The post-COVID future of economic prosperity in rural Arizona is strong, poised and ready for lift-off, says Moonshot President and CEO Scott Hathcock. Evan and Kelly Anderson, founders of startup Drinking Horn Meadery, received the 2023 Shoemaker Award at Moonshot’s annual entrepreneurial awards banquet. The 3rd Annual Shoemaker Awards and 4th Annual AZ Pioneer Pitch Tour Finals shared the stage at Little America Hotel on the evening of July 28 in Flagstaff, both produced by Moonshot, … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurial Spirits Rise with Moonshot Events
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Canyon River Outfitters Impacting Local Economy
It’s a niche Flagstaff industry that does much of its work navigating the Colorado River rapids of Grand Canyon. The outdoor-adventure outfitters who guide 20,000 passengers annually through the canyon’s whitewater turbulence also generate hundreds of jobs and tens of millions of dollars for Flagstaff’s economy. Discover Flagstaff Director Trace Ward says Grand Canyon is the number one driver of visitors to Northern Arizona. “With this comes a tapestry of services and activities … [Read more...] about Canyon River Outfitters Impacting Local Economy
Babbitt Ranch Energy Center Praised as National Model in Collaboration
Calling the Babbitt Ranch Energy Center a national model for how successful collaboration can lead to results on the ground, Coconino County officials hosted Congressional staff members, White House representatives and National Association of Counties (NACo) members on a field trip to the site where NextEra Energy Resources is preparing to install wind turbines on Babbitt Ranches north of Flagstaff. “Babbitt Ranches is one of the most innovative land companies in the United States. It is what … [Read more...] about Babbitt Ranch Energy Center Praised as National Model in Collaboration
E-Bikes Gaining Traction
Flagstaff has an average of 1.9 bicycles per household and now, e-bikes are becoming an increasing part of the cycling scene. When the State of Arizona passed a law in early 2019 to define classifications of e-bikes, municipalities were allowed to adjust their codes. “After a public process and conversations with City of Flagstaff’s Bike and Pedestrian Committee, city codes were amended to allow Class 1 and 2 e-bikes on all bike paths,” explained City of Flagstaff Senior Transportation … [Read more...] about E-Bikes Gaining Traction
Jeenah Park Gets College-Bound Students Noticed
This fall, Elizabeth Cervantes Roman will be studying political science on a full-ride scholarship to Dartmouth College. It’s an achievement she claims would not have been possible without the services of Jeenah Park of Evergreen Educational Consulting. “I was so nervous about the college application process, as it’s really stressful, but having someone who is by your side and supporting you is extremely helpful. I know it’s a dramatic thing to say, but Jeenah changed my life,” said Roman, a … [Read more...] about Jeenah Park Gets College-Bound Students Noticed
Authenticity is Like Matzo Ball Soup for Your Business
In the heart of the business district of downtown Buffalo, New York, Risa Paonessa serves up all the comfort of her Italian Jewish heritage to professionals and tourists who are lucky enough to find her generously prepared signature corned beef sandwiches stacked between Jewish rye and nestled into the first floor of a modern mid-rise office building that houses bankers and engineers. Risa’s Deli, Restaurant & Catering has served classic New York deli food for nearly four decades. She … [Read more...] about Authenticity is Like Matzo Ball Soup for Your Business
Clear Title a ‘Top Company to Work for in Arizona’ Again
Capitol Times, Best Companies Group and Best Companies AZ has announced that Clear Title Agency of Arizona has earned a spot on the list of 2023 Top Companies to Work for in Arizona for the 11th consecutive year. This list is the result of anonymous and comprehensive employee surveys measuring culture, work environment, leadership and employee pride and satisfaction, combined with rigorous evaluations of workplace practices, policies, perks and demographics. “This year’s Top Companies were … [Read more...] about Clear Title a ‘Top Company to Work for in Arizona’ Again
Teen Equestrians See Their Future Riding on Hashknife Horses
At 16 years old, Grace Copeland of Flagstaff knows what she wants. A year ago, she started to ride horses and fell in love with everything equestrian, from running barrels to cleaning stalls. Her goal is to have the whole experience of raising and training a horse. So, with $5,000 she earned from jobs like babysitting and dog walking, she arrived at the Babbitt Ranches Annual Hashknife Colt Sale with focused intention. On that warm second Saturday morning in July at Spider Web Camp north of … [Read more...] about Teen Equestrians See Their Future Riding on Hashknife Horses
Ex-Cop Urges All to Act Now on the Life They Want
After years of serving as a sheriff’s deputy, police patrol officer and SWAT team member, Julie Jones has given a lot of thought to lives that ended early, dreams that never got started and destinies left unfulfilled. “It was really heartbreaking to deliver death notifications to the loved ones of the deceased,” she told a packed conference room of businesspeople in Phoenix last April. “There are no guarantees in life. There is no promise of tomorrow.” Despite witnessing life’s tragedies, … [Read more...] about Ex-Cop Urges All to Act Now on the Life They Want
NAH Opens New EntireCare Rehab, Sports Medicine Clinic
Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) has opened a new westside EntireCare Rehab & Sports Medicine clinic in Flagstaff, at 2000 S. Thompson Street. At the clinic, experienced therapists treat people of all ages and physical conditions, whether someone is recovering from surgery, has a chronic illness or is a competitive athlete recovering from an injury. EntireCare offers physical, occupational, speech and hand therapies, all of which are all prescribed by a provider for inpatients and … [Read more...] about NAH Opens New EntireCare Rehab, Sports Medicine Clinic