The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its COVID-19 technical assistance to include more information about employer retaliation in pandemic-related employment situations. The updates explain and clarify the rights of employees and job applicants who believe they suffered retaliation for protected activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act … [More]
Partnership Launches COVID-Related Health Data and Compliance Solution
Truyo, the leader in truly automated consent and data privacy rights management, and Egnyte, a leader in cloud content security and governance, announced a new solution – Health-Check Management – to empower businesses of any size to efficiently and securely collect and maintain employee COVID-related information in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health … [More]
Lucid Air Named 2022 MotorTrend Car of the Year
MotorTrend announced that the Lucid Air has won the 2022 MotorTrend Car of the Year, the first instance in which the initial product from a new automotive brand has been awarded the “Golden Calipers.” MotorTrend’s Car of the Year award is considered one of the most prestigious in the automotive industry. The win affirms Lucid Air as the new EV benchmark, with the … [More]
Arizona Commerce Authority Announces Finalists for the 2021 Arizona Innovation Challenge
The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) announced today 15 finalists have been selected for the 2021 Arizona Innovation Challenge (AIC). The finalists will advance to the final round of the competition, after which judges will select up to 10 companies as AIC awardees for 2021. The AIC is designed to advance innovation and technology commercialization opportunities in Arizona … [More]
BOMA Greater Phoenix Announces Honors of 2021 The Outstanding Building of the Year Awards
The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Award is one of the most prestigious and comprehensive programs of its kind in the commercial real estate industry, recognizing quality in buildings and rewarding excellence in building management. BOMA Greater Phoenix, the industry group that advances the commercial real estate industry through advocacy, influence, and knowledge, … [More]
Leading National Hotel Co. Opens New ‘Dual-Branded’ Extended-Stay Property in Phoenix
Best Western® Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of the brand-new Best Western Plus Executive Residency Phoenix North Happy Valley, located at 2108 W. Whispering Wind Dr. in Phoenix, Arizona. Owned by Shree Hotels LLC, the hotel provides travelers with a new option for extended-stay lodging in North Phoenix, featuring 36 standard guest rooms and 61 extended stay … [More]
Efficient Mobile App Launched for Phoenix Residents, Pay Bills and More
Phoenicians now have a new way to report issues in their community from their smartphones. The City of Phoenix announced the launch of a new service through an app called 'MyPHX311' that allows residents to pay their City Services Bill, report quality-of-life issues and request city services. "The City of Phoenix is constantly innovating to best serve our residents. This … [More]
GoDaddy Acquires Phoenix-Based Managed WordPress Hosting Co.
GoDaddy Inc., the company that empowers everyday entrepreneurs, announced it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pagely, the company that invented Managed WordPress in 2009 and has led the category with top-tier solutions since. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Leveraging Pagely's platform and cloud expertise, GoDaddy plans to build a world-class WooCommerce … [More]
Phoenix-Based Solar Tracking Co. Chosen to Serve New York Market
Ideematec Inc., a leading provider of utility-scale solar tracking systems, announced its partnership with Eco Engineering, LightEdison, and Source Renewables to develop 100 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale solar in New York using Ideematec’s Horizon L:TEC® solar tracking system. The companies will first deploy a 25 MW portfolio of community solar projects in National Grid … [More]
MCC Foundation Awarded $500K Grant Providing Scholarship Opportunities to Black and Hispanic Students
PepsiCo and its philanthropic arm, The PepsiCo Foundation, announced today a $500,000 2-year grant award to the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation (MCCF.) The grant is part of the PepsiCo Foundation Community College Program to provide scholarship opportunities for Black and Hispanic students across the country. The Maricopa Community Colleges District (MCCCD) is one of 13 … [More]
CRE Veteran Launches Real Estate Investment Firm Serving Healthcare Practices
As the Phoenix area continues to see the nation’s fastest growth, demand for medical services is also rising. To help clinicians provide the care the Valley needs, long-time commercial real estate broker Trisha Talbot launched Doc Properties, a real estate investment services firm that serves healthcare practices and investors in a booming property sector. Previously with … [More]
New Web App Design Streamlines Hiring for Risk Management and EHS Professionals
YellowBird, a nationwide gig economy marketplace that matches vetted Risk Management and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals with businesses on-demand, has redesigned its web app to streamline its pairing process. YellowBird’s new Web App 2.5 includes an updated look and better functionality using Artificial Intelligence to compare thousands of data points … [More]
Seventh Annual National Apprenticeship Week This Week
The U.S. Department of Labor announced the kickoff of the seventh annual National Apprenticeship Week, Nov. 15-21, a Presidential proclamation on apprenticeship and the launch of a new collaborative effort to expand, diversify and modernize Registered Apprenticeships in the U.S. National Apprenticeship Week 2021 will include career and trade fairs, open houses, conferences, … [More]
Tempe Chamber Partners with Rio Salado College on Business Academy
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce announces the 2022 Tempe Chamber Business Academy co-sponsored by Rio Salado College, presented by Silicon Valley Bank. Started as a virtual program in 2020, the program's curriculum will continue to be developed by the Chamber’s Businesses Innovation and Strategy Council and will now take place on campus at Rio Salado College. This program serves … [More]
Planet Fitness Franchisee Expands Presence in Phoenix as Industry Leader
United PF Partners, the largest Planet Fitness franchisee, announced further expansion in Phoenix with two new club openings in early 2022. United PF Partners has plans for continued growth over the next five years to maintain the brand’s industry-leading status and the most fitness centers in the Phoenix area. The two new clubs will bring United PF Partners’ total to 38 Planet … [More]
Wellness Clinic in Scottsdale Open, Prompted by Skin Cancer and COVID
Brett Lane, was at the top of his game growing his Search Engine Optimization company when, in 2019, he was diagnosed with melanoma on his neck. It was only the size of a dime to the eye but the surgeons had to take out much more since there were concerns of the cancer spreading to his lymphatic system. When he was diagnosed, he dove into the world of alternative health and … [More]
Online Baking Co. Offers Gourmet Baking Options with New Direct-to-Door Cake Mix Service
Wild Rye Baking Co., a new online baking company, launched today making baking a piece of cake, serving up reimagined cake, frosting and pancake mixes for the discerning home baker to elevate celebrations, no experience required. Through a variety of gourmet yet easy-to-make mixes, Wild Rye Baking Co. delivers a simple, elevated solution to stay on top of holidays and … [More]
More Luxury Condominiums Tucked into the Canyons of the McDowell Mountains Hit Market
After successful sell-out of the first 24 residences, sales are now underway at ICON at Silverleaf, a high-style, highly amenitized enclave of luxury condominiums tucked into the canyons of the McDowell Mountains. Situated within the gates of Silverleaf at DC Ranch, regarded as one of Arizona’s most exclusive golf club communities, ICON is surrounded by natural desert beauty … [More]
