The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), an agency that provides a forum for research, discussion and study of regional issues, is the newest member of the Institute of Automated Mobility (IAM), established by Governor Ducey in 2018 to advance transportation safety, science and policy. MAG has been participating in IAM’s work as a partner, and by joining IAM, the … [More]
Funding for ‘Back To Work’ Program Supports Rehiring, Retention
Governor Doug Ducey announced an additional $5 million to help Arizona small businesses recover from the economic consequences of the pandemic and extreme weather conditions. Governor Ducey launched the Back to Work Small Business Rehiring and Retention Program in August and has invested a total of $10 million in the program to support small, locally-owned businesses. … [More]
Colangelo College of Business Awards Four Prominent Leaders
Grand Canyon University’s Colangelo College of Business honored four dedicated leaders on Tuesday who exemplify the ideal for which Jerry Colangelo is best known: servant leadership. The Colangelo Servant Leadership Awards, presented by Freeport McMoRan, are named after one of Arizona’s biggest business and sports icons. The awards were held at the GCU Hotel’s Canyon 49 … [More]
WEBINAR – Oct 20: SPECIAL SESSION Accessing the Maricopa County Small Business Resilience Program
Join us for a special session focused on the Maricopa County Small Business Resilience Program. Available for Maricopa County businesses, Local First Arizona and Prestamos CDFI are offering no-cost technical assistance, personalized coaching and training. In addition, Prestamos CDFI is accepting applications for growth loans up to $100,000. Join us to learn more about the … [More]
YAM Worldwide Founder Offers Employees Major Incentive to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine & Flu Shot
During a company-wide Zoom meeting, Bob Parsons announced he would not be making vaccines mandatory for the employees of his YAM Worldwide portfolio of companies, instead offering a rich incentive. Globally, YAM Worldwide has more than 1,150 employees and each of them are eligible for a $1,000 bonus if they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and receive a flu shot. “We are … [More]
Financial Services Co. Opens First Office in Scottsdale
Tauro Capital Advisors, Inc., a fully integrated financial services company and fiduciary with a diverse background in capital markets of all aspects of commercial real estate, has announced its expansion into Arizona with the opening of its first office in Scottsdale. This is Tauro’s first location outside of California. The firm is currently headquartered in Los Angeles … [More]
