As the national worker shortage is mirrored in Arizona, many employers are wondering how they can attract good people. Charn McAllister, a management professor at Northern Arizona University’s Franke College of Business, says the pandemic delivered a one-two punch. “The losses suffered by most … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Hiring Woes May Be Here to Stay
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Changes Ahead for Flagstaff Dispensary
The menu summons visions of tantalizing treats: Banana Hammock, French Cookies, White Dream, Caramel Nips, Jilly Bean, Charged Blackberry Gummies, Bubba Cheese and Dragon Fruit. No, this is not a restaurant menu, but rather, a tiny portion of a very comprehensive list of products offered for sale … [Read more...] about Changes Ahead for Flagstaff Dispensary
Study Promotes Flagstaff Among Top Cities for Restaurant Workers
The Flagstaff metropolitan area ranks second for U.S. metros that provide restaurant workers with the best opportunity for healthy wages, an abundance of jobs and a more affordable cost of living, according to a recent study by moveBuddha.com. The study ranks all U.S. metros to find the best … [Read more...] about Study Promotes Flagstaff Among Top Cities for Restaurant Workers
Northern Arizona Business News Vodcast About to Launch
Business news seekers soon will be able to watch a fresh new program designed specifically for Northern Arizona, created to inform, engage and inspire. Zonie Living: Business, Adventure and Leadership is a television show or vodcast (video podcast) that will expand on Flagstaff Business News feature … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Business News Vodcast About to Launch
Keeping Cars Running
Surging prices for new and used cars and diminished supplies of critical parts caused by the global microchip shortage have caused drivers to rethink auto maintenance and purchases. Joshua “J.D.” Davis, manager of one of Prescott’s largest full-service maintenance shops, has firm ideas about how … [Read more...] about Keeping Cars Running
Saying ‘I Do’ to Micro-Weddings
Event planners are busier than ever and, not surprisingly, smaller weddings have taken the lead, especially in Northern Arizona. “We’ve had a lot of micro-weddings of 50 people or less since March this year,” said Nancy Bewley, owner of Prescott-based Luella House Weddings and the soon-to-open … [Read more...] about Saying ‘I Do’ to Micro-Weddings
Bear-Resistant Container Lands REI Deal for Local Entrepreneur
An inventor and avid backpacker working with the entrepreneurial program Moonshot at NACET has landed two major distribution deals for her next-generation bear-resistant food container, including one with outdoor recreation powerhouse REI. Holly Jaleski, of Flagstaff, said the inspiration for … [Read more...] about Bear-Resistant Container Lands REI Deal for Local Entrepreneur
Warming Altitudes with Cajun Spice
Bridging the culinary gap between New Orleans and Flagstaff is the goal of Altitudes Bar & Grill Chef Eddie Bibb, whose hope is to bring his version of Cajun Creole cuisine to Northern Arizona “one dish at a time.” “Eddie has become a part of our family,” said Altitudes Bar & Grill owner … [Read more...] about Warming Altitudes with Cajun Spice
Prescott-Area ATHENA Recipient to be Honored
In her experience growing up, and even during her career, Martha Mayhood Mertz wondered why women that she considered to be skilled and inspirational did not commonly rise to the ranks of leadership. Thus, she figured, if women’s strengths were publicly recognized, they could no longer be … [Read more...] about Prescott-Area ATHENA Recipient to be Honored
A Match Made for Hollywood
Making movies and commercials is not for the physically or mentally weak, says Sedona-based freelance production manager, producer and assistant director Margaret Knight. “Every job is different,” said Knight. “The film business is a formula, and when the formula works, it flows – and it’s a … [Read more...] about A Match Made for Hollywood
