OctoBER 2023

Cover Story

The Power of Healthcare: Making the Healthcare Industry Work for Arizonans

Health and well-being has long been a stand-alone category within which organizations have created narrowly defined programs. But there is a growing awareness of the interconnectedness of lifestyle and healthcare choices, and the organizations … [More]

Features

Discrimination in AI Hiring?

The use of artificial intelligence in the recruiting and hiring process has seen increased popularity in recent years. Many businesses, seeking to lower hiring costs and also reduce potential claims of discrimination (by taking human discretion out … [More]

Filling the Gaps for the Upcoming Retirement Wave

In today’s tight labor market, many managers and business leaders are grappling with the difficulty of recruiting and hiring quality candidates. Exacerbating the challenge is the nearly three million people who retired early due to the pandemic as … [More]

Mastering the Social Media Landscape

In the ever-changing social media landscape, staying on top of trends is vital for businesses aiming to thrive in the digital sphere. Knowing which social media platforms and trends to pay attention to and which ones to ignore can be … [More]

The Heartfelt Corporate Citizenship of JE Dunn Construction

In the fast-paced world of construction, where steel and concrete shape skylines, JE Dunn Construction stands out as a beacon of social responsibility and community engagement. Founded in 1924 by John Ernest Dunn Sr., JE Dunn has evolved into a … [More]

Roundtable

How to Stop Corporate Naysaying and Make Progress on Causes That Matter

As a spirit of activism stirs in business leaders, so does a range of anxieties and objections. If you’re thinking like an activist, your eyes are on … [More]

Economy

The Compelling Case for Impact Investing and Its Potential to Reshape the Future

The case for impact investing is increasingly compelling, not just as an adjunct to traditional investing but as an evolution of how we influence the … [More]

Legal

The Corporate Transparency Act: How to prepare your business for the new reporting requirements

Historically, smaller companies in the United States have had minimal legal compliance obligations to operate. Founders selected the state of … [More]

Nonprofit

Balancing Fundraising for Short-Term Needs and Long-Term Strength

The bumpy ride of the past two years — amid the pandemic and social unrest — has revealed a great deal about fundraising for immediate needs, as well … [More]

From the Top

Nancy Kleitsch: Making an ICONic Evolution with Automation

Since its founding in 2001, family-owned ICON Injection Molding has grown organically from a little stall in Happy Valley, Arizona, to three facilities spanning more than 55,000 square feet. Being a … [More]

By The Numbers

Work-from-Home Lifestyle

By now, Americans are well-versed in the work-from-home lifestyle. It’s been years since the sudden shift to remote work at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and now people are very comfortable with … [More]

Startups

If It Tastes Like Chicken … Thank Recreate Foods

Recreate Foods specializes in developing chef-drive, culinary-forward, plant-based chicken alternatives that deliver a better flavor experience than even traditional animal protein itself as well as … [More]

Healthcare

Medical Transformation One Incision at a Time

Despite the remarkable progress in medical technology, shockingly, mechanical cutting tools such as surgical blades and scissors still resemble their counterparts from the days of the Roman Empire — until now. A transformative shift is underway, led … [More]

Elevating Patient Experience

The healthcare landscape is in flux, influenced by technological advancements and changing demographics. While medical proficiency remains crucial, there’s an emerging battleground that healthcare organizations can’t afford to ignore: patient … [More]

Technology

This Platform Is Reshaping Corporate Growth

Drawing inspiration from YouTube, TikTok and other social media platforms, Tigerhall gives users bite-sized, real-world, actionable insights. Serving up content with all the features of the user’s favorite social platforms, Tigerhall is mobile and … [More]

Semi Insights

Keeping Arizona’s Semiconductor Industry Sustainable

In the United States, there is a significant annual disposal of more than a million tons of chemical waste, primarily in landfills or through incineration. The increasing demand for microchips, which has tripled in the last decade, exacerbates this … [More]

The Impact of MRAM Technology on Arizona’s Past and Its Bright Future

Based in Chandler, Arizona, Everspin Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in the cutting-edge design, manufacturing and commercial distribution of Magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM) and Spin-transfer Torque MRAM (STT-MRAM). The company caters to markets … [More]

CRE

The Necessity of Virtual Tours in Commercial Real Estate

In the fast-paced world of commercial real estate, staying ahead of the competition is imperative. Traditional methods of property management have evolved and a true game-changer has emerged: virtual tours. These immersive experiences are … [More]

Reflections on Designing for Desert Life

The breathtaking grandeur of the Arizona desert has nourished many of the world’s foremost creative visionaries. Iconic designers and architects throughout history, including Frank Lloyd Wright, have drawn inspiration from the desert’s captivating … [More]

Briefs

Corporate Gifting May Be Money Misspent

The purpose of corporate gifting is to enhance relationships with clients or employees while also fostering goodwill, ultimately leading to increased engagement and loyalty. However, scaling gifting programs while maintaining their efficacy is a … [More]

Camper Vans Can Provide Passive Income

The growing popularity of “van life” makes camper vans an ideal way to generate passive income. Those who own a camper van that often sits unused may be able to rent it out to other outdoor enthusiasts and start making money. Get “rental ready’’: … [More]

Convenience Stores for Metal

Metal Supermarkets recently opened its third location in Phoenix. “Phoenix has a large industrial base of potential customers who require a wide variety of metals for their ongoing needs,” says Andrew Arminen, chief operations and development officer … [More]