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  1. On a new Thrive Arizona, Zach has a sweet talk with Adam Krantz of Monsoon Chocolate, a Tucson-based chocolatier bringing you delicious treats from the source. Adam talks about developing a love for chocolate and the joys and difficulties of making chocolate from bean to bar. For more about Monsoon Chocolate, visit their website at […]
    Oct 31, 2019
    1 min read
  2. When we ask people what they think the difference is between a bank and a credit union, we often hear answers like, “It’s like a bank, only smaller,” or, “Credit unions only accept certain people,” as if they are some kind of exclusive club. Sure, many credit unions do exist to serve specific professions or groups, like labor unions, government […]
    Oct 18, 2019
    2 min read
  3. On a new Thrive Arizona, Host Zach Yentzer chats with Dre Voelkel, director of TENWEST Festival, an annual ten-day innovation festival focused on solving the economic, social, cultural and environmental challenges facing Tucson. For more about TENWEST, visit their website at Thrive Tucson is a conversation series with the innovative and fascinating entrepreneurs that make […]
    Oct 4, 2019
    1 min read
  4. Hispanic Heritage Month runs September 15th through October 15th. We are delighted to celebrate the contributions and culture that members of the Hispanic community bring to Arizona. History of Hispanic Heritage Month President Lyndon B. Johnson instituted Hispanic Heritage Month in 1968 to celebrate the rich culture and contributions of Americans whose roots trace back […]
    2 min read
  5. On a new Thrive Arizona, Host Zach Yentzer sits down with Jude Cook of the Ignite Sign Art Museum to discuss the importance of holding onto Tucson’s past to inform the future. For more about the Ignite Sign Art Museum, visit their website at Thrive Tucson is a conversation series with the innovative and fascinating […]
    Sep 15, 2019
    1 min read
  6. People who develop a savings plan are twice as successful at saving as those who don’t. There are tons of ways to save for those working with any budget. Here are some ways that you can begin to develop a savings plan that’s right for you. Save automatically Most financial institutions (Vantage West included) offer […]
    Sep 12, 2019
    3 min read
  7. Today is Global Talent Acquisition Day. At Vantage West, talent acquisition is about more than recruitment. It’s about creating an environment that draws talent to our organization. It’s undoubtedly easier said than done, as the war for talent is fierce these days and many candidates have multiple options. Organizations must make smart choices about their talent […]
    Sep 4, 2019
    2 min read
  9. Sweden has consistently been named the most sustainable country in the world so it’s no wonder that a native Swede would help jumpstart the US fashion resale market. But for Buffalo Exchange co-founder Kerstin Block, it was actually the country’s lack of color that drew her to the fashion world. Kerstin came to the US […]
    5 min read
  10. Investing in Certificates of Deposits (CDs) is a great way for investors to minimize their risks and keep a portion of their investment strategy safe from changes in the stock market. If you are interested in an investment that can earn you more than a checking account, consider building a solid CD ladder. What is […]
    Aug 23, 2019
    3 min read