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Have you heard? Economy-watchers (and incumbent office-holders) are saying the U.S. economy added nearly two million jobs in the past 15 months. Why focus on 15 months?

The volume of home sales in May in the Phoenix market was about on par with the rest of this spring's resale season, although the percentage represented by foreclosures continued a modest decline.

Steve Phillips is vice president and chief information officer for Avnet, Inc.

The mile markers in an academic career include the first post — as assistant professor — when scholars prove their research and teaching mettle. If successful, they are awarded tenure and the accompanying "associate professor" title.

Polls have shown that Americans — especially young Americans — are increasingly skeptical about the concept of capitalism, and are mistrustful of the leaders of large corporations.

The devastating earthquake and tsunami that ravaged Japan in March provided an important lesson for supply chain managers: we are often one disaster away from a major break in the way we conduct business.

Compared to a year ago, jobs increased in 44 states, according to April figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The number of states adding jobs dipped from the 48 that posted employment gains in March.

With the absence of normal drivers of growth (consumers, construction, credit creation), economy watchers have become increasingly pessimistic. Based on employment gains so far this year, many analysts hoped to see a somewhat stronger figure than what the economy delivered for Q1 GDP growth.

The aerospace and defense industry is an established engine of growth in Arizona, contributing $8.8 billion to the state economy and providing almost 100,000 jobs.

Research shows that continuously successful companies have developed cultures that match strategy, and have thoughtfully nurtured employee engagement.