As Northern Arizona University prepares for a new semester, partnerships continue to play a big role in the campus progress. It is no secret that many public sector organizations are facing challenging financial issues and looking for ways to augment their budgets. Public-private partnerships are one solution that is now being used in a wide range of public agency projects to lessen financial constraints and enhance shared resources. According to The National Council for Public-Private … [Read more...] about Partnerships Creating Successful Business Models
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NAU Grad’s Program Helping Sell Sun, Wind Power
In 2001, the Northern Arizona Center for Entrepreneurship and Technologies (NACET) – then known as the Northern Arizona Technology & Business Incubator (NATBI) – was founded to help develop small tech start-ups in the Flagstaff area. That same year, Brad Van Orden began studying mechanical engineering at NAU. Few could have foreseen that Van Orden would eventually go on to become one of NACET’s greatest success stories. Brad Van Orden, founder of the now-acquired SunWind Solutions … [Read more...] about NAU Grad’s Program Helping Sell Sun, Wind Power
Writing a Business Plan
July 21 The SBDC Business Plan training will be held at NACET. The three hour event is designed to help individuals and businesses write a viable business plan. The workshop will cover the key components of developing a business plan, including organizational and market objectives, competitive comparison, and a SWOT analysis (strength, weakness, opportunities and threat.) 5-8:30 p.m. More information is available by contacting Annette Zinky at … [Read more...] about Writing a Business Plan
Think About Diversity of Thought
A business that recognizes and develops a culture that operates on acceptance can overcome diversity-related business challenges. Increasing performance through enhanced engagement is just the beginning. But what is diversity? We usually define diversity by what we can see – age, gender, race, sexual orientation and ethnicity. What most of us miss is diversity of thought. The ways in which different individuals process circumstances deserves just as much consideration as any other difference. … [Read more...] about Think About Diversity of Thought
The Economic Impact of Camping for Northern Arizona
It has been a busy July for campers in Northern Arizona. For the government, people and businesses of Flagstaff, camping means much more than sleeping bags and s’mores. In a city surrounded by the world’s largest ponderosa pine forest, many stores are finding that the great outdoors is good business. The downtown Flagstaff store Peace Surplus receives a large piece of their profits from catering to the needs of campers, owner Steve Chatinsky said. “About 30 to 40 percent of our overall … [Read more...] about The Economic Impact of Camping for Northern Arizona
Better Buzz for Your Business
July 12 The Flagstaff Independent Business Alliance (FIBA) is hosting a panel discussion from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The event will be held at 204 C East Route 66 . Bring ideas about your business and current PR and marketing methods. Learn how to create street buzz and getting information out about specials and events. $10, free for FIBA members. … [Read more...] about Better Buzz for Your Business
Why Relationship Marketing Matters
July 8, Cindy Dawn May will present a no cost lunch seminar discussing business growth through relationship marketing and maximizing profits. To register for the interactive seminar, call 928) 213-9234 Cindy May also plans to cover: Simple, Quick and Easy Ways to incorporate the Power of Relationship Marketing Without Spending a Dime! Five Simple Secrets to Building and Maintaining Business Relationships that Deliver How to Create Long Lasting Customer … [Read more...] about Why Relationship Marketing Matters
Longtime Flagstaff Business owner Julie Sullivan is a graphic designer and marketer, who has nearly three decades working with other businesses and nonprofits. In this FBN Web Exclusive, the owner of Luckygirl Productions, says businesses need to understand branding on a deeper level, a process involving analysis of a the company's structure and mission. While her industry has changed quite a bit since she started in 1984, many of the values are the same: creativity and continually … [Read more...] about
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Poor Job Numbers Reflect Grim Policy Outlook
The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) said May's jobs numbers are not surprising given flawed government policies that continue to jack up business costs and fuel uncertainty. The unemployment rate increased to 9.1 percent, and employers only added 54,000 jobs last month according to the U.S. Department of Labor. "Energy and health care costs are rising, and additional policy uncertainties remain a drag on small business confidence. The central barrier to business … [Read more...] about Poor Job Numbers Reflect Grim Policy Outlook
New Business Displaying at Art Walk
Flagstaff business owners Maureen Adras and Leslie Jackson will display some of their works at the First Friday Artwalk. The owners of BoldCow make recycling furniture into an art form. The one-of-a-kind furniture is taken through many stages before it is considered ready for sale. Jackson and Adras are featuring their work at The Seasoned Kitchen at 106 N. San Francisco Street between 6-9:00 p.m. The furniture will be displayed upstairs Friday night. Downstairs, tasty treats and … [Read more...] about New Business Displaying at Art Walk