Homeowners in Phoenix have more options now when it comes to selling their homes, thanks to a new kind of real estate brokerage that aims to make selling a home as simple and convenient as booking a hotel room online. The Offer Company was created as a new kind of real estate brokerage that offers homeowners the option of selling in the traditional way, by listing with an … [More]
New Telemedicine Platform Connects Patients with Their Primary Care Providers
How do you visit your primary care provider during the pandemic? For most Americans, that question remains unanswered. Thousands of private practice offices are not set up to see their patients. Telemedicine alone doesn’t solve the problem as relationships with anonymous doctors and lack of patient and disease history are challenging to overcome. Doctors and patients need to … [More]
Using Social Media to Encourage Brand Engagement during the Pandemic
As the pandemic continues to unfold, more and more brands understand that having a voice and communicating through their social media platforms is especially important right now. But how exactly does a brand encourage consistent engagement with its followers during a global pandemic? There are a few ground rules and best practices that every brand should adhere to during this … [More]
Zoom to Open R&D Centers in Phoenix and Pittsburgh
Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) today announced that it will open two new research and development centers - one in the greater Phoenix, Arizona area and one in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Zoom will immediately begin recruiting software engineering talent in these geographies. Employees will work from home until the offices are built and COVID-19-related isolation … [More]
Initiative to Serve-Up Meals to First Responders is Making a Difference
Tired of the typical takeout? MIXT is officially bringing back its locally sourced farm-fresh salads, market plates, and sandwiches for takeaway, curbside pickup, and delivery at Scottsdale Quarter on Monday, April 20 and with its reopening brings a new community based initiative to give back to those fighting on the frontlines during the current global health … [More]
Local Groups Band Together to Produce Restaurant Reopening Guide
Eateries across the state are starting to reopen their doors today, and while many have approached this moment with great anticipation, others remain concerned about retooling their practices, maintaining a safe environment and otherwise prioritizing public safety. That’s why full-service agency AWE Collective, KIND Hospitality and Local First Arizona have joined forces to … [More]
App Offers Free, 60-Minute Support Session with Mental Health Experts to Frontline Workers
Being a frontline worker during this pandemic is scary and dangerous, and many of those fighting COVID-19 are having their own bouts with anxiety, fear, helplessness, anger and more. As a way of showing appreciation, and recognizing the mental health needs of those on the frontlines, Lyf, the recently launched app that is the world’s largest virtual support group, today … [More]
95% of Small Businesses Fall Short of Meeting Goals, yet 77% Are Confident in Their Ability to Execute
Just 5% of small business owners report achieving all their business goals in the past 12 months, according to a new survey from Clutch, a B2B ratings and reviews platform. Clutch found that although 95% of small businesses fall short of meeting their goals, 77% are somewhat or very confident in their ability to execute their strategy. "I think the best goals are … [More]
Arizona Homebuilder’s New Concept Opens Doors to New Homes Faster
Homebuyers with a tight timeline don’t have to give up the dream of owning a brand new home. Fulton Homes has two innovative ways to skip the line, forego the time and get keys in hands without delay. Through the Fulton Fast program, Move-In Ready and Quick Move-In home options can satisfy desire for a newly built home and relieve buyers of the stress related to construction … [More]
Beloved Mexican Restaurant Reopening, Donating 500 Meals to Food Banks & Essential Workers
While Gov. Doug Ducey gave Arizona eateries the all-clear to reopen this week, the team at Macayo’s is taking a few extra days to make final preparations. Macayo’s Mexican restaurants will resume in-person operations statewide starting Monday, May 18. While guests should expect to see social distancing measures in place, they can rest assured that the menu and service … [More]
Arizona Motor Vehicle Division Makes Changes and Adapts
Recent weeks have seen a lot of changes for the ADOT Motor Vehicle Division. The biggest change was a welcome upgrade of the computer operating system. The obsolete platform that had served for more than three decades has been replaced by one that is state-of-the-art. The new system is far more flexible, adds many more service options online and makes sure those services … [More]
Top Restaurants Enhance Stringent Safety, Require Reservations upon Reopening
Dominick’s Steakhouse, Steak 44 and Ocean 44 are thrilled to safely and warmly welcome the return of staff and guests into all of its dining rooms starting on Monday, May 11th at 4PM. For the comfort and enjoyment of guests, the Valley’s favorite family of steak and seafood restaurants have enhanced their existing stringent safety and sanitation protocols. Including … [More]
Law Firm Grants Request to Food Bank in Response to Pandemic
Desert Mission Food Bank is facing critical shortages due to Covid-19 pandemic and reached out to Jaburg Wilk with an emergency funding request. For years, Jaburg Wilk employees have volunteered at Desert Mission Food Bank helping sort, box, pack foods and help food bank clients shop for food. However, since food from restaurants evaporated and food from grocery stores has … [More]
The Maricopa Community Colleges Are 3D Printing PPE For Medical Workers
The Maricopa Community Colleges in collaboration with the Healthcare Education Department and the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, are using 3D printers for manufacturing and donating Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). PPE will be delivered to healthcare providers and first responders across the Valley to bring relief to the Arizona community and assist those in need … [More]
BBB Seeking Nominations for Annual ‘Torch Awards for Ethics’ Program
Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB) is seeking public nominations to recognize companies as part of the annual Torch Awards for Ethics program. The event celebrates businesses that positively impact the community, keeping ethics and integrity at the forefront of operations. Now is an especially important time to highlight businesses that take strides … [More]
Nonprofit Partners with Valley Restaurants to Feed Hungry, Support Local Business
The COVID-19 pandemic required the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) to completely shift its service model, presenting a unique opportunity to connect people who need food with those who have food but need customers. SVdP has partnered with 14 local food businesses to purchase pre-packaged meals at a discounted price. Those meals are served to-go style at each of the … [More]
Six Steps to the Right Remote Help Desk Solution
In the future, more and more people will work from home. In fact, in Germany, a new law has been proposed that could establish home office options as an employee right. The tricky thing is that employees in their own home generally have no onsite IT support. So if technical problems occur, a loss of productivity can quickly result. Unless the companies have provided a remote … [More]
WEBINAR: Helping Employees Maintain Mental Health While Working from Home
Poms & Associates, a full-service, independent insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced the availability of a free educational webinar about mental health best practices that employers, managers and supervisors can relay to their employees while working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Part of Poms & Associates’ series of webinars about … [More]
