A new report from a leading industry research group reveals that more than 17 percent of Arizona’s total tax revenue is generated by the auto industry and from the state’s drivers and auto owners. In a nationwide study released this … Continue reading
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Valley Real Estate Company Branches Out Of Arizona
Local real estate brokerage firm HomeSmart is continuing to grow by opening franchises in California. The nationwide company based in Phoenix recently began making its way to other cities across the United States offering one of the most attractive business … Continue reading
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Surprising Startup Hubs Across the U.S.
Typically, when people hear the word “startup” they envision the hi-tech hub of Silicon Valley. However, there are many surprising regions across the U.S. that are experiencing a boom in entrepreneurial growth and expansion. Venture 51, a seed-and early-stage fund … Continue reading
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Consulting Expert Sheds Light On New Hiring Trend
An important hiring trend underway right now isn’t getting much attention in the news. Companies both large and small are riding the economic recovery wave by filling mid- to high-level positions with contract employees. According to the Bureau of Labor … Continue reading
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Family Summer Fun 2012
During the summer, two things increase: the temperature and the amount of time your kids spend at home — and both can be stressful. Here are some fun and engaging activities for the whole family to enjoy so you can … Continue reading
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Steptoe Celebrates 25 Years In Phoenix
Steptoe & Johnson LLP celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Phoenix office with a gala at the Orpheum Theater in Phoenix. Clients and local dignitaries joined Steptoe lawyers from the Phoenix office and the firm’s other offices to celebrate the occasion. … Continue reading
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10 Things To Do When Business Is Slow
No matter what business you’re in, no matter how great your product, no matter who’s buying, every business goes through a lull or slow period during the year. Making strategic use of this time can help businesses lay a solid … Continue reading
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Photo: ActiveRx ActiveRx: Choose How You Age
ActiveRx redefines the way people age by providing strength therapy, a proven system that gives seniors the opportunity to maintain their independence, autonomy and the ability to continue to do the things they love to do. A couple, both well … Continue reading
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SnöBar Cocktails Expands Its Presence In Arizona
After one of the biggest splashes in the state’s alcohol history, SnöBar Cocktails is further expanding its footprint in Arizona to include additional resorts, liquor stores and restaurants. SnöBar’s alcohol infused ice cream and ice-pops are made with natural ingredients … Continue reading
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8 Tips For Dealing With Stress & Top 10 Most And Least Stressful Jobs
Here are 8 tips from Dr. Kevin Klassen, a cardiologist with Scottsdale Healthcare, and Dr. Anne-Marie Reed, a board certified family physician at Camelback Health Care, for dealing with workplace stress: 1. Do what you can to have a positive … Continue reading
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Short Supply, Rising Prices In The Phoenix Area Housing Market
Are we actually seeing the start of a housing shortage in the Phoenix area? A new report from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University reveals some surprising information for Maricopa and Pinal counties, as of … Continue reading
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Exercise, Workouts For Those With Limited Time And Equipment
Spring is here, and summer is around the corner! The perfect weather and surplus of activities encourages people to get out, get moving and exercise, but there’s never enough time to enjoy it all and still maintain your usual routine. … Continue reading
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Basic Raphaology: Healing Starts With The Sun
When I heard about raphaology and what it was about, it immediately made sense to me. The principles are basic — give the body what it needs to heal, and it will heal. However, the American diet is so far … Continue reading
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CenturyLink Celebrates National Safe Digging Month
This April marks the fifth annual National Safe Digging Month, and CenturyLink, Inc. is reminding Arizona residents to always call 811 a few days before any digging project. When calling 811, homeowners and contractors are connected to the local one-call … Continue reading
First Solar Lays Off 2,000 As Demand Wanes
Tempe-based First Solar Inc. will lay off 2,000 workers and close its factory in Germany following a collapse in solar panel prices that has erased the industry’s profits and forced some smaller companies into bankruptcy. America’s biggest solar manufacturer said … Continue reading
Matt Owens Earns Phoenix ‘Ad Person Of The Year’ Award 30 Years After Father
Matt Owens, partner at Owens Harkey Advertising, was awarded the highly sought-after J. Terry Groener “Ad Person of the Year” award by the American Advertising Federation’s Phoenix Chapter. Owens Harkey Advertising is a full-service advertising agency in Phoenix. Owens was … Continue reading
Arizona Voter Registration Numbers Increase
Secretary of State Ken Bennett has announced that Arizona’s number of registered voters has risen to 3,151,615. An increase of 17,381 since the last report in February. Of the state’s 3.1 million voters, 1,134,094 are Republicans, 952,907 are Democrats and 1,037,007 have either registered with independent parties … Continue reading
ActiveRx: Choose How You Age
ActiveRx redefines the way people age by providing strength therapy, a proven system that gives seniors the opportunity to maintain their independence, autonomy and the ability to continue to do the things they love to do. A couple, both well … Continue reading
Consumer Behavior Sparks Ideas For New Products, Expanding Markets
Marketing turns something old into something new: Consumer behavior sparks ideas for new products, expanding markets. Introducing a new product to market can take years of research and expense. Or it can be as simple as taking something already in … Continue reading
FASTSIGNS Launches New Brand Initiative
FASTSIGNS of Scottsdale, the local visual communications/sign and graphics solutions provider, has unveiled a new branding platform with updated messaging: “More than fast. More than signs.” “We want people to know that while we are fast, more importantly, we provide … Continue reading
Celebrating Entrepreneurship ~ Nominations Open For Spirit Of Enterprise Awards
Their entrepreneurship helps create new jobs and boost our economy. That’s why we should all be involved in celebrating the importance of Arizona’s best businesses. You can honor your favorite Arizona company by nominating it for the 2012 Spirit of … Continue reading
Teen Lifeline Honors Valley Sports Icon Jerry Colangelo
Teen Lifeline will honor Arizona businessman, entrepreneur and international sports mogul Jerry Colangelo with the Alfredo J. Molina Community Lifeline Award at Teen Lifeline’s 2012 Crystal Ball at Montelucia Resort on October 6, 2012. Colangelo is internationally known for his … Continue reading
First Job: Brad Preber, Managing Partner Grant Thornton
Brad Preber, Managing Partner of Grant Thornton, discusses his first job selling seeds door-to-door, his mentors and what he learned along the way. Brad Preber Title: Managing Partner Company: Grant Thornton Describe your very first job. When I was a … Continue reading
Diamondbacks Lead MLB With Lowest Fan Cost Index
The Arizona Diamondbacks announced that their Fan Cost Index of $145.94 is again the lowest in Major League Baseball for the sixth consecutive season by finishing more than $60 below the industry average of $207.34. The Fan Cost Index is … Continue reading
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