October 7 - Virtual Workshop: Selling to the Federal Government
October 7 Virtual Workshop: Selling to the Federal GovernmentSmall business contractors continue to play an important role in helping federal agencies to respond during the COVID-19 pandemic. Opportunities remain available for small businesses to bid on contracts and contribute to the mission of agencies.Join us for an overview of how to sell to the federal government, to include SBA programs and certifications to assist your small business CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Good Vibrations: Healing Power of Sound Therapy
Good Vibrations: Healing Power of Sound TherapyDuring the past several months, a new kind of sound therapy, often called sound healing, has begun to attract a following. Nicole Fonovich, M.Ed., R.T.I., founder/owner of Nicole Anne Yoga, a mobile yoga and holistic wellness company in Arizona, discusses the power of this up-and-coming meditation. Also known as vibrational medicine, sound therapy employs the vibrations of the human voice as well as objects that resonate–tuning forks, gongs, Tibetan singing
Let’s Go to the Gemba
Written by Jason Haines “When you are out observing on the Gemba, do something to help them. If you do, people will come to expect that you can help them and will come to look forward to seeing you again on the Gemba.” -Taiichi Ohno One day, a while back, I learned the importance of digging deeper when listening to someone else explain the issue at hand. I discovered it’s important as leaders to get our hands dirty, ask questions, and make hard decisions. Going to the Gemba isn’t always the
EBX Is Proud To Announce We Are Now Offering Medicare Plan Options
EBX Is Proud To Announce We Are Now Offering Medicare Plan OptionsIf you know of someone on your team nearing Medicare age, we would love to assist them with navigating the complex Medicare market space. The right plan can make all the difference in how you, your employees, or your loved ones help manage their healthcare. Phone & modified in person appointments are now available! Sincerely,The Employee Benefit Exchange Team480-839-6100
Let's do Kaizen
Written by Jason Haines “Never stop investing. Never stop improving. Never stop doing something new. Make it your goal to be better each and every day, in some small way. Remember the Japanese concept Kaizen. Small daily improvements eventually result in huge advantages.” -Bob Parsons When we are younger, we seem to want everything now; we don’t take time to understand there is a process to things that we need to follow. I was no different in this aspect as I always wanted to have everything now. Money,
American Lung Association Hosts Virtual Town Hall Series to Discuss Ongoing Impacts of COVID-19
This free, open to the public, webinar series begins October 7th, and will take place at noon each Wednesday for five consecutive weeks. The interactive live webinars will feature leading medical experts throughout Arizona and New Mexico. Topics will include: COVID-19 and Asthma, The Pandemic and Lung Cancer, COVID-19 effects on mental health, the interaction between Air Pollution and COVID-19, and COVID-19 and The Navajo Nation.Register here: http://bit.ly/LungAssocCOVID19Townhall
How Can We Find the Root Cause of the Problem?
Written by Jason Haines “A relentless barrage of ‘why’s’ is the best way to prepare your mind to pierce the clouded veil of thinking caused by the status quo. Use it often.” -Shigeo Shingo In many areas and walks of life there are constant problems and issues that affect our lives, and we either deal with or complain about them. But, in most cases, we never seem to try to find the root cause of why those things continue to happen. Our typical pattern is the same problem happens, we see it happening, we
Upcoming Lean Green Belt w/Certification to be offered in Arizona
Would you like to learn how to implement Lean into your company, not sure where or how to get started? Then let us help you!! Manufacturing Lean Green Belt Agenda and Overview- Course will be on Four consecutive Fridays Day 1- Sept 18 • Lean Overview and Culture, The 8 Deadly Wastes, 5S/ Visual Controls, Lean Formulas, Mapping of Processes Day 2- Sept 25 • Plant Layout, Standard Work, Training Within Industry, Mistake Proofing Day 3- Oct 2 • Quick Changeover, Total Productive Maintenance,
Meet Robert Taylor | CEO of Taylormade Sleep Services
Video File Link Address https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0_tYGYukPo&feature=youtu.beBusiness Name *Taylormade Sleep ServicesWebsite or Social Media Link *http://Taylormadesleep.com Who is the owner/manager? Robert Taylor How many years have you been in business? 5 years What product or service do you offer? *At Taylormade Sleep Services and Consulting, our goal is to enhance the quality of life for the patient by providing personalized compassionate care and the most advanced comprehensive treatment for the
Meet Alice Woodard | Owner of Printwerx
Business Name *PrintwerxWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.printwerxaz.com Who is the owner/manager? Alice WoodardHow many years have you been in business? 17What product or service do you offer? *Paper Printing, Promotional Product Printing, Silk Screening & Embroidery on Apparel and Large Format PrintingWhat makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *Our customer service is top-notch. We treat every customer as if their order is our own.What is the nicest thing a customer has ever said
Meet Audrey Alfano | Co-Owner of Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert
Business Name *Mercedes-Benz of Gilbert Website or Social Media Link *http://www.mbgilbert.com Who is the owner/manager? Audrey AlfanoHow many years have you been in business? 4What product or service do you offer? *Auto dealership. What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *Our customer service exceeds our client's expectations. What is the nicest thing a customer has ever said about your business? *The best car experience I’ve ever had from start to finish in my over 40 years of
How Did We Get Here?
