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Quarles & Brady Welcomes Two Attorneys to its Phoenix Office
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP announced that Edward J. Hermes and Amelia Valenzuela have joined the firm as associates in the Phoenix office. About the Attorneys: Edward Hermes joins the firm as an associate in the Commercial Litigation Practice Group. Prior to attending law school he served as a student regent […]
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Dr. Ioanna Morfessis to Provide Keynote Address at AAED’s January Symposium ‘Taking Care of Business’
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) will be hosting an economic development and workforce development symposium, “Taking Care of Business,” on Tuesday, Jan. 7 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 2901 N. Seventh St. in Phoenix. Dr. Ioanna Morfessis, president and chief strategist of IO.INC, will provide the keynote address, “Keeping Your Competitive […]
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Dawn Valdivia Named to Make-A-Wish® Arizona Board of Directors
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP announced that Phoenix partner and Labor & Employment Practice Group Chair Dawn C. Valdivia has been selected to join the Make-A-Wish® Arizona’s board of directors. She joins fellow Quarles & Brady partner Brad Vynalek, who is the current chair of the organization. At Quarles & […]
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Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee Announces Major Partnership With Ak-Chin Indian Community
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee is announcing its first major partnership for Super Bowl XLIX (49) with the Ak-Chin Indian Community. The Ak-Chin Indian Community’s ongoing commitment to bringing high-quality entertainment to the state and helping future generations compliments the Host Committee’s goals. “We want to use the global spotlight to showcase Arizona’s young, […]
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AAED Donates to Ryan’s House
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
Arizona Association for Economic Development President Eric Larson and Executive Director Joyce Grossman present a check for $3,575 to Ryan’s House Executive Director Julie Bank. Ryan’s House was the selected beneficiary of AAED’s annual charity luncheon and raffle. Proceeds from raffle ticket sales were donated to the organization whose mission is to provide respite and […]
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The Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health Issues Citations to the Arizona State Forestry Division
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
As a result of its investigation of the Yarnell Hill Fire, the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) has issued three citations to the Arizona State Forestry Division (ASFD) resulting from violations of its duty under A.R.S. § 23-403(A) to provide to its employees a safe workplace free from recognized hazards. The citations […]
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The Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health Consultation Department Presents Vantage West Credit Union with SHARP Designation
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
The Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) has awarded Vantage West Credit Union with its Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) award in recognition of their exemplary safety and health management systems. They join 23 other companies in Arizona with this distinction. “SHARP is a voluntary consultation program for ‘small business’ that […]
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Washington Federal Promotes Stephanie Evans to Assistant Vice President
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
Washington Federal is pleased to announce Stephanie Evans has been promoted to assistant vice president, division underwriter. Evans started as a teller in 2001 and has been promoted multiple times in the more than 12 years she has been with Washington Federal. In her position, Evans is responsible for managing the underwriting of conventional mortgage […]
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Now hear this: Holidays toys
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
By Rachel Brockway The holidays are a wonderful and fun time to go shopping. But, while you are out buying presents for your family members, especially the kids, it is important to read the warning labels for age-appropriate toys, small parts, and other things that may be harmful. This also includes the noise level […]
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Scottsdale Based Nonprofit Provides Community Impact Despite “Affluent” Scottsdale Perception
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
When you have Scottsdale in your non-profit’s name it can give a preconceived perception that the community we serve is not in need. People would love to provide great statistics about how youth in Scottsdale have no issues, but for many of the youth we serve at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale […]
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Junior Achievement of Arizona Welcomes Sam’s Club in JA BizTown®
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
(Tempe, Ariz.) – Our JA BizTown® keeps getting better! Thanks to a $20,000 grant from the Sam’s Club Giving Program, we have opened a Sam’s Club storefront in JA BizTown to support youth entrepreneurship education. Sam’s Club is a leading membership warehouse club, but this location is unlike any of the others: It will be […]
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SMACNA Arizona Apprenticeship Award
Abbie Fink | Oct 30, 2014
SMACNA Arizona, the Arizona chapter of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association, recently honored five skilled craftsmen with its annual Apprenticeship Award. Pictured are (l-r): Tilden Dickson, first-year apprentice; Casey Guy of ABM Industries, second-year apprentice; Zachary France of Bel-Aire Mechanical, third-year apprentice; Michael Gonzales Jr. of ABM Industries, fourth-year apprentice; and […]
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