Lateral Growth: The Precise Corporate Staging Mantra

Looking back at the explosive growth trajectory that Precise Corporate Staging has enjoyed since its inception in 2000, owner David Stern says their plan was to have “sideways” growth. Stern always believed that his company needed to keep expanding into more … Continue reading →

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The ABC’s Of Mediation

Alternative dispute resolution can be a cost-effective way to resolve legal issues From a business perspective, mediation makes sense as a strategic tool to reduce risk. You receive a great return on your investment of a relatively small amount of … Continue reading →

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Alzheimer’s Prevention Trial Announced

In collaboration with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Banner Alzheimer’s Institute (BAI), University of Antioquia in Colombia and Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, announce the first-ever prevention trial in cognitively healthy individuals who are destined to develop … Continue reading →

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Desert Schools Honored For Community Service In Arizona

Desert Schools Federal Credit Union, the largest not-for-profit membership-based financial institution in the state of Arizona, announced today that it has been selected by Toastmasters International and the organization’s District 3 Governor as the 2012 award recipient for community service … Continue reading →

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Preparing The Office For The Summer, Vacation

Summer can be a challenging time for business owners and families alike. The temperatures are well into the triple digits, kids are off from school, and employees want to take a vacation from the triple digits with their kids. As … Continue reading →

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Michael Pollack, Real Estate Investments

Michael Pollack discusses his experience in the real estate industry in Arizona. Michael Pollack Title: President and Founder Company: Real Estate Investments What was it about the real estate industry that attracted you? My grandfather and father were in the … Continue reading →

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Eldorado Names New President

Phoenix-based Eldorado, a division of MphasiS, and a leading provider of robust benefit administration solutions, announced today that Sally Else will succeed Eldorado’s retiring President, Tom Castleberry. Else, currently Eldorado’s Executive Vice President of Business Development, is expected to take … Continue reading →

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Parsons Foundation Gives $5M To Fight HIV/AIDS

The Parsons Foundation is making a multi-million dollar contribution to help men, women and children battling HIV/AIDS in Arizona. The Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS announced a combined donation of $5 million from the founders of GoDaddy.com, the world’s largest provider of Web … Continue reading →

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Kierland Developers Host Memorial Day Weekend Concert In Greer

Escape the 100-degree weather this Memorial Day weekend and head to the White Mountains for Hidden Meadow Ranch’s Boots, BBQ and Beer concert on Sunday, May 27th. Providing first-rate accommodations and service is second nature at Hidden Meadow Ranch. The owners, … Continue reading →

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Get Your Ads Noticed, And Other PR Lessons

How to get your ads notice ― and other lessons in public relations Advertising can be vital to attracting attention to your business, but it’s not all that gets customers through the door. For companies touting consumer-related products and services, … Continue reading →

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GPS Insight Is A Finalist For The 2012 Red Herring Top 100 Americas Award

Scottsdale-based GPS Insight, a leading technology provider of GPS fleet tracking solutions for commercial and government fleets, announced today it has been selected as a finalist for Red Herring’s Top 100 Americas Award, a prestigious list honoring the year’s most … Continue reading →

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Arizona’s Top Lawyers 2012 – Mergers & Acquisitions – Real Estate

Arizona Business Magazine used its own research, solicited input from legal experts, and referenced professional ratings and rankings to determine the legal professionals who made the 2012 Top Lawyers list. MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS Charles R. Berry ◆ Polsinelli Shughart PC … Continue reading →

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Arizona’s Top Lawyers – 2012 Construction Litigation Employment/Labor Relations

Arizona Business Magazine used its own research, solicited input from legal experts, and referenced professional ratings and rankings to determine the legal professionals who made the 2012 Top Lawyers list. CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION Kevin J. Bonner ◆ Fennemore Craig PC 602-916-5379 … Continue reading →

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Arizona’s Top Lawyers – 2012 Banking & Business/Corporate Law

Arizona Business Magazine used its own research, solicited input from legal experts, and referenced professional ratings and rankings to determine the legal professionals who made the 2012 Top Lawyers list. BANKING Michael A. Bosco ◆ Tiffany & Bosco 602-255-6002 ◆ … Continue reading →

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Arizona’s Top Lawyers – 2012 Environmental – Estate & Trust Lit

Arizona Business Magazine used its own research, solicited input from legal experts, and referenced professional ratings and rankings to determine the legal professionals who made the 2012 Top Lawyers list. ENVIRONMENTAL LAW Charles A. Bischoff ◆ Jorden Bischoff & Hiser … Continue reading →

