Predicting 2017: 'Tis the season for economic projections

‘Tis the season for many companies to have accurate projections for the future. That’s why we present annually the Lawrence R. Klein Award for Blue Chip Accuracy. Hear Professor of Economics Lee McPheters announce the 2016 recipient and share the winner’s 2017 predictions.

Why companies that put employees first prosper

Tony Sarsam, CEO of Ready Pac Foods Inc., is a highly respected leader known for building a high-performance culture. Hear his lessons on the importance of focusing on people to improve the bottom line.

NCAA's Mark Emmert: The value of college sports

The men's college basketball Final Four this weekend in Glendale, Ariz., brings a visit from the association's president, who related athletics' relevant records and statistics are important for the way in which they can affect societies surrounding them.

2017 Executive of the Year

Edward J. "Joe" Shoen, chairman and CEO of U-Haul International, was awarded by the Dean's Council of the W. P. Carey School of Business.

Blue Nile diamonds: Trust and authenticity

Harvey Kanter is the CEO of Blue Nile, the largest online retailer of certified diamonds and fine jewelry. He addressed the Economic Club of Phoenix on Jan. 28, 2016.

Can you pass this test about the Arizona economy? Try our quiz to see

Guests at the annual Economic Outlook Luncheon, sponsored by the Economic Club of Phoenix, are challenged by Research Professor Lee McPheters to answer a set of questions about the background issues driving the Arizona economy. Here’s your chance to do the same.

Starbucks' success brewed with a commitment to humanity

Starbucks is a worldwide brand, but its success rests on more than a cup of coffee.

India: The emerging economic giant

With a young population, substantial science and engineering skills and a huge consumer market, India has potential for phenomenal future growth.

Executive of the Year: Silver Lake's Jim Davidson

Jim Davidson, co-founder, managing partner, and managing director of Silver Lake, is the 2014 Executive of the Year.

The economy: For Arizona and the nation, more of the same

Full economic recovery is still at least two years away, according to experts from the W. P. Carey School of Business who delivered their midyear forecasts at the school’s annual Economic Outlook Luncheon on May 8, 2014.