Dialog Health, a two-way texting platform that enables information to be pushed to and pulled from staff, announces it is expanding support for organizations adding text messaging to improve employee engagement during open enrollment. With many employers adopting telecommuting and reducing on-site, face-to-face interactions to comply with social distancing guidelines and … [More]
PayPal Hit 3.7 Billion Transactions and 346 Million Active Users in Q2 2020
Recent years have witnessed a surge in the adoption of digital payments worldwide, driven by the rising number of smart devices and the booming eCommerce market. As one of the first and most significant players in the digital payments landscape, PayPal has played a huge role in building a cashless society. According to data gathered by StockApps.com, PayPal hit 346 million … [More]
Record-Breaking Industry Research Effort Demonstrates the Global Growth of Coaching
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) has released its newest piece of industry research, the 2020 ICF Global Coaching Study. The 2020 Global Coaching Study is the largest coaching industry research study ever. It incorporates a record-breaking 22,457 valid survey responses from coaches and managers and leaders who are using coaching skills in 161 countries and … [More]
Booming Arizona Town Migrates Workforce Technology to the Cloud, Launches Workforce Management Solution
Kronos Incorporated today announced that Gilbert, Arizona – a high-performing service organization and one of the fastest-growing communities in the U.S. – is migrating to the cloud-native Workforce Dimensions suite from Kronos. The AI-powered, mobile-first workforce management solution aligns with broader digital transformation efforts in progress throughout Gilbert and … [More]
Digital Platform for Optometrists Allows Patients to Safely Interact with Doctors
In an effort to make eyecare safer and easier for both optometrists and their patients, a digital platform called Opti-Xpres has launched nationwide to help with patient onboarding, outreach, EHR synchronization, and provide a contactless glasses frame try-on feature that currently provides the highest accuracy on the market. The application allows doctors to customize an app … [More]
Local Security Consulting Firm Enhances Expertise with Acquisition
Avertium, an industry-leading managed security and strategic consulting partner to mid-to-large enterprises, today announced the acquisition of 1440 Security, a nationally recognized managed security service provider with a Colorado-based 24/7 security operations center. This acquisition enhances Avertium’s extended detection and response (XDR) approach, and advanced threat … [More]
Scottsdale Nutritional Supplement Co. Responds to COVID Needs, Launches Locally-Produced Hand Sanitizer
Safe and effective hand sanitizer is essential for staying healthy during the coronavirus global pandemic. Unfortunately, not only is hand sanitizer in high demand and difficult to find, but now many options are being deemed unsafe – or even toxic - by the Food and Drug Administration. That’s why Scottsdale-based Jigsaw Health developed its NEW Jigsaw Health Clean … [More]
Downtown Tempe’s Open-Air Market Returns for its 5th Season
This fall, the 6th Street Market in Downtown Tempe returns for its 5th season! On Sunday, October 4, 2020 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., an array of local artists, makers and food creatives will descend to 6th Street Park to sell and showcase their work to the community. “An outdoor market is very important to the community,” Julie Kent, organizer of the 6th Street Market, said. “Now, … [More]
Local Foundation Continues to Fund Nonprofits During COVID-19
In a move that illustrates a continued, strong commitment to nonprofits, the David R. Sellers Foundation has funded several nonprofits during the COVID-19 pandemic and officially launched its website. “Some entities have pulled back during the COVID-19 crisis but the David R. Sellers Foundation has done just the opposite – we are continuing to identify nonprofits with the … [More]
Phoenix-Area Restaurant among Winners in Discover’s $5 Million Commitment to Support Black-Owned Restaurants
Monroe’s Hot Chicken, a Black-owned restaurant in Phoenix, has won $25,000 from Discover’s Eat it Forward program. Discover is giving 200 $25,000 awards to Black-owned restaurants across the country to help them bounce back from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has disproportionately impacted the Black community. The winners are randomly selected based on the … [More]
New Phoenix Co. Aims to Help People Breathe Better Air, Delivered to Your Door
TRU Filtered Air, a new company based in Phoenix, announces launching innovative subscription-based, medical grade air filters. TRU offers all high quality MERV 13 rated air filters, which are the same efficiency rating trusted by hospitals to catch the smallest particles of virus, bacteria, dust, allergens and other toxins. Founded by David Zimmerman and Chris McConnell, both … [More]
Only Arizona-Based Credit Union Named SBA Preferred Lending Partner
Arizona Federal Credit Union announced today it has been designated an SBA Preferred Lending Partner (PLP) by the U.S. Small Business Administration, and is the only Arizona-based credit union with SBA PLP status. As an SBA preferred lender, Arizona Federal has the authority to approve its SBA-guaranteed loans, which simplifies and expedites the SBA-loan approval process for … [More]
Arizona and Israeli Companies Sign Channel Partner Agreement, Facilitated by Local Biz Group
In a move set to increase the use of superconducting technology that reduces the amount of electrical resistance in various products and applications, Arizona-based Ambature, Inc. today announced it has formalized a channel partner agreement with Israeli-based Ormic Components Ltd. Dedicated to supporting business between Arizona and Israel through B2B initiatives, business … [More]
Environmental Compliance Co. Sees Residential Housing Market Growth, Bucking COVID-19 Pandemic
With the residential housing market across Arizona and the U.S. experiencing steady growth despite COVID-19, Earthworks Environmental LLC has seen an increase in business of 20 percent compared to a year ago. The Mesa-based woman/minority-owned environmental compliance firm operates in Arizona, Florida, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ohio, Iowa, Wisconsin, … [More]
Global Supplier of Aftermarket Aviation Parts Gains 45,000 Line Items, Acquires Argentina’s Largest Airline
AvAir, an industry leading inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, has purchased the complete surplus inventory of Aerolíneas Argentinas, Argentina's largest airline and the country's flag carrier. The inventory consists of 45,000 line items of rotable and consumable material from Aerolíneas Argentinas retired fleets. “The coronavirus pandemic disrupted … [More]
Best of the West Finalists Announced, Positively Impacting West Valley
Honoring the West Valley’s best, WESTMARC has selected the finalists for its Annual Best of the West Awards Dinner. There are four categories that will be recognized: Economic Engine, Excellence in Innovation, Quality of Life Enhancement in the Community and Quality of Life Enhancement in Education. We’re excited to announce our finalists in each award category! … [More]
Axon Successful in Bid to Secure Land for New Headquarters
Axon Enterprise, Inc., was the successful bidder during a public auction of State Trust land at the southeast corner of Hayden Road and Loop 101 in Scottsdale. The 73.57-acre parcel’s final bid price was $49.1million. Axon has been headquartered in Scottsdale since 1993. The new land acquisition sets the stage for them to build a new, state-of-the-art facility where the … [More]
Medical Advisory Services Co. Launches Medicare Services throughout Arizona
Connie Health, a personal Medicare advisory service combining Medicare expertise and local advisors with data-driven insights, to help individuals make confident and informed decisions about their Medicare options, has launched its services in Maricopa, Pinal and Yavapai counties. Connie Health was formed in 2019 by Valley resident David Luna and partners Michael Scopa and … [More]
