Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Phoenix Downtown. Designed with unique customization, local art, full-service bar, meeting space, tech-savvy enhancements, and plenty of space to call their own, travelers and their pets can enjoy comfortable, stylish suites with the flexibility of separate … [More]
White Castle Expanding in Arizona with New Goodyear Location
2024 is shaping to be a good year for Cravers in Arizona demanding even more White Castle. The iconic family-owned brand, the first fast food hamburger chain in America, plans to open a third Arizona restaurant – in Goodyear! The new 3,220-square-foot Castle will be located at 1420 North Bullard Ave., near the intersection of McDowell Road just north of I-10 in Goodyear. The … [More]
Brand Personalities of Top Four U.S. Airlines Revealed in Study
Phoenix-based Zion & Zion, a full-service, global marketing agency, released part six of its multi-part study that explores the relative brand personalities of 45 top U.S. brands. In the sixth study, the Zion & Zion research team explored brand personalities of the top four U.S. airlines and the impact of those personalities on performance. In a prior study the Zion … [More]
Technology Partnership Helps Address Shortage of Primary and Behavioral Health Professionals
Working to address Arizona’s shortage of primary and behavioral health resources, Spectrum Healthcare, one of the state’s largest nonprofit healthcare providers, has selected NextGen Healthcare, a leading provider of cloud-based technology solutions, to support its delivery of whole-person care. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, 82 areas in the … [More]
Phoenix Suns Entertainment Partnership to Elevate Experience
Confirmed360 announced a new partnership with the Phoenix Suns to become the team's proud entertainment concierge partner. "Confirmed360 is thrilled to unveil our game-changing partnership with the Phoenix Suns, amplifying the fan experience to new heights," said Matt Ampolsky, CEO, Confirmed360. "The Suns' commitment to delivering innovative, world-class experiences … [More]
Credit Union Opens New HQ in Tempe
TruWest® Credit Union announces the relocation of its Arizona headquarters from 1667 N Priest Dr. to 2190 E. Elliott Rd. in Tempe. The new headquarters are centrally located for all employees with access to amenities, public transportation and the 101 freeway. “We believe our new space will foster creativity, collaboration and innovation, providing spaces that fit the growing … [More]
New Report Finds Growth of Women Business Owners Outpaces the Market, Metro Phoenix a Top Area
Women-owned businesses continue to fuel the economy, representing 39.1% of all businesses – over 14 million – employing 12.2 million workers, and generating $2.7 trillion in revenue. According to the 2024 Wells Fargo Impact of Women-Owned Business Report, in partnership with Ventureneer, CoreWoman, and Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP), the number of women-owned businesses … [More]
onsemi Releases DC Ultra-Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions to Address Critical Barriers to EV Adoption
onsemi announced the availability of nine new EliteSiC Power Integrated Modules (PIMs) enabling bidirectional charging capabilities for DC ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers and energy storage systems (ESS). The silicon carbide-based solutions will dramatically improve system cost with higher efficiency and simpler cooling mechanisms that can reduce size by up to 40% and … [More]
EVENT – Jan. 18: Lunch and Learn Workshop: Common TPT Errors and How to Avoid Them
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for an Arizona Small Business Boot Camp! Lunch and Learn Workshop: Common TPT Errors and How to Avoid Them 01/18/2023 | 12:00 PM Join us for a lunch and learn where ADOR will share the common errors found with Transaction Privilege Tax returns and payments and how to avoid them. REGISTER NOW … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 17: Special Session: Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting – How to Prepare for the New 2024 Business Requirement
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for an Arizona Small Business Boot Camp! Special Session: Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting - How to Prepare for the New 2024 Business Requirement 01/17/2023 | 9:00 AM Many companies in the United States will need to report information about their beneficial owners, the individuals who own or control … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Homebuilder Launch Its First Project in Fountain Hills
KLMR Homes, a Scottsdale-based homebuilder, has opened its first project – Bellos at The Summit in Fountain Hills. The first two homes are now available for tours. Bellos at The Summit features 27 homesites with 360-degree views of the Valley. Prior to 2005, 41 existing homes were built, and the community remained unfinished until KLMR Homes acquired the lots in 2020. The … [More]
2024 Predictions on AI, Cybersecurity, and Email Authentication
As the commentaries that follow detail, in 2024, we can expect to see a dramatic escalation in AI-fueled disinformation and sophisticated cyber threats, especially during the U.S. election year! With disinformation spreading more rapidly due to advanced AI tools, email authentication will become critical to safeguard against false narratives. The election season will likely … [More]
Snell & Wilmer Names Mike Donahey Managing Partner of Its Phoenix Office
Snell & Wilmer is pleased to announce that partner Mike Donahey has been named managing partner of the firm's Phoenix office effective January 1, 2024. Snell & Wilmer's Phoenix, Arizona office traces its origins to 1938, when Mark Wilmer and Frank Snell established the firm. Phoenix is Snell & Wilmer's largest office, with more than 200 attorneys serving a … [More]
Inflation Returns as Top Business Problem on Main Street, Says Report
Inflation surpassed labor quality in December as top business problem
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased 1.3 points in December to 91.9, marking the 24th consecutive month below the 50-year average of 98. Twenty-three percent of small business owners reported that inflation was their single most important problem in operating their business, up one point from last month, and replacing labor quality as the top concern. “Small … [More]
New Non-Profit Offers Specialized Training Programs and Resources to First Responders, Innaugral Fundraiser Feb 6
Board Developer, a business providing enhancement and professional development services to for-profit and nonprofit organizations and leaders, announced today the formation of Preston’s Pursuit for Acceptance. The new non-profit equips first responders with the knowledge, skills and tools necessary to effectively interact with individuals on the autism spectrum. The … [More]
Labor Quality Remains Top Concern for Small Business Owners
Forty percent of owners have job openings they could not fill
The percent of small business owners reporting labor quality as their top small business operating problem remains elevated at 20%, according to NFIB’s monthly jobs report. Labor costs reported as the single most important problem for business owners increased one point to 9%, four points below the highest reading of 13% reached in December 2021. “The tight labor market has … [More]
W. P. Carey School of Business, Televerde Foundation Expand Prison Education Program
Since 2020, the ASU W. P. Carey School of Business and Televerde Foundation have worked alongside community partners to offer a unique PATHS program for women as they transition out of prison. PATHS, an acronym for Prepare, Achieve, and Transform for Healthy Success, teaches skills in personal wellness, workplace readiness, employment strategies, mentoring, financial literacy, … [More]
Chamber Foundation Announces Recipients of Metro Phoenix Black Women in Business Grants
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Wells Fargo are proud to announce the recipients of the Black Women in Business Supportive Grants totaling $100,000. The grants were awarded to assist Black women-owned businesses in developing, growing and sustaining their businesses.The recipients are as follows: 2 Doves Notary, LLC – Joycelyn Wooten Arizona Network of … [More]
