Legacy Park in Mesa will remain in business now that a buyer has stepped forward to operate the popular sports facility. Time was running out, but a come from behind victory in the form of a new owner will allow the Park to live on. Burke Operating Partners has agreed to purchase the facility, ensuring that fans will continue to enjoy the 320-acre sports complex that … [More]
2023 Pay Study: Doctors, Lawyers and Dentists to Lose $15 an Hour by 2033
New research has ranked the U.S.’ most populated industries and estimated what their pay could look like in 10 years (2033) in line with inflation, and the results are surprising. The research by TollFreeForwarding.com found registered nurses are expected to make $12.82 more per hour in 2033 than they do today, the highest increase of the 16 professions included in the … [More]
Buyer Beware: Is Your Financial Advisor Using AI to Make Investment Decisions?
Key considerations to discuss with your qualified professional
Just like all industries grappling with the breakneck pace at which artificial intelligence is permeating business as we know it — and how best to leverage it — it’s changing the game for financial advisors and their clients. Advisors must consider what AI does well — and doesn’t. Concurrently, clients must consider a new wave of security concerns as their detailed personal … [More]
Private Sector Addressing Arizona’s Homelessness Crisis with Arizona Housing Fund
Bank of America executive Howard Epstein established the Arizona Housing Fund (AZHF) in 2019 to provide a simple way for corporations, foundations, and individuals to fund more permanent, supportive, and affordable housing. After decades of serving on nonprofit boards working to address the growing issue of homelessness, it was clear government could not do it alone. It would … [More]
Rethinking Influence in the Age of AI: Five (Human) Strategies to Embrace Right Now
Whatever our profession, most of us want to grow our influence—even if we’ve never thought of it in those terms. After all, the ability to influence others is at the heart of success. It’s what makes us great leaders, persuasive communicators, and productive professionals. It’s what gets us noticed, listened to, taken seriously, hired, promoted, and generally respected. It … [More]
Four ‘Unmet Needs’ That Cause Us to Procrastinate (and How to Kick-Start Yourself into Action)
Most leaders are all too familiar with procrastination and how it manifests. Instead of tackling that tedious spreadsheet, writing that shareholder report, or instigating that tough performance conversation, we stall by answering the easy emails, cleaning out desk drawers, or (worse) falling down a social media rabbit hole. A harmless habit? Not at all. Workforce management … [More]
TikTok for B2B Marketers: Understanding the World’s Number-One Search Engine
TikTok, Gen Z’s go-to app for short-form video, became the world’s number-1 search engine in Dec. 2021 and hasn’t ceded its title. What does that mean for digital marketers, who for years calibrated their search marketing strategies for a world dominated by Google? Don’t bank on Google reclaiming the top spot while it deploys an “altogether new technology.” Developing a … [More]
Best Ways to Recruit Gen-Z Workers
In an era of rapid technological advancements and shifting workforce demographics, businesses must adapt to remain competitive and ensure their long-term success. One of the most significant demographic shifts on the horizon is the rise of Generation Z, who are poised to constitute approximately 30% of the total workforce by 2030, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor … [More]
ASU Drylab Initiative Aims to Change Arizonans’ Relationship with Water
Six years ago, eight Arizona State University students and a pair of faculty members traveled to the Mojave Desert in the high summer with an allotment of four gallons of water per day. They stayed for a month. They came back changed in surprising ways. "We ... ended up creating an amazing bond, community and interpersonal experience," said Adriene Jenik, co-director … [More]
ACA Announces Semifinalists for the 2023 Arizona Innovation Challenge
The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) announced today that 30 semifinalists have been selected for the 2023 Arizona Innovation Challenge (AIC). The AIC is designed to advance innovation and technology commercialization opportunities in Arizona by helping early-stage ventures scale. “Narrowing it down to just 30 semifinalists from 100 applicants for this year’s competition … [More]
Arizona’s Largest Resort Reveals Bold Architecture and Design
Amphitheater - Hotel Lobby (Designed by Simeone Deary) VAI Resort, the most anticipated addition to Arizona's hospitality landscape, is poised to redefine luxury and design. Opening its doors in Glendale, part of metro Phoenix, in late 2024, VAI Resort aims to captivate guests with its transformative ambiance and meticulous attention to detail. Boasting the title of … [More]
Their Take: Arizona Steps Up to Align Existing Cannabis Laws with Reality
There are some important movements afoot to bring cannabis into the mainstream and make the cannabis businesses easier to operate. First, the Department of Health and Human Service (HHS) has recommended to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) that cannabis be rescheduled from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). At the same time, 23 attorneys … [More]
Dealing with Generational Conflict in the Workplace? Focus on Strengths, Not Stereotypes
With four generations in the workplace, there’s bound to be some friction. From “Okay, Boomer” dismissals to gripes about entitled Millennials and tech-obsessed Gen Z, each generation has its own complaints about the others. Meanwhile, Gen Xers tend to be perpetually overlooked—which is hurtful in a different way. The one consistent theme through the generations is that at … [More]
New Study Reveals Alarming Work Dissatisfaction Trends
A groundbreaking study conducted by Bastion Transform, a part of Bastion Agency, has uncovered startling insights into the prevalent unhappiness among employees in today's workplace. The report reveals that a mere one-third of employees, accounting for 36%, report a high level of satisfaction in their current roles while a staggering 55% express skepticism about their company's … [More]
Cybersecurity Experts Share Tips on How to Maintain a Secure Work Environment
October is the official cybersecurity awareness month. Using this occasion, Juta Gurinaviciute, a cybersecurity expert and CTO at NordLayer, gives an interview explaining the importance of this month and cyber trends around the world. Gurinaviciute reveals where businesses should look first when creating a cybersecurity strategy and what dangers are the most prominent in the IT … [More]
Their Take: Intel Addresses Semiconductor Workforce Shortage
The future of the semiconductor industry depends on the education of students, and Intel is working to make sure those students are ready.
The U.S. semiconductor industry is facing a troubling workforce gap nationwide, highlighted in a recent report by the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA). The report says the workforce needed in the semiconductor industry is expected to grow 33% from approximately 345,000 jobs today to approximately 460,000 jobs by 2030. However, 58% (or roughly 67,000) of projected new … [More]
Changing Growing Cities Like Phoenix One Urban Infill Project at a Time
Five cities in Arizona were recently listed among the 15 top fastest-growing cities in the U.S. – Queen Creek, Buckeye, Casa Grande, Maricopa, and Goodyear. As a result of rapid growth in metro Phoenix, the city launched an Adaptive Reuse Program, which is one of the most comprehensive programs of its kind. While growing economic vitality, the program encourages developers to … [More]
How Artists Can Be Business-Minded
As Arizona's population continues to grow, so does the diversity of its industries. In 2022, the global art market, as reported by Art Basel, reached a staggering $67.8 billion, and the demand for artists is projected to increase by at least 6% until 2031. For those with the impulse to create, the coming years hold vast opportunities to transform a hobby into a thriving … [More]
