Southwest Windpower, the world’s leading producer of small-scale wind generators for electricity generation announced today that it has hired Flagstaff Mayor Sara Presler as General Counsel. “As we grow through the development of business alliances and international expansion we now … [Read more...] about Southwest Windpower Hiring Mayor Presler
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Job Opening + Chamber News
The Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce announces an immediate full time opening in membership sales and retention. Successful candidate has strong written and verbal communication skills; proven track record of sales success; is goal and success driven; is able to work in a fast paced environment. Minor … [Read more...] about Job Opening + Chamber News
Machine Solutions Entering into Partnership with Forsyth Capital
Flagstaff-based Machine Solutions has entered into a partnership with Forsyth Capital. A news release was issued today announcing the partnership. “Machine Solutions’ leading technology, global reach and management team make it an ideal opportunity for Forsyth Capital in our core sector of … [Read more...] about Machine Solutions Entering into Partnership with Forsyth Capital
Purina Unveiling Solar Array in Flagstaff
Flagstaff's Nestlé Purina PetCare facility unveiled a 427 kilowatt solar array today, atop the Eastside manufacturing facility. Plant Manager Bill Calloway tells Flagstaff Business News the solar photovoltaic electric system is the largest project of its kind to be installed in a private … [Read more...] about Purina Unveiling Solar Array in Flagstaff
Governor Names Board of Commerce Authority
Governor Jan Brewer today announced the selection of 17 of Arizona’s premier business leaders to serve as members of the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) Board of Directors. The Commerce Authority, established with the passage of the Arizona Competitiveness Package earlier this year, is playing a … [Read more...] about Governor Names Board of Commerce Authority
SCA Helping Disaster Victims
It's been an active year for disaster relief, and SCA has been on scene at the country's most significant natural disaster of the year: the Alabama tornados. About 300 people were killed when tornados ripped through the south nearly two months ago. As communities continue work on cleanup and … [Read more...] about SCA Helping Disaster Victims
Lean Manufacturing Seminar
June 16 Lunch Seminar 11:30-1:00 at NACET, 2225 N. Gemini Dr. Richard Baron will present the seminar, focusing on techniques designed to eliminate waste and streamline processes. The no cost event will will include a live simulation of lean manufacturing. … [Read more...] about Lean Manufacturing Seminar
Motor Excellence Expanding in Flagstaff
When Motor Excellence, an innovative clean technology company in Flagstaff designing high efficiency electric motors, received a $962,000 grant from the 21st Century Grant Program coordinated by the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) in 2009, it hired five new workers the next day. The grant program … [Read more...] about Motor Excellence Expanding in Flagstaff
Expansion of Solar Industry in Arizona
Governor Jan Brewer is announcing expansion of First Solar Manufacturing Company. Headquartered in Tempe, the company will expand its presence in Arizona with a 135-acre technology campus in Mesa. Their initial investment totals $300 million and is expected to create 600 quality jobs – with the … [Read more...] about Expansion of Solar Industry in Arizona
Flagstaff Business Rockin’ Local Manufacturing
Bruce Zinky operates a “cantankerously independent” manufacturing company in Flagstaff. He describes Zinky Electronics LLC as a “strange anomaly,” as compared to other Northern Arizona businesses. “Manufacturing and assembly are … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Business Rockin’ Local Manufacturing
