When Motor Excellence, an innovative clean technology company in Flagstaff designing high efficiency electric motors, received a $962,000 grant from the 21st Century Grant Program coordinated by the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) in 2009, it hired five new workers the next day. The grant program is designed to utilize federal stimulus funds to invest in and promote energy efficient and renewable energy products manufactured in Arizona. Motor Excellence planned to leverage the grant funding … [Read more...] about Motor Excellence Expanding in Flagstaff
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Leaders Recognize National Small Business Week
Each of the past 48 years, the U.S. President has proclaimed this: National Small Business Week. The contributions of small business owners are also recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration. President of the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, Julie Pastrick, called small business the backbone and character of every community. "Some feel that big business dominates the landscape but in general, across all of America, small businesses are the lifeblood of every community. In … [Read more...] about Leaders Recognize National Small Business Week
Calloway Receiving CCC’s Distinguished Service Award
Longtime Community Leader and Plant Manager at Nestle Purina Pet Care, Bill Calloway, will receive CCC's Distinguished Service Award at this year's Commencement Ceremony to be held at CCC's Flagstaff Lone Tree Campus. The Award is the highest granted by Coconino Community College to a community member and is an opportunity for the College to recognize an individual who has exhibited exemplary service, leadership, and support of the College and the community as a whole. Calloway was selected for … [Read more...] about Calloway Receiving CCC’s Distinguished Service Award
Are Family Physicians a Thing of the Past?
All across the country, and certainly here in Northern Arizona, there are fewer family doctors than ever before. “I really like what I do and I feel privileged to serve in this community,” said Brad Frank, M.D., a Flagstaff family practitioner. He sees patients of all ages and prides himself on spending an appropriate time with his patients, ensuring he is answering their questions and addressing their needs. But he’s one of only a small number of primary care physicians (doctors who do not … [Read more...] about Are Family Physicians a Thing of the Past?
Four Deputy City Manager Finalists Named
The four finalists have been invited to Flagstaff to interview for the job of Deputy City Manager this week. The City of Flagstaff received 117 applications and conducted phone interviews with 13 candidates prior to selecting the four finalists. The finalists include: Jay R. Harrington, currently the City Manager of Cortez, Colorado, has served in a variety of City government positions since 1991 including Town Manager of Telluride, Colorado. He holds a Master of Urban and Regional Planning … [Read more...] about Four Deputy City Manager Finalists Named
County Residents Want Higher Education Opportunities
Higher education was the topic of a survey of northern Coconino County communities by Coconino Community College, and the Arizona Hospitality Resource and Research Center at Northern Arizona University. The survey was conducted as part of the college's three-year Strategic Plan, to gather information about the college's image and community expectations for the college. A similar survey was conducted last year at the Grand Canyon, Tusayan, Williams areas, and other western Coconino County … [Read more...] about County Residents Want Higher Education Opportunities
Andy Tobin Named Speaker of the House
Andy Tobin, R. Paulden, is the new Speaker of the Arizona House of Representatives. FBN caught up with Mr. Tobin to talk about his appointment and the year ahead for Arizona businesses. “I am truly honored to have the support of the members of the House of Representatives as we continue to address some of the most difficult challenges Arizona has ever faced. To do that we intend to stay on the winning path Kirk Adams set this last session. The voters sent us here to make Arizona a better … [Read more...] about Andy Tobin Named Speaker of the House
Paul Kulpinski Running for Mayor
Longtime businessman Paul Kulpinski has filed paperwork for 2012 Mayoral Election. Organizers filed an Arizona Political Committee Statement of Organization at Flagstaff’s City Hall with the name Paul Kulpinski for Mayor. With this filing, Kulpinski becomes the first candidate for Mayor in the 2012 election. Kulpinski has lived in Flagstaff for 21 years and currently serves the community as an elected member of the Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board. He was elected to the … [Read more...] about Paul Kulpinski Running for Mayor
FMC Receives $47,400 Susan G. Komen Grant
For the eighth year in a row, Flagstaff Medical Center’s Therapy Services Department has received a grant from the Phoenix Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The $47,400 grant will provide treatment to those who suffer with lymphedema, a painful side effect of breast cancer treatment. Additionally, grant funds will be used to provide massages for people undergoing treatment for breast cancer, and those who live in remote areas can receive help with gas and lodging so they can … [Read more...] about FMC Receives $47,400 Susan G. Komen Grant
Business Students at Upcoming Research Symposium
Over the past few semesters, Northern Arizona University (NAU) senior Tereas Bermensolo-Cutler has been working on not one, but two research projects – projects she has been preparing for presentation at this month’s NAU Undergraduate Symposium. Bermensolo-Cutler is analyzing the organizational structure of a global-financial services firm (Lehman Brothers) to see if its makeup played a role in bankrupting the company. In addition, she will be taking part in a group presentation. Last fall, … [Read more...] about Business Students at Upcoming Research Symposium