Increasingly, Arizona companies are looking to overseas markets to do business. In this ever-evolving landscape of internationalized business, it is important for Arizona businesses to carefully consider the legal implications associated with their international business dealings. The best strategy, of course, is to be well-informed about the key legal considerations for a … [More]
Doing Business in China: Easy and Difficult
Arizona companies are successfully expanding their businesses to China, with 163-percent growth in Arizona exports to China since 2002 and 25-percent growth in 2012 alone. China is now Arizona’s third-largest trade partner, with $1.2 billion in exports in 2012 — 6.8 percent of total Arizona exports for last year. Major exports products to China include computer and electronic … [More]
Understand Anti-Corruption Laws in Global Business
Recently, several companies have publicly disclosed that they are internally investigated or are being investigated by United States and foreign governments related to alleged bribery of foreign officials in an effort to obtain a business advantage. The majority of the investigations have related to alleged violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) or similar … [More]
How to Finance Exports and Reduce Payment Risk
An International Scenario Let’s say things are moving forward. As a business owner, you’ve recently learned that there is demand for your product by consumers outside of the United States, and that selling to those markets could be quite lucrative for your company. You’ve also determined that the most effective way to get your product to foreign consumers is through wholesale … [More]
Thank You. Grow Globally.
The Arizona International Growth Group (AZIGG) was founded in 2007, and since then over 100 Arizona-based business leaders have presented their successes, challenges and tips regarding global business growth to over 10,000 attendees and members. AZIGG becomes the Global Chamber PHX in June, part of the Global Chamber headquartered at SkySong and dedicated to supporting the … [More]
Take the blinders off. There is a better faster way.
Have you ever arrived at a destination after driving for 30 or so minutes and wonder how you got there? That happens to me more times than I care to admit, and I find myself wondering if I ran any red lights, or cut anyone off on the freeway. For all I know, I could have left a trail of destruction on the freeway, and I would have never had a clue. During an early morning … [More]
Top 6 Do’s & Don’ts for Small Business
Everyone has advice when it comes to running your small business. At ASBA, we want to make sure our members are empowered to make their small businesses even better with the below tips to do and pitfalls to avoid. Do Find Your Competitive Edge – and Keep It Knowing more than your competitors gives you the better advantage as the consumer landscape changes and grows. Being … [More]
2014 Election Season at a Glance
Election season has arrived, and for the next six months, you should expect to see campaign signs on roadways, political commercials on TV and radio, and the occasional robocall with its pre-recorded message. There are elections each year, some bigger than others. I use the word “bigger” to imply that some elections have greater consequences and draw a larger voter turnout. … [More]
Work healthy, train hard, succeed and win!
A key to any successful business is lowering costs and increasing productivity. Many businesses have discovered that a critical strategy for achieving these goals is ensuring a healthy workforce. The city of Phoenix’s FitPHX program wants to make it easier for businesses to develop their own comprehensive worksite wellness strategies and is partnering with the Healthy Arizona … [More]
3 Diseases Your Dentist Can Diagnose
ASBA understands that healthy employees mean healthy businesses, which is why we have partnered with Delta Dental of Arizona. Are you putting your best smile forward? Here are some helpful tips to help you do just that. Dentists are normally revered as tooth wizards, the all-knowing oral health experts. But your dentist is trained to do much more than simply ogle your oral … [More]
ASBA brings resources to businesses during Arizona Small Business Month
ASBA brings together Arizona small business owners and professionals from across the state this May for Small Business Month on May 7 for the Arizona Small Business Conference. This event is a power-packed day of timely discussions, relevant education, and meaningful interactions. The day includes: State of Small Business Breakfast A high-level look at the small … [More]
SRP Delivers the Tools to Help Your Business Thrive
The early leaders of SRP understood the importance of growth in the Valley, which is why they worked to bring a reliable source of water and power to the area. Today, SRP continues to support the Valley by providing these essential services and offering tools to help you grow your business. Workshops to help your business thrive. SRP empowers your business to succeed by … [More]
