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Are Real Headshots Still Important In The Age Of AI?
Are Real Headshots Still Important in the Age of AI? Not long ago, someone left a comment on one of my LinkedIn posts that really stuck with me: “Thanks for keeping real headshots alive, Matt!” I laughed a little when I first read it, but it also got me thinking. With AI headshots becoming more popular and, quite frankly, getting better, does having a professional headshot taken by an actual photographer still matter? Yes, it does. And I’m not saying that because I’m against AI. I’m saying it
Foothills Speaker Series Kicks Off with a Look at the Toughness of Cacti
FOR RELEASE September 1st, 2026 Foothills Speaker Series Kicks Off with a Look at the Toughness of Cacti Dr. Ken Sweat of Arizona State University to present "Story of Cacti" on October 6 at the Holland Center CAVE CREEK, Ariz. — The Desert Foothills Land Trust (DFLT) and the Holland Center will kick off this year's Foothills Speaker Series with "Story of Cacti," a lecture by Dr. Ken Sweat of Arizona State University. The event takes place Tuesday, October 6, at 6 p.m. at the Holland
AZ Blue Surprises Local School Nurse with Supplies During Yoga on the Field Event
AZ Blue Surprises Local School Nurse with Supplies During Yoga on the Field Event A local school nurse received an unexpected back-to-school surprise as Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona recognized her dedication to students and families during the annual Yoga on the Field event at Chase Field. Held in partnership with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Yoga on the Field brought hundreds of Arizonans together to focus on physical and mental well-being before the D-backs game against the Cincinnati Reds. As part
The Women’s Collective Awards Grants to 3 Organizations Advancing Leadership and Economic Mobility
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22, 2026 The Women’s Collective Awards Grants to Three Valley Organizations Advancing Women’s Leadership and Economic Mobility SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The Women’s Collective (WC) has awarded grants to three Valley organizations whose programs are expanding opportunities, building skills and creating pathways for women to lead, thrive and achieve greater economic independence. With this year’s grants, The Women’s Collective has now awarded more than $100,000 in grants to
AZ Blue Gives $50,000 to AllThrive 365 to Help Protect Arizonans from Extreme Heat
AZ Blue Gives $50,000 to AllThrive 365 to Help Protect Arizonans from Extreme Heat Funding will support emergency air conditioning repairs and replacements The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement (AZ Blue Foundation) donated $50,000 to AllThrive 365 to support critical heat-relief efforts that help under-resourced Arizonans stay safe, healthy and comfortable during Arizona’s extreme summer temperatures. The funding will support AllThrive 365’s Healthy Homes
Credit Union West Appoints Sonya Watkins as Chief Retail Officer
Media ContactRyan O’Connor602.631.3212 ryan.oconnor@cuwest.org Aug 06, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Credit Union West Appoints Sonya Watkins as Chief Retail Officer Glendale, AZ— Credit Union West has appointed Sonya Watkins as Chief Retail Officer, effective August 10, 2026. A respected credit union executive with more than 30 years of experience, Watkins will help guide the organization's operations while advancing its commitment to employees, members, and the communities it
AZ Blue Surprises Teachers Across Arizona with Resources to Help Students Thrive
AZ Blue Surprises Teachers Across Arizona with Resources to Help Students Thrive As Arizona students are returning to the classroom, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (AZ Blue) is helping teachers start the school year with the tools they need to create positive learning environments. Through its ongoing commitment to strengthening communities across the state, AZ Blue is recognizing educators who go above and beyond for their students by providing classroom resources that help support learning,
More Than 200 AZ Blue Employees Pack 1,000 JoyJars for Arizona Children Fighting Cancer
More Than 200 AZ Blue Employees Pack 1,000 JoyJars for Arizona Children Fighting CancerPHOENIX, Ariz. — More than 200 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona employees recently came together to pack 1,000 JoyJars® for children across Arizona who are undergoing cancer treatment. Organized in partnership with the Jessie Rees Foundation, the volunteer effort provided each child with a jar filled with toys, games, activities and handwritten notes of encouragement designed to bring comfort, hope and joy during a
Grant Helps More Arizona Moms Access Postpartum Support
For many Arizona families, support after birth can be hard to find. Across the state, moms continue to face gaps in postpartum and mental health care during a critical time for both parents and babies.To help address that need, 4th Trimester Arizona’s It Takes a Village initiative is training, certifying, and contracting more community-based doulas to support families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery—bringing care closer to home. With support from the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
AZ Blue Health Choice Supports The Smile Zone to Expand Dental Care for Arizona Children
Every bright future starts with a healthy smile. When children do not receive preventive dental care, they areat greater risk for pain, infection, difficulty eating, missed school days and other health concernsthat canimpacttheir growth and well-being.That’swhy Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Health Choice, AZ Blue’s Medicaid team, works to amplify the mission of organizations likeThe Smile Zonethat are already making a difference in the communities we serve. Key Takeaways: AZ Blue HealthChoice
AZ Blue Employees Volunteer Over 14,000 Hours to Support Community Health
From supporting everyday needs to helping communities during extreme heat, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (AZ Blue) employees dedicated more than 14,000 volunteer hours in 2025 across the state. These efforts reached communities in all 15 counties, helping expand access to food, strengthen heat relief efforts and provide essential supplies – the kinds of support that helps people stay healthy and connected. With April recognized as National Volunteer Month, it’s a time to reflect on the role
