The second module in the 2011 Small Business Leadership Academy (SBLA) includes an examination of factors necessary for innovation and competitive success. One of the key mechanisms for companies to…
We are currently experiencing one of the most disruptive technological revolutions in 30 years. This change is advancing the way we do business, and with it is requiring businesses to…
National Bank of Arizona has partnered with APS to provide an affordable financial incentive for APS customers to renovate their homes with energy efficient improvements. It’s called the APS Home…
Small Business Leadership Academy: Strategy for Competitive Advantage (Part II) Students spent time over the last week determining their company’s value proposition. Each student presented their value proposition to the…
A Crash Course on Studio 5 By Kristine Cannon Kelly Cappelli of Studio 5 educates us about her photography and music production studio, located in an abandoned elementary school. Cappelli…
weGrow Phoenix – As interest in the medical marijuana industry increases, weGrow offers franchisees a chance to be a part of it. The demand for Medical marijuana is growing across…
AZNow.Biz visited European-inspired bistro 24 at the Ritz-Carlton, Phoenix, and sat down with Executive Chef Stephen Toevs, who discussed how he creates an efficient working environment in the kitchen, as…
Small Business Leadership Academy: Introductory Course The introductory course for the 2011 Small Business Leadership Academy (SBLA) focuses on concepts of strategy and competitive advantage and how to achieve them.…
The Small Business Leadership Academy (SBLA) is an intensive executive education program designed to strengthen the business acumen of small business leaders in Arizona. The program was jointly developed by…
Steve Lanini discusses how his participation in the Small Business Leadership Academy has benefited his McDonald’s franchises. Small Business Leadership Academy Past Participant: Steve Lanini McDonald’s Tell us about…
Virginia Zuber discusses how her participation in the Small Business Leadership Academy has benefited her business, Diamond Underground Construction Corp. Small Business Leadership Academy Past Participant: Virginia Zuber Diamond Underground…
Cost Effective Marketing: The first rule of thumb for anyone in the business of selling a product or service is defining the target market. In most instances, the target market…
