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]
Cavanagh Law’s John Wittwer Appointed to Prestigious Chairmanship
John Wittwer, a Senior Member at premier multi-practice Cavanagh Law Firm in Phoenix, was appointed chapter chair for the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS) in Arizona. PLUS is the primary source of professional liability educational programs and seminars, networking events, educational products and information regarding professional liability. … [More]
Commercial Energy Efficiency Programs from SRP
Salt River Project’s commercial energy efficiency programs range from offering common facility upgrades to customized solutions with review of customer projects for potential energy-efficient upgrades unique to their facilities and operations. These programs frequently provide business rebates for purchases of popular high-efficiency equipment used in lighting, HVAC, compressed … [More]
State’s First Woman-Owned, South Asian Film Production and Entertainment Company
Bringing her expertise in real estate to the film industry, award-winning commercial real estate and land consultant Anita Verma-Lallian recently announced the creation of Camelback Productions, Arizona’s first female- and South Asian-owned film production and entertainment company. It is also the first company of its kind with a focus on South Asian storytelling. There are … [More]
Cave + Post Trading Co. Men’s Boutique Triples Size with New Location
Nearly a year and a half after opening their original location, Patrick and Mary Burch, owners of Cave + Post Trading Co., recently moved their popular men’s boutique into an expanded space in the former Easley’s Fun Shop (509 W. McDowell Road, Suite 102, Phoenix). “We’ve had an overwhelmingly positive response to the shop,” says Cave + Post co-owner Patrick Burch. “Over … [More]
Looking Good 2023 – March Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements Cavanagh Attorney Appointed to Prestigious Chairmanship Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass Amenities Awarded Five Stars by Forbes VanTrust EVP Honored with NAIOP Arizona’s 2022 Award of Excellence Philanthropy Michael Pollack Donates Life-Changing Gift U.S. Egg Partners with Local Rescue to Find Dogs ‘Furever’ Homes … [More]
Cavanagh Attorney Appointed to Prestigious Chairmanship
John Wittwer, a senior member at The Cavanagh Law Firm in Phoenix, was recently appointed to chapter chair for the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS) in Arizona. PLUS is the primary source of professional liability educational programs and seminars, networking events, educational products and information regarding professional liability. … [More]
Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass Amenities Awarded Five Stars by Forbes
In the recently announced 2023 Star Awards and Recommended Ratings by Forbes Travel Guide, the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass earned the 2023 Forbes Travel Guide Recommended Rating, and both Aji Spa and Kai restaurant earned the 2023 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award. … [More]
VanTrust EVP Honored with NAIOP Arizona’s 2022 Award of Excellence
Keith Earnest, a 35-year veteran of the commercial real estate industry and executive vice president for VanTrust Real Estate, LLC, recently received NAIOP Arizona’s 2022 Award of Excellence. As EVP of VanTrust, Earnest has overseen the completion of 2.3 million square feet of development in Arizona, including office, industrial and multifamily projects. … [More]
Michael Pollack Donates Life-Changing Gift
Michael A. Pollack, president and founder of Michael A. Pollack Real Estate Investments, partnered last December with Child Crisis Arizona to treat each of 20 Valley families to a $1,000 shopping spree at Target, where they could use the money to buy groceries, clothing, toys or anything they might want or need for the holidays. … [More]
U.S. Egg Partners with Local Rescue to Find Dogs ‘Furever’ Homes
Family-owned and -operated U.S. Egg recently teamed up with local nonprofit KD’s Husky Rescue AZ to host a free adoption and fundraiser event where attendees could meet adoptable dogs as well as enjoy breakfast and lunch, including “pupcakes” shaped like huskies, while raising money for the nonprofit dedicated to helping unwanted huskies escape high-kill shelters in Arizona. … [More]
Fire Safety Tips for Commercial Building Owners
Commercial properties such as office building need to be a safe place for employees and customers. Myriad issues often arise during fire safety inspections in offices. The most common issues include not having enough fire extinguishers for the space, improper installation of safety equipment, out-of-date inspections and repairs not taking place or done incorrectly. Identifying … [More]
