Tucked just off Old Route 66 in downtown Flagstaff is a new business, smelling of fresh paint and profes- sional hair products. McSweeny is a salon, located near Mama Burger and Just Wireless. Longtime hairdressers Don McKenzie and Marc Potter just opened the salon, moving from The Shop, another hair establishment in the historic downtown region. Economic indicators are not a big concern in this line of work, says Potter, who has been a stylist for 35 … [Read more...] about Looking Good – Recession Resistant
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Sedona’s New Age Businesses Form Cornerstone
Think of Sedona and the first thing that comes to mind is its spectacu- lar red rocks. The second thing is probably the spiritual and metaphysical side to this pretty little city of a just over 10,000. Sedona, by some, is considered the psychic capital of the world and sup- ports many new age businesses – from astrologers, to aura readers, to intuitives, to guided tours of the famous vortexes that are believed to enhance the powers of prayer, healing and meditation In fact, there are no … [Read more...] about Sedona’s New Age Businesses Form Cornerstone
Homeowners Choosing Green Construction
Homeowners are being careful with how they spend their money. Like the rest of the country, Flagstaff has been hit hard by the economic down- turn. Single family home permits dropped from 217 in 2006 to 17 in 2009. Permits for remodeling have remained relatively stable, dropping from 202 permits in 2002 to 138 permits in 2009. These days, homeowners want to increase the value of their home and many are turning to green building options. “Over half of all remodels involve an upgrade to the home’s … [Read more...] about Homeowners Choosing Green Construction
Community Profile – Tom Ramsey
Tom Ramsey was a small-town Yuma boy who grew up working for his father’s lumber company when he received football scholarships to the University of Arizona and Northern Arizona University. He chose NAU and moved to Flagstaff in 1969 to study physical education and industrial arts. After playing professional football for the Kansas City Chiefs and then one year with the World Football League before the league fold- ed in 1975, Ramsey moved back to Flagstaff to work in the construction … [Read more...] about Community Profile – Tom Ramsey
Free Small Business Counseling
Fri, 21 Free Small Business Counseling 101 W. Route 66 10 a.m to 2 p.m. Don't miss this chance to learn from mentors and successful business advisors during free and confidential face to face counseling and training. The Chamber is teaming with SCORE, Service Corp of Retired Executives, to bring you new opportunities to get assistance in growing and improving your business. SCORE volunteers are successful entrepreneurs who love business and want to share their knowledge with you, so you … [Read more...] about Free Small Business Counseling
Flagstaff Business After Hours Mixer
Thurs, 27 Flagstaff Business After Hours Mixer The Arbors Condominiums, 1385 West University Avenue, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for our Business After 5 Mixer at The Arbors Condos. Connect with fellow members while you enjoy an evening in their wonderful location. Cost to attend is $7/members, $15/non-members one visit only. Payable at the door. No registration required. For more information call (928) 774-4505. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Business After Hours Mixer
From the Classroom to the Boardroom
Student business incubation programs are in existence around the world and soon there will be such a program in Flagstaff! Schools such as Fudan University in Shanghai, China partner with incubators such as the Yangpu Science and Technology Center to foster the creation of companies around university- developed intellectual property. Springfield Community College in Springfield, Mass. has created a student incubation program involving students down to the middle school level to guide them … [Read more...] about From the Classroom to the Boardroom
Flagstaff City Council Candidates Share Ideas on Supporting Business
The contenders for Flagstaff City Council agree: supporting local business is good for the economy. Of the six people on the ballot, Scott Overton is the only incumbent, although Art Babbott served on the Council from 2002-06. The election on May 18 will fill the three vacancies on the Flagstaff City Council. Overton calls himself an advocate for business who has worked to keep fees and taxes reasonable. “I see a role in the city assisting individuals in attaining quality … [Read more...] about Flagstaff City Council Candidates Share Ideas on Supporting Business