Christian Brands of Phoenix Acquires Historic Indiana Clergy Attire Manufacturer

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Christian Brands of Phoenix, AZ, has acquired the Murphy Robes Company of Indianapolis, IN. Murphy Cap & Gown was founded in 1913 and was a family owned and operated company focused on providing exceptional Christian choir gowns, pulpit robes, clergy attire and vestments as well as a full line of clergy shirts. In 2008 Murphy Cap & Gown was acquired by Herff … [More]

Gilbert Chef Faces Off for Ultimate Seafood Cooking Competition

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Chef Nick Farrer of Isabel’s Amor in Gilbert will face-off against 13 other chefs from around the country to the nation’s ultimate seafood cooking competition, the 18th Annual Great American Seafood Cook-Off. Chef Nick Farrer is no stranger to competition on all levels, especially battling the clock and several other chefs. Chef Farrer has made three appearances on Food … [More]

One of the Largest VA Outpatient Clinics in the U.S. Finishes Construction

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Hoefer Welker, a Kansas City-based architecture firm, and U.S. Federal Properties (USFP), a Kansas City-based developer, recently finished construction on an outpatient clinic for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) located in Phoenix, Arizona. The Phoenix 32nd Street VA Clinic, which spans roughly 275,000 square feet across 15 acres, will see half a million patient … [More]

WEBINAR – Aug 2: Delegation Without Pain, Misery and Regret

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UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for the upcoming Small Business Boot Camp virtual webinars and monthly workshops. If you missed any past sessions, watch here. Delegation Without Pain, Misery and Regret 08/02/2022 | 9:00 AM When was the last time you told yourself, "I know I should delegate this, but it's so much easier just to do it myself." Join … [More]

Homebuilder Commits to EPA’s Highest Water-Efficiency Standards in All Its Future Arizona Homes

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KB Home, one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the U.S., announced that every home built in future Arizona, California and Nevada communities will be WaterSense® labeled, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) highest standard for water efficiency and performance. Additionally, these homes will be rated using the RESNET® HERSH2O® system to ensure that … [More]

Amazon’s Custom Electric Delivery Vehicles Hit Phoenix Area Streets

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Customers across the U.S. will begin to see custom electric delivery vehicles from Rivian delivering their Amazon packages, with the electric vehicles hitting the road in Phoenix, Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City, Nashville, San Diego, Seattle, and St. Louis, among other cities. This rollout is just the beginning of what is expected to be thousands of Amazon’s custom … [More]

5 Quick Steps to Manage an Underperforming Employee

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Overlooking underperforming employees can be detrimental to a business. An employee who doesn’t get the job done can lead to another employee picking up the slack. This can in turn lead to burnout and the resignation of a quality team member. Once you let one employee get away with poor performance, many more will follow. Communications expert Eric M. Bailey shares his tips … [More]

Tempe Chamber Names Top Businesses at Business Excellence Awards

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The Tempe Chamber of Commerce held the 22nd Annual State of the Chamber and Business Excellence Awards, presented by Southwest Airlines, on June 30 at the Embassy Suites Hotel.  The Tempe Chamber recognized outstanding Chamber members, celebrating those that demonstrate business excellence and go above and beyond to make Tempe a great place to work and live. “There is a wide … [More]

Major Fleet Owners Urge Smart, Rapid Build-Out of EV Infrastructure

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A letter sent to state leaders and the Federal Highway Administration on behalf of the Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance and NAFA Fleet Management Association detailed a set of recommendations designed to guide the build-out of cost-effective, equitable, and reliable electric vehicle charging infrastructure, particularly as states look to spend funds from the National … [More]

SRP Gets Climate Registered™ Platinum Status Distinction, First Named for 2020 Reporting Year

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Salt River Project (SRP) has been awarded Climate Registered™ Platinum Status for the 2020 reporting year. The Climate Registry, a nonprofit organization, is North America’s largest voluntary registry for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. SRP earned this recognition, awarded on behalf of The Climate Registry, by setting and disclosing a public GHG reduction goal as well as a … [More]

Car Wash Co. Expands Desert Footprint with New Phoenix Area Locations

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Super Star Car Wash, the Arizona leader specializing in express car washes, is celebrating four new locations opened during the months of May and June. The latest wash in the Phoenix area is now open at 5810 W. Thunderbird Rd Glendale. Super Star’s first Florence, AZ location, located at 3517 N Hunt Hwy, opened June 14th, and marks the second location in Pinal County. The other … [More]

Local Blockchain Solutions Co. Named ‘Ten Most Influential’

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ZorroSign, Inc., a global leader in blockchain-based digital signature solutions, announced an Insights Success cover story lauding the company as one of the “Ten Most Innovative FinTech Solution Providers in 2022.” The article celebrates ZorroSign’s multi-chain blockchain platform as a groundbreaking solution in financial technologies and driving force for blockchain and … [More]

Large Majority of Small Business Owners Report Inflation Pressures Worsening, Says Survey

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The NFIB Research Center released a new survey assessing the impact inflation is having on small businesses. Overall, over half (56%) of small employers reported that inflation is having a substantial impact on their business while about a third (35%) reported a moderate impact. Three quarters (75%) of owners reported that inflation pressure is getting worse, a quarter (25%) … [More]

PetSmart Charities Announces $15 Million Commitment to Improve Access to Veterinary Care

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More than 70% of homes in the U.S. now include a pet. While pets improve the lives of their people, some 50 million pets lack access to even the standard veterinary care needed to maintain long, healthy lives. PetSmart Charities is addressing this discrepancy with a $15 million commitment in 2022 to support veterinary organizations and community changemakers across the U.S. … [More]

Consumers: What You May Not Know About ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Services

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"Buy now, pay later" services are responsible for $100 million in annual transactions and have quickly become a go-to financial tool for millions of Americans. Although these options provide an easier way to make purchases, they aren’t without risks. “People love the convenience, but there remains a lot of misunderstanding surrounding BNPL services and their impact on … [More]

Homebuyer Bidding-War Rate Dipped below 50%, Lowest Level in over Two Years

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Nationwide, 49.9% of home offers written by Redfin agents faced competition on a seasonally adjusted basis in June, according to a new report from Redfin (www.redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s the lowest share since May 2020 and the first time the bidding-war rate has been below 50% since that same month, when the housing market was at a near … [More]

Phoenix Symphony CEO to Step Down, Search for New Leader Begins

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The Phoenix Symphony President and Chief Executive Officer Suzanne Wilson will step down from her position to relocate to London, England for a unique opportunity presented to her family. Wilson’s departure will be late fall 2022. Wilson joined TPS in January 2020 working tirelessly to rebuild the multi-million-dollar organization, ultimately redefining its entire business … [More]

Travel Center Reveals New Remodel as Part of $1B National Initiative

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Pilot Travel Center, the company that keeps North America’s drivers moving as one of the leading suppliers of fuel and the largest operator of travel centers, is ready to welcome travelers to its Phoenix center with a fully refreshed look and new amenities. The renovations are part of Pilot Company’s nationwide initiative, called New Horizons, to invest $1 billion in remodeling … [More]

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