“We saw it in July when we were in Wisconsin. Our jaws just dropped and I asked my husband, ‘What IS that thing?’” said Heidi Mierendorf of Flagstaff. “That thing” turned out to be the Milwaukee Pedal Pub – part bicycle and part truck-sized party-shack that carried revelers around town. Brett and Heidi Mierendorf used smartphones to snap pictures of the 15-passenger bike, but didn’t get a chance to take a ride while they visited family in Milwaukee. They experienced their first pedal-powered … [Read more...] about Unique Downtown Transportation Model
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Poor Henry’s Founders Return to Salon
After a brief reprieve in the Trinity mountains of California, Diana Owens and her daughter, Leah McCabe have re-purchased Poor Henry’s Salon and redefined their services now offering precision hair styling, hair color, facials and Brazilian hair removal for body and eyebrow reshaping. “The Trinity mountain’s were beautiful but didn’t offer any business opportunities,” says Owens. When we were notified that Poor Henry’s was for sale we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to acquire our … [Read more...] about Poor Henry’s Founders Return to Salon
Evaluating the Swiss Connection on Northern AZ
Small town values and “standing firm” may be at the heart of doing business in Snowflake and other Mountain towns. But understanding the impact of financial and monetary decisions half a world away from Arizona is increasingly important, too. The ongoing debt crisis in Europe and the ripple effects of a strong currency in Switzerland, for example, may determine just how many jobs Pinetop’s Small Business of the Year will create and retain in 2012 and whether Show Low will actually fulfill its … [Read more...] about Evaluating the Swiss Connection on Northern AZ
Weighing the Benefits of a Marketing Budget
In difficult economic times, many small businesses are forced to make difficult choices regarding their budgets. And while it may seem like a relatively easy choice to cut a marketing and advertising initiative before many other alternatives, the results – according to some within the Northern Arizona business community – could be devastating. In the view of Joe Bodin, a small business owner who runs a marketing agency known as FlagstaffCentral.com, the decision about whether to market or not … [Read more...] about Weighing the Benefits of a Marketing Budget
Sawmill Bringing New Levels of Retail to Flagstaff
Momentum to complete Aspen Place at Sawmill is going strong, although it might have a different look than originally planned. It will still have a vibrant business district, but instead of a residential district of single-family homes, townhouses and condos, there will be a student housing project, called The Grove at Flagstaff. Elaine Averitt, a planner for the city, said the developer, Campus Crest, plans 10 buildings, all four stories, except for one three-story building. There will be … [Read more...] about Sawmill Bringing New Levels of Retail to Flagstaff
Senator McCain’s Comments on Jobs Act
Senator John McCain, Rand Paul (R-KY) and Rob Portman (R-OH) engaged in a colloquy to discuss the Republican alternative jobs bill -- S. 1720, the Jobs Through Growth Act on the Senate floor. Below is a transcript. SEN. McCAIN: I thank you, Mr. President. I feel it's very important that we spend some time on this issue. I think that all Americans realize that we are in almost unprecedented difficult economic times. That despite efforts that have been made over the … [Read more...] about Senator McCain’s Comments on Jobs Act
Little America’s Big Holiday Plans
The Little America Hotel has been a staple in Northern Arizona for over 38 years. The longevity of this beautiful property comes from a strong dedication to the Flagstaff community, providing great service, a quality establishment and always seeking to establish a tradition of excellence in every facet of business. The Little America Hotel generously contributes to organizations in all of Northern Arizona and constantly looks for ways to lend a helping hand. From donations of pillows to local … [Read more...] about Little America’s Big Holiday Plans
Maintaining Internet Security at the Office
When Internet safety matters at local businesses, Internet Technology teams are the first stop: they can work diligently to maintain server-wide protections like firewalls and virus detection programs. Those technologies can go a long way. They block spyware and intercept emails with links that, when clicked, unleash malicious code meant to corrupt or co-opt individual computers. With appropriate firewalls and virus-catching programs, “the percentage of legitimate email verses the amount … [Read more...] about Maintaining Internet Security at the Office
Business Neutralizing Rattlesnake and Scorpion Venom
According to the Arizona Game and Fish Department, Arizona is home to the most dangerous rattlesnakes, spiders, lizards, and scorpions in the nation. So it is appropriate that researcher and veterinarian Dr. Craig Woods of BioVeteria Life Sciences chose Prescott as the home of his new business venture. BioVeteria is a new bioscience company that is developing neutralizers for rattlesnake and scorpion venom for our animal friends. “We estimate there are about 7,000 rattlesnake bites in humans … [Read more...] about Business Neutralizing Rattlesnake and Scorpion Venom
Flagstaff’s Fast-Casual Dining
A new style of restaurant is trending in the United States. The service is brisk and customers order at a counter, but it’s not fast food. The food and menu choices are more exotic and creative, but the price ranges are below full-service restaurants. The most distinctive trait though: a reluctance to offer drive-thru services. It’s called fast casual and many such hybrid restaurants have recently opened in Flagstaff. The popular East Coast franchise Five Guys Burgers and Fries expects to … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s Fast-Casual Dining