SEPTEMBER 2025

Cover Story

Growth and Opportunity: Honoring Our 2025 Women of Achievement

“We can’t become what we need to be by remaining what we are.” —Oprah Winfrey Does growth engender opportunity, or is the inverse true? The two are intrinsically tied to each other, and, as Oprah suggests, taking or making opportunities to … [More]

Features

The Power of Clarity at Work

Imagine a team starting a project with energy and optimism. Ideas are flying, everyone’s ready to contribute, and the excitement is high. But a few weeks in, the team is struggling, and the wind is out of their sails. People are frustrated, deadlines … [More]

Serving Up Kindness: How Spinato’s Pizzeria Blends Family, Flavor and Community Impact

When Ken and Elaine Spinato opened their first Scottsdale pizzeria in 1974, sales for the day totaled just 69 cents — one iced tea. Fifty years later, Spinato’s Pizzeria & Family Kitchen has grown into a Valley institution, serving its signature … [More]

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Management

“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 … [More]

Selling to Younger Buyers – It’s a New World

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 … [More]

Roundtable

5 Common Mistakes That Can Create a Crisis – and Make It Worse

The crisis management hall of fame is filled with companies and high-profile individuals who were responsible for creating disasters, scandals or … [More]

Economy

Examining Key Considerations for Cash, Debt Strategies

Professionals heavily involved in company finances instinctively look to protect money, but this strategy doesn’t always pay off — especially for … [More]

Nonprofit

Leveraging LinkedIn for Community Leadership

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, … [More]

By The Numbers

Nobody Wants to Be a Supervisor Anymore

As companies face increasing turnover, rising workplace toxicity and a shrinking pipeline of future leaders, new research, developed by Express … [More]

From the Top

Benson Systems: Building the Future from a Family Legacy

At 13 years old, I wasn’t thinking about company strategy or growth plans. I was sweeping floors and organizing shelves in the warehouse of my dad’s Gilbert-based business. Back then, I just wanted to … [More]

Legal

Are Climate-Related Disclosure Laws on the Horizon?

Over the last few years, California enacted climate-related disclosure laws that may impact Arizona companies doing business in our neighboring state. Compliance with these laws is required to start … [More]

Startups

Cross-Border Cultural and Safety Awareness with Travel App GrinGO

GrinGO is a leading travel and safety app dedicated to enhancing cross-border experiences for United States travelers into Mexico. Through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, the GrinGO … [More]

JHJ Collective Helps Clients ‘Do Good. Go Far.’

JHJ Collective is a consulting firm dedicated to supporting organizations that do good for others. Specializing in cause-related marketing strategy and leadership coaching, the firm helps clients … [More]

Healthcare

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 … [More]

Technology

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 … [More]

Semi Insights

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 … [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 … [More]

CRE

Engineering Value through Intentional Design

Although some challenges of the last few years have persisted in commercial real estate development, the outlook has become cautiously optimistic, and leaders are shifting from defensive to proactive strategies. In the realm of interior design, we’re … [More]

Phoenix Is Growing Up

Esplanade Place Phoenix is growing up, way up. With cranes dotting the skyline from Tempe to Scottsdale to Phoenix and beyond, we are no longer a big city that feels like a small town. Rather, Phoenix Metro is now home to multiple urban cores … [More]

Briefs

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 … [More]

On-Site vs Off-Site Document Shredding

Keeping a business secure requires a lot of layers, each with a range of options for business owners to consider. One important step essential to protecting Arizona businesses is secure paper shredding. However, many owners aren’t aware of the … [More]

Innovation Vitalizes Wellness Retreat

Concierge medicine and programs are now the trend for top executives, celebrities and those tired of not getting the treatments and success they desire in routine visits. Overcrowded offices and weeks to get a 15-minute appointment with a PA are no … [More]