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12 Reasons Why Arizona Is A Great Place To Work

June 17, 2020 by Markitors

Arizona is home to a growing number of small and medium-sized businesses. This makes it a great place to work, whether you’re a recent grad or far along in your career.

We asked 12 Arizona professionals, “What do you enjoy about working here, that someone from outside of the state may not think of?”

They may be biased, but for good reason.


A Great Place to Live

Arizona is a great place to work because it’s also a great place to live. Because Arizona is a growing market, there is always a new opportunity nearby. Almost any industry has a presence here with a variety of options within them. Foodservice, hospitality, finance, technology, you name it. In Arizona, there is something for everyone. 

Zack McCarty, Qwick


Growth

Arizona is a great place to work because it’s growing. In the last few years, Arizona has had an amazing boom in population which has led to more opportunities for small and medium businesses to find a market. Communities are always adding new developments that continue to encourage more growth for businesses here. 

Vanessa Molica, The Lash Professional


Community

For its size, I have always felt Phoenix has a “close-knit” feeling in the business community.  Phoenix is a very entrepreneurial town, and there is strong support for small businesses here. It’s important to leverage that network of support when building your business.

Jon Schneider, Recruiterie


City Life Without the Cost

Arizona is a great place to work because we have all of the benefits of having a larger metropolitan area without being land constrained which drives up the cost of living. The real estate in San Francisco, New York City, Denver, etc is significantly higher because they are either constrained by water or mountains. This means we have a comparable level of opportunity with a very real possibility that someone could actually afford to own a house.

Lukas Ruebbelke, BrieBug


Arizona is Still Young

Arizona is only 100 years old and still developing its identity. There is plenty of opportunity for entrepreneurs in this state. What I enjoy the most is that Arizona is still very much a blank canvas that I have the opportunity to paint on.

Lloyd Hopkins, Million Dollar Teacher Project


Abundant Resources

I love Arizona. In the 15 years, I’ve resided in the Phoenix area, I’ve seen the value of our community multiply tenfold. Arizona is a solid tech hub with amazing community resources such as #yesphx for startups, collaborative and supportive groups for female business owners, and more amazing resources for businesses of all sizes. Plus, the weather is great.

Stephanie Riel, RielDeal Marketing


Good Weather

Tech is an up-and-coming sector in Arizona, providing a wide range of opportunities. The “life” part of the work/life/balance equation is appealing, with commute times being relatively short and the cost of living being quite manageable. And the sunny weather 300+ days of the year does wonders for your mental state. Yes, it gets hot during the summer, but the weather during the rest of the year is phenomenal.

Rennie Leon, Director of Marketing and Communications


Variety

Arizona is a great place to work because it’s a growing city. It seems like there’s something new popping up, and it’s an opportunity to meet new people and to see new businesses. working here allows you to have different hobbies and interests. You can be in the middle of nature by driving only half an hour out of the city and suburbs. It’s such a short trip to get into nature and see Arizona’s picturesque landscape. It helps with work-life balance because a change of scenery helps with destressing outside of work. 

Danielle Ganon, Phoenix SEO Company


New Ideas

AZ is a land of nomads, renegades, and mavericks–very welcoming to small business and big ideas.

Janice Sweeter, NAU School of Communication


Friendly to Newcomers

Arizona has a relatively low cost of living and loads of sunshine. The workforce is increasingly educated and highly motivated. And the state, from its universities to its government, is welcoming and supportive of newcomers and their businesses.

Chris Owen, Real Estate Consultant and Investor


Opportunity

Arizona is a growing and versatile community of businesses. We have a variety of industries to work with; hospitality, farming, tech, government, sports, medical, and so many more. The business community in AZ is full of people willing to open their network and improve their way of operating. I find the culture very open-minded and I’m constantly inspired by very talented people.

Candace Cotton, Halo Branded Solutions


A Warm Welcome

The culture here is very welcoming. I think it’s because most people came here from somewhere else. When we arrived, people welcomed us and we feel compelled to give back the same way.

