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IMA survey shows growing optimism for future as Indiana manufacturers fight through COVID-19 economic crisis

The Indiana Manufacturers Association (IMA), an industry advocacy organization, recently conducted surveys to assess the impact of COVID-19 on the manufacturing sector in the state and found manufacturers remain optimistic despite the economic downturn.

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Institute for Energy Research urges renewable energy reform

The Institute for Energy Research (IER) urges the United States to reform its approach to renewable energy, saying that Germany also needs to consider reform, according to an IER news release.

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Iberdrola power company offers new service to Texas residents

Iberdrola Group, a Spanish power company, has expanded into the Texas electric retail market, according to The Houston Chronicle.

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Texas facilities will receive renewable energy from Bank of America/Reliant solar deal

A solar agreement announced this week between Bank of America and the NRG Energy Company Reliant will provide renewable energy to hundreds of Texas facilities, according to a July 1 Saur Energy International story.

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Billion dollar investment firm moving into the greater Phoenix area

The billion-dollar investment advisor company, Smead Capital Management, is slated to move its corporate headquarters to Phoenix on July 1.

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Small Business Trends survey reveals differing COVID-19 impacts

The COVID-19 crisis has affected businesses large and small, although some might say that the smaller the company, the harder the impact might be to overcome, as explained in an April 29 report in Small Business Trends. The report surveyed more than 500 small and medium businesses to find out what types of small businesses were most impacted by the crisis.


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Moonshot entrepreneurship program in Flagstaff hopes to grow tech business with free advice

A nonprofit organization located at a campus in Flagstaff, Arizona, that helps entrepreneurs with their businesses is offering free advice with hopes that tech founders may launch their companies in Flagstaff.

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BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY: New app will help students tell their stories in preparation for life after college

Boise State’s Storyboard Initiative helps students understand and articulate the value of their collegiate experiences beyond the classroom through projects that focus on reflection and storytelling.

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Technology matching grant program proposed for Indiana manufacturers

Indiana manufacturers adopting smart technologies might benefit from a $4.1 million fund proposed by Next Level Manufacturing Institute and the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership.

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3 Phoenix bioscience startups make the grade at BIO International Startup Stadium

BIO International Startup Stadium is being held virtually this week, but that did not prevent three Phoenix bioscience startups from strutting their stuff at the “Shark Tank”-like competition.


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Tucson tech companies to roll out new 5G antenna

Two Tucson tech companies are uniting to launch a 5G antenna that touts a wider range with less space and less power, according to Biz​​​​ Journals.

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BALL STATE UNIVERSITY: Ball State adds Electronic Field Trips allow Hoosiers to visit Indiana’s attractions

Ball State University issued the following announcement on May 5.Ball State adds Electronic Field Trips allow Hoosiers to visit Indiana’s attractions Want to see the sights of Indiana, but you and your family are stuck at home due to social distancing?

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GREATER PHOENIX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Preparing your business for 2020

The 2020s are here and many business owners are looking for ways to make this year impactful by increasing successes, becoming more profitable and taking their business to the next level. Here are 10 tips to make sure you get a running start as we jump into a new decade!

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GPCF connects local employers with national experts

Last month, the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation (the Foundation) led a delegation of nearly 25 business leaders to Washington, D.C., to explore national workforce issues, learn from employers that are making strides in talent development, and receive updates on key federal policies.


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GREATER PHOENIX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Applauds Voters For Supporting City's Future

The Greater Phoenix Chamber applauds voters for voting no on “Building a Better Phoenix Act” (Prop 105) and the “Responsible Budget Act” (Prop 106).

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TUCSON METRO CHAMBER: UA Fueling Rapid Tucson Tech Growth

Tucson tech and talent have hit the map, as low unemployment and high demand for talent have tech companies turning to smaller communities to fill their pipelines, according to a new report that says Tucson is the leading emerging market in the United States.