Albert Einstein once said, “Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it, earns it … he who doesn’t … pays it.” Stability, comfort, privacy, security, community and personal expression are some of the top non-financial reasons for home ownership. While these are certainly all very compelling and vary in priority from each homeowner, the “eighth wonder of the world,” as Einstein called it, has massive impact to all homeowners as home appreciation is compounding … [Read more...] about Considering the Eighth Wonder of the World and Housing
Allergies Got You Down?
With springtime comes the beautiful blooming flowers, trees and plants. With the pollution and added winds picking up, high pollen and dust counts aggravate allergies. Poor dietary and lifestyle choices can increase the burden on the liver, making allergy symptoms worse. Eating a lot of fried, fatty or processed foods, foods that lack nutrients and vitality, will also increase the burden on the liver, creating more allergy inflammatory responses in the body. How do you know if you are showing … [Read more...] about Allergies Got You Down?
World’s Oldest Rodeo Unveils Stellar Lineup
Prescott Frontier Days, Inc. - World’s Oldest Rodeo, is gearing up for its 137th year of thrilling rodeo action. Featuring an array of talented rodeo acts and performances, brought together by top contractors from across the nation, this event promises great family-friendly entertainment. Taking place in Prescott, Arizona, the rodeo spans seven consecutive days, from July 1 to July 7, 2024, with two performances scheduled for Saturday, July 6th. The highlight of the 2024 specialty acts includes … [Read more...] about World’s Oldest Rodeo Unveils Stellar Lineup
Grand Canyon Conservancy Announces Katrina Bloemsma as COO
Grand Canyon Conservancy has selected Katrina Bloemsma as its next chief operating officer. Previously, Bloemsma served on the senior leadership team of REI Experiences, a division of REI Co-op. There, she re-engineered the division’s operating model to increase customer engagement and support profitable growth through new opportunities and innovative product scaling. “This role brings my expertise and my driving passions into perfect alignment,” said Bloemsma. “I could not be more excited to … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Conservancy Announces Katrina Bloemsma as COO
Moonshot Welcomes Jeff Saville as Executive Director
Moonshot is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jeff Saville as the new executive director for the Flagstaff Campus, a move that marks a significant step in the organization’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation in Northern Arizona. With more than a decade of experience in developing and administering business incubation programs, Moonshot officials say Saville is well equipped to take on this role within the Moonshot family. Scott Hathcock, president and CEO of … [Read more...] about Moonshot Welcomes Jeff Saville as Executive Director
With Ridership Up, Rail Advocates Push for Passenger Train Routes Linking Cities to Phoenix
A surge in Amtrak ridership and $66 billion in federal funding for passenger rail has sparked optimism in Arizona for new routes serving the state. South Central Arizona could get a long-sought passenger rail connection between Tucson and Phoenix, restoring Amtrak service to the capital city in the next few years. Plus, Arizona passenger rail advocates and Amtrak officials have broached the idea of a passenger-rail corridor linking Flagstaff, Phoenix and Tucson. It would provide alternative … [Read more...] about With Ridership Up, Rail Advocates Push for Passenger Train Routes Linking Cities to Phoenix
Flagstaff Breweries Join Forces for a Week of Exceptional Brews
In recent years, Flagstaff breweries typically have launched innovative offerings for Arizona Beer Week, a popular event held in February. This year is no different, as brewmeisters from many Flagstaff breweries have agreed to craft unique interpretations of the same beer style: Maibock. Maibock is a traditional German lager with nutty, toasted malt flavors. The beer typically marks the transition from dark winter seasonal beers to light summer seasonal beers. “We wanted to differentiate … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Breweries Join Forces for a Week of Exceptional Brews
Boricua Luna Caribbean Cuisine to Open Soon
It’s been a bit of a journey to bring authentic Puerto Rican food to Flagstaff, but husband-and-wife team Joel Pagan and Francys Colon can see the Caribbean moon rising on their brick-and-mortar dreams. In 2022, they bought a food truck and began serving their Boricua Luna Caribbean Cuisine from the Museum Club parking lot. Since then, they’ve been cooking at Lowell Observatory, Pine Canyon Flagstaff and other locations around town and Northern Arizona. They serve hungry students at Northern … [Read more...] about Boricua Luna Caribbean Cuisine to Open Soon
Moonshot Invites Entrepreneurs to Pitch Their Ideas
Moonshot is looking for the innovator or entrepreneur with the next great idea. The 2024 Moonshot Rural Pitch Tour – an entrepreneurship contest similar to ABC’s “Shark Tank” – starts this month in Wickenburg. Pitch contests are scheduled in 16 cities across the state, reaching Flagstaff May 3 and 4, and culminating in Cottonwood with the final statewide competition in August. Last year, Cottonwood Mayor Tim Elinski and his wife, Ruth Ellen, made their pitch and won the statewide competition … [Read more...] about Moonshot Invites Entrepreneurs to Pitch Their Ideas
Building, Maintaining Business Relationships through Connections
It probably happened around Valentine’s Day in first grade for many of us – we became more aware of the people in our world – our family and our classroom – and we were prompted to send them a nice card, a valentine. For Relationship Marketing Specialist Janice Porter, every day is Valentine’s Day. She has made a business out of showing busy professionals how to build and grow a network efficiently by cultivating and nurturing relationships, which has translated into more business success for … [Read more...] about Building, Maintaining Business Relationships through Connections