Brian Stinson, The PEAK Fleet

Filed Under: Career Advice Blog Tagged With: phoenix, great place to work, arizona

8 Best Places To Work In Phoenix

June 9, 2020 by Markitors

Phoenix is one of the nation’s largest cities, and it’s still expanding. But this can pose as a challenge for job seekers.

With a sea of options, choosing a place to work can be challenging.

Below, eight Phoenix professionals share their opinions on the best places to work in Phoenix.


Look for New Development

Start your search in places with a lot of development, such as Scottsdale or Chandler. Many new and old companies are starting to move into the Arizona area, so going where they go is crucial to finding great places to work. If anything, consider starting your own business! Phoenix is a growing market with lots of possibilities to explore your own entrepreneurial spirit. 

Vanessa Molica, The Lash Professional


They’re Still Moving Here

There are plenty of best places to work in Phoenix. However, some of the best places to work aren’t even here yet. What I mean by that is that many companies considered “Top Employers” are actively starting or relocating operations to the Greater Phoenix area. You see this with tech companies coming from Silicon Valley to the Valley of the Sun. Silicon Valley Bank, DoorDash, Opendoor, and more have all announced plans to hire more people in new Phoenix offices. GPEC, Business Journal, and AZCentral.com are all great places to stay up to date on news of companies relocating here.

Ryan Nouis, TruPath


Commercial Real Estate

AVANA is a family-focused company that has a profitable track record of more than 18 years. We reward performance and choose meritocracy over mediocrity. If your values are the same as ours, then we encourage you to apply for our open positions. Together, AVANA has become a dominant player in the commercial real estate mortgage market.

Kimberly Kriewald, AVANA Capital


Local Community

If a friend were moving to Phoenix and they were looking for work, my first piece of advice would be to immerse themselves into the local community as soon as possible. Find a meetup around that profession and start attending. This will not only surface great companies to target but build a high-value network in the process.

Lukas Ruebbelke, BrieBug


Startup Culture

First, figure out what you want out of a workplace. For me, an ideal workplace has a welcoming and upbeat culture where everyone’s ideas are heard. Markitors is a startup SEO company that embodies this to a tee and has been voted a best place to work for three consecutive years. It’s a place where young, talented professionals thrive. 

Claire Routh, Markitors


Various Industries

My favorite clients would be at the top of my list of referrals: U-Haul, Discount Tire, Grand Canyon University, Trapp Technology, OH Partners, AZ Lottery, and MGA Home Care.

Candace Cotton, Halo Branded Solutions


Financial Services

Metro Phoenix is a great place if you want to work in financial services. Most of the large banks and credit card companies have big operations here (AMEX, Discover, Wells Fargo, Chase, etc.) as do several large insurance companies (USAA, State Farm, Nationwide). We are also home to many of the FinTech companies such as Prosper, Marcus (Goldman Sachs), and Quicken Loans.

Chris Owen, Real Estate Consultant and Investor


Big Name Businesses

Godaddy has a great reputation. Paypal seems to foster a great company culture. Quicken Loans also seems to have a lot of loyal employees.

Lloyd Hopkins, Million Dollar Teacher Project

Filed Under: Career Advice Blog Tagged With: phoenix, great place to work, arizona

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A good friend told me of her success using Career Connectors networking.  She landed an interview and later, a job in her field, after attending one networking event.  So, when it was my turn, I had to check it out. I was starting to get the blues about being unemployed but the speaker lifted me out of the dumps and put my life back in perspective. So many people were there to help and offer support!   Just by networking that day, I was given a job lead that has led to two interviews and a… Read more
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Career Connectors made the pivotal difference in my search for employment after a layoff lasting a full year. Their dedication to providing a consistent, local and no-cost program and venue to search, network and learn, ultimately provided not only an excellent fit in a new job, but also the ability to regain dignity and the ability to achieve financial independence once again. I am forever grateful to all of the volunteers that produced a program so vitally important to our family
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Navigating the world of career transition can be an overwhelming experience.  In addition to the mechanics of transition (updated resume, career search strategies), there is the deeper need to connect to people who are in the same situation as you are.   For me, all of this was answered by Career Connectors!  Had it not been for this organization, I might still be sitting in my house, wondering what to do next!  At just one Career Connectors meeting you can be inspired by great speakers, … Read more
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