I laced up my running shoes and ran out the door for a 14-mile run on a brisk winter’s morning. In the past, I have made the mistake of not eating breakfast before a long run because of a sensitive stomach, resulting in fatigue and a lack of electrolytes by the end of a run. However, this run was going to be different. Rejuvenated with a boost of energy, the 4:1 carbohydrate to protein ratio of an energy bar kept me fueled and the delicious taste of coffee and hazelnut kept me content the … [Read more...] about The Picky Bar Life
Business
Flagstaff Man Promoted to GM of Red Lobster
Red Lobster is proud to announce the promotion of Alejandro Chavira to General Manager of the restaurant’s Flagstaff location. A Red Lobster veteran of seven years, Chavira started his career with Red Lobster as a manager-in-training and most recently held the position of Staffing and Training Manager at the Flagstaff location. In his new role, he oversees all aspects of the restaurant’s operations, including managing more than 60 team members. This promotion is the result of … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Man Promoted to GM of Red Lobster
Business Empowerment Classes Beginning Soon
The Coconino County Community Services Department’s Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) program, which trains potential entrepreneurs with the fundamentals of jumpstarting their own business, is taking applications for the next series of courses that begin Saturday, Jan. 11. Since the program began in 2007, 225 participants from throughout the county have completed the small business training course and 58 business new businesses have opened their doors. “This program has been a success since … [Read more...] about Business Empowerment Classes Beginning Soon
Striving for Successes in the New Year
For many businesses and individuals, the New Year brings the opportunity to evaluate the status quo, consider improvements and make resolutions. Quad Cities Business News decided to take the opportunity to reach out to some Arizonans who are in the business of improving the lives of others. Loretta Love-Huff spends a lot of her time helping businesspeople achieve their goals. Through her company, Emerald Harvest Consulting, Love-Huff offers seminars and does one-on-one coaching. “I find a lot … [Read more...] about Striving for Successes in the New Year
Randon Cupp Serving ASCU Customers
Arizona State Credit Union is proud to welcome Randon Cupp as the newly appointed regional president of business services. He will be responsible for managing the growth of business services from the Credit Union, and will be primarily based in the Northern Arizona market. Cupp will lead an experienced team of business relationship professionals who will assist members in determining the best products and services to meet their business needs. These services include: Commercial deposit … [Read more...] about Randon Cupp Serving ASCU Customers
Goodwill of Northern Arizona Making Strides
Along with community partners, Goodwill of Northern Arizona says they are addressing the region’s economic and workforce development challenges. With two recent grant awards totaling $11,000 from the Flagstaff Community Foundation, $65,000 from the Chase Philanthropy Foundation and $910,000 from Goodwill's Mission and Job Creation Loan Services Inc., critical job creation investments have been made by these philanthropic organizations. With their support along with the … [Read more...] about Goodwill of Northern Arizona Making Strides
Wallick and Volk Helping Poore Clinic
The Wallick & Volk Mortgage Flagstaff Branch is helping the Poore Medical Clinic provide health care to Northern Arizona’s low-income, uninsured population. The company presented a $5,000 check to support the non-profit clinic’s efforts in November. “Our office recognizes the significant need and the valuable services provided by the Poore Medical Clinic, Dr. Poore and the exceptional volunteers,” said Wallick & Volk Branch Manager John Rich. FBN More … [Read more...] about Wallick and Volk Helping Poore Clinic
2014 Economic Forecasting in Prescott
The Prescott Chamber’s Annual Meeting will once again feature keynote speaker Elliott Pollack, noted state economist, with his economic forecast for 2014. "Elliott spoke at our annual meeting last February and our members enjoyed his talk,” said Prescott Chamber of Commerce CEO David Maurer. “We invited him back this year to see if economic conditions in the nation, state and locally have improved since his last report." Pollack’s forecast will be part of a new format for the Annual … [Read more...] about 2014 Economic Forecasting in Prescott
Quality Connections Employing Disabled
Quality Connections is gearing up for growth in revenue, but perhaps more significantly, in employing and training more disabled and disadvantaged workers. The non-profit organization has been awarded a new half-million dollar contract to refill recycled printer toner cartridges and supply them to state agencies. This is the first mandatory set-aside contract in Arizona, a mandatory purchasing plan for qualified non-profits. With the new contract, and the added employment and job … [Read more...] about Quality Connections Employing Disabled
Biosciences Creating Prosperity
The biosciences are already a major player in the local economy, employing more than 5,000 people in higher-paying, quality bioscience jobs. In fact, the biosciences in Flagstaff actually grew during the recession. You probably already know the major bioscience organizations in Flagstaff, such as W. L. Gore, TGen North (Translational Genomics Research Institute), Northern Arizona University, Machine Solutions, Senestech, Norchem, Prent and Flagstaff Medical Center. When we look at what … [Read more...] about Biosciences Creating Prosperity