Access to Capital, Economic Uncertainty Still Top Concerns for Arizona Small Businesses

Stoney-Wilson Business Consulting, July 24, 2013

Access to capital is tied to small business growth. Though some banks claim an increase in business lending, many small businesses report they are still having difficulty securing funds. In the last few years, small businesses have struggled to find practical, affordable capital to sustain growth and create jobs. In its second year, a new effort is under way to help … [More]

Wist Office Products to Arm 1,000 Valley Teachers with Classroom Supplies

Wist Office Supplies July 15, 2013

Wist Office Products has partnered with the “Four Peaks for Teachers” campaign to help 1,000 Valley teachers stock their classrooms without opening their own wallets.From July 16 to 29, Wist Office Products, Four Peaks and Smashburger locations throughout the Valley are joining forces to pay tribute to Valley teachers, who tirelessly help our children every day and earn nowhere … [More]

Scottsdale Chamber Announces: Scottsdale has a New Future: Meet Our New City Leaders

Scottsdale Chamber July 11, 2013

The City of Scottsdale recently filled two of its critical management positions. Fritz Behring was named City Manager and Danielle Casey becomes Economic Development Director. Join the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce in welcoming them to their new positions. A meeting will be held on Wed., Aug. 28, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at which each of them will share their initial … [More]

In Business Magazine Announces Local Leaders in ‘Buy Local’ Movement

In Business Magazine July 1, 2013

In Business Magazine has developed a special section that recognizes local business owners and companies for their commitment to the “buy local” campaign. The section will be included in the August 2013 issue of In Business Magazine. Those recognized will be honored with a special plaque and recognition insignia and will be profiled in the section In Business Magazine is … [More]

National Bank of Arizona Establishes Donation Bank Account for Yarnell Hill Fire Victims in Partnership with United Way

National Bank of Arizona, July 2, 2013

National Bank of Arizona has established a donation bank account through the United Way of Prescott to benefit the families of the 19 firefighters who lost their lives bravely battling the Yarnell Hill Fire. The fund also will be used to assist the residents of Yarnell whose homes were destroyed by the blaze. Donations can be made to United Way of Yavapai County, FBO Yarnell … [More]

AccessTo Capital, Economic Uncertainty Still Top Concerns For Arizona Small Businesses

June 12, 2013

Access to capital is tied to small business growth. Though some banks claim an increase in business lending, many small businesses report they are still having difficulty securing funds. In the last few years, small businesses have struggled to find practical, affordable capital to sustain growth and create jobs. According to a recent report by the National Small Business … [More]

Downtown Mesa Introduces Kidtastic Mini-Events!

June 21, 2013

As we all know by the 3-digit temperatures, summer is here! And with that, the kids are out of school, moms and dads are itching for some indoor activities to wear them out and sub sequentially, the Downtown Mesa businesses are hitting their slowest time of the year. In an effort to improve summertime business in Downtown Mesa and also offer lunchtime activities for those … [More]

Paving Restaurant Paradise and Putting Up a Parking Lot?

June 20, 2013

Coup Des Tartes, Phoenix’s longest running and most well known B.Y.O.B. restaurant, is being forced out of their location at 4626 N 16th Street in Phoenix through no fault of their own. They are being offered a mere 180-day notice as of June 1, 2013 by the new landowners, the Van Tuyl Group, which owns several car dealerships in the area. Coup Des Tartes has been serving … [More]

GPEC Launches Toolkit, Forum Series Targeting International Business Executives

June 20, 2013

The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) this week officially launched an international toolkit and forum series, called "Doing Business in Greater Phoenix, U.S.A," with additional support from the City of Phoenix. The toolkit is designed to assist foreign companies with investment and expansion decisions in the United States and, specifically, the Greater Phoenix … [More]

Alliance Bank of Arizona Announces New North Scottsdale Office

June 19, 2103

Alliance Bank of Arizona is announcing today that it is opening a new office in North Scottsdale in the Scottsdale Airpark. The Airpark is one of the largest employment centers in the Phoenix metro area. With the new office, Alliance Bank will be the largest local business bank of its size and capacity in the area.  The office is located near Hayden Road and Raintree Road at … [More]