Carrington College is proud to announce an entirely new Trades Education Center in Phoenix, which will offer three skilled trade programs including Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance Technology, and Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R). After years of industry and local market research, each of these three new programs were selected … [More]
Pair of Arizona Researchers to Receive COVID Funding
In response to COVID-19 and the severe underfunding of mental health research in the U.S., the Institute for Mental Health Research (IMHR) is awarding two grants that will enable immediate and continued research into the pandemic’s effect on mental health. Awardees are Arizona scientists Athena Aktipis, PhD and Michelle “Lani” Shiota, PhD. Money for the awards comes from IMHR’s … [More]
Home Office Concept Debuts in Phoenix Area to Meet Needs of Today’s Homebuyers
KB Home announced the grand opening of The Traditions at Verrado, a new community of ranch-style homes situated in a premier master-planned community. Homeowners will enjoy the community’s abundant amenities, which include a variety of outdoor recreation options and a vibrant downtown shopping and dining district. The distinguished collection of one-story homes can be … [More]
Bidding Service Launches New High-Tech Construction Materials Bidding Application
BidBird® has made buying and selling bulk construction products a seamless online experience. Using an advanced internet bidding system, guided by auction theory, buyers place online orders and receive multiple blind bids preventing collusion and protecting institutional privacy. The bid deadlines are set by the participating buyer on weekly intervals. “Two years … [More]
Local First Arizona’s ‘Indie Week’ Turns to Month-Long Campaign, Sep. 1 to 30
Local First Arizona’s annual statewide campaign, called Independents Week, or “Indie Week”, is usually a week-long celebration of Arizona independent businesses featuring 20% off golden coupons, bar crawls and more. This year, LFA is asking consumers to double down on Arizona small businesses fighting to stay alive during a pandemic and experiencing slower than usual … [More]
Phoenix Food Company to Help Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon with Support of Local Bank
Americano Foods, creator of Americano® nut butters announced they will contribute 100 percent of proceeds from online sales throughout September to relief work in Beirut, Lebanon. FirstBank, one of the nation’s largest privately held banks with a focus on “banking for good,” has agreed to match money raised throughout the month. Devastated watching the Beirut explosion and … [More]
Pharmacy Team Manufactures and Donates Hand Sanitizer for Local Communities Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
Covetrus, a global animal-health technology and services company has donated 6,000 bottles of hand sanitizer to help protect Phoenix communities and Arizona medical personnel from coronavirus. The sanitizer was manufactured by employees of the Company’s Phoenix-based pharmacy compounding facility Atlas Pharmaceuticals. The sanitizer was donated to the Arizona Department of … [More]
Arizona Business Consortium Comes Together to Solve Problems, Deliver Solutions to COVID-19 Challenges
The Consortium was established with the goal of providing creative solutions and resources to Arizona businesses as they look for ways to safely open and for the long-term health and success of their businesses. Our goal at US POWER AZ PPE (POWER PPE) is to combine technology and innovation to give businesses, and everyday Arizonans, the resources they need to feel confident … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Luxury Consignment Store Pivots to Reach Customers Worldwide amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
It’s no secret that Instagram has been a lifeline for some businesses amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and for one Scottsdale-based luxury consignment store, the social media platform has allowed for it to successfully pivot and turn its brick-and-mortar location into a hybrid online destination, allowing customers to virtually buy, sell and trade luxury goods from all over the … [More]
Woman Co-Owned Emergency Restoration Co. Brings Together Trio of Industry Experts
A trio of Valley commercial landscaping and restoration professionals has pooled its expertise to launch a woman co-owned firm, Elevated Emergency Restoration. Services offered by the Scottsdale-based firm include water mitigation; mold and asbestos removal; fire and smoke damage; and reconstruction. Elevated ER is a qualified and equipped company with the required training … [More]
Global Building Industry Tech Co. Expands Manufacturing Operation
MiTek, a diversified global supplier of integrated software, service, engineered products and automated solutions to the building industry, announced today an expansion of its Phoenix-based manufacturing operations later this year. Currently, MiTek produces connector plates and MiTek Builder Products in its 261,000 square foot plant located at 7890 West Lincoln, Tolleson, … [More]
Capital Management Co. Expands into Arizona
Integrated financial advisory firm Rockefeller Capital Management announced the opening of its new office in Scottsdale, marking the Firm’s expansion into Arizona. Rockefeller also announced that the Legacy Family Wealth team has joined the Firm as its first team in the new Scottsdale Office. Led by Kenneth Milano, Managing Director and Private Wealth Advisor, the … [More]
Arizona Federal Credit Union Joins National Veterans Benefits Banking Program
As financial uncertainty lingers on the minds of many Arizonans, Arizona Federal Credit Union (AZFCU) continues its support of veterans to help them achieve greater financial literacy, independence, and resiliency, with their incorporation in the Veterans Benefits Banking Program (VBBP). Developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs and Veterans Benefits Administration, this … [More]
Arizona Economic Dashboard Launched to Collect Economic Data for Recovery and Beyond
The Greater Phoenix Chamber launched the Arizona Economic Dashboard, a new tool developed to collect meaningful economic data signaling Arizona’s progress through economic recovery and beyond. “The Greater Phoenix Chamber is consistently evaluating how to serve the business community in the best way possible,” said Todd Sanders, president and CEO of the Greater Phoenix … [More]
ADOR Advises Taxpayers to Verify Mailing Address Information
The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) would like to remind taxpayers and business owners to verify that their mailing address is correct when filing. It is critical to ensure address information is accurate so taxpayers can receive important correspondence from ADOR. ADOR recommends using a standardized address that is fully spelled out and uses the postal service … [More]
Pilates Studio Re-Opens Valley Locations Aug. 20, Approval by ADHS
Club Pilates announces it will re-open three of its Valley studios tomorrow, Thursday, August 20, after receiving approval from the Arizona Department of Health Services. Club Pilates, the nation’s largest premium Pilates franchise, is one of the first boutique gyms to get approval to re-open since being shut down in late June. The local franchise locations include Scottsdale … [More]
UArizona Makes ’50 Most Influential Universities in the World Today’ List
Powerful institutions that speak with authority change the world for the better. Few institutions have the expertise and reach of a top university. Faculty, researchers, and alumni create ripple effects through innovation and achievement that drive government, science, and culture forward. AcademicInfluence.com spotlights those authoritative higher education institutions … [More]
Business Leaders Team Up to Provide Virtual Business Education at No Cost
Local business leaders from across the nation are coming together to provide virtual business classes to their peers at no cost through Enterprise University, a highly acclaimed business education program from Enterprise Bank & Trust. Enterprise University operates in St. Louis, Kansas City and Phoenix, and this semester has expanded to our markets in New Mexico, … [More]
