“Some people call this artificial intelligence, but the reality is this technology will enhance us. So instead of artificial intelligence, I think we’ll augment our intelligence.” —Ginni Rometty, former CEO at IBM In our lives, change is around us everywhere but especially in artificial intelligence. AI is rapidly redefining how organizations are led, decisions are made and … [More]
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Management
Employing data and analysis – and recognizing the role of human judgment
Selling to Younger Buyers – It’s a New World
3 points sales professionals must know about style-matching
Salespeople are getting older. Buyers are getting younger. So: a disconnect. In raw terms, the average age of a professional B2B salesperson in the United States is 47.1 years old. Fifteen years ago, that number was 42, so the sales profession is graying. Meanwhile, the average age of a B2B purchasing agent right now is 36 years old. In fact, according to a 2024 survey, … [More]
Feedback: September 2025
Q: As a 2024 Women of Achievement honoree, you’ve been recognized for outstanding leadership. Different times seem to call for different strengths. So, what do you feel are the most important leadership qualities for the times we are in now? Noreen Bishop Hill Managing Director J.P. Morgan Private Bank Sector: Financial In today's rapidly changing and complex world, I … [More]
Inside Phoenix’s Members-Only Dining Movement
Once considered the “Wild West,” Phoenix has swiftly become a cultural and culinary hotspot, rivaling the likes of Los Angeles, New York City, Austin and San Francisco. Within the past few years, Phoenix has seen a notable increase in members-only dining clubs that cater to affluent locals and tourists alike who seek exclusivity and elevated experiences. This trend, already … [More]
Women Engineers Power Phoenix Semiconductor Rise
In the rapidly expanding semiconductor industry of Phoenix, technical excellence creates unique advancement opportunities. As one of the first semiconductor companies in Arizona, ASM has witnessed how the region fosters an inclusive environment where grit, innovation and expertise drive career growth. Technical Excellence Opens Doors The semiconductor industry offers … [More]
Applied Materials Expands Arizona Footprint with $200M Investment
Applied Materials, one of the world's largest semiconductor equipment providers, is doubling down on American manufacturing and Arizona is once again at the center of the story. The company announced it will invest more than $200 million in Chandler to build a new advanced manufacturing facility focused on producing critical components for the tools that enable chipmaking. The … [More]
Arizona’s Semiconductor Boom Demands Talent – ASU and SEMI Step Up
As billions pour into Arizona’s semiconductor industry, the need for skilled talent is no longer a future concern. It’s a present constraint. With more than $200 billion in chip manufacturing investments reshaping the state’s economy, demand for engineers, technicians and specialized operators is outpacing supply. To help close that gap, SEMI, the global industry association … [More]
Wearables Afford Connected Care for Rural Residents and Seniors
While federal legislation is advancing that aims to eliminate reimbursement barriers that have historically impeded the rollout of remote patient monitoring — especially critical in states like Arizona, where long drives to medical facilities and VA centers are still common — innovation is also happening closer to home. Federal efforts designed to boost access to care in … [More]
Addressing Alcohol Use Disorder in the Workplace
Alcohol use has become so deeply woven into our cultural fabric that its consumption often goes unquestioned. But a growing body of research signals a troubling trend: High-intensity drinking is up among middle-aged adults, who make up a significant portion of today's workforce. This demographic shift has not gone unnoticed. Earlier this year, the former U.S. surgeon general … [More]
Tech Talent in Demand
According to projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and Lightcast, in the next ten years the tech workforce will grow twice as fast as the overall U.S. workforce. The macro trend of digital transformation means demand for tech talent across the full spectrum of tech job roles will continue unabated. This analysis is part of the recently released “State of the … [More]
Robust Cybersecurity Measures Essential to Secure the Future of Smart Buildings
The evolution of smart buildings represents a monumental leap forward in efficiency, sustainability and occupant experience. These intelligent environments, powered by a complex web of interconnected devices, are redefining how we interact with the spaces where we work and live. However, this growing complexity, while offering unprecedented benefits, also introduces a new and … [More]
Examining Key Considerations for Cash, Debt Strategies
Debt financing coupled with healthy cash flow can be a key driver to expansion
Professionals heavily involved in company finances instinctively look to protect money, but this strategy doesn’t always pay off — especially for ambitious and successful operations. Debt financing coupled with healthy cash flow can be a key driver to expansion, especially when pursuing significant growth objectives while managing overall risk. This can include an increase … [More]
Leveraging LinkedIn for Community Leadership
Turn posts into partnerships
What was once a platform used for job searches and digital résumé posting is now an essential tool for business leaders to connect their knowledge, interests and community impact to their followers. In today’s digital age, business leaders can and should utilize LinkedIn to signal their values, build valuable connections and become advocates for change. With a shift … [More]
BMW M5 Touring
The 2025 BMW M5 Touring is a rare performance wagon that projects quiet confidence. Its plug-in hybrid system starts most trips in near silence, which proves practical for pre-dawn departures, late arrivals or slipping through dense traffic without calling attention to itself. Once speed is required, the handoff to the engine is clean and predictable; traction from all four … [More]
Tips to Stay Healthy during Business Travel
Whether travelling for business or pleasure, we all hope our trip goes smoothly. But the truth is, more than one in four Americans report getting sick or hurt on while on a trip and 56% needed medical treatment as a result. With well over $250 billion spent annually on domestic and international business travel, employers don’t need the added worry of a company representative … [More]
Blanco Cocina Shines for Siesta
In the bustling business corridor from Tempe Town Lake to ASU’s main campus, Blanco Cocina is a standout within the entertainment standout of Novus Place. Taking full advantage of the central greenscaping, Blanco Cocina presents itself patio-first. In fact, the patio is nearly as spacious as the interior dining room and cantina. The restaurant overall is more of an … [More]
5 Common Mistakes That Can Create a Crisis – and Make It Worse
Insights from the author of The Crisis Casebook: Lessons in Crisis Management from the World’s Leading Brands
The crisis management hall of fame is filled with companies and high-profile individuals who were responsible for creating disasters, scandals or other emergencies. There are also those who, when their organizations were the victims of a crisis, made matters worse by what they did or said — or failed to do and say. After analyzing hundreds of different crisis situations, … [More]
Advocacy in Action: A Strategic Playbook for Arizona’s Nonprofits and Business Leaders
In today's interconnected world, the expectation for organizations to engage with societal issues has evolved from a fringe concept to a mainstream imperative. Advocacy, once the exclusive domain of specialized activists, has become a strategic function essential for both mission fulfillment in the nonprofit sector and long-term resilience in the business community. … [More]
