In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Phoenix-based developer George Oliver has taken quick action – making thoughtful changes to build tenant confidence and position its latest redevelopment project, The Alexander, now under construction in downtown Chandler, Arizona, as a premier “new normal” work environment. As a company known for developing cutting-edge, wellness-focused … [More]
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Ride Share Co. Introduces New Safety Measures
Uber
For more than two months, Uber has been urging riders to stay home, for their safety and the safety of drivers who continue to make essential trips. Now, as cities begin to reopen and people start moving again, Uber is proceeding with caution and safety top of mind. We will all have a role to play to help each other stay healthy when traveling. It’s important to us that … [More]
How Businesses Can Come Back Stronger from the Pandemic
by Michael Ungar, Ph.D.
It is the paradox of resilience that the very things that make us strong can also prevent us from being nimble during a crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the weaknesses of how we have been doing business. If we look at businesses like nested Russian dolls, one system embedded inside another, we find clues to where change is needed if we are going to come back stronger … [More]
Is Opening for Business Also Opening to Liability?
by RaeAnne Marsh
Processes and procedures of bringing their employees back to the workplace are only one area of concern for businesses planning their reopening after a COVID-19 closure. COVID-19 may have one more disruption to bequeath to business: civil suits of personal injury claims. Individuals have already widely exhibited a concern for their personal safety in their interactions. … [More]
Big Strides to Fix PPP, More Support Needed for Long Term
by Amanda Ballantyne.
On the release of the Congressional House Democrat's Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Stimulus Act (HEROES Act) today, small business will feel some level of relief. We applaud Congressional House Democrats for their leadership as the COVID-19 crisis continues to wreak havoc on our public health and economy. The HEROES Act takes strides to fix problems in … [More]
Arizonans Deliver Virtual Graduation Speeches to Celebrate Class of 2020
by Mike Hunter
The pomp got lost due to the circumstance – aka Covid-19. This reality means thousands of Arizona graduates are missing their walk across the stage, the diploma hand off, the launch of their mortarboard, and the friends and family celebrations that follow the ceremonies. Life milestones, important memories, the inevitable selfie – all lost to the pandemic. Yet to make sure … [More]
Unexpected Benefits of Shifting to a Remote Workforce
by Moe Vela
The pandemic has caused billions of people and millions of companies to shift to remote work overnight, with most of them doing this out of necessity and survival. For companies that have made the shift to working from home, there have been some surprising benefits. Though no one would choose the current situation, being forced to rely on collaborative technology has helped … [More]
Homebuilder’s ‘Focus on the Future’ Honors 2020 College Graduates with Gifts
Fulton Homes
Graduation day is a milestone most high school and college seniors look forward to all year. But the time-honored tradition of walking across the stage to accept the diploma in front of friends and family was stripped away this year due to the pandemic. To lift the spirits of Valley graduates, Fulton Homes has teamed up with local Hubbard radio stations for the ‘Focus on the … [More]
AZ Local Impact Fund Raises $60,000, Grants Awarded to Four Local Businesses
AZ Local Impact Fund
The AZ Local Impact Fund today announced it has raised a total of $60,000, and the funds will be divided equally among four Arizona businesses in order to provide financial support during COVID-19 pandemic. The recipients are Integrative Touch for Kids (ITK), Blue Willo Catering, Armored Outdoor Gear and a trucking repair company that wishes to stay anonymous. The fund was led … [More]
Tempe Co. Partners to Create New Possibilities for US Manufacturers
Delta Technology
Tempe-based Delta Technology, an integrator and automation expert for complex manufacturing and Telsonic one of the leading industrial ultrasonics suppliers worldwide, announced today a partnership to offer ultrasonic products to US manufacturers. The industrial use of ultrasonics is continually opening up interesting new application possibilities. Today, they are found … [More]
