Aug 8. 7:30-9:00 A.M. Coconino County Supervisor Mandy Metzger is hosting a coffee and conversation meeting. Special guest Rich Bowen, President and CEO of the Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) will be at the meeting. Meet at the Continental Country Club. … [Read more...] about Monday Morning Coffee Talk
Business Calendar
Flagstaff Chamber Ribbon Cutting Friday
Aug 12. This Friday at 9:00a.m., the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce will celebrate Rance Coons and Springleaf Financial with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. The event will take place at 1750 Railroad Springs Blvd, Suite #2. More information is available through the chamber. 928) 774-4505 … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Chamber Ribbon Cutting Friday
Co-Working at NACET
Aug. 5th, 10th, and 26th. Back by popular demand, NACET is offering a co-work program for those who are currently working out of a home office, or need a change of scenery from a normal work space. This co-work space will be a shared workspace in the NACET conference room with multiple work areas. Amenities will include wireless internet, access to a printer/copier/scanner, phone, basic office supplies (staples, paperclips, hole punch, etc.), and access to a basic kitchen (coffee pot & … [Read more...] about Co-Working at NACET
Understanding Search Engine Optimization
Aug. 16th at 6:00 p.m. Having a website doesn't mean anyone is ever going to find it! One of the most important things you can do to make your internet presence work for you is to have your site prepared correctly for the search engines. This discussion will look at lots of techniques to make a website ready for Google, Yahoo, Bing, and the thousands of other engines out there. Held at Pizza Furiosa 2500 S. Woodlands Plaza Blvd. Presented by Joe Bodin of Flagstaff Central.com, … [Read more...] about Understanding Search Engine Optimization
Future of Navajo Generating Station Uncertain
The future of the Navajo Generating Station near Page, AZ. remains uncertain. The Interior Department has requested the U.S. Environmental Protection agency to put off a decision on pollution controls for the coal fired plant for at least six months. A decision by the EPA was expected this summer which likely would have required additional reductions of nitrogen oxide emissions. An official from the Interior Department says the office needs more time to study the impacts of requiring … [Read more...] about Future of Navajo Generating Station Uncertain
Writing a Business Plan
July 21 The SBDC Business Plan training will be held at NACET. The three hour event is designed to help individuals and businesses write a viable business plan. The workshop will cover the key components of developing a business plan, including organizational and market objectives, competitive comparison, and a SWOT analysis (strength, weakness, opportunities and threat.) 5-8:30 p.m. More information is available by contacting Annette Zinky at … [Read more...] about Writing a Business Plan
Technology 101
July 19th Cutting Through the Technology Hype- Presented by Bret Carpenter of Orig'native. The presentation will be held at Pizza Furiosa at 6:00 p.m. Carpenter will take a sensible approach to deciphering all the incoming messages about The Cloud, Tablets, iPads, Mobility, etc. More information is available at www.FlagTechTalk.com or 928)526-6991 … [Read more...] about Technology 101
Understanding the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
In January, Arizona posted the nation’s highest foreclosure rate, according to the Phoenix Business Journal. According to some reports, the foreclosure rates were up over 36 percent in the last quarter of 2010. Just when it seemed things were improving, it appears, at least for a lot of people, it isn’t. So, where do all those people live after they lose their homes? They rent. For some of those folks, it is the first time in years they have rented and they have long forgot, or maybe they never … [Read more...] about Understanding the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
Utilizing Health Management Concepts
Aug. 8 System Health Management; it's not about managed health care; rather it encompasses the features of a system that ensure its ability to function as intended. All types of systems can benefit by incorporating health management concepts. In this lunch seminar you'll get a taste of the what, why, and how of System Health Management. The intended audience includes managers, engineers, marketing, and anyone interested in learning more. The applicable markets include: Aircraft, Alternative … [Read more...] about Utilizing Health Management Concepts
Kindercamp Program
Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Robert Kelty is pleased to announce the First Things First Kindergarten Transition Grant has been awarded to the Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Office. The $190,229.68 grant will provide a kindergarten transition program across the county to ensure school readiness for qualified youth. The Coconino County Superintendent of Schools’ Office will be contracting with the United Way of Northern Arizona to scale the “KinderCamp” model … [Read more...] about Kindercamp Program