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DrugFreeAZKids.org to host “Pop Culture & Drugs: What Does This Mean For Our Youth?” Webinar
WHAT: Whether it’s song lyrics about drugs, smoking on the big screen, or alcohol advertising on the many forms of media we now have, messages about these harmful substances are making their way to youth. What exactly are they saying, and what does this mean for our kids? We will examine these messages; some that […]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Kim Tobin
Today’s Media Monday is a reunion, of sorts. Kim Tobin has returned home to Arizona as a weekend anchor and reporter at ABC15 News after stints in Bend, Ore., and Albuquerque, N.M. Kim, welcome home. I am so happy to be home! I grew up in Prescott and went to Bradshaw Mountain High School. I […]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Danielle Accovelli
Having grown up in north Scottsdale (Go Huskies!), I am obviously a bit partial to news from the area – in fact, I am obsessed with it. Like a kid on Christmas morning, I run to my computer on the first of each month to download all of Scottsdale’s great magazines and read them even […]
READ MOREDrugFreeAZKids.org to host “Substance Abuse Among Elementary & Middle School Aged Kids” Webinar
WHAT: Did you know there are certain substances abused more by elementary and middle school aged kids than teens? When it comes to youth substance abuse, most of the focus is on teens. However, drugs like inhalants and “sizzurp” are more popular among younger kids. Join us on Wednesday, August 19 for a free webinar […]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Amanda Ventura
Today’s Media Monday has a Society of Professional Journalists flair. Amanda Ventura is the new president of the Valley of the Sun Chapter of SPJ. She’s also editor of Arizona Business Magazine and AZRE, published by AZ Big Media. Amanda, time to share: I was always interested in people and moved around a lot as […]
READ MOREAAED Fall Forum Slated for Sept. 16-18
(PHOENIX, July 10, 2015) The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) will host its annual Fall Forum, Sept. 16-18, 2015, at the Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Resort. The conference, “Blueprint for Success,” will provide technical training to anyone interested in working in economic development. Economic development experts will share economic tools, case studies for success […]
READ MOREThe Growth Mindset on the Job
Last week, HMATime introduced the concept of the “fixed mindset,” based on my recent HMA Book Club selection, “Mindset: The New Psychology of Success.” If you remember from the post (available here), someone who has a tendency toward a fixed mindset feels that he or she must always be perfect; never ask for help; get […]
READ MORE2016 Real Estate Update To Be Topic At Arizona Association for Economic Development’s August Luncheon
(PHOENIX, July 6, 2015) A 2016 real estate update will be the topic at the Arizona Association for Economic Development’s (AAED) August luncheon. It will be held on Aug. 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at 2901 N. Seventh St. in Phoenix. Chris Toci, executive director, capital markets, Cushman & Wakefield, and Rick Merritt, […]
READ MOREHarrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Donates Portion of Poker Run Proceeds to United Way of Pinal County
(PHOENIX – June 26, 2015) Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino donated $1,000 to the United Way of Pinal County as part of the proceeds from the Inaugural 5K Poker Run, held in late April. The 5K Poker Run was organized by Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino and included a poolside poker promotion and a pool party with live entertainment, […]
READ MORE#MediaMonday – Terry Leonard, editor, Stars and Stripes
With Independence Day on Saturday and Luke Air Force Base being such an important part of the Valley’s fabric, we thought it would be appropriate to display our own Stars and Stripes in today’s Media Monday. Stars and Stripes provides independent news and information to the U.S. military community, comprised of active-duty service members, Department […]
READ MOREChandler Plays Host to 2015 Subjammers Contest
(PHOENIX – June 26, 2015) Subway Restaurants of Arizona was proud to partner with the great team at the Chandler Fashion Center in June to host its annual Subjammers contest, a lively tomato and lettuce-covered event that determines the fastest, most accuarate sandwich artist in Arizona. Of the 80-plus finalists who competed during the event, […]
READ MOREArizona Relay Service to Participate in AzTAP 17th Annual Assistive Technology Conference
Event to educate and practice use of assistive technology WHAT: The Arizona Technology Access Program invites assistive technology (AT) users and those interested in learning more to their “Putting AT to Work” conference in Scottsdale. The three-day conference will teach AT users and potential users, about devices, resources and strategies as well as providing an […]
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