Many Americans have received their second stimulus check or Economic Impact Payments (EIP), either by direct deposit to their bank account or in the form of a mailed check, which is still ongoing. However, it was recently announced by the Department of the Treasury that debit cards are being sent by the IRS as part of the plan to deliver EIP payments as rapidly as … [More]
Two Tapped to Lead Statewide Bioscience Committee
A medical-technology executive and a former state legislator have been named the new leaders of Arizona’s statewide committee overseeing the advancement of the state’s bioscience ecosystem. Eve Ross, a retired W.L. Gore & Associates executive, is serving as chair and Heather Carter, executive vice president of Greater Phoenix Leadership, as vice chair of Arizona’s … [More]
WEBINAR – Feb 3: Selling to the Federal Government (Virtual Workshop)
Small business contractors continue to play an important role in helping federal agencies to respond during the COVID-19 pandemic. Opportunities remain available for small businesses to bid on contracts and contribute to the mission of agencies. Join us for an overview of how to sell to the federal government, to include SBA programs and certifications to assist your small … [More]
WEBINAR – Feb 9: Business in Focus – What Your Business Needs to Know About Prop 207
The passing of Prop 207 last November legalized the recreational use of marijuana for adults in the state of Arizona. It now leaves employers with many questions on how the new law would impact their current policies and what they need to do to remain in compliance with new legal guidelines. Join the Greater Phoenix Chamber as employment law attorney Melanie Pate provides … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Jan 29: Real Estate After Prop 207: Redefining a Budding Industry
Real Estate After Prop 207: Redefining a Budding Industry Following the passage of Prop 207, the law and public opinion have changed with respect to the use, production, and distribution of cannabis in Arizona, while the Federal Government has continued to prohibit cannabis, for any use, under the Controlled Substances Act of 1970. How will local governments, … [More]
Leading Healthcare Tech Services Co. Investment Helps to Fuel Next Phase of Growth
Equality Health, a leading provider of technology, services and support for value-based care, today announced a strategic investment from General Atlantic, a leading global growth equity firm, to fuel the Company’s next phase of growth as a value-based primary care network serving the Medicaid, Medicare and ACA Exchange populations. Existing investor Endeavour Capital will … [More]
Local Homebuilder Reports Large Increase in Home Starts and Sales in 2020
Fulton Homes, Arizona's largest family-owned and -operated homebuilder, saw a 62 percent increase in housing starts in 2020 compared with 2019. In 2020, Fulton Homes started construction on 1,121 homes, compared with 692 home starts in 2019. Additionally, the Tempe-based homebuilder sold a total of 1,272 homes in 2020, a 44 percent increase compared with 883 homes sold in … [More]
