It is a rare person who does not know or has not been impacted personally by someone who suffers from Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia. And often, a person does not quite know what word to use to define what is occurring. Personnel at the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation in New York City indicate that sometimes, some in the medical community may prefer to use the word “dementia” because the term Alzheimer’s is frightening. What is more, Alzheimer’s is but one … [Read more...] about Support Available for Those with Alzheimer’s, Dementia
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Future Business Leader Describes Intensity of Competition
“Explain succinctly and articulately, citing precise financial data, why natural gas fracking is a sound long-term economic practice for the energy industry.” The statement is a paraphrase of the more complex one given to teammates Adin Herzog, Jacob Burl and Andre Lamunyon when they competed in final phase of the nation’s top business competition for college and university students. But they did it. Their analytical and detail-filled response won them first place honors in the category of … [Read more...] about Future Business Leader Describes Intensity of Competition
Microwave Energy Treating Cancer, Hypertension
Medical device entrepreneur Dan Kasprzyk has brought another start-up bio-tech company to Flagstaff. In 2000, he created and built the start-up concept for Machine Solutions, Inc. from idea to $16.3 million in annual revenue in less than eight years. “A lot was good planning, but a lot was good ol’ fashioned luck,” said the former president and CEO of Machine Solutions. “It was my first start-up, we produced number-setting records and investors were knocking on the door.” Kasprzyk guided the … [Read more...] about Microwave Energy Treating Cancer, Hypertension
Local Coffee House Expanding
Locally-owned KickStand Kafé is remodeling and expanding its location on Humphreys Street in Flagstaff. Construction started at the beginning of July. The project is expected to be completed by October, but the coffee shop will remain open throughout the renovation process. Temporary walls currently shield customers from construction of a new entry and patio on the north side of the building. The renovation also includes an additional drive-thru window near the front of the south side of the … [Read more...] about Local Coffee House Expanding
Back-to-School; Open for Business
It is August, back-to-school month, and Daniel Despain is busy. Despain is the store manager of the new Teaching & Learning Stuff in the Flagstaff Mall. With a motto of “Smart Starts Here” and banners inside urging learners to “Believe, Achieve, Succeed,” the store opened about two months ago and stands as a pantheon to the thrills of education. The interior of the spacious facility entices shoppers with a plethora of colorful and fascinating educational products, from smiley-face … [Read more...] about Back-to-School; Open for Business
Flagstaff Experiencing Growing Business Interest
The past couple of years have seen a significant growth in the number of businesses operating in Flagstaff, with newcomers such as Sportsman’s Warehouse, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers and Smashburger. City officials attribute it to Flagstaff’s burgeoning reputation as both an affordable location to carry out business and a desirable place to live. This trend looks to continue as more restaurants, hotels and other commercial and industrial developments move forward from early planning to … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Experiencing Growing Business Interest
Personal Training Entrepreneurs Flexing their Business Expansion Muscles
Some clients have lost well over 100 pounds, some are no longer on blood pressure medicine, and some have experienced greater success in their professional lives after achieving nutrition, weight and fitness goals. Positive stories of personal achievement and healthy lifestyle changes abound in the High Altitude Personal Training gym on the west side of Flagstaff. But now, the owners of HAPT plan to impact more lives as they expand into the Phoenix market. Flagstaff natives Dustin Evans … [Read more...] about Personal Training Entrepreneurs Flexing their Business Expansion Muscles
Credit Union Becomes OneAZ
Arizona State Credit Union is charting an ambitious course for the future, with plans to double its assets in the next five years. Plans include a name change to OneAZ to clear up confusion about who the organization is and what it does. Goals include enhancing online and personal service for members. “We are a strong financial institution with a 65-year legacy of making a positive difference in the lives of our members, associates and communities, yet we suffered from brand confusion,” said … [Read more...] about Credit Union Becomes OneAZ
Block-Lite Next Generation Appreciating the Past
One of the greatest gifts parents can receive is watching their children grow into excellent human beings and become great parents themselves. What makes the gift even sweeter is when they know their children are grateful to them for their sacrifices and love. Now, as Chris and Nancy Ross pass the baton of their business, Block-Lite, to the next generation, they can be assured their children, Christy Maycumber and Ryan Ross, are prepared to carry on. “We want to show our appreciation … [Read more...] about Block-Lite Next Generation Appreciating the Past
Timberline Firearms Construction Plan on Target
Seeking to create Coconino County’s first indoor shooting range for people to practice skills, participate in competitions and learn how to be safe with guns, Rob and Elise Wilson are aiming to open Timberline Firearms and Training in early 2017. The couple purchased land in East Flagstaff on U.S. Highway 89 and Copeland Lane to build the 10,000-square-foot facility, which will house a full retail store with firearms, ammunition and accessories, a classroom for training, and twelve 25-yard … [Read more...] about Timberline Firearms Construction Plan on Target