Audi’s A7 has become art on the road. Mercedes CLS, BMW’s 6 series coups and the Porsche Panamara are all winners, and, while they are all priced higher than the A7, this strikingly noticeable Audi has become a true contender thanks to a better EPA rating and a smaller engine that boasts great power and performance. Powered by a 3.0-liter V6 TFSI engine that produces only … [More]
The Integration of Love and Business
Driving and texting. Church and state. Love and business. At first glance, one would think these things should stay as separate from one another as possible. And, frankly, that’s how most people treat them — as combinations that simply don’t mix well, each half of the given pair to be compartmentalized and engaged with on its own. The thought of love being exercised in … [More]
How a Breach of Trust Can Propel You Forward
It is a critical planning time of year. Your senior leadership team needs your analytical skills tuned in to improving not just capital growth but the systems underpinning that growth. What happens when the system in need of improvement is behavioral? In the September edition of In Business Magazine, Tyrone Benson, Ph.D., quality and reliability research and development … [More]
Be Alzheimer’s-Friendly to the Public
Enabling public-facing businesses to better serve a consumer population dealing with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, Home Instead Senior Care last month rolled out a special Alzheimer’s Friendly BusinessSM training program. “The unpredictable nature of the disease is one of the biggest deterrents to going out in public,” says Rey Graf, client care representative with the local … [More]
2017 Lexus RC F
A true performance coupe, the all-new 2017 Lexus RC F is a sight to behold and an experience to be had. The sleek, low-stance design and sporty good looks are why this machine is getting so much attention and accolade by critics. It is a true monster on the road. The car boasts a 5.0-liter V8 engine designed to add performance and speed with the dual Variable Valve Timing … [More]
SumoMaya Fuses Latin and Far East Flavors
A classic at this point by German Osio, creator of Central Bistro and Local Bistro among others, is SumoMaya Mexican-Asian Kitchen located at Scottsdale and Lincoln roads. This spectacular hot spot is nestled in a contemporary sanctuary where Asian concepts and Latin flare come together to tempt even the most discriminating palate. The lunch menu is an array of dishes that … [More]
The Costly Truth about Cloud Divorce
When it comes to storing data in “The Cloud,” most business executives sign with a provider, never thinking about divorce. But what happens when you want to leave or move to another provider? What are the risks associated with that split, and how costly can it be? While cloud divorce may seem fairly new, it’s been happening for several years — sometimes because a provider … [More]
The World’s Most Valuable Brand Portfolios
Every year, leading branded business valuation and strategy consultancy Brand Finance puts thousands of the world’s top brands to the test. They are evaluated to determine which are the most powerful and valuable by country, by industry and against all other brands worldwide. The companies with the highest total value of brands under management can be found in the Brand Finance … [More]
The New Jaguar F-Pace Prestige
The best thing about the new SUV from Jaguar is, it combines the SUV experience with a luxury sports car experience. The famously exclusive brand has finally created a new and very useful vehicle that is getting rave reviews in both performance and style. While one may expect luxury and style to be atop the carmaker’s agenda in creating an SUV, this mid-size SUV is all about … [More]
Postino – Ambience by the Glass
A true original and credited with being the first local “concept” restaurant in the Phoenix area, Postino began in an old post office building in Arcadia as a wine bar and tasting room and has blossomed into a must for lunch — now Valley-wide. With locations in Arcadia, on Central Avenue downtown, in Gilbert, Kierland and now near Old Town on Highland in Scottsdale, Postino is … [More]
Is Back Health Worth the Cost of a New Chair?
Business leaders in all industries are coming to appreciate something that employees have long recognized: that their environment matters. It’s increasingly apparent that the health and well-being of staff has a substantial impact on the bottom line and that investments in the short-run can pay dividends in the long-run. In 2014, on-the-job injury and illness resulted in … [More]
What Employers Need to Know about the ‘Dark Web’
Have you heard of the “Dark Web”? While you might not consider yourself a “techie” person, it is crucial to keep abreast of what employees might be doing on their work computers. And this includes accessing the Dark Web. It might sound like a mythical creation from a sci-fi movie, but it is actually an easily accessible portion of the Internet that is untraceable and often used … [More]
La Bocca Valley-wide
Known in its Tempe location for incredible Mediterranean and Italian food, La Bocca Urban Kitchen + Wine Bar added locations in Chandler and on High Street in North Phoenix in recent months. This eatery is famous for its made-from-scratch pizzas and all-fresh and high-quality ingredients that take the flavors of these regions to an authentically delicious level. The perfect … [More]
It’s Not Just Checkbook Giving Anymore
In the past, the most common way for individual donors to support their favorite nonprofit was to open their checkbooks once per year in response to the annual fundraising campaign. They wrote checks from discretionary income, and, on occasion, donated stock or other appreciated assets. They still do, but today they have a wider array of giving vehicles at their fingertips, … [More]
STEM Under the Hood
Cars today have upward of 200 computer modules, and, adding to the complexity of repairing these vehicles, the technology used varies with the different manufacturers. The hybrid technology of Tesla and Nissan, for instance, uses different operating systems, different processes and different energy management systems. Noting the need for trained individuals who understand how … [More]
GCU Launches Business Resource for Students and Community
Grand Canyon University will open its Small Business Consulting Center this fall as a free resource for students, alumni and community businesses. It differentiates itself from other business consulting centers — incubators and accelerators — by using the resources of GCU’s faculty and students as well as drawing on the expertise of Phoenix’s entrepreneurial ecosystem with … [More]
2016 CT6 Cadillac Sedan
Introducing a new standard for excellence, the reinvented sedan by Cadillac is the 2016 CT6. With advanced technology and the latest in engine technologies, this performance luxury sedan is turning heads. With a twin turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine, acceleration is impressive. The 400 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque make for an exceptional response off the line. With … [More]
Tommy V’s Urban Kitchen & Bar
Urban Italian in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale makes for great lunchtime fare. This simple, modern establishment off Indian School Road is all about the best ingredients and fresh and innovative urban Italian dishes in an atmosphere that is open and vibrant. Known for its live music and great nighttime menu, Tommy V’s translates beautifully in the daylight as an equally … [More]