Written by Jason Haines “While I made a living as a coach, I have lived my life to be a mentor, and to be mentored constantly! Everything in the world has been passed down. Every piece of knowledge is something that has been shared by someone else. If you understand it as I do, mentoring becomes your true legacy. It is the greatest inheritance you can give to others. It is why you get up every day- to teach and be taught!” -John Wooden A couple weeks back I was discussing with a former coworker the
Meet Christine Prezant | Business Relations Chair with Williams Field High School Band Boosters
Identify the individual(s) in the photo from left to right (first and last names). 2019-2020 Williams Field High School Black Hawk RegimentVideo File Link Address https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfQL6wI-r8QBusiness Name *Williams Field High School Band BoostersWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.blackhawkregiment.org Who is the owner/manager? The parents of the Williams Field High School Regiment volunteer to manage the program alongside the high school marching band directors.How many years have you
Meet Thomas Couch | VP of Operations & Business Development with Wolverine Builders, Inc.
Identify the individual(s) in the photo from left to right (first and last names). Thomas Couch, Jim Kimmel, and Luke Plzak. Owners of Wolverine Builders Commercial Construction, representing three generations and over 30 years of commercial construction experience.Business Name *Wolverine Builders, Inc. | Commercial Construction Website or Social Media Link *http://www.wolverinebuilders.com Who is the owner/manager? Jim Kimmel | President & Founder Thomas Couch | VP of Operations & Business
Meet Leanna DeBellevue | Owner of DeBellevue Global Marketing Agency
Business Name *DeBellevue Global Marketing Agency (Formally Out-of-the-Box Marketing)Website or Social Media Link *http://www.debellevueglobal.com Who is the owner/manager? Leanna DeBellevueHow many years have you been in business? 10What product or service do you offer? *We offer a full array of social media management products, from generic industry-specific posts to completely customized social media strategies and execution. Our focus is on helping businesses create messages that engage their
Meet Eric Reber | Owner of SpeedPro Mesa-Gilbert
Video File Link Address https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=_d7YtUvVYLk&feature=emb_logoBusiness Name *SpeedPro Mesa-GilbertWebsite or Social Media Link *http://SpeedProMesaGilbert.com Who is the owner/manager? Eric ReberHow many years have you been in business? 7What product or service do you offer? *Large format printing and signs.What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *Our consultative approach to all of our clients sets us ahead of our competition. Our purpose is to help
Having a Re-Grand Opening, special event or surprise a graduate?
