chasm, will deliver the keynote address at the inaugural event. “Venture Madness is that coalescence of entrepreneurs, start-ups, … [More]
Arizona Small Businesses Grow with $23 Million from Small Business Finance
Arizona companies will soon receive over $23 million in SBA small business loans, based on financing approved in the last three months by Small Business Finance. The SBA-504 loans, provided in partnership with local banks, will help 10 small businesses expand and create new jobs. The largest single loan provided was $7.9 million. “We’re on pace to double the amount of … [More]
As the Leading Voice for Technology Companies in Arizona, Arizona Technology Council Urges Governor Brewer to Veto SB 1062
In a letter sent today to Arizona Governor Jan Brewer signed by over 80 members of the business community including other trade associations, the Arizona Technology Council urged the veto of SB 1062. If passed, the law would allow business owners to cite their religious beliefs in refusing to provide service to certain people. It is the Council’s belief that this is … [More]
Local Motors Signs Contract to Deliver First 3D-Printed Electric Vehicle at IMTS 2014
Local Motors, Inc. today announced that AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology will be the first customer for its previously announced 3D-printed production vehicle. Phoenix based Motors will build and deliver the first direct digital manufactured vehicle at IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show 2014 in Chicago, Illinois, September 8-13, 2014. … [More]
GPEC Board Chair Calls for Veto of Senate Bill 1062
Under the direction of the chairman of the board of directors, James H. Lundy, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council will be sending a letter to Arizona Governor Janice K. Brewer urging the veto of Senate Bill 1062. As a premiere regional economic development organization, GPEC works hand in hand with the Arizona Commerce Authority to build the case for businesses to locate … [More]
National Bank of Arizona Adds to Revitalization of Camelback Corridor with New Wealth Center
National Bank of Arizona is proud to announce the opening of its new Camelback Wealth Center, which strengthens its commitment to the community and clients around the Camelback Corridor. The existing branch location at 4040 East Camelback Road was remodeled into the new wealth center, which blends executive banking and private banking under one roof. As one of the most … [More]
