AZ Now Biz Author: Shelby Hill
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Girlfriend University Isn’t Just For The Ladies
Don’t let the rhinestones, quotes by Madonna, crystal chandeliers and fuchsia touches fool you; Girlfriend University is serious business. Founders Renee Dee, former publisher of Arizona Foothills Magazine, and Jodi Low, a former sales and marketing professional, combined their corporate … Continue reading
Studies Show That Every Dollar Invested In Tourism Returns At Least Double That Amount
Forests of Saguaro cacti lit by fiery red and orange sunsets, gun-toting cowboys staging shoot-outs, and the Grand Canyon’s striated walls looming over the Colorado River. One would think these distinctly Arizona images could sell themselves. Unfortunately, Arizona’s tourism industry … Continue reading
Boefly, A New Online Marketplace, Matches Borrowers With Lenders
One couple searched unsuccessfully for six months to secure a loan. Then, 14 days after using a new online marketplace, Ted and Cindy Ferkenhoff had an offer. The Ferkenhoffs, who needed a loan to open an AlphaGraphics franchise in Flagstaff, … Continue reading
Arizona Launches Innovative Media Campaign To Bring Back Tourists
Arizona has gotten a bad rap as of late, with the added national backlash from the passage of SB 1070 making it even tougher for the state to climb out of the recession. But the Arizona Office of Tourism is … Continue reading
Q&A Steve Chucri, President and CEO Arizona Restaurant Association
-In 2002, Steve Chucri was lobbying at the state level when the Arizona Restaurant Association president and CEO position was presented to him. Chucri now uses his political and lobbyist backgrounds to help Arizona’s restaurant industry navigate today’s tough issues. … Continue reading
Paramount Promotions Puts Its Products On The National Stage
Each year Paramount Promotions transforms the University of Phoenix Stadium from the home of the Arizona Cardinals into the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl with colorful and eye-catching graphics. Phoenix-based Paramount Promotions designs and manufactures most of the … Continue reading
Get Fit Quick With Dr. Ben Bocchicchio’s 15 Minute Workout
I’ll be honest; the thought of hopping on a treadmill or sweating through push-ups will easily evoke a “Do I really have to?” whine from me. But when I heard about a magical workout – 15 minutes, just two days … Continue reading
AZNow.Biz Launches Health And Wellness Series For The New Year
One of the most common New Year’s resolutions is to become a healthier version of you in the next year. For some people that may mean hitting the gym, for some it means putting down the cupcake and picking up … Continue reading
i/o Data Centers Keeps Companies Nationwide Up And Running
Despite an ongoing recessionary climate, Phoenix-based i/o Data Centers just keeps on growing and doesn’t plan on stopping. In the last year i/o doubled its number of employees and is looking to expand its Phoenix location. In Oct., i/o announced … Continue reading
The Canalscape Project Envisions Beautifying The Phoenix-Area’s Many Canals
Forget “The Valley of the Sun.” Imagine “The Venice of the Southwest.” It’s an idea that’s hard to fathom now, especially when most Valley residents think of canals as “ugly, smelly and dangerous,” says Nan Ellin, a former Arizona State … Continue reading
Touchdown AZ Is Your Source For All Things College Football
College football season is almost over for most teams and cities. But luckily, here in Arizona, the season isn’t officially over until Jan. 10, 2011, when Glendale hosts the BCS National Championship Game. This year Arizona will host three games … Continue reading
Cyber Monday Deals For 2010
We all know – and sometimes dread – Black Friday. But Cyber Monday is something even the most antisocial person can get behind. Cyber Monday allows you to shop from the comfort of your computer. No need to even change … Continue reading
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Home Productivity: Just How Productive Are Telecommuters?