Running a business requires a broader view and skill set than just working for it. This is why a few of the newly named directors at the Phoenix office of Fennemore Craig decided to do something to better qualify themselves for their decision-making role as shareholders of the law firm. “We go from law school to practicing law. There’s no business education. Yet when we … [More]
Individual Partner Spotlight
Member name: Sara Korn Business name: Marketing Communications Freelance Writer What your business offers: Marketing copy for both print and online. Website copy, blog posts, postcards, flyers — whatever you need. Graphic design, website audits, social media, and SEO services also provided where there’s a good fit with the project. Business contact info: 2307 E. Pecan … [More]
Retailer Puts On Hands-On Events
Local gift and home accessories boutique For the People, located in the Union at Biltmore Fashion Park, has planned special monthly hands-on events to connect more personally with its customers. “The type of customers who come into my store want to be invested,” says Lew Gallo, co-owner of the store. Observing that independent, smaller merchants can’t rely solely on … [More]
Financial Awards and a Dynamic Search Engine Bolster GCU Entrepreneurship Initiatives
Grand Canyon University’s recently announced third Canyon Challenge Business Plan Competition awards are part of a focus on entrepreneurial initiatives the university is supporting with financial incentives. GCU has allocated $10,000 to award the winners, and invites alumni who are angel investors to take part in the judging. The entrepreneurial initiatives also encompass … [More]
Make Business Decisions with Confidence
Marc Sachnoff, two-time Emmy-nominated TV producer and founder of new Kirkland-based start-up ModernWisdom.com, offers a new video-based e-course aimed at helping managers and business leaders become more confident in their decision-making abilities in every aspect of their work and life. In this 60-minute online workshop, Sachnoff shares an innovative process based on powerful … [More]
Employee Verification Services
The Work Number, a State of Arizona-recommended vendor, can fulfill the verification requests a business receives, on its current and historical employee population, from banks, potential employers, apartment complexes and government agencies, just to name a few — allowing a business to comply and be secure in whom it hires. … [More]
Small Business Research
Experian’s small-business credit research reports make it easy to find a variety of information about any business in its database of more than 27 million active U.S. businesses. Its precise and unbiased credit reports offer the vital facts and figures required for making powerful business decisions, getting to know the clients’ credibility and more. … [More]
Women’s Enterprise Foundation presents – Joie de Vivre 2014
A few weeks ago, the Women’s Enterprise Foundation hosted its spring fundraiser, Joie de Vivre. Designed to be an inspiring event bringing women business owners together to network and enjoy a wonderful evening, this year’s event did not disappoint. We had the privilege of being the first group in Arizona to showcase the Savage Botanical fashion show. This fashion show … [More]
Google Apps for Business
Google Apps for Business is a cloud-based productivity suite for business that helps the team connect and get work done from anywhere on any device. It’s simple to set up, use and manage, allowing users to work smarter and focus on what really matters. With Gmail, Calendar, Drive (storage), Docs, Sheets (spreadsheets) and Slides (presentations), it has all that is needed to … [More]
The Sickness and Workplace Mix
While employers deal with issues of healthcare coverage and employee benefits, the workplace environment is also impacted by the actions and attitudes of the work force. Study after study supports the belief that productivity is impacted by employees’ health; that healthier employees are more productive. But do employees consider the effect of their healthcare choices on their … [More]
Annual Chamber Open Golf Tournament a Sell-Out!
Golf is alive and well in Scottsdale, Ariz. The Chamber’s annual golf tournament, sponsored by Arizona Blinds, to be held on April 25th, sold out months in advance, taking the entire Pine Course at McCormick Ranch Golf Club. A full 128 golfers will tee it up for the chance to conquer the field and, most importantly, claim bragging rights in this fun-filled event. In … [More]
Courtyard Café at the Heard
Full of local culture and Southwest-inspired food, this quaint hideaway café is the perfect lunch spot for a quick meeting for business or lunch with old friends, or to meet a member of the family and just enjoy. Nestled in the main courtyard at the Heard Museum on Central Avenue, the Courtyard Café serves up fresh salads, sandwiches and entrées made with all Native … [More]
Authenticity
Most sales training focuses on getting to know the product, analyzing the market and identifying the competition, but there is more to sales success than that. Successful selling takes three types of preparation: the “what”: knowing the product, the industry and the competition; the “how”: applying the knowledge, enhancing social interaction, developing relationships and … [More]
2015 GMC Yukon Denali
The all-new design is here. Luxury and improved performance and fuel economy were the impetus and this GM redesign seems to live up to the hype. The GMC Denali is equipped with an all-new V8 6.2-liter EcoTec3 engine delivering 420 horse power and 460 lb-ft of torque, with an advanced direct fuel injection for quieter and more improved efficiency. Fuel efficiencies … [More]
Burger and a Bun
Without notice, the gourmet hamburger craze has become a niche foodie favorite in the Valley, with multiple burger-themed restaurants popping up everywhere. Old and new, here are our favorites in both concept and all-around best burger. Hopdoddy Burger Bar Built from the ground up, this Texas-based urban burger bar is all about walkin’ in and eatin’ burgers. Cooked to … [More]
Ryan House
“If this is the last moment, live life to the fullest” is the philosophy behind Ryan House, explains its executive director, Julie Bank. The organization offers children with life-threatening illness, and their family, a full range of respite, palliative and end-of-life care in an uplifting and child-friendly environment. At the Ryan House Community Breakfast on May 7, being … [More]
Chrysalis
One of Chrysalis’s core programs is a shelter, which can house women, children and male victims of domestic abuse. “‘Home’ is what encompasses safety,” says president and CEO Patricia Klahr. “They come to our home to escape the violence.” One in four women and one in seven men find themselves in an abusive situation. To celebrate the work that Chrysalis does in serving the … [More]
Pitch Perfect
Media coach and Emmy Award-winning correspondent Bill McGowan shares his secrets of pitch-perfect communications, showing readers how to communicate with confidence. Saying the right thing the right way can make the difference between sealing the deal or losing the account, advancing one’s career or suffering a demotion. McGowan shows how to craft just the right message. Along … [More]
