The creation of two truly passionate industry professionals, Chef Charleen Badman and Front of House Manager Pavle Milic, continues to impress and reinvent with their Old Town Scottsdale eatery, FnB. This well-known hot spot is a culmination of local growers, inventive and flavorful cuisine and beverages that inspire. FnB has long been an evening must for dinner, but for … [More]
Gone Fishing
At some of our local restaurants, fish is not only on the menu, it’s part of the décor. Bluewater Grill Extensive seafood menu includes an oyster bar and a sushi bar. And the seafood theme is carried out throughout the restaurant to create an atmosphere that celebrates seafaring traditions. 1720 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix (602) 277-3474 Hillstone From sushi to steak, the … [More]
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 AMG Coupe: All Body and Soul
Designed to impress with speed and a sleek new design, the GLE Coupe is a breakthrough for Mercedes. This vehicle has a confident stance and is an SUV for the future. The 3.0-liter bi-turbo V6 engine empowers this new Mercedes with 362 horsepower and an impressive 384 pound-feet of torque. Its 9-speed automatic transmission coupled with all-wheel drive performance allows for … [More]
Office Perks
The need for fuel to start the day at the office usually involves a stop at a nearby coffee spot. Eliminate that and perk up the office (and staff) with one of these true and tested “do it yourself” espresso/cappuccino machines. Yes, they are expensive, but they’ll keep the office caffeinated and ready to go. Bunn iMIX-5 Black This hot powdered-drink machine features a large, … [More]
The Second Decision
Author Randy H. Nelson knows that in business, the majority of entrepreneurial CEOs are not required to be qualified to lead their organizations. In The Second Decision, Nelson has combined his six years of naval service, 25 years of business experience and thousands of hours with business leaders to develop The Entrepreneur QualCard™. Chapter by chapter, the reader will … [More]
The McKinsey Edge
The McKinsey Edge culls the personal best practices of an exclusive group of managers connected to McKinsey & Company, a firm that services 80 percent of the world’s largest corporations. Through a wealth of 47 rigorously selected, battle-tested, immediately implementable and practical tips, readers will discover the secrets to building the self, growing with others, … [More]
The Marketing Plan Handbook
Marketing expert Robert W. Bly cuts through the clutter of short-lived marketing techniques and trendy gimmicks to reveal the critical steps a businessperson needs to cross over from business owner to marketplace competitor. Dishing bite-sized lessons, supported by in-chapter exercises and end-of-chapter actions, Bly coaches the reader in creating an effective marketing plan … [More]
Feedback: November 2015
Question: What strategy have you followed in using your business’s resources or capital to grow, or what advice do you have for companies with capital to do so? Dennis Cornelius Managing Partner CKS Advisors, LLC Sector: Finance Business owners have many new choices as they consider the best alternative to finance growth. With restrictive changes in bank over-regulation, … [More]
2015 State of the City Address with Mayor Mitchell
At Edward Jones, we believe strongly in the future of Tempe. We came here to build our regional campus in 2001, and as we have grown, so has this city. We chose Tempe, in part, because of its inviting business climate. Tempe city officials, Arizona State University officials and the Tempe Chamber of Commerce deserve credit for working together in a spirit of cooperation to … [More]
Military Affairs Committee Honors ROTC
The Military Affairs Committee (MAC) of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce was founded more than 30 years ago to facilitate a favorable and mutually rewarding relationship between the Tempe business community and military units here in the Valley. The Tempe Chamber is the first chamber in the Valley to develop a program that rewards outstanding members of the military. For many … [More]
Tempe Leadership Class XXX: Bike Corral Project
For more than 30 years, more than 700 diverse, dedicated individuals have participated in the Tempe Leadership Program. Like-minded individuals come together to challenge one another with the task of making a real difference in our community. Recognizing that Tempe is a thriving bicycle friendly community, Class XXX sought to support the Tempe General Plan and Downtown … [More]
Looking Back to Move Tempe Forward
This past July, members of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of the previous year that have helped strengthen our commitment to the community as well as plans for the future. We took a moment to thank those volunteers who have served on committees and our board of directors, as we welcomed our leadership for the year ahead. In addition … [More]
President’s Message: November 2015
Three times a year we at the Arizona Technology Council get the opportunity to share with In Business readers new information and highlights of our organization’s activities. It’s never a challenge to find topics that give a glimpse of not only what we do but why our state is a leader in science and technology. Our involvement also is part of the reason we’ve drawn more than … [More]
Plans for Public Policy
As state lawmakers look ahead to the convening of the 53rd Arizona Legislature, so is the Arizona Technology Council. Headed by the collective efforts of members of its Public Policy Committee, the Council has prepared its 2016 Public Policy Guide to assist elected officials and other stakeholders at all levels of government — federal as well as state — and business as they … [More]
Ready for Their Close-up
When producers of a new series of videos set out to capture the essence of Arizona’s technology community, they made a discovery: energy. But this shouldn’t be confused with the tech sector of the same name. Instead, it’s the common motivator they witnessed among every company featured in the videos. A team from MediaTHP, a Scottsdale-based media/film production company, … [More]
Without Borders
In the world of startups, striving to be the best is a given. But that can be easier said than done when first launching. Thanks to a new agreement signed in Mexico City, startups will get the chance to benefit from best practices, no matter on which side of the border they were born. Leaders of the Arizona Technology Council, the Arizona Business Incubation Association … [More]
Venture Madness tops Invest Southwest agenda
Why wait until March to follow your bracket? Venture Madness, presented by Invest Southwest in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, offers the chance for 64 of the most promising startups to go head-to-head-for a share of $100,000 in cash prizes. The competition is a highlight of Invest Southwest, which will be held March 2–4 at Talking Stick Resort in … [More]
Startups Get Chance to Make Best Pitch
When first launching a company, it’s not unusual to wonder: Is anyone listening? For Mesa-based Crowd Mics, winner of the pitch contest at the Arizona Technology Council’s AZ StartupConnect last year, the answer is “yes.” Telling the audience about the product that turns a cell phone into a personal microphone and voting device at events, company CEO and co-founder Tom … [More]
