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Craig Jackson – CEO Of Barrett-Jackson
When Craig Jackson took control of his family’s business, Barrett-Jackson, following the death of his father and brother in 1993 and 1995, respectively, he inherited a company that took in $15 million from one automobile auction. He was ready for … Continue reading
Steven Lockard – President And CEO, TPI Composites
When the goal is to carve out a spot on the cutting edge of green-energy technology, it helps to be in the business of making blades. That’s the case with TPI Composites Inc., a privately held company now headquartered in … Continue reading
The Me Gen: How The Bad Economy Could Affect Gen Y In The Workplace
Like it or not, the future is in the hands of Generation Y, and in this turbulent economy, an increasing number of companies are trying to find productive ways to work with a generation that has been raised on technology, … Continue reading
Nonprofits And Corporations Continue To Work Together As The Economy Falters
Ravaged by the effects of a devastating disease, boxing legend Muhammad Ali can still draw a crowd. Fans who remember the former heavyweight boxing champ in his prime as the handsome, graceful pugilist with the mile-a-minute mouth, still flock to … Continue reading
Real Estate Companies Are Seizing Opportunities During The Bust
With dark clouds hanging over the country’s economy and property prices tumbling, many people consider the idea of buying real estate absurd. Yet Valley real estate experts contend right now is the best time to buy. Jeff Pavone, principal of … Continue reading
Arizona Banks Work To Revive Consumer Confidence After Market Upheavals
Bank failures are in the headlines and that has raised questions for Arizona consumers. As a result, many of the state’s banks have drawn up their own plans of action to keep customers informed and confident. “In a period of … Continue reading
State-Chartered Banks Are Still Lending Despite The Credit Crunch
The credit crunch is gripping much of the nation, but Arizona banks are still lending money and most are well-capitalized to weather tough economic times. The state’s core capitalization rate of 10.31 percent is well above the national average of … Continue reading
Blood Systems Inc. Succeeds With A Delicate Balancing Act
When donating blood, many people probably only have a vague understanding of how the entire process works. Most donors certainly don’t understand how complex the mechanisms are that take blood to its final destination, or about the people who make … Continue reading
Higher Degrees Are Still A Solid Investment In Corporate America
If ever there was a time for a Master in Business Administration to pay dividends, this is it. In a troubled economic climate, experts say businesses are more careful about who they hire. Having an MBA opens doors to jobs … Continue reading
Tips On How To Navigate The Current Credit Crunch
The credit crunch is making its way from Wall Street to Main Street and squeezing businesses across all industries. There are some proactive steps Arizona companies can take to prepare for potentially challenging days ahead. Cash is king If you … Continue reading
Arizona Is Staking A Claim In Bioscience Territory
There’s no doubt Arizona’s public and private sectors have worked hard this decade to turn the state into a high-profile player in bioscience. And there’s no question these efforts have paid off with a number of successes. But no chart, … Continue reading
The Tourist Trade
By Don Weiner Arizona’s tourism industry expects to take more than a few hits from an uncertain economy. “Whenever we see a downturn in the economy like this, especially when the staples of life are so much more expensive — … Continue reading
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