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.
Starbucks' success brewed with a commitment to humanity
Starbucks is a worldwide brand, but its success rests on more than a cup of coffee.
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.
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.
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.
Ray Anderson: Athletics boost financial game
Ray Anderson is Arizona State University’s athletic director and university vice president. Before accepting the position in January 2014, Anderson was managing football operations for the NFL. At the Economic Club of Phoenix luncheon on Oct.
The Knight Transportation story: Trucking company changes drivers
On Jan. 1, 2015, David Jackson succeeded Kevin Knight as CEO of Knight Transportation.
Straight talk from Whole Foods CEO
The website for Whole Foods Market declares that “we seek out the finest natural and organic foods available, maintain the strictest quality standards in the industry, and have an unshakeable commitment to sustainable agriculture.” At the January Economic Club of Phoenix luncheon, club president