Tag Archives: July 2009
A Look Back Finds Substantial Changes To Arizona’s Legal Landscape
Rapid-fire change has become the status quo in the legal and business community over the past 25 years. This change is particularly apparent to me, as my firm, Fennemore Craig, will celebrate its 125-year anniversary in Arizona next year, and … Continue reading
The State’s Health Care Industry Is Strong, But The Recession Is Taking A Toll
Although I have only been in Arizona 11 years, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center has been providing high-quality care to Valley residents since 1895. And for the past century, St. Joseph’s has been known for two primary missions: Service … Continue reading
Geisha A Go Go Serves Up A Japanese View Of The West
When life-sized posters of iconic rock stars line the bar — in this case, Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison and Sid Vicious — you know you’re in for a wild ride. A colorful hallway filled with neon-lit, arcade-style games marks the … Continue reading
This Isn’t the First Crisis The Valley’s Banking Industry Has Faced
The Valley has come a long way over the past 25 years, and the banking and financial sector is no exception. Challenges, crises and legislation brought about dramatic change that has created a new era in banking and finance. In … Continue reading
The Economic Recovery Begins In 2009, But It Will Be Slow Going
The national and state economies are expected to start feeling the effects of a recovery during the last quarter of 2009. However, the recovery over the next year will be slow, with unemployment continuing to rise and economic growth anemic … Continue reading
A New Study Provides Lessons On Enhancing Hospital Board Effectiveness
It’s no secret that nonprofit hospitals, which account for the majority of hospitals in the U.S., are under growing scrutiny from legislators and regulators. In exchange for being exempt from paying taxes, nonprofit hospitals must provide benefits to their communities, … Continue reading
First Job: John J. Bouma, Snell & Wilmer
John J. Bouma Chairman Snell & Wilmer Describe your very first job and what lessons you learned from it. My first job was working for my father at the Rialto Theater in Pocahontas, Iowa. It was a very nice, small … Continue reading
Small Businesses Continue To Power The Valley’s Economy While Maintaining A Personal Touch
As we approach a new era in Arizona business, I find myself reminiscing about the small business environment in the Valley 25 years ago, recalling the pioneering spirit of many courageous and determined entrepreneurs. In that era, the Five Cs … Continue reading
Arizona’s High-Tech Sector Has Grown And Diversified Over The Years
Intel. Boeing. The Mayo Clinic. Try finding anyone who hasn’t heard these renowned names. Fortunately for Arizona, they and other companies like them have been key to our state’s technology scene growing dramatically over the past quarter century. There is … Continue reading
Some Of The Troubles Facing The Real Estate Sector Today Ring Familiar
The landscape of the Valley’s real estate market in the mid 1980s was vastly different from today, but, as most developers are painfully aware, many of the challenges are markedly the same. What is different today is the solid foundation … Continue reading
Despite Tough Times, Economic Development Groups Continue To Woo New Businesses To Arizona
Economic development experts in Arizona hope to parlay the state’s convenient geographic location, and even a stagnant housing market, into attracting new businesses. Toss in relatively low taxes, a freeze on new regulations and a well-honed reputation as a business-friendly … Continue reading
Arizona Business Magazine Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary
An important lesson in the launch of any business or new product is to learn everything you can about your target consumer, and that’s exactly what Mike Atkinson did when he bought the Office Guide to Phoenix 25 years ago. … Continue reading
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