A workplace accident that results in serious injury or death is both an employer’s and employee’s worst fear. An average 2.8 workers out of every 100 in the U.S. are injured every year. If a worker’s injury is caused by someone else’s negligence, it is extremely important for them to make a workers’ compensation claim as soon as possible. Not only can workplace accidents … [More]
Global Economy Could Benefit from More PMPs
There will be a global need for 25 million new project management professionals (PMPs) by 2030. The Project Management Institute warned the gap could result in a possible loss of up to USD$345.5 billion in global GDP. What is a project management professional and why do they have such a huge impact on the economy? And is a project manager different from an industry … [More]
Electric Fireplace Tech Revolutionizing the Industry
Modern Flames, which pioneered the modern linear electric fireplace throughout North America in 2008, is again revolutionizing the industry with its Heliovision™ patented flame technology. It is available in two versions, five sizes, and offers multiple options for flame style, color and speed. The leading innovator in electric fireplace design and technology in the U.S., … [More]
Looking Good 2023 – May Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements Banner Health President Named to ‘Top 25 Women Leaders’ Plant Solutions Wins Big at 2023 Tropical Plant Expo PathogenDX Recognized for Innovations and Growth UBS Advisor Teams Named to Forbes ‘Best-In-State’ McCarthy Building Project Earns Highest Safety ADOSH Distinction Philanthropy M Culinary Concepts’ Donations Support WasteNot … [More]
Banner Health President Named to ‘Top 25 Women Leaders’
Amy Perry, president and chief operating officer for Banner Health, was recently named one of the nation’s 2023 Top 25 Women Leaders by Modern Healthcare, one of the country’s leading publications on healthcare news. … [More]
Plant Solutions Wins Big at 2023 Tropical Plant Expo
Interior landscape pioneer Plant Solutions was recognized for its commitment to the best in biophilic design and innovation during the International Plantscape Awards earlier this year at the Tropical Plant International Expo in Tampa, Florida, which showcased the newest ideas, insights and trends in the foliage, floral and tropical plant industry. … [More]
PathogenDX Recognized for Innovations and Growth
PathogenDx, a leader in next-generation microarray technology for better health and safety, saw a two-year 276% uptick in revenue and was the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, Fast Company World Changing Ideas Award and Inc. Magazine 5000. … [More]
UBS Advisor Teams Named to Forbes ‘Best-In-State’
Five of UBS Wealth Management USA’s financial advisor teams in Arizona have been named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list for 2023, three based in Phoenix and two in Tucson. The advisor teams in the UBS Phoenix office named to the list are The Schultz Group, The Biltmore Financial Group and The Choy Group. … [More]
McCarthy Building Project Earns Highest Safety ADOSH Distinction
McCarthy Building Companies’ Vantage Data Centers project in Goodyear was recently awarded a “STAR Site” through the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health’s Voluntary Protection Program. VPP STAR, the highest program of safety recognition across all OSHA offices, recognizes employers and workers in private and federal workplaces who have exemplified effective … [More]
M Culinary Concepts’ Donations Support WasteNot
Following having served 230,000 attendees as the primary caterer behind the WM Phoenix Open, the Arizona-based award-winning hospitality brand M Culinary Concepts donated a staggering 32,752 pounds of unused and chef-prepared food from the event to WasteNot, a nonprofit that diverts rescued food to organizations feeding individuals and families in need. … [More]
Arizona’s Workforce Remains Strong but Small Businesses Struggle to Hire
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Arizona’s workforce has been in a state of transition. Despite the turbulence, the state has managed to maintain steady job growth with positive indicators in various sectors, including healthcare and education. In fact, the unemployment rate in Arizona is at an all-time low of 3.9%, which is lower than the national average of 4.6%. … [More]
JDog’s Veteran-Centric Franchise Concept Targets Phoenix
JDog Brands, the parent franchisor to both JDog Junk Removal & Hauling and JDog Carpet Cleaning & Floor Care, was founded with a mission to provide a smoother transition from service to civilian life for military veterans. With nearly 300 active territories, the JDog Brands network is made of veterans and military families, with 88% of the brand’s owners being veterans … [More]
Onstage Grows Helping Others in Entertainment
Onstage Entertainment Group grew out of musician Joe Costello’s thoughtfulness, supplying backup bands when his own band was not available for a gig. After formally founding the entertainment company in 2011, Costello celebrated its $1 million milestone in December. Through the entertainment company, Costello has been able to help other musicians and entertainment acts build … [More]
Looking Good 2023 – April Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements Cavanagh Law’s John Wittwer Appointed to Prestigious Chairmanship AvAir Recognized in Aerospace Industry NAIOP Arizona Award to VanTrust EVP Keith Earnest Philanthropy Desert Financial Donates $1M to Phoenix Children’s K-12 School Express Employment Aids St. Mary’s Food Bank … [More]
AvAir Recognized in Aerospace Industry
For the third year in a row, AvAir, an inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, was awarded the No. 1 position on Airline Economics’ Aviation 100 “Parts Supplier of the Year” rankings, recognizing the company as a global authority and leader in the industry. The company is also pleased to share that it proudly retained 100% of its employees in both the Arizona … [More]
Express Employment Aids St. Mary’s Food Bank
The South Phoenix Express Employment Professionals office recently turned out in full force as its 12 team members packed Hello Fresh food bags at St. Mary’s Food Bank as part of the company’s Brand It Blue Initiative. Born out of the desire to serve and partner with nonprofit organizations, the initiative aims to connect qualified job seekers with reputable companies … [More]
Desert Financial Donates $1M to Phoenix Children’s K-12 School
Desert Financial Foundation and Desert Financial Credit Union recently donated more than $1 million to 1 Darn Cool School at Phoenix Children’s, a fully accredited K-12 school with eight full-time master’s-level teachers. The program provides hospitalized children with a traditional classroom setting or bedside instruction to help with their schoolwork as they fight illnesses … [More]
NAIOP Arizona Award to VanTrust EVP Keith Earnest
Keith Earnest, a 35-year veteran of the commercial real estate industry and executive vice president for VanTrust Real Estate, LLC, has been recognized with NAIOP Arizona’s 2022 Award of Excellence, which recognizes an individual who has made a significant and positive impact on the commercial real estate industry in Arizona over a period of at least 15 years, along with direct … [More]
