Intel announced that its board of directors has appointed 40-year technology industry leader Pat Gelsinger as its new chief executive officer, effective Feb. 15, 2021. Gelsinger will also join the Intel board of directors upon assuming the role. He will succeed Bob Swan, who will remain CEO until Feb. 15. Today’s announcement is unrelated to Intel’s 2020 financial performance. … [More]
Nikola Positioned to Accelerate Hydrogen Economy
Nikola Corporation has secured an innovative electric rate schedule with Arizona Public Service Company (“APS”) that makes possible the accelerated development of hydrogen-based fueling solutions for the transportation industry. Nikola is a company dedicated to the advancement of innovative zero-emissions truck solutions and the energy infrastructure required to make this … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Jan 28: Phoenix Virtual Career Fair for Veterans
As we start a new year, does your organization need people who practice values like courage, integrity, loyalty, and selfless service? Military-experienced talent exemplifies all of these and more, and we would love to connect you with them at our upcoming RecruitMilitary virtual career fair. Our virtual career fairs provide you: • Access to all registered candidates’ … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 21: Four Actions Small Businesses are Taking to Help Navigate Today’s Environment
It’s no secret that the events of 2020 have drastically impacted small businesses in many aspects. Yet, at the same time, there are businesses that have adapted despite the challenges of social distancing, stay-at-home orders, and overall customer uncertainty and unease. What did they do differently? We invite you to join us for a webcast on January 21 to find out. Wells … [More]
Black Chamber, Arizona Hispanic Chamber Produce Weekly DEI Series
In a continued effort to promote and support diversity and inclusion initiatives within our state, Arizona Federal Credit Union announced today that they signed on as a Rally Point Partner with the recently launched Social Television Network (STN) streaming series, The Community Collaborative (TCC). Born in response to the civil unrest and heightened attention on racial … [More]
HomeServe’s Expansion in Phoenix Continues with Acquisition of Canyon State
HomeServe USA, a leading provider of service plans, repair, and installation services for the home, today announced the acquisition of Canyon State Air Conditioning, Heating and Plumbing (Canyon State). Serving customers in and around Sun City and Sun City West, the A+ Better Business Bureau rated Canyon State marks HomeServe’s fourth HVAC company acquisition in the greater … [More]
Swift Transportation Unveils Truckers Against Trafficking Wrapped Truck
Swift Transportation, the largest full truckload carrier in North America, unveiled their wrapped truck honoring Truckers Against Trafficking. The new 2021 wrapped Freightliner Cascadia will be a living representation of Swift's partnership with the non-profit organization Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT). The wrap displays Swift's and TAT logos and reads "Everyday Heroes … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 14: Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
Are you a theatrical producer, talent representative, venue promoter or do you operate a live venue, live performing arts organization, movie house or cultural institution and have been impacted by COVID-19? Register for SBA’s webinar on Thursday, Jan. 14, at 12 p.m. PT, for a preliminary overview of the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program included in the Economic Aid to … [More]
$18 Million Capital Campaign Launched to Build Science Facility Housing Largest Telescope in Greater Phoenix
The International Dark Sky Discovery Center (IDSDC) launched an $18 million capital campaign to build a unique science-based facility in Fountain Hills, Ariz., that includes a first-class domed observatory. The IDSDC will house the largest telescope in Greater Phoenix, and with its three other state-of-the-art components, will provide STEM education for students and … [More]