“Despite advancements in cancer technology, true healing occurs at home,” says Matthew Callister, M.D., senior physician executive for Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. “These homes provide comfort, safety and hope for vulnerable patients on their cancer journey, serving as a sanctuary away from their home communities. We are grateful to Taylor Morrison, its construction and … [More]
Redefining Spine Health Care with Innovative Nonsurgical Solutions
Escape Spine Surgery was designed for patients who are trying to avoid maximally invasive open surgeries to alleviate their spine pain. We believe in looking at the patient as a holistic whole and understand that their spine pain doesn't exist in a vacuum. A patient who presents with serious spine issues usually has a combination of health problems that include systemic … [More]
Why Businesses of All Sizes Can’t Afford to Skip Cybersecurity Monitoring
Businesses are facing a surge in cyber threats. With global cybercrime costs projected to reach $13.82 trillion by 2028, the need for cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. At the forefront of this defense is cybersecurity monitoring — a continuous process of analyzing network traffic and system activity to detect and respond to security incidents. As … [More]
Smart Communities and Smart Operations Deliver Smart Living for All
Convenience and efficiency are top priorities for both renters and property managers, which places a premium on technologies that simplify everyday living, reduce energy spending and enhance the productivity of management teams. SmartRent takes the resident experience to the next level via a comprehensive lineup of property technologies and smart home solutions — … [More]
Arizona Startup Crystal Sonic Makes (Sound) Waves in Silicon Desert
Collaborations also help advance technology
In the Connect Labs by Wexford in Downtown Phoenix, a passionate group of scientists, engineers and semiconductor materials industry experts are building the next generation of semiconductor manufacturing technology — using sound waves. This Arizona hard-tech startup, Crystal Sonic, is focused on reducing cost and waste. As the Arizona semiconductor industry continues to grow … [More]
Meeting the Infrastructure Demands of the Semiconductor Industry in Arizona
In recent years, Arizona has emerged as a focal point for the semiconductor industry in the United States. With its strategic location, favorable business environment and growing workforce, the state has attracted major investments from leading semiconductor companies. However, this rapid growth has also highlighted the critical need for robust infrastructure to support this … [More]
SEMICON West: Stronger Together
SEMICON West 2024 highlighted technological advancements and future supply chain challenges, crucial for the semiconductor industry's projected $1 trillion growth by the decade's end. This year's theme “stronger together” rang true and was echoed by Bertrand Loy, president and CEO of Entegris, and Scott Jensen, director of workforce strategy for CHIPS at the U.S. Department of … [More]
Looking Good 2024 – August Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements 10 to 1 PR on Newsweek’s ‘Best’ List Mr. Pickle’s on Fast Casual’s Top 100 COURSE Earns Top Foodist Honors Southwest Gas – Champion of Supplier Diversity Philanthropy ECM Technologies, Tolin Mechanical Donate HVAC TruWest Donates to Phoenix Children’s Desert Financial Distributes Scholarships AZ Brokerage … [More]
AZ Brokerage Making Impact in a Small Town in Mexico
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty and the RL Foundation, the nonprofit charitable and service work branch of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, has been working with the Rancho Feliz Charitable Foundation building houses in Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico, to assist individuals at the local migrant center who were deported from the United States and awaiting … [More]
Desert Financial Distributes Scholarships
Desert Financial Foundation awarded $192,000 in college scholarships to 60 Arizona students — 30 high school seniors and 30 adult learners. The scholarship program, begun in 2015, includes Community Service Scholarships for high school seniors who volunteer in their communities and Adult Learners Scholarships for adults ages 25 or older who are pursuing certificates or degrees. … [More]
TruWest Donates to Phoenix Children’s
TruWest Credit Union recently donated more than $65,000 to Phoenix Children’s in Phoenix. This contribution is comprised of the 2023 donations of credit union employees and board members. … [More]
ECM Technologies, Tolin Mechanical Donate HVAC
Knowing the critical role heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems play in creating a safe and comfortable environment, ECM Technologies, a local HVAC efficiency and energy conservation technology company, donated its cutting-edge HVAC anti-oil-fouling technology, ThermaClear®, to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley and Tolin Mechanical, the leading innovative … [More]
Southwest Gas – Champion of Supplier Diversity
Southwest Gas, a leading energy services provider in Arizona, California and Nevada, was named Local Corporation of the Year by the Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council, a testament to Southwest Gas’s commitment to infusing DE&I into every aspect of the organization and an example of how the Company demonstrates sustainability in action. … [More]
COURSE Earns Top Foodist Honors
Chef/partner Cory Oppold and his team at COURSE, a fine-dining restaurant in Scottsdale, won Top Chef and Emerging Restaurant of the Year at the 2024 Foodist Awards. … [More]
Mr. Pickle’s on Fast Casual’s Top 100
Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop, a franchisor headquartered in Scottsdale, has been named among the Top 100 Movers & Shakers in the United States by Fast Casual, which recognizes growth and sales accomplishments and honors menu trendsetters as well as brands incorporating technology to enhance the customer experience. … [More]
10 to 1 PR on Newsweek’s ‘Best’ List
Scottsdale-based 10 to 1 Public Relations, a strategic communications firm servicing clients in various industries across the country, was named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best PR Agencies 2024. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. … [More]
A Deep Dive into Upskilling and Reskilling
TalentLMS and Workable’s latest research underscores the imperative need for targeted, efficient and continuous learning opportunities
Technological advancements and shifting market demands have generated a distinct need for employees and organizations to invest in consistent upskilling and reskilling. What does the state of upskilling and reskilling look like today? TalentLMS and Workable’s research shows that 71% of employees seek more frequent upskilling opportunities, while 80% would like their companies … [More]
Goodmans CEO Leads by Listening, Workers Return in Droves
Focus on employee well-being supports company’s continued success
Many businesses have struggled with how to encourage their employees to return to the office voluntarily after the pandemic. Typically, this is due to companies looking for a silver bullet. Free lunches and foosball tables don’t provide long-lasting workplace satisfaction. At Goodmans, we believe that “One size misfits all.” The old paradigm of a small committee making … [More]
