It is tax time once again and like many, you are probably trying to figure out ways to reduce your taxable burden. If you are a business owner, then you know that there are a myriad of ways that can reduce what is owed to Uncle Sam, but in order to implement these strategies, you have to be working with the right CPA. The majority of qualified accountants will tell you that the most basic and common way to reduce your tax liability is to put a tax-deductible investment plan in place for the … [Read more...] about Lowering Taxes Today Without Increasing Them Later
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Learn QuickBooks
March 6 8-12pm: Beginning QuickBooks ($45) At the Small Business Development Center at Coconino Community College Campus on North Fourth St., toom B4. This four hour workshop is designed for individuals interested in learning the basics of QuickBooks. The course reviews some basic bookkeeping issues and accounting reports, how to set up QuickBooks for a new company, how to set up preferences for your company, entering and paying bills, invoicing customers and receiving payments, making … [Read more...] about Learn QuickBooks
Dew Downtown Flagstaff Event
The inaugural Dew Downtown Flagstaff event is wrapping up, with San Francisco Street expected to reopen by tomorrow morning. While official attendance estimates have not been released, many locals and tourists turned out to watch the weekend's snowboarding events. Obstacles, including a trashcan, benches and even a Toyota FJ Cruiser were part of the course, created on top of several feet of snow. The following story was written by Kevin Bertram, of Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Dew Downtown Flagstaff Event
Tec Rehab is a Flagstaff-based business started by Seth and Kande Jacobson. They do repairs on Smartphones, iPads and ipods, among other things. In addition to helping customers who might otherwise have to drive to Phoenix for service, the Jacobson's are a couple who bring playfulness and professionalism to the clients they serve. While taking time to thoroughly repair items, the Jacobson's also work to return items as quickly as possible, keeping Northern Arizonan's connected through their … [Read more...] about
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Don Lewis Named President of SCA–Americas
Don Lewis has been named president of SCAs Americas Business Unit, which has operations in the Flagstaff, Ariz., region. In this role he will be responsible for overseeing all of SCAs businesses in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America and South America, and will serve as a member of the companys global leadership team. Lewis joined SCA in 2001 and was previously president of SCAs North American away from home tissue division which manufactures and sells the Tork brand of … [Read more...] about Don Lewis Named President of SCA–Americas
Congrats Athena Award Winner
At today's Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce luncheon, Lucinda Andreani was named as this year's Athena winner. The young professional winner is Rachel Edelstein Wheeler. Today's awards were announced at the High Country Conference Center. Lucinda Andreani. After a career that included key management roles at large energy corporations and starting her own consulting firm, Lucinda Andreani joined Coconino County in 2005 as the special districts coordinator. Lucinda uses a Peter Drucker … [Read more...] about Congrats Athena Award Winner
NAU Getting New Dean for Business College
Craig Van Slyke, associate dean for Academic Programs at the John Cook School of Business at Saint Louis University, has been selected as the dean of The W.A. Franke College of Business at Northern Arizona University, effective July 1. Van Slyke said NAU's focus on increasing access to undergraduate education and the potential for growth within The W.A. Franke College of Business attracted him to the role. “As a first generation college student myself, I know the impact that a university … [Read more...] about NAU Getting New Dean for Business College
PT Groups Uniting To Form National Coalition
A group of physical therapy businesses joined forces to form an industry advocacy group, The Physical Therapy Business Alliance (PTBA). The national alliance is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky and includes some of the most respected physical therapists in the world. The primary goal of the PTBA is to help state and federal legislators make informed decisions about access, reimbursement, and regulatory issues which create a barrier between patients and valuable, affordable physical … [Read more...] about PT Groups Uniting To Form National Coalition
Leveling the Tax Break Playing Field
Should municipal governments offer tax breaks to some? Recently, the Flagstaff City Council turned down a tax incentive proposal for a local car dealer. Scott Baugh, who owns Planet Nissan Subaru Jeep, would have received a four-year tax rebate in exchange for bringing a Chrysler-Dodge dealership back to Flagstaff. Flagstaff Business News asked some experts to address the controversial issue of tax incentives and the role of municipal governments. “Local government does not have a vast … [Read more...] about Leveling the Tax Break Playing Field
Job Opening + Chamber News
The Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce announces an immediate full time opening in membership sales and retention. Successful candidate has strong written and verbal communication skills; proven track record of sales success; is goal and success driven; is able to work in a fast paced environment. Minor special event & business services coordination is also required. Knowledge of local business community is essential. Provide own transportation. $30,000 plus commission. Benefits eligible. Fax … [Read more...] about Job Opening + Chamber News