While Economic Clouds Gather, It’s Still Sunny in Phoenix

Growing population and manufacturing are among the differences for Phoenix

by Daniel Altman

Despite predictions of a mild recession, 2023 may be the first year since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic when the economy feels almost stable. Inflation is coming down, the labor market remains vibrant, and huge shifts in spending across sectors are looking like a thing of the past. Best of all, the coming trends play directly into the Phoenix area’s greatest … [More]

Data Privacy: Change Is Coming 

What businesses need to know about the proposed American Data Privacy and Protection Act

by Erin Dunlap

Introduced to Congress in June, the American Data Privacy and Protection Act advanced toward a floor vote in the House of Representatives in July. If passed, it will be the first comprehensive federal data privacy law in the U.S. — our equivalent to the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation.  The proposed legislation was considered the biggest breakthrough to … [More]

Risas Dental and Braces: Giving to Grow Communities

And building relationships to put patients first

by Tyler Butler

Each February for National Children’s Dental Health Month, Risas Dental and Braces doctors provide dental education to elementary schools. They bring along dental goodie bags for each student, containing a toothbrush, toothpaste and floss. This is but one program that Risas’ teammates and doctors participate in. Since the opening of its first Phoenix office on Labor Day … [More]

Successfully Navigate the Transition into a VP or Chief Development Officer Role

by Richard Tollefson

When a long-time major gift officer, annual fund manager or advancement services director steps into their first chief development officer or vice president role, the transition can be rocky, the learning curve enormous and the expectations overwhelming. “The skills you mastered moving up the ranks are not always the ones that are relevant as you move into a first-time CDO or … [More]

Ferrari’s First SUV: 2023 Ferrari Purosangue

by Mike Hunter

After years of anticipation by the international automotive fraternity, Ferrari has unveiled the Purosangue, the first-ever four-door, four-seater car in the Prancing Horse’s 75-year history, in the magnificently atmospheric surroundings of the Teatro del Silenzio in Lajatico (Pisa). The Purosangue’s engine (code named F140IA) maintains the architecture that made … [More]

Soothing the Sole

by Merilee Kern

Here’s a great way to relax and unwind at the end of a busy day. The truMedic truShiatsu PRO Foot Massager with Heat ($194.97) is equipped with professional-quality massage technology to provide a relaxing, tailored massage on one’s own schedule. No need to worry about booking expensive massage appointments when this device can be enjoyed in the comfort of one’s own … [More]

Buck & Rider Reels in Daily Fresh Catches

by Mike Hunter

Arizona’s lack of coastline couldn’t hold Adam Strecker from his dream of opening a seafood restaurant — and it took just one year from idea to opening the first Buck & Rider in Arcadia nearly eight years ago. Now, the north Valley boasts its own Buck & Rider — twice the size of the original. Arizona’s lack of coastline couldn’t hold Adam Strecker from his dream of … [More]

Coming Soon: A Nationwide Ban on Noncompete Agreements?

Now is the window to submit comments to the FTC

by Helen Holden

On January 8, the Federal Trade Commission published a proposal to ban the use of noncompete agreements for most workers nationwide. The proposed rule, entitled the Non-Compete Clause Rule, would prohibit all employers — regardless of size — from imposing covenants not to compete on employees and independent contractors, with no carve-out available that would permit the use of … [More]

High Level People, Eye Level Attitude

by Tal Zilberberg

  Are you looking to grow your business and explore new opportunities in other cities and countries, and even around the world? If so, we invite you to join Global Chamber®, a worldwide organization that carefully and strategically connects leaders and professionals from all industries and locations.  I’m Tal Zilberberg, Executive Director for Global Chamber® Tel … [More]

Monthly Global Innovation Summits

by Cesar Trabanco

Last month, Global Chamber® began a monthly Global Innovation Summit so that members may receive a steady dose of education, connections and inspiration on global growth innovation. Other monthly programs include meetups from every part of the world — regularly including Africa, India, the EU, Latin America, Asia and many of our metros — to connect members regionally and … [More]