Downtown Flagstaff businesses are decking the halls – and their windows – with festive flair this holiday season as they compete in the annual Downtown Flagstaff Window Decorating Contest. From beer-themed puns to tastefully designed winter wonderlands, the historic district has become a dazzling show of creativity and holiday cheer. Beaver Street Brewery has embraced the season with its playful “Hoppy Holidays” scene with multi-colored Christmas trees, while Lumberyard Brewing Company’s window … [Read more...] about ‘Hoppy’ Holidays: Downtown Flagstaff Lights Up with Window Decorating Contest
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Celebrating Amanda Kristinat’s Legacy on Flagstaff’s Start-Up Community
On behalf of the Moonshot organization and NACET community, I am deeply saddened to share the loss of our dear partner and friend, Amanda Kristinat. She wasn’t the kind of person who sought the spotlight; she allowed me to be that beacon. Amanda epitomized quiet strength, thriving in a supportive, behind-the-scenes role focusing on finance, grant writing and operations. Through the years, her invaluable contributions benefited organizations such as the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, … [Read more...] about Celebrating Amanda Kristinat’s Legacy on Flagstaff’s Start-Up Community
Entrepreneurial Spirits Rise with Moonshot Events
The post-COVID future of economic prosperity in rural Arizona is strong, poised and ready for lift-off, says Moonshot President and CEO Scott Hathcock. Evan and Kelly Anderson, founders of startup Drinking Horn Meadery, received the 2023 Shoemaker Award at Moonshot’s annual entrepreneurial awards banquet. The 3rd Annual Shoemaker Awards and 4th Annual AZ Pioneer Pitch Tour Finals shared the stage at Little America Hotel on the evening of July 28 in Flagstaff, both produced by Moonshot, … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurial Spirits Rise with Moonshot Events
Dan Kasprzyk, Russ Yelton, Drinking Horn Meadery Honored in Moonshot Awards
Dan Kasprzyk, founder of startups Symple Surgical and Poba Medical, received the Carolyn Shoemaker Award at the first Moonshot Entrepreneur Awards, presented by Moonshot at NACET, the region’s entrepreneurial development program. The Shoemaker Award was created to honor entrepreneurs who have graduated from the Moonshot program at NACET and gone on to establish businesses in the greater Flagstaff area that hire local employees. The recipient is chosen by a panel made up of members of the … [Read more...] about Dan Kasprzyk, Russ Yelton, Drinking Horn Meadery Honored in Moonshot Awards
Acquiring a Taste for Mead
The winner of the 2nd Annual Pioneer Pitch contest is betting that the next big thing in premium adult beverages will not be made from grapes or grains, but honey. Drinking Horn Meadery emerged as the victor in the Shark Tank-style competition that pitted close to 20 entrepreneurs against each other for $15,000 in cash prices, scholarships and Amazon Web Service (AWS) credits, plus business mentorship as an affiliate of the Moonshot at NACET program. The meadery’s presentation during the … [Read more...] about Acquiring a Taste for Mead
