Heart of Business founder and spiritual business teacher Mark Silver believes that every act of business can be an act of love, from developing an idea, to marketing, to selling, expanding and caring for clients as well as the business owner. He says a business is a living thing with a heart, defined by whom it helps and what problems or challenges it helps those people with. Like the 13th century poet Rumi, Silver is a student of Sufiism. In his new book, “Heart Centered Business: Healing … [Read more...] about Expressing the Qualities of Your Heart through Your Business
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Shine in the New Year
Visibility helps businesspeople build awareness, establish credibility and gain exposure to a larger audience, which can lead to promotions in organizations and more ideal clients for entrepreneurs. Visibility also connects consumers with products, services and ideas that could positively impact lives and even the world. Visibility is power and the possibility for wonderful outcomes. However, a disturbing report published in the Harvard Business Review by Priya Fielding-Singh, Devon … [Read more...] about Shine in the New Year
Health First Foundation Announces Grant Cycle
Health First Foundation has announced funding available through the 2024 Community Health Grant for Northern Arizona. The grants will fund initiatives of Arizona-based non-profit organizations that advance the health and well-being of individuals and communities in five counties: Apache, Coconino, Mohave, Navajo and Yavapai. “During this time when threats to health and mental well-being are prevalent, our work is more important than ever,” said President and CEO Sandra Kowalski. “When it comes … [Read more...] about Health First Foundation Announces Grant Cycle
Grand Canyon/Williams KOA Campground Recognized with President’s Award at Annual Convention
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA), the world’s largest system of open-to-the-public campgrounds, has announced that the Grand Canyon/Williams KOA Journey campground earned the KOA President’s Award. This prestigious award was presented Nov. 16 at Kampgrounds of America, Inc.’s Annual International Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. The KOA President’s Award is presented to those campgrounds that meet exceptional quality standards and receive high customer service scores from their camping … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon/Williams KOA Campground Recognized with President’s Award at Annual Convention
Sinema, Kelly Announce $24 Million for I-17 Construction to Prevent Wildlife-Vehicle Collisions
Nearly $24 million will be invested to construct 16.8 total miles of new wildlife fencing along I-17 to prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions from the bipartisan infrastructure law led by Senator Kyrsten Sinema and shaped by Senator Mark Kelly. “Arizonans driving along I-17 will enjoy safer travel thanks to our bipartisan infrastructure law delivering real, life-saving results,” said Sinema, co-author and lead negotiator of the bipartisan infrastructure law. “I-17 is one of the most dangerous … [Read more...] about Sinema, Kelly Announce $24 Million for I-17 Construction to Prevent Wildlife-Vehicle Collisions
The Value of 2.8 Gigawatts in Renewable Energy
Coconino County is uniquely positioned to hold the largest wind and solar complex in the United States with a potential 2.8-gigawatt portfolio. Based on the annual electricity produced by the proposed and planned turbines and panels, Quantum Energy consultants say the Babbitt Ranches renewable energy complex could generate $1.8 billion per year in net benefits, as well as save nearly 10,000 years of life through reducing air pollutant emissions every year. “This is equivalent to 2,000 people … [Read more...] about The Value of 2.8 Gigawatts in Renewable Energy
Flagstaff Airport Officials Aiming to Land More Airlines
Flagstaff airport officials are facing headwinds in their efforts to lure airlines and more travel routes to Flagstaff Pulliam Airport. They have been working to bring additional service to Flagstaff one year after United Airlines discontinued its flights between Flagstaff and Denver. American Airlines is the sole air carrier serving Flagstaff, with up to eight daily flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Brian Gall, Flagstaff airport … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Airport Officials Aiming to Land More Airlines
Legendary Navajo Rug on Display in Winslow
One of the world’s largest Navajo rugs is back home in Winslow after changing hands seven times and disappearing for decades, including being stored in a pickup truck in Flagstaff. The magnificent Hubbell-Joe Rug is on display at Winslow’s Affeldt Mion Museum. An exhibit of the 86-year-old rug opened Sept. 2 at the museum, housed in the restored train depot at La Posada Hotel. At 21 feet 4 inches by 32 feet 7 inches, it was the largest known Navajo rug for 40 years until the slightly larger … [Read more...] about Legendary Navajo Rug on Display in Winslow
Homebrewers Across the Four Corners Region Rely on Adam Harrington
If you’ve ever had the gut feeling that fermented food is good for you, you’re right. Recent studies have shown that kimchi, tepache, cider and sourdough are healthy for the tummy and surprisingly, even a beer a day can be beneficial. What’s really cool is these are all do-it-yourself (DIY) nutriments, and High Altitude Homebrew Supply Owner Adam Harrington can guide you in the right direction to all the ingredients to make them. “Tepache is a South American drink made from fermented … [Read more...] about Homebrewers Across the Four Corners Region Rely on Adam Harrington
Federal Funding Jump-Starts EV Charging Stations in Northern Arizona
Last month, Ed Kron and his friend, Joe Caruso, decided to take a drive from Phoenix to Flagstaff in Kron’s new electric Lucid sedan. “This is the first time I’ve driven an electric car up here, and I was a little nervous,” Kron said. “They tell you one thing [about the range], but it’s another thing when you’re using the air conditioning, and you’re going uphill. And I have this heavy Italian next to me!” Kron said he was worried he and Caruso would run out of juice before they made it to … [Read more...] about Federal Funding Jump-Starts EV Charging Stations in Northern Arizona