In The Joy Exchange, groundbreaking nonprofit leader Laura Whitaker offers readers an inspiring and entertaining invitation to discover for themselves the revolutionary rewards of entering into the lives of those with diverse abilities and experiences. Whitaker illuminates the path to experiencing profound joy by embracing our differences and finding a refreshing freedom to be … [More]
Red, White & Brew Reintroduces Itself to Mesa
Red, White & Brew has long been a reliable lunch and dinner destination in East Mesa, and its newly remodeled dining room and updated menu gives business leaders new reasons to visit. The restaurant recently completed its first major renovation since opening in 2002, unveiling a brighter, more contemporary interior while preserving the open kitchen that has always anchored … [More]
Modern Protection: Security without the Complexity
As homes increasingly function as workspaces and family hubs, a straightforward security system has become a practical asset rather than a luxury. For many households and small offices, the priority isn’t a sprawling installation; it’s dependable protection that’s easy to deploy and expand. SimpliSafe’s Starter System is built around that simplicity. The wireless kit includes … [More]
2026 Audi RS 6 Avant
The 2026 Audi RS 6 Avant exists in a category that few vehicles even attempt to occupy: a full-size luxury wagon engineered with super-sedan intent. Around the Valley, it presents less like a showpiece and more like a precision instrument. The twin-turbocharged V8 delivers immediate, dense acceleration that feels measured rather than theatrical, and the chassis absorbs broken … [More]
Sustainability Startup Rolls Out Valleywide Battery Recycling Network
ResQ Sustainability Group LLC, the company behind ResQ Batteries, announced their official launch of operations, unveiling a groundbreaking fusion of sustainable recycling and purpose-driven advertising. The company is actively securing its first advertisers to sponsor the initial 30 battery drop-off locations across Mesa, Phoenix, Tempe, and surrounding communities, with an … [More]
Pinyon Serves Up a Culinary Mediterranean Adventure
Pinyon Coastal Mediterranean offers its guests an expansive view of the tree-studded grassy park within a circle of business and municipal buildings — the somewhat hidden gem of Scottsdale Civic Center mall. This relaxing setting was secured after a very deliberate search by Hi Noon Hospitality founding partner Adam Strecker to meet his desire to recreate the expansive … [More]
Read Me
With the number of emails we all get, what makes us open some while skipping past others? And, more importantly, how can we put our own emails in that first category? High-performance email tactics was the topic of a well-attended master class presented by Jay Schwedelson at Thryv’s recent Grow 2025 Conference, where the founder of GURU Media Hub and SubjectLine.com, CEO of … [More]
2026 BMW i7
The 2026 BMW i7 plays to an executive audience that values quiet competence over theatrics. In Phoenix traffic, it remains unflaggingly calm, with isolation and body control that feel purpose-built for long days between Camelback meetings and late returns from Sky Harbor. Materials and switchgear are tactile rather than flashy, and the interface is orderly enough that the … [More]
2025 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid
The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid is aimed squarely at the executive who wants a serene, high-content daily commute without giving up decisive performance. In typical Porsche fashion, the hybrid bits are there to serve the drive first and the spreadsheet second: silent departures, instant torque for on-ramps, and an easy glide down the 51 or the 101 before the twin-turbo V6 quietly joins … [More]
Auto Care: Asset in Time
Time is the asset valued by employers and employees alike. And time is the benefit OOROO Auto brings the Phoenix corporate community through its mobile auto care services. Enabling employers to offer convenient, on-site vehicle maintenance as a highly valued workplace benefit, OOROO at Work provides companies with a practical way to increase productivity, reduce schedule … [More]
Sushi Brokers: A Fresh Take on Business Dining
In the heart of the Arcadia, Sushi Brokers Arcadia has carved out a niche as the go-to spot for professionals seeking a dining experience that balances speed, quality and style. With dishes ranging from classic rolls to lunch entrees, and modern décor equipped with TVs for a lunchtime game watch, Sushi Brokers Arcadia offers the perfect location for a quick lunch break, meeting … [More]
Thirteen Ways to Keep Your Customers Coming Back
You know that friend who's always there when you are in need? The one who shows up on time, follows through on promises, and genuinely cares about what's going on in your life? That's exactly what your business needs to be for your customers. Sure, those splashy marketing campaigns and point-collecting apps might turn some heads. But keeping customers? That's more like … [More]
First Impressions Are Biological – Biohack Them to Succeed in Remote Work
In a virtual meeting, our brain still makes a snap judgment, often in under a second, based on what it sees, hears and senses. But without the usual office context, that “first impression” lands even harder. For remote workers, mastering that biology gives them an edge. When we connect via video or audio, our subconscious mind triggers ancient-wired circuits that ask: Can I … [More]
2026 Mercedes GLE 450 Coupe
The GLE 450 Coupe reads as a smart executive play for Phoenix: quiet, composed and more athletic than its fastback shape lets on. The 3.0-liter inline-six with a 48-volt assist is the story here — smooth off the line, unobtrusive in traffic, and eager when the 101 opens up. Ride quality stays calm over expansion joints and construction seams, and the cabin lands on the right … [More]
Business Lunch Meets Italian Glamour at Sexy Roman at the W Scottsdale
Remember when a business lunch was something to be savored — a chance to impress a client or celebrate a big win in sumptuous style? Now open at the stylish W Scottsdale hotel in the heart of Old Town, Sexy Roman is a splashy new hotspot that pairs drop-dead-gorgeous décor with serious culinary chops from James Beard-nominated chef Jason Franey. What many don’t realize is that … [More]
Community Asset
Food assistance has been a top news story of late. Something about this holiday season always brings that topic forward, but this year it was compelled by additional forces. Refreshments, of course, are an asset to any gathering — from weekly sales meeting to corporate retreat to after-hours party … to a family dinner. Food banks are a community asset. They uplift the … [More]
Exhibition Uses Hands-On STEM to Spark Arizona’s Future Semiconductor Workforce
Semiconductor chips power everything, from Nintendo Switch games and TikTok videos to Mars rovers and virtual reality headsets, yet few understand how they work. That’s why ASM, a leading semiconductor equipment and process technology company, launched its "From Sand to Stars: A Semiconductor Adventure" exhibition at Arizona Science Center, which transforms the mysterious world … [More]
2026 Cadillac Vistiq EV
Cadillac’s three-row 2026 Vistiq EV arrives quietly and with confidence: executive-grade comfort, strong performance and the kind of range and charging speed that makes back-to-back meetings in Scottsdale, Tempe and downtown Phoenix feel routine. The cabin reads premium without pretense — clean interfaces, solid materials, supportive seating — and the tech layer stays helpful … [More]