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Arizona’s Top Lawyers – 2012 Healthcare – Intellectual Property

Arizona Business Magazine used its own research, solicited input from legal experts, and referenced professional ratings and rankings to determine the legal professionals who made the 2012 Top Lawyers list. HEALTHCARE Charles L. Arnold ◆ Frazer Ryan Goldberg & Arnold … Continue reading →

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Arizona’s Top Lawyers 2012 – Securities & Corporate Finance – Tax

Arizona Business Magazine used its own research, solicited input from legal experts, and referenced professional ratings and rankings to determine the legal professionals who made the 2012 Top Lawyers list. SECURITIES AND CORPORATE FINANCE Bryant D. Barber ◆ Lewis and … Continue reading →

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Harrington Jr. Named CEO Of John C. Lincoln Deer Valley Hospital

Long-time Valley hospital executive John Harrington Jr. begins service as CEO of John C. Lincoln Deer Valley Hospital Monday, May 14. Harrington started his career in health care administration 33 years ago as the assistant vice president of operations at … Continue reading →

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Arizona Students’ Science Scores Improve Faster Than The Nation’s

The Arizona Department of Education (ADE) announced that Arizona’s 2011 eighth grade National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Science scores improved three points from its 2009 science scores. NAEP is considered the gold standard in reliable and valid assessments. While … Continue reading →

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Chandler Neighborhood Roadhouse Revamps Restaurant

After 10 years in the restaurant business, Iguana Macks is getting a facelift. Under new ownership, the Chandler roadhouse plans to keep its rustic yet casual appeal while enhancing the menu, décor and entertainment. Iguana Macks is an American neighborhood … Continue reading →

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Z’Tejas Announces Fifth Location In Central Phoenix

On the heels of celebrating their 20th anniversary in Arizona, Scottsdale-based Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill is announcing the addition of their fifth location in central Phoenix located at 16th street and Bethany Home Road. Construction will begin on July 2. The … Continue reading →

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AZ Business Magazine May/June 2012

Arizona Business Magazine May/June 2012 EVER-CHANGING ECONOMY In 2007, when SRP commissioned its Metro-Phoenix Business Study, just 1 percent of those business owners and executives surveyed cited the economy as a challenge or obstacle they had to overcome in the … Continue reading →

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Social Media: Turning Tweets Into Tourists

Used correctly, social media can pay off for the hospitality industry Over the holidays, the JW Marriott Desert Ridge built a giant village out of 800 pounds of gingerbread and 250 pounds of chocolate to display in its lobby. For … Continue reading →

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The 5 C’s of Credit: 
What Do They Mean To Your Small Business Loan?

One of the most common questions among small business owners seeking financing is: “What will the bank look for from me and my business?” While every bank has its own unique criteria, many use some variation of the five C’s … Continue reading →

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Scottsdale Entrepreneur Launches FreedomRefined.com

Scottsdale entrepreneur Candyce Henry, an Arizona resident and former vice president of AT&T before continuing her career at Hewlett-Packard and American Express, found herself increasingly disenchanted by the lack of comprehensive retail outlets offering senior products to aid her mother … Continue reading →

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Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Launches ‘Piper Trust Encore Prize’

To recognize and build on the achievements of nonprofit and public sector organizations that engage the talent of people over 50 in “Encore” roles—Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust is launching the Piper Trust Encore Prize. “Mature adults that either want … Continue reading →

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Understanding Economic Concepts, Applying In A Global Perspective

Within the past few decades we have become a global economy, which adds great opportunity but also risk. Our global economy is affected by many more factors today and is connected deeply with other countries. How does this affect the … Continue reading →

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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Expands

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Arizona announced that it welcomed to its team former members of The JW Realty Group in Gilbert. Five real estate agents including broker owner Jason Witte have joined Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage’s various offices throughout … Continue reading →

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Five Great Apps For Mobile Finance

Mobile finance is about to boom (some say we’re already there). You may have dabbled a little with your own bank’s mobile app for easy money transfers and to check balances. Or you might be quite savvy with Google Wallet … Continue reading →

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Protect Your Business From White-Collar Crime, Embezzlement

In a tough economy, white-collar crimes are more rampant than ever. A study by Marquet International, Ltd. on 2010 embezzlement data found that the average scheme lasted more than 4.5 years, the average loss was $1 million and two-thirds of … Continue reading →

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