BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest Announces 2020 Torch Awards for Ethics Finalists

BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest

Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB) announces 16 Arizona companies selected as finalists for the 2020 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics, sponsored by Desert Financial Credit Union. The program raises awareness in marketplace ethics and honors businesses who operate with integrity. BBB made the critical decision to pivot this year’s in-person event to a virtual … [More]

New Forecast Sees Home Sales Peak This Fall, Stay above Pre-Pandemic Levels through the Coming Year

Zillow

After a remarkably hot summer, home sales are expected to peak this fall then taper off in 2021 while staying above pre-pandemic levels, according to a forecast by Zillow's team of economists in this week's Market Report1. Key market stats from the week ending Sept. 19 show depleted inventory levels plumbing new depths and prices skyrocketing over 2019 figures. FORECAST: … [More]

Arizona Makes Top Ten Least Safe States for Children Traveling in Cars

Go Safe Labs

As part of Child Passenger Safety Week, Go Safe Labs today released a new national traffic safety study revealing the top ten least safe states for car accidents involving children. The non-profit transportation safety group’s report also concludes that across the nation, children are more likely to be involved in car accidents in rural versus urban areas – data that can inform … [More]

Is a Seasonal Business a Timely Fit for You? 4 Ways to Make It Work

inbusinessPHX.com

An ever-changing economy creates new opportunities for entrepreneurs, even during these rocky times that COVID-19 has caused. Whether people are looking for a better work-life balance, a new job after having lost one, or an extra source of income, opening a seasonal business is one strategy that fits those goals, says Chris Buitron, president of Mosquito Authority. “Many … [More]

Final Chance to Cruise the Zoo (In Your Car That Is)

Phoenix Zoo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIMYm6yqVDc If you haven't "cruised" through the Phoenix Zoo yet - this is your last chance! CRUISE ONLY - NO FOOT-TRAFFIC! Catch your last chance to see exotic animals from the comfort of your own vehicle this weekend! Cruise the Zoo takes you past tortoises, giraffe, baboons, mandrills, rhinos, flamingos, elephants, lions, tigers, … [More]

HalloweenCostumes.com Release Results of Their 2020 ‘Halloween in America’ Survey

HalloweenCostumes.com

HalloweenCostumes.com, the largest online-only retailer of Halloween costumes, has officially released the results of their 2020 "Halloween in America" survey. With the economic effects of COVID-19, many are left wondering how the virus will affect the way people celebrate Halloween this year. HalloweenCostumes.com surveyed 1,505 respondents to reveal how the United States will … [More]

NFIB: Small Businesses Need Additional Financial Assistance to Survive

NFIB

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, today pushed for support of the formal resolution to allow for expedited floor consideration of H.R. 8265. “Small business owners are working day and night to remain afloat, take care of their employees and their communities, and keep their doors open, said … [More]

Digital Court Recording Technology Co. Launches Virtual Justice Platform for AZ Judicial Branch

For The Record

For The Record is pleased to announce the launch of its Virtual Justice platform with a successful roll out for the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County. Virtual Justice combines the security of Microsoft Teams with For The Record’s industry leading solutions for capturing, managing, and distributing recordings of court proceedings to address the needs … [More]

Luxury North Phoenix Multifamily Property Sells for $90M at I-17 and Loop 303

Institutional Property Advisors

Institutional Property Advisors, a division of Marcus & Millichap, announced the sale of Liv North Valley, a 385-unit luxury multifamily asset in Phoenix, Arizona. The property sold for $90 million, which equates to $233,766 per unit “A modern desert oasis in the Phoenix Sonoran Preserve, Liv North Valley attracts affluent suburban dwellers from Greater … [More]

WebPT Selected as Platform Partner for New Therapy Alliance Network

WebPT

Southern California-based Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) today announced Phoenix-based WebPT as its platform partner for Therapy Alliance, a premier network created by PRN that provides value-added, growth-focused services to rehab therapy clinics, helping free up providers to focus on delivering exceptional care quality and patient experiences. PRN, the … [More]

State Personal Income Increased 35.1% in Arizona, Above National Average

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis

State personal income increased 34.2 percent at an annual rate in the second quarter of 2020, an acceleration from the 4.1 percent increases in the first quarter, according to estimates released today by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (table 1). Personal income increased in every state and the District of Columbia ranging from 15.3 percent in the District of Columbia to 76.3 … [More]

ASU Researchers Receive $6M State Contract to Develop Rapid, 20-Minute COVID-19 Saliva Test

Arizona State University

As the world manages through the coronavirus pandemic, Arizona State University continues its work to discover and develop easier and more widespread COVID-19 testing to assist in managing the virus. In May, researchers at ASU’s Biodesign Institute produced the western United States’ first FDA approved saliva-based COVID-19 test – one of only a handful available in the … [More]

E-Scooter-Related Injuries Are on the Rise, CPSC Releases New Study and Public Service Announcement

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

The use of micromobility products, including e-scooters, hoverboards, and e-bikes, has grown in popularity in recent years. Users say they are a convenient, cost-effective and fun mode of transportation for short distances. Unfortunately, injuries and deaths associated with their use have also increased, according to a new report by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety … [More]

Jaclyn Pederson Appointed New Chief Executive Officer of Feeding Matters

Feeding Matters

The Board of Directors of Feeding Matters, a national advocacy organization for Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD), is pleased to announce the appointment of Jaclyn Pederson as new Chief Executive Officer, effective as of September. She will assume the responsibilities of Chris Linn who has stepped down after 12 years of service in the role to be at home with her children during … [More]

$14 Million More to Support Universities’ Response to Pandemic, $31M to Date

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Joined by public health and university leaders, Governor Doug Ducey today announced the State of Arizona is investing $14 million additional dollars to support the efforts of Arizona State University, the University of Arizona and Northern Arizona University to contain the spread of COVID-19 and protect Arizona communities. The state is providing $8 million for additional … [More]

In Business Magazine Celebrates 15 Valley Women for Leadership in a Time When It Is Needed More than Ever

In Business Magazine

In Business Magazine is, once again, bringing together top local women of achievement to share their stories and inspire Valley business leaders at the annual Women of Achievement event on Wednesday, October 28, 2020, in a live broadcast for registered guests. Fifteen Valley Women of Achievement are being celebrated for their achievements in leadership at a time when leadership … [More]

Survey Finds 51% Have Been More Productive Working from Home during COVID-19

FlexJobs

According to a FlexJobs survey* of approximately 4,000 people who have been working remotely during the pandemic, 51 percent report they have been much more productive working from home than they were in the traditional office. 44 percent said their productivity was about the same. Only 5 percent say they have been less productive in their home office. Overall Views on … [More]

Zillow Offers Will Expand Services to Phoenix and Tucson in 2021

Zillow

 Zillow Group, Inc., announced plans to bring Zillow Offers customers a more simple, integrated transaction experience through added services, managed in house. Starting in January 2021, customers in Atlanta, Phoenix and Tucson who sell homes through Zillow Offers will work directly with trusted, licensed employees of Zillow Homes, a licensed brokerage entity. … [More]

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