Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC), America’s #1 small business lender, today announced it is the #1 Small Business Administration (SBA) 7 (a) lender in Arizona in amount of dollars loaned for the fifth consecutive year. Wells Fargo originated $84.2 million dollars in financing to Arizona businesses from Oct. 1, 2010 and Sept. 30, 2011. “We believe that the flow of new loan dollars into our communities represents a very powerful statement for job creation and economic … [Read more...] about Wells Fargo #1 SBA Lender in Arizona
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Maintaining Internet Security at the Office
When Internet safety matters at local businesses, Internet Technology teams are the first stop: they can work diligently to maintain server-wide protections like firewalls and virus detection programs. Those technologies can go a long way. They block spyware and intercept emails with links that, when clicked, unleash malicious code meant to corrupt or co-opt individual computers. With appropriate firewalls and virus-catching programs, “the percentage of legitimate email verses the amount … [Read more...] about Maintaining Internet Security at the Office
Many Arizona Stocks Out-Performing the Dow
Shares of publicly traded Arizona companies had their ups and downs through last month’s stock market plunge. Yet, most Arizona companies’ year-to-date (YTD) stock prices out-performed the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The graph below/to the right/to the left compares the YTD performance of local companies’ shares to the Dow YTD performance. Arizona-based, publicly traded companies that have operations in Northern Arizona include: Arizona Public Service (APS), subsidiary of Pinnacle West … [Read more...] about Many Arizona Stocks Out-Performing the Dow
Basic Security Tips to Keep You Safe
Basic Security Tips to Keep You Safe Join us for the next Flag Tech Talk lecture on Tuesday, October 18th at 6 p.m. at Kickstand Kafé. Learn some of the most basic ways you can protect yourself on the internet. So many people do things that open themselves up to problems on the web without even knowing it. Today, there are thousands of websites being hacked, security breaches, computer viruses, email scams, and identity theft that frightens people. All of this can be minimized or … [Read more...] about Basic Security Tips to Keep You Safe
Flag Tech Lecture on Internet Safety
Oct. 18 6:00 p.m. Learn some of the most basic ways you can protect yourself on the internet. So many people do things that open themselves up to problems on the web without even knowing it. Today, there are thousands of websites being hacked, security breaches, computer viruses, email scams, and identity theft that frightens people. All of this can be minimized or even prevented by some simple techniques to keep yourself safe. Join us for a discussion on … [Read more...] about Flag Tech Lecture on Internet Safety
ABC Offering New Live Streaming Service
ABC15 announces the launch of mobile live streaming, becoming the first television station in Phoenix to bring you this exciting, new technology for mobile phones and tablets, including the Apple™ iPad. The live mobile streaming allows viewers to watch live video on the go, making it easier to follow breaking news as it happens. The video works with the existing ABC15 mobile app, which means anyone with the downloaded app can conveniently access the live stream content. When it comes to … [Read more...] about ABC Offering New Live Streaming Service
Arizona’s Car Sales Second Strongest in U.S.
Phoenix is the second hottest U.S. Market for new car sales, following Atlanta, Georgia. The information was released today by Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. An Edmunds.com analysis of automotive registration data reveals that new retail car registrations in the Atlanta metropolitan area were 24 percent higher in the first half of 2011, compared to the same period in 2010. The analysis also shows that Atlanta’s registration figures are consistent with … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Car Sales Second Strongest in U.S.
Flagstaff’s Carfree Day Underway Today
Several businesses and the Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Transportation Authority are providing discounts and free bus rides (with coupon available at carfreeflag.com) during today's World CarFree Day. Flagstaff and Northern Arizonans will be participating in World CarFree Day, this Thursday, September 22nd. In addition, finalists have been announced for this year's art contest, in advance of Flagstaff's Second Annual CarFree day. Trinity Quinn Gencarelle, first place; Seth … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s Carfree Day Underway Today
Web-Based Business Tools
Sept. 20th Beginning at 6:00 p.m., www.FlagTechTalk.com is hosting an educational lecture designed to break technical barriers. Have you ever needed a software tool such as a photo editor but do not want to pay for Photoshop? Does your staff need to be able to share information about customers? Do you need mobile access to critical business information? Do you need to work collaboratively on a presentation or document? Come to Flag Tech Talk's Web Based Business Tools session and find out … [Read more...] about Web-Based Business Tools
Bicycle Enthusiasts Supporting FMC’s Taylor House
The 11th annual Taylor House Century Ride, set for Saturday, Sept. 24, will give avid cyclists and citizen riders the opportunity to ride through the amazing views of Northern Arizona while supporting a good cause. Sponsored by Dell and Absolute Bikes the proceeds will benefit The Taylor House, a special home away from home for the families of patients who are being cared for at Flagstaff Medical Center. The 95-mile mountain route begins at FMC and winds through historic Flagstaff, Wupatki … [Read more...] about Bicycle Enthusiasts Supporting FMC’s Taylor House