Attendance is flying high at Momentum Aerial dance studio, where co-owners Joanie Garcia and Morgan Louvier train 150 students a week and present several aerial dance performances a year. Though relatively new, aerial dancing is a combination of modern dance and static trapeze utilizing silks (a long piece of fabric hanging from anchoring equipment creating two long tails) and lyras (steel aerial hoops hung vertically by ropes). Joanie Garcia and Morgan Louvier have more 25 years … [Read more...] about Trapeze Artists Training Students to Dance in the Air
Stewards of the Trails Keeping Grand Canyon Accessible
On the “bucket list” for people all over the world is to hike the Grand Canyon, most notably, the Bright Angel and Kaibab Trails. Of the six million-plus annual Grand Canyon visitors, it is estimated less than 7 percent actually hike down into the canyon (only 1 percent to the bottom). Even so, that adds up to 434,000 hikers a year on the corridor trails. Maintaining these popular trails for safe passage are many people who work at times in high heat and low temperatures to ensure hikers … [Read more...] about Stewards of the Trails Keeping Grand Canyon Accessible
War2In Inspection Training Program Graduating from Moonshot
War2In, the innovative training program that certifies veterans and others in the lucrative field of non-destructive testing (NDT), is graduating from the Moonshot at NACET program this year and relocating to a facility in Bellemont. War2In – the name is a shortening of “Warrior To Inspector” – was the first Moonshot client to occupy the accelerator at NACET when it opened in October 2015. "In about three years, we outgrew our space in the accelerator," said Kenny Greene, War2In's … [Read more...] about War2In Inspection Training Program Graduating from Moonshot
Flagstaff Earns Eighth Spot for Vacation Homes in Nation’s Top Winter Markets
Results of the Vacasa Vacation Report, which just ranked the Top 10 hottest places in America to buy a winter vacation home, put Flagstaff at No. 8. According to Vacasa, an international vacation property management firm, conditions are right for investing. And winter is a good time to start looking, said Thaddeus Hanscom, Vacasa real estate trend analyst. It is estimated by company officials that homeowners with vacation properties in Flagstaff make on average $23,380 annually when they … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Earns Eighth Spot for Vacation Homes in Nation’s Top Winter Markets
Local Leaders Say Teacher Shortage is Hurting Business
Arizona is facing a significant teacher shortage, according to Expect More Arizona, with more than 2,000 unfilled positions in the past academic year alone. Local business leaders say the lack of teachers is having a detrimental impact in local classrooms and, thus, the workforce. “In the Flagstaff region, we all want a diverse economy and diversity among thriving industries. After all, that will benefit all of our residents,” said Mike Thomas, vice president of operations with Kinney … [Read more...] about Local Leaders Say Teacher Shortage is Hurting Business
Maximizing Your Marketing Impact with Branded Materials
If you’re exploring ideas to help your business stand out and make an impact, promotional items can be a great way to leave a lasting impression. When you choose your products wisely, they become an important marketing tool that keeps your business and brand top-of-mind. There is a strategy to choosing which promotional items to use in your marketing efforts, and it’s a good idea to do a little research first. In the modern printing industry, the options are truly limitless – and that can … [Read more...] about Maximizing Your Marketing Impact with Branded Materials
Symple Surgical Graduating from Moonshot at NACET with Honors
Symple Surgical, Inc. is graduating from the Moonshot at NACET entrepreneurial program and relocating to Flagstaff Airport Airpark. The medical device company, which has been a client of both the city’s business incubator and accelerator programs since 2015, will quadruple the size of its office and manufacturing space, from 1,800 to 7,200 square feet. “Not only are we graduating, but we are graduating with honors,” said Daniel J. Kasprzyk, president and CEO of Symple Surgical, Inc., (SSI) … [Read more...] about Symple Surgical Graduating from Moonshot at NACET with Honors
CCC Construction Students Lend a Hand
The students painted, did minor repairs, shoveled gravel and put their backs into some landscaping. They sweated, and by the end of the day, their muscles were sore. The work was hard, but it was for a good cause. “I like to work, being outside with the sun out,” said Deshawnte Cardenas, a student at Coconino Community College. “I want to give back to the community. As a community, I believe we should be able to help out and do good work for each other.” Cardenas was among seven CCC … [Read more...] about CCC Construction Students Lend a Hand
Winter Doesn’t Always Mean a Cold Real Estate Market
And just like that, 2018 is coming to an end. I always enjoy this time of year because it allows us to reflect on the past and look toward future endeavors. For you, buying or selling a home might be one of your coming aspirations. I often get the question; “Blake, it’s December, is now a good time to sell, or should I wait until Spring?” It’s a valid question, and the answer is not so black and white. There are many factors to examine, and each seller has individual needs and … [Read more...] about Winter Doesn’t Always Mean a Cold Real Estate Market
Managing Traffic, Preparing for Winter Visitors
Winter recreation traffic congestion has long been a two-pronged issue for residents and visitors alike. Tourism represents a major economic driver in our region and is an important contributor to all of us who live and work in Arizona’s north country. With increasing tourism comes the equally important second prong of public safety issues that accompany thousands of winter recreation visitors. Stories of emergency vehicles having to travel in wrong lanes; visitors invading local … [Read more...] about Managing Traffic, Preparing for Winter Visitors