Having a Re-Grand Opening, special event and wanting to bring smiles back to people's faces again or surprise your graduate with a balloon arrangement? Look no further, Zippy Entertainment can help you. Zippy Entertainment does balloon decorations such as elegant arches, floor arrangements, centerpieces, balloon drops, contact-less balloon deliveries or even a visit from one of our interactive costume characters (Santa Claus, Easter Bunny, Web Crawler, Dalmatian Dawg, Scooby, Ninja, or others) and been in
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Meet April Shaw | Wellness & Nutrition Coach with Isagenix
Business Name *IsagenixWebsite or Social Media Link *http://moxiefree.isagenix.comWho is the owner/manager?April ShawHow many years have you been in business?7 yearsWhat product or service do you offer? * I offer trusted nutritional supplements that are gluten and soy free, and also free of any artificial ingredients. The nutrition supports a variety of health goals such as healthy aging, kids nutrition, energy, cellular cleansing, weight loss, athletic performance, and gut health. The supplements work
Meet Greg Ringel | General Manager of Flancer's
Business Name *Flancer'sWebsite or Social Media Link *http://flancers.comWho is the owner/manager? Jeff Flancer, Owner | Greg Ringel, General ManagerHow many years have you been in business? Flancer's opened in Gilbert in 2000. But for myself, Greg Ringel I have been in the hospitality business for 35 years.What product or service do you offer? *Gourmet sandwiches, salads, soup, pizza, and pasta!What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *Locally owned and operated, independent, and serving
Meet Jess Janssen | Owner of Delta Life Fitness - Gilbert
Business Name *Delta Life Fitness - GilbertWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.deltalifefitness.com/gilbertWho is the owner/manager? Jess JanssenHow many years have you been in business? 1What product or service do you offer? *We are the place for women to train RIGHT! *30-Minute Workout Classes *Designed for Women *Child SupervisionWhat makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *Delta Life Fitness tackles the 3 major roadblocks women experience utilizing a gym for their
Meet Patti Daley-Mills | Owner of Daley Connections & The Transportation Mills
Business Name *Daley Connections & The Transportation MillsWebsite or Social Media Link *http://DaleyConnections.comWhat is your name & title?Patti Daley Mills | OwnerHow many years have you been in business? 30 yrsWhat product or service do you offer? *Special events planning, complete start to finish event services, and specializes in all types of ground transportation services.What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *Patti is detailed oriented and if she doesn't know something, she
Meet Sarah Pacaro | Owner of Re-Write Your Life
Business Name *Re-Write Your LifeWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.re-write-your-life.comWhat is your name and title? *Sarah Pacaro | Rapid Transformational Coach How many years have you been in business? 1What product or service do you offer? *Rapid Transformational Coaching by way of Rapid Transformational Therapy I get people quickly to the root cause of their issues and provide the "aha" they need to break free from what's holding them back and keeping them stuck. The same patterns keep
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Upcoming Changes to Arizona's Required Travel ID
Arizona Travel ID Beginning October 1, 2020, air travelers 18 years old and older must have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of ID for air travel within the United States. Travel ID is Arizona's REAL ID-compliant form of identification.Get Your Travel ID Visit GetTheGoldStar.com to start your application, review required documents, and access Arizona-specific FAQ.Learn More About the National REAL ID Program Visit tsa.gov/real-id for additional information and FAQ on the
Meet Constance Lemere with Employee Benefit Exchange, Corp.
