As carmakers struggle with the demand by car buyers of a fuel-efficient SUV, Mercedes is working hard to capture the market in America. The new 2013 GL-Class SUV offers three models that demonstrate Mercedes is meeting market concerns, which is why Motor Trend named it the SUV of the year for 2013. Quality, safety and luxury options aside, Mercedes has responded to the SUV … [More]
Our Health Can Be Our Biggest Asset
As the year comes to a close, many will look inward and realize how important health is to performing well in business overall. A mentally and physically healthy individual is an asset we cannot afford to lose. Here are top fitness clubs to consider: Gold’s Gym Elite Off the lobby of the main office building at CityScape, this progressive and urban fitness club is the … [More]
Breakthrough Marketing Plans
Almost every company creates a marketing plan each year, and many spend hundreds of employee hours researching, preparing and presenting their tomes to senior executives. But most marketing plans are too long and too complicated. They end up sitting on a shelf, unread and unrealized. Breakthrough Marketing Plans provides simple, clear frameworks that are easy to apply, and … [More]
Crisis Nursery: Breaking the Cycle of Child Abuse
Old Las Vegas of the Rat Pack era will be the setting for Crisis Nursery’s annual “Blue Skies” fundraiser on February 23 at the Montelucia Resort & Spa. This year, the dinner-and-dancing event will start with a casino reception. Blackjack, craps, even a roulette table — and winners can take their winning chips over to the “super” silent auction to bid on items such as one … [More]
Arthritis Foundation Arizona: Programs Get into the Community
Oscar glitz, glamour and excitement strikes again in Phoenix for the 19th time on February 24 at the Camelback Inn, when Arthritis Foundation Arizona holds its annual gala fundraiser, “Oscar Experience.” “It starts at the red carpet, of course,” says Executive Director Valerie Jones. The red carpet — lined with camera-flashing paparazzi — leads to the ballroom where those … [More]
Feedback: December 2012
Question: What role should business play in assisting employees in retirement planning? Robyn Barrett Founder and Managing Partner FSW Funding Sector: Financial I think businesses need to help fill the gap where Social Security will fall short. Most employees are spending their income on living and don’t know how or where to begin investing for retirement. Businesses can … [More]
Lifestyle Brands
What do brands like Apple, Diesel, Abercrombie & Fitch and Virgin have in common and what differentiates them from other brands? These brands are able to maintain a relationship with their clients that go beyond brand loyalty. This book gives a complete analysis of lifestyle brands that inspire, guide and motivate beyond product benefits alone. Stefania Saviola and … [More]
Brand You
In the modern workplace, clearly defined hierarchies are on the wane, few have “jobs for life,” and many have portfolio careers or are self-employed. In these self-reliant times, it’s essential to be remembered for the right reasons. Brand You helps the individual develop a powerful personal brand, both on- and offline, and shows one how to discover one’s talents, values and … [More]
