When UPS and FedEx announced their latest round of rate increases, most small business owners did what they always do: They braced for a single number. This year, that number was again close to 6%, and many owners adjusted their budgets accordingly and moved on. That instinct is exactly what is quietly draining profit from small and medium-sized businesses across the … [More]
The Yoga of Marketing: Finding Balance in a Noisy Business World
In today’s fast-paced digital world, marketing often feels like a race — louder messages, faster campaigns and constant visibility. Yet, many businesses are discovering that relentless motion does not always yield meaningful results. Instead, a more intentional, balanced approach — what I call “the yoga of marketing” — is emerging as a powerful philosophy. Rooted in alignment, … [More]
Smarter Summer Savings
How SRP’s BYOT for Business rewards performance during peak demand
Summer is the season when many Valley business owners brace themselves for rising air-conditioning costs. This year, companies have a new way to save, with SRP’s Bring Your Own Thermostat Program (BYOT) for Business. This easy, automated program offers energy-saving smart thermostat rebates and puts business owners firmly in control. Simple, Automated Savings One of the … [More]
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria: A Community Legacy Baked into Every Slice
Strengthening community and building employee pride
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria may be famous for its coal-brick oven, Brooklyn-style pizza, but in Arizona it has also become synonymous with community. When the brand opened its first location outside New York in Old Town Scottsdale in 2003, it brought more than a beloved East Coast staple to the Valley. It brought a philosophy that a neighborhood restaurant should be part of the fabric … [More]
