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Dream On
One of my favorite songs is Aerosmith’s “Dream On”. Believe it or not, we actually rock the mess outta this song in church on Sundays. And as audacious as this sounds, I believe our band does it better than Aerosmith! But don’t just take my word for it, ask our fellow “impacters” from AZ Foothills! I do realize it’s not a typical church song, but it does present a message of hope; and, well, it just flat kicks butt.
AZ Giving Spotlight: Ben Hawkins of the Scottsdale 20-30 Club
The Scottsdale 20-30 Foundation is a nonprofit organization determined to raise money for activities, medical, emotional support and more for underprivileged Arizona youth. Here, AFM interviews the Club's president, Ben Hawkins.
AFM: Tell us more about the Scottsdale 20-30 Club.
BH: The Scottsdale 20-30 Club provides young adults with an opportunity to grow both as a person and as a professional with leadership skills, all while helping children all around the Valley. The 20-30 Club inspires people to work together for a common cause- and I have made so many long-standing friendships out of...
What Baseball Can Teach You about Financial Planning
From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative
The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona
Spring training is a tradition that baseball teams and baseball fans look forward to every year. No matter how they did last year, teams in spring training are full of hope that a new season will bring a fresh start. As this year's baseball season gets under way, here are a few lessons from America's pastime that might help you reevaluate your finances. Sometimes you need to proceed one base at a time.
Are You Ready to Retire?
From Stephen Clifford, Registered Investment Advisor Representative
The Winfield Group - Scottsdale, Arizona
Here are some questions to ask yourself when deciding whether or not you are ready to retire.
The Arizona Humane Society’s Compassion with Fashion: Pets Make Life Sweet
Phoenix attorney Andrea Marconi and executive Katherine Kemmeries Cecala have enjoyed their fair share of black-tie events over the years. The high fashion, four-star meals and cherished memories are staples that make for a unique, treasured experience each and every time.
But only one event has brought the pair new, loving family members.
Two years ago, Marconi attended the Arizona Humane Society’s annual Compassion with Fashion fundraiser, and wound up going home with a newly adopted Boxer, Maggie May. Last year, Marconi returned to Compassion with Fashion, and this time, Madison, a Golden...
