If you own a business, chances are that at some point your business could benefit from bank financing. Your company may be growing and need financing to meet increasing working capital needs or you may need to finance a new vehicle or equipment to be used in your operations. Whatever the case, it is helpful to have a basic understanding of some common business loan structures to help plan appropriately. The types of loans people tend to be most familiar with are straight amortizing term … [Read more...] about Business Loan Types
Who Wants To Be A Tiger?
If you’ve spent the last two years perfecting your tiger parent skills (following the publication of Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mom, Amy Chua’s 2011 advocacy/memoir in defense of boot-camp style parenting), the first thing to understand is that it doesn’t end there. Junheng Li, CEO of the independent equity research firm, J.L. Warren, now offers softie Americans something for the workplace. Tiger Woman on Wall Street is Li’s memoir of childhood in China under the tutelage of her tiger … [Read more...] about Who Wants To Be A Tiger?
Forecasting the 2014 Economy this Month
The Prescott Chamber’s Annual Meeting will once again feature keynote speaker Elliott Pollack, noted state economist, with his economic forecast for 2014. "Elliott spoke at our annual meeting last February and our members enjoyed his talk,” said Prescott Chamber of Commerce CEO David Maurer. “We invited him back this year to see if economic conditions in the nation, state and locally have improved since his last report." Pollack’s forecast will be part of a new format for the Annual … [Read more...] about Forecasting the 2014 Economy this Month
January is Learn to Ski – Snowboard Month
With the New Year, many of us are resolving to learn something new, and Arizona Snowbowl is making it easy for first-time skiers and snowboarders. January marks the sixth annual Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month in the United States, and with natural and machine-made snow on the San Francisco Peaks, people of all ages are taking advantage of the winter sports opportunities available to them. Through Arizona Snowbowl, the Quad Cities area and the rest of Arizona have had access to skiing and … [Read more...] about January is Learn to Ski – Snowboard Month
ERAU Preparing DNA Experts
As security and intelligence issues and crime are tackled with an ever-expanding arsenal of forensic methods, Embry-Riddle’s Prescott Campus will meet the need for more DNA and biology specialists by introducing a bachelor’s degree in Forensic Biology in Fall 2014. The B.S. in Forensic Biology, which originated within Embry-Riddle’s popular B.S. in Global Security & Intelligence Studies degree program, combines the disciplines of biology, chemistry, and law, engaging students in evidence … [Read more...] about ERAU Preparing DNA Experts
Public-Private Partnership Considered a Success
Slightly more than two years ago, a naked seven acres sat just below the northeast corner of the Prescott Mall. Highly visible from highway 69, the then rock-strewn and weedy patch of unmanicured dirt was, in the eyes of many, “…just plain ugly.” Today, those passing the same area see an attractive contemporary destination marketplace with 11 diversified stores that attract shoppers from throughout Central and Northern Arizona. Most the time, in fact, those going to what is now known as … [Read more...] about Public-Private Partnership Considered a Success
City Offering No-Cost Wood Chips
The City of Prescott has wood chips available to the public at no charge starting tomorrow January 9. The wood chips may be picked up Monday through Saturday between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Transfer Station at 2800 Sundog Ranch Road. The wood chips are available on a first come, first serve and self-service basis for small loads. Loading help is available for large trailers or trucks. Please call ahead to verify loading help for large loads. All loads must be contained and covered before … [Read more...] about City Offering No-Cost Wood Chips
Economic Growth Linked to Higher Education
Economic success and positive community growth are irrevocably linked to a quality higher education system. That was the common theme for keynote speakers and most of the 50 or so participants at the late-November forum sponsored by Arizona Town Hall in cooperation with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott. Tara Jackson, president of the Phoenix-based ATH and organizer for the forum, praised the innovative efforts of Quad Cities’ institutions in attempting to expand higher … [Read more...] about Economic Growth Linked to Higher Education
Decision in 30-Year Old Behavioral Health Case
Governor Jan Brewer today announced a final agreement has been reached in the Arnold v. Sarn case regarding care and services for individuals with serious mental illness (SMI). Litigation that commenced in 1981, the settlement ends a more than three-decade long lawsuit against the state and establishes a blueprint for a successful community-based behavioral health system in Arizona. “This is a landmark day for our state, particularly for the thousands of Arizonans living with … [Read more...] about Decision in 30-Year Old Behavioral Health Case
Smoki Museum Announcing New Exhibit
The Santa Fe Indian School Exhibit begins in Prescott January 18th. Quincy Tahoma, Andrew Tsinajinnie, Harrison Begay and Pop Chalee will be featured in the exhibit, which runs through June. The Smoki Museum's Nancy Guitguiten tells Quad Cities Business News says the museum is open seven days a week. More information is available at www.smokimuseum.org … [Read more...] about Smoki Museum Announcing New Exhibit