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Smart Cities: Five Ways Urban Planning Can Defend against Pandemics

by Karlyn McKell

While our interconnected world helps pandemics spread faster, it can also quicken our response time. Technological advancements allow us to track disease spread, monitor citizens, and control the delivery of essential items during a pandemic response. COVID-19 continues to grip the globe, but once the virus threat wanes, there will undoubtedly be lots of reflection over … [More]

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Commercial Real Estate Co. Adapts Chandler Redevelopment in Response to COVID

George Oliver LLC

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]

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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]

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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]

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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]

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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]

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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]

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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]

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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]

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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]

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Goodwill is First in U.S. to Become Certified by New Standards Program for Business

Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona

Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona has become the first company in the USA to become HealthyVerify Certified. HealthyVerify helps businesses and workplaces develop best practices for health safety and addressing employee and customer concerns about the Coronavirus. Experts from HealthyVerify will visit and tour businesses, help them train employees and then certify … [More]

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Election Services Co. Challenges Businesses Across the Country to Support Local Food Banks

Runbeck Election Services

A challenge has been launched to meet the extreme need that food banks are experiencing across the country due to the coronavirus pandemic. Phoenix=based Runbeck Election Services (Runbeck) has launched the Feed ‘em Food Fight Challenge for businesses across the country. Any size business may participate in the Challenge. Registrants will receive a free Starter Kit from Runbeck … [More]

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41% of Workers Feel Burnt Out During Pandemic

Society for Human Resource Management

New research from SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) offers a warning to U.S. companies about the psychological costs of COVID-19. While millions find themselves unemployed, 41 percent of U.S. employees feel burnt out from work while another 23 percent report feeling depressed. The survey on the mental health of U.S. workers under lockdown also found employees are … [More]

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Car Sales Tech Co. to Launch 100 Markets, Introducing Touchless Delivery

Carvana

Carvana (NYSE: CVNA), a leading e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars headquartered in Tempe, is offering as-soon-as-next-day touchless home delivery to 100 additional cities across 24 states to provide those who need to purchase a vehicle with an entirely online car buying experience with a great selection, great prices and great customer service. Carvana … [More]

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Security Services Provider Launches Integrated Covid-19 Safety Program for Office Buildings and Suites

Kastle Systems

As American companies and employees grapple with when and how to return safely to their workplaces, Kastle Systems, the country's largest managed security services provider to commercial businesses, has developed an integrated, building-wide plan to safeguard the health and safety of workers returning to the workplace. The comprehensive system will enable office buildings to … [More]

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Hometown Restaurant Co. Reopens Popular Restaurants with Safety, Good Vibes a Priority

Upward Projects

After two-months of operating to-go only, Upward Projects will thoughtfully re-open in-restaurant dining at its collection of foodie-favorites across Arizona, including Postino WineCafé, Windsor, Churn, Joyride Taco House and Federal Pizza. Upward Projects will begin their phased reopening on Thursday, May 14, with all locations open by Saturday, May 16. Most important, all … [More]

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‘How Do I Let Good People Go at a Time like This?’

by Deb Boelkes

No leader wants to let an employee go. Unfortunately, in these harsh and uncertain economic times, more and more of us find ourselves having to deliver some very bad news. Without question, it's one of the most painful parts of being a leader. But business leaders can let people go without abandoning them emotionally — and, as the pandemic sets in for who knows how long, it's a … [More]

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