Construction has historically been a male-dominated sector. In the 1960s, only about 6% of construction industry workers were women. This figure began to rise sharply between 1970 and the early 1990s, coinciding with increasing rates of female labor force participation overall. Between then and the mid-2000s, female representation in the construction sector remained relatively … [More]
BODI Scottsdale Trends with Red Light for Fitness, Recovery
Red light therapy has quickly moved from a popular beauty treatment to one of the most talked-about innovations in fitness and fitness recovery. Long recognized for its dermatological benefits, including improved skin texture, reduced fine lines, and even boosted hair growth, red light is now gaining traction in performance and recovery circles. At BODI Scottsdale, one of the … [More]
Structured Loss Control Programs: Protecting Against Rising Costs in High-Risk Industries
In sectors like construction and manufacturing, a single incident can trigger escalating claims that may snowball into nuclear verdicts, high premium costs and long-term reputational damage. More than checking compliance boxes, structured loss control programs fortify defense, demonstrate accountability to insurers and enhance bottom lines in industries where risk never sleeps … [More]
Waymo Launches New Feature for Businesses
Waymo recently launched Waymo for Business. It offers organizations a powerful blend of safe, sustainable transportation and enterprise-grade management tools, making it a strategic solution for employee, student and guest mobility. From an organizational perspective, the value of consistency and safety cannot be overstated. Waymo’s autonomous fleet operates 24/7, ensuring … [More]
BeeStop Innovates Protection against Home Invasion
When local entrepreneur Mitchell Cooper saw a shocking video of a home invasion, he was inspired to help homeowners feel safe and empowered in their own homes. Cooper, a dentist with an engineering background, began developing his idea for the BeeStop Unit. He then enlisted the help of his sons Shane, a student at Arizona State University W.P. Carey School of Business studying … [More]
Millennials and Gen Z Redefine Prenups as Smart Business Strategy
Once viewed as a taboo topic, prenuptial agreements are now gaining ground as a symbol of financial transparency and partnership. A recent study shows that nearly half of engaged or married millennials, and 41% of Gen Z, now have prenups in place. This shift reflects a generational change in how couples approach both relationships and finances, and it carries meaningful … [More]
BioLab Gifts Alma Mater with $2.2 Million
BioLab Holdings, Inc., an ASU alumni-founded biotech manufacturer in Mesa, recently gifted ASU's W. P. Carey School of Business with $2.2 million to support new scholarships, professional development travel, and the creation and buildout of the BioLab Sales and Innovation Lab. … [More]
Carlisle Companies Supports Suicide Prevention Program
Carlisle Companies Incorporated recently pledged $1.5 million to expand Phoenix Children’s Suicide Prevention Program, strengthening efforts to identify and support youth at risk for suicide. This new commitment builds on Carlisle’s initial investment, which launched the program’s pilot phase in March 2023. … [More]
MC Companies Dedicates Day to Community
Scottsdale-based multifamily investment, development and management company MC Companies demonstrated its commitment to community service recently with its 4th annual Volunteer Day, when employees across the country stepped away from their desks and properties to dedicate the day to helping local food banks and nonprofits. … [More]
Cox Charities Invests in Arizona Nonprofits
Cox, helping to bridge the gap as fewer Americans are donating to nonprofits, is increasing Arizona grants to at least $10,000 and some to $20,000. Cox employees, who fund Cox Charities through personal contributions, have raised $540,000 this year for nonprofits in the communities where they live and work. Grants target conservation, STEM and food security. … [More]
Plexus Worldwide Combats Food Insecurity
Scottsdale wellness company Plexus Worldwide’s recent support of Hunger Action Month was part of its Nourish One campaign to end food insecurity. During the annual Week of Service, 138 Plexus® team members volunteered 410 hours at the St. Mary’s Food Bank. In those four days, a total of 87,051 meals were contributed with a Plexus donation of $15,000 to help feed families across … [More]
Bashas’ Supports Feeding America Food Banks
Bashas’ — building on its long-time commitment to giving back to the communities it serves — stepped up to support its Feeding America food bank partners as food banks throughout Arizona and New Mexico were reporting growing requests for assistance. Over a four-day period recently, Bashas’ donated 20% of its profits across all stores to the hunger relief effort. … [More]
Southwest Gas Helps The Foster Alliance Bring Holiday Cheer
More than 150 Southwest Gas employees partnered with The Foster Alliance recently to bring comfort and joy to children in foster care during a large-scale holiday volunteer event at the company’s Phoenix office. As part of Southwest Gas’ BLUE (Building Lives Up Everywhere) employee volunteer program, Southwest Gas employees along with their families assembled 100 new bicycles … [More]
Looking Good 2026 – January Standouts
PHILANTHROPY BioLab Gifts Alma Mater with $2.2 Million Carlisle Companies Supports Suicide Prevention Program MC Companies Dedicates Day to Community Cox Charities Invests in Arizona Nonprofits Plexus Worldwide Combats Food Insecurity Bashas’ Supports Feeding America Food Banks Southwest Gas Helps The Foster Alliance Bring Holiday … [More]
11 Consecutive ‘Excellence’ for Delta Dental of AZ
For the eleventh year in a row, Delta Dental of Arizona has earned the Center of Excellence certification by BenchmarkPortal — one of the most prestigious awards in the customer service and support industry. … [More]
Angry Crab Shack a Fastest-Growing Seafood Chain
Angry Crab Shack was recently named by “The Takeout” as one of the fastest-growing seafood chains in the United States. Founded in 2013 by former NFL lineman Ron Lou, the Mesa-based brand has expanded to 24 locations in the U.S. as well as two locations in London, England. … [More]
OneAZ Credit Union Grants to 48 AZ Nonprofits
OneAZ Credit Union, through its 2025 Community Impact Grants, recently awarded an incredible $240,000 in funding to 48 nonprofit organizations making a difference across Arizona — driving lasting change in housing, education, youth support and food security. … [More]
Jennifer Kaplan a 2025 PRNEWS People of the Year
Jennifer Kaplan, president and CEO of Evolve PR & Marketing, is among the distinguished honorees of the 2025 PRNEWS People of the Year, a national recognition celebrating the industry’s most influential communicators. … [More]
