Supporting Arizonans In Need

State of Arizona Office of the Governor

Businesses, families and organizations throughout the state have been adversely impacted by COVID-19 — and many Arizonans are asking what they can do to help. Arizonans can make charitable donations to support those in need during this unprecedented time, while earning dollar-for-dollar state tax credits. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the deadline for filing and paying State … [More]

COVID-19 Hit Shows Up Strongly in March Data, Loss of 701,000 Jobs

The Center for Economic and Policy Research

The impact of the COVID-19 shutdowns showed up very clearly in the March data as the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a loss of 701,000 jobs, a decline almost as high as the peaks hit in the housing crash. The unemployment rate jumped 0.9 percentage points to 4.4 percent, while the employment-to-population ratio (EPOP) fell by 1.1 percentage points to 60.0 percent. The … [More]

Collabtech Group Announces Investment by Knox Capital

Collabtech | April 2, 2020

Collabtech Group, the trusted global provider of collaboration technology services, today announces a strategic partnership with Knox Capital Holdings, LLC (“Knox”). With an already strong presence in 110 countries, the investment from Knox is intended to accelerate its international expansion plans. Founded by Shawn Leonard less than three years ago, Collabtech has completed … [More]

Free Immediate Help for IT Admins During the Corona Crisis

baramundi | April 2, 2020

baramundi Software is offering free use of its baramundi Management System (bMS) unified endpoint management (UEM) software for IT administrators to set up, secure, and maintain remote work-from-home infrastructures during the Coronavirus crisis. The Emergency Aid Package for IT Admins is available immediately for four months. It can be installed and used within a day. It … [More]

Delta Technology to Help Manufacturers During The COVID-19 Pandemic

Delta Technology | April 2, 2020

Current circumstances have created an air of uncertainty and doubt apparent throughout all levels of our society. One sign of hope is the rapidly evolving “public-private partnerships” between government entities and privately-owned businesses. As a locally owned small business specializing in automation and robotics, Delta Technology sees helping manufacturers as its … [More]

#44 Teams Up With Steak 44 to Deliver Meals to Healthcare Workers on the Frontlines

Steak 44 | April 2, 2020

All over the country for the past several weeks World Series Champion and Chicago Cubs First Baseman Anthony Rizzo has been raising money and partnering with local restaurants to deliver meals to healthcare workers on the frontlines. This Thursday, April 2nd the Rizzo Family Foundation will partner with Steak 44 in Phoenix to bring its fine cuisine to doctors, nurses and … [More]

APS Contributes $250,000 to the AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund

APS | April 1, 2020

Arizona Public Service (APS) contributed $250,000 to the AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund, supporting organizations working to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 in the state. The AZ Coronavirus Relief Fund, established by Governor Ducey as part of the Arizona Together initiative last week, will provide financial support to organizations working to support Arizonans during the … [More]

FastMed Urgent Care Launches COVID-19 Self-Assessment Tool

FastMed Urgent Care | April 1, 2020

FastMed Urgent Care, one of the nation’s largest urgent care providers, announces the launch of its COVID-19 self-assessment tool on fastmed.com. FastMed is offering its COVID-19 self-assessment tool as a free public service to help patients quickly decide where to seek appropriate medical care based on a brief series of questions that help assess the risk of … [More]

Get up to 100% Forgivable Loan from the SBA

by Alexis Glascock and Jon Hall | April 1, 2020

Arizona small businesses now have the opportunity to receive an up to 100-percent forgivable loan to keep their businesses afloat and employees working. Under the new $2+ trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and, Economic Security (CARES Act) “Paycheck Protection Plan,” businesses with fewer than 500 employees can receive a loan from the Small Business Association to cover payroll, … [More]

Arizona Grocery Worker Pay Increase and New Benefits During COVID-19 Outbreak

UFCW | April 1, 2020

The Kroger Co. and the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) International Union announced a new increase to the pay and benefits for more than 16,000 Arizona grocery workers at Fry’s and Smith’s stores across the state. This victory for more than 460,000 Kroger grocery workers nationwide was secured by UFCW, which represents 1.3 million workers in grocery, retail, and … [More]

April 1: Providing Relief to Arizonans Impacted by COVID-19

State of Arizona Office of the Governor | April 1, 2020

As the new month arrives, Arizona has taken a series of proactive actions to provide financial relief to members of the public impacted by the disease. The Governor met with representatives from utilities, banks, internet providers, landlords and more to ensure Arizonans don’t see critical services shut off and are allowed to remain in their homes. These meetings have been … [More]

Sift Fact from Fiction When It Comes to Immunity-Boosting Claims for Coronavirus

Global Wellness Institute | April 1, 2020

The Global Wellness Institute™ (GWI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to empower wellness worldwide, reminds wellness seekers that there is evidence-based, medical research available on mainstream wellness modalities. Since the launch of WellnessEvidence.com in 2015, the GWI’s researchers have made it their mission to help individuals more easily sift through … [More]

Protecting Sensitive Company Information When Working Remotely

by Greg Sitrick

With so many people working from home, many of the safeguards and systems that companies rely on to protect their information become less effective, partially compromised or even completely obsolete.  The fact is that a company's sensitive information is at greater risk of being pirated when it's being handled outside the office.  For example, many of us have smart devices such … [More]

SBA and Treasury Begin Unprecedented Public-Private Mobilization Effort to Distribute Funds

Small Business Administration | April 1, 2020

Following President Trump’s signing of the historic Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza and Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin today announced that the SBA and Treasury Department have initiated a robust mobilization effort of banks and other lending institutions to provide small businesses with the capital they … [More]

Solugenix Corporation Launches COVID Guide to Help Business

Solugenix Corporation | March 31, 2020

Solugenix Corporation, a 50-year leader of IT implementation and support services, has launched the COVID Guide resource center, a hub of up-to-date information and best practices for business resilience at this challenging time. The Guide includes checklists for key business operations, including Information Technology, Finance and Human Resources. “In mid-March many of our … [More]

POLICY CHANGE: FedEx Express International to Begin Temporary Surcharge

FedEx | March 31, 2020

FedEx is an essential business keeping commerce moving and delivering critical relief during the COVID-19 crisis. We are still delivering for you under state of emergency and shelter in place restrictions issued in various parts of the world. These restrictions are disrupting the global supply chain. Air cargo capacity is limited, and we’ve had to make adjustments so that … [More]

90-Day Fee Relief For Restaurants, Bars Impacted By COVID-19

State of Arizona Office of the Governor | March 31, 2020

To provide additional assistance to restaurants and bars facing loss due to COVID-19, Governor Doug Ducey announced the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control will defer the payment of all liquor licensing fees by 90 days. Previously, missing a liquor licensing payment period could result in a restaurant’s inability to sell liquor or even the loss of its liquor … [More]

Local Company Donates Scooters to Valley Restaurants to Increase Food Delivery

Phat Scooters | March 31, 2020

Local electric scooter company Phat Scooters is stepping up to help local restaurants during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) shutdown by donating a dozen electric scooters, valued at more than $30,000, to help with food deliveries. With a passion for small business, CEO and Founder Peter Johnson worked with the Phat Scooters executive team to quickly develop a program … [More]

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