Business Name *Employee Benefit Exchange, Corp.Website or Social Media Link *http://www.ebxaz.comWho is the owner/manager? Constance LemereHow many years have you been in business? 21What product or service do you offer? *EBX is a full-service Insurance Brokerage. We specialize in working with small to medium-size businesses to secure quality and competitively priced employee benefit programs. As a Broker, EBX is able to shop the market and find the best insurance options for an employer. This allows the
Meet Nikki Schaal with Farm Bureau Financial Services
Business Name *Farm Bureau Financial Services - Nikki Schaal LUTCFWebsite or Social Media Link *http://NikkiSchaal.comWho is the owner/manager? Nikki SchaalHow many years have you been in business? 12What product or service do you offer? *We offer a wide range of insurance and financial products including auto insurance, home insurance, life insurance, business insurance, farm and ranch insurance, financial planning services, investment planning, annuities, estate planning, college funding options, and
Meet Andrew John, CEO of John’s Refrigeration Heating & Cooling
ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS Business Name: John’s Refrigeration Heating & Cooling Website or social media link: www.JustCallJohns.com Who is the owner/Manager: C. Andrew John How Many years have you been in business: 50 What product or service do you offer? Air Conditioning, Heating, Home Performance, Duct Cleaning, and Indoor Air Quality What makes your business different, competitive or unique?John’s Refrigeration is more than an air conditioning company. We take a whole-house approach to customize
Meet Chuck and Angela Fazio, Owners of The Forum Coworking and Events
The ForumNot Your Ordinary Coworking Space The Forum is not your ordinary coworking space. The Forum exists to establish an environment where people are free to grow and thrive financially, professionally, personally and spiritually together. Therefore, they combine a variety of services to include business training, social and business events, a coworking and event center concept and a bar café in order to provide a place where career, community and culture meet. The Forum has public and private
Meet Jän Simon, Owner of Foundation Insurance Services
Business Name *Foundation Insurance ServicesWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.found-ins.comWho is the owner/manager? Jän SimonHow many years have you been in business? 1What product or service do you offer? *Property and Casualty Insurance for business; including (but not limited to) General Liability, Property, Business Auto, Workers Compensation, Professional Liability (E&O), Inland Marine and Bonds.What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *I am an independent insurance agency
Meet Luann Lennox, with Tequila Snobs, LLC
Business Name *TequilaSnobs LLCWebsite or Social Media Link *https://www.facebook.com/TequilaSnobs-LLC-197299017432668/?epa=SEARCH_BOXWho is the owner/manager? Luann LennoxHow many years have you been in business? TequilaSnobs, LLCWhat product or service do you offer? *TequilaSnobs conducts an educational, entertaining, tasting experience all wrapped around the most amazing southwest spirit... Tequila! Large corporate appreciation events as well as intimate in-home gatherings. No Tequila to buy as we do not
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Meet Jamie Ihms, Owner of The HQ Workspace
Business Name *The HQ WorkspaceWebsite or Social Media Link *http://hqworkspace.comWho is the owner/manager? Jamie IhmsHow many years have you been in business? <1What product or service do you offer? *We are a shared workspace for creative professionals and working parents. We offer 24/7 access to offices and meeting rooms without the overhead of a traditional lease. With flexible terms, our members can rent offices, coworking or day workspace, and family-friendly cowork-and-play space. Whether the day
Meet Holly Pritulsky of East Valley Associates-American Family Insurance
Business Name *East Valley Associates - American Family InsuranceWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.eastvalleyassociates.comWho is the owner/manager? Holly Pritulsky, Branch ManagerHow many years have you been in business? 14What product or service do you offer? *We offer a wide array of insurance products: Home, Auto, Life, Commercial/Business, Mexico Auto, and Vacant Property.What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *We’re not like other insurance companies. At American Family
Meet Cyndi George, Owner of Cynshine Yoga Pilates & More
Business Name *Cynshine Yoga Pilates & MoreWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.cynshine.netWho is the owner/manager? Cyndi GeorgeHow many years have you been in business? 2 years 2 monthsWhat product or service do you offer? *We offer a variety of classes and dynamic movement assessments. Our staff is certified in their area of expertise meeting national continuing education standards. Yoga classes: Kids, YIN, Slow Flow, Beginning, Mediation & Kundalini, Nia® Dance, Stott Pilates (Cynshine is a
Meet Robert Elder, With Wallick & Volk
Business Name *Wallick & VolkWebsite or Social Media Link *http://Facebook.com/robelderloansWho is the owner/manager? Stacy Neal-Branch ManagerHow many years have you been in business? 1.5What product or service do you offer? *Residential Mortgage lending, refinancing, Reverse Mortgages, investment properties, Bank statement loans, One-time-Close Construction, Manufactured Housing, Down-payment assistance programs and much more. What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *We are the largest
Meet Jason Hoy, Owner of Blue Fox Garage Doors
Business Name *Blue Fox Garage Doors LLCWebsite or Social Media Link *http://www.bluefoxgaragedoors.comWho is the owner/manager? Jason HoyHow many years have you been in business? 1What product or service do you offer? *Garage door service, repairs, and installations. What makes your business different, competitive, or unique? *We specialize in everything garage doors. It is my goal to get you educated on your garage door systems' current condition and relay multiple options tailored for your current
