New Hard Seltzer Is Branded ‘Personality in a Can’

by Mike Hunter

Local beverage industry veterans Sheldon Wiley and Eric Burdick recently launched a new “hard seltzer sensation” exclusively in Phoenix. Engagingly named Becky and sporting a tagline of “personality juice,” it is currently available in four flavors: pink lemonade, passion fruit, mango and tropical cherry. It is sold at select retailers Total Wine, BevMo and AJ’s Fine Foods and … [More]

Why Phoenix Is the Perfect Market for Expansion 

by James Kerr

When evaluating new markets throughout the U.S. for our company’s expansion, we look at a number of factors that include population demographics, physical environment and socio-economic data. For Boss Security Screens, these are important elements as they help determine if there is a need and a willingness of the population to buy our security screens and doors.  The purpose … [More]

Guides & Resources – June 2021

Find out more in each issue of In Business Magazine as we provide resources and guides that can help businesses get and stay connected to the information they need to build business. COVID-19 Business Stimulus: With now two phases of the Paycheck Protection Program loans and other Small Business Administration loans and stimulus packages, we include these links for … [More]

Looking Good 2021 – June Standouts

  Achievements Jennifer Adler Wins Stevie Award for Entrepreneur of the Year Coppersmith Brockelman in 2021 ‘Chambers USA’ Best in Nation Rankings Ballard Spahr in 2021 ‘Chambers USA’ Best in Nation Rankings … [More]

Partnership Gives The Alkaline Water Company Significant Distribution Gains

by Ricky Wright

Scottsdale-based The Alkaline Water Company, the creator of Alkaline88TM, has entered into its first major agreement with a Direct Store Distributor (DSD). After eight years of growing the brand in the grocery channel and becoming the No. 1-selling bulk alkaline water in the country, management has chosen to enter into a long-term agreement with local distributor Hensley … [More]

Pita Jungle Spirit in Mexican Ghost Kitchen

by Mike Hunter

Pita Jungle has taken its healthy Mediterranean concept and moved to a new continent with A Su Salud — “to your health” — a Mexican food ghost kitchen. Piloting its concept at its Tempe location, Pita Jungle launched A Su Salud in March, offering delivery through its third-party delivery partners as well as pick-up service. “Mexican cuisine offers a palette of vibrant and … [More]

Design’s New Direction Post-Pandemic

by Mike Hunter

The year 2020 was a tough one for most industries. Phoenix-based Ideation Design Group felt the brunt of the pandemic's crushing losses to restaurants, hospitality brands and the airport industry on a multi-faceted level. Fast forward to 2021, and things are looking up for the renowned design firm that successfully navigated a pivot by expanding into new industries and focusing … [More]

Guides & Resources – May 2021

Find out more in each issue of In Business Magazine as we provide resources and guides that can help businesses get and stay connected to the information they need to build business. COVID-19 Business Stimulus: With now two phases of the Paycheck Protection Program loans and other Small Business Administration loans and stimulus packages, we include these links for … [More]

Looking Good 2021 – May Standouts

  Achievements Fired Pie Is Only AZ Restaurant to Make ‘Hottest’ List Handwrytten Named a ‘Most Innovative Company’ Philanthropy PROShred Arizona Event Benefits Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue Larry H. Miller Dealerships Deliver Carfuls of Comfort for AZ Foster Children … [More]

Remote Recruiting and Hiring Can Further DEI

by Shannon Hogue

Last year, companies that would typically hire software engineers from geographical bubbles (i.e., select colleges and within Silicon Valley) began embracing the idea of tapping into a talent pipeline of remote workers. As more organizations consider making the shift to remote work permanent, engineering management teams are incorporating remote developer hiring as a core … [More]