Business Professionals of Arizona

05/01/2025

04/17/2025

Got digital problems? Let’s solve them.

Meet Stephanie Jacobson , owner and operator of Settle Haven.

She helps small businesses across the U.S. turn their ideas into action.

If your brand feels off, your website isn’t working, or your marketing just isn’t doing its job—Stephanie’s your go-to for smart, strategic solutions that get results.

Here’s what Settle Haven can help with:
🎯 Digital branding
💻 Website design + development
📣 Google + Facebook advertising
🔍 SEO (so more people can actually find you)
📈 Business strategy + ex*****on
📲 Social media content and setup

Her mentor once said: “Talk is cheap—so let’s plan to meet."

📞 Call or text Stephanie at 763-343-7144
🌐 settlehaven.com
📧 [email protected]

04/16/2025

Biz owners 👉 This one’s actually worth your time!

Our business beauty expert, Randall Casillas shared this article at BP of AZ, and it’s packed with sharp, practical advice for growing your business without the burnout.

Top takeaways:
🧠 Speak to the right people—not everyone is your customer
📊 Track what matters (hint: it’s not likes)
🚧 Don’t scale what’s broken—fix the systems first
🎨 Brand consistency builds trust—it’s more than your logo
🗺️ Let your plan guide you, not box you in

Quick read. Solid insight. Definitely worth a look.

Here’s the link → shopify.com/blog/small-business-tips

Need help? Our digital marketing expert, Stephanie Jacobson, with can help design, develop, and strategize.

04/15/2025

Let’s talk tariffs.

Most people think of them as a political buzzword but for small business owners, they’re a real factor in your bottom line.

A tariff is essentially a tax on imported goods.

If you're sourcing materials or products from overseas—or competing with those who do—tariffs can affect your costs, pricing, and customer behavior.

Even if you’re not importing directly, you’re likely feeling the ripple effects.

The more you understand how tariffs work, the better you can plan ahead and adjust your strategy.

If you want to dive deeper, I shared a quick read on the topic here:
👉 anthemstrategists.com/tariffs-what-they-are-and-why-they-matter-to-your-small-business/

Thanks to Randall for always keeping us sharp on the business side of things!

04/14/2025

50 Years. Hundreds of Brands. One Trusted Local Partner.

At BP of AZ, we believe excellence never goes out of style—and K Frank Designs embodies that standard with every project they touch.

With over five decades of combined expertise in graphic design and print, this family-owned studio in Gilbert, AZ, brings craftsmanship, creativity, and care to every detail.

Led by Karen Hellwig and her daughter, their work blends precision with personality—because design should feel as good as it looks.

From your first conversation to the final product, K Frank Designs makes the process collaborative, thoughtful, and refreshingly stress-free.

What they offer is more than just printing—it’s presentation, identity, and presence:

📇 Custom Logo Design, Business Cards & Stationery
📬 Postcards, Brochures, Flyers & Rack Cards
📢 Posters, Signs, Banners & Large-Format Displays
💻 Digital Graphics for Web & Email Campaigns
🎨 Affordable design solutions tailored to your brand, goals, and budget

Whether you're launching something new or elevating what already exists, you’ll be supported by seasoned professionals who take pride in doing things right—and doing them beautifully.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 kfrankdesigns.com
📞 602-577-6073
📍 Gilbert, AZ

Print with confidence. Design with heart.

04/14/2025

🚨 Last Call Before the Tax Deadline!

Time is running out—you have until 11:59 PM on April 15 to file your 2024 tax return or request an extension. That’s TOMORROW.

⏰ Don’t stress. You’ve still got time (but not much).

💡 Here's what you need to know:

🗓️ File Form 4868 by April 15 to get an extension until October 15
💵 Still owe taxes? You MUST estimate and pay by April 15 to avoid penalties
✅ An extension gives you more time to file, not more time to pay

📣 Hey, hey—Peter the CPA is here to help!

Peter Salazar, CPA in Gilbert, AZ, makes it fast and simple to file your extension and stay on the IRS’s good side.

📞 480-228-7303
📧 [email protected]
🌐 gilbert-accounting.com

Plan Your Taxes or Plan to Pay.

04/11/2025

💌 Elegant Invitations Designed with Heart—Right Here in Arizona

When it comes to weddings, the invitation is your first impression. It should feel as unique and meaningful as the celebration itself.

That’s why we’re proud to spotlight our trusted partner, K Frank Designs—a family-owned and operated business led by Karen Hellwig and her daughter.

Together, they bring warmth, artistry, and intention to every custom suite—designed from scratch to reflect your style, your story, and your special day.

Why couples love working with :

💍 Personalized experience—every design starts with understanding you
🎨 Fully custom creations—no templates, no catalogs, just your vision
📦 See and feel real samples—experience the difference before making a decision
📝 Full-service design—from Save the Dates to menus, signs, and thank-yous

✨ Interested in viewing samples or discussing your design?
You can book an in-person consultation here:
👉 https://www.kfrankdesigns.com/special-occasions/weddings/

📞 602-577-6073
📧 [email protected]
🌐 kfrankdesigns.com

Create something truly unforgettable and celebrate with heart.

04/11/2025

🚨 Tax Day Panic? Here’s Your Lifeline.

If the April 15 tax deadline has you sweating—you’re not alone. The good news? You’ve still got options.

Whether you're a business owner, a freelancer, or just not ready to file yet, a 2024 tax extension gives you until October 15 to get your paperwork together. No rushing. No scrambling.

💡 Here’s what you need to know:

🗓️ File your extension by April 15
💵 It doesn’t delay your payment—if you owe, estimate and pay now to avoid penalties
✅ It gives you time to file right (not rushed and risky)

📣 Hey, hey—Peter the CPA is here to help!

Peter Salazar, CPA in Gilbert, AZ makes the whole process simple—so you stay compliant and stress-free.

📞 480-228-7303
📧 [email protected]
🌐 gilbert-accounting.com

Plan Your Taxes or Plan to Pay.

04/04/2025

🖥️ Sick of tech headaches slowing down your business?

Downtime costs money. Missed emails, frozen systems, lost productivity—it adds up fast.

That’s why Brian Fletcher at Aspire Technical delivers proactive, reliable IT support that keeps your business running at full speed.

💡 Stop reacting to problems. Start preventing them.
✅ Fast response
✅ Fewer disruptions
✅ More uptime = more profit

📣 Pay for uptime—not downtime.

📞 480-924-3545
📧 [email protected]
🌐 aspiretechnical.com

04/02/2025

⏳ Need more time to file your taxes? You’re not alone—and you’re not out of options.

Filing a 2024 tax extension now gives you time to plan, avoid penalties, and get your return done right.

Peter Salazar, CPA at Gilbert Accounting makes it easy.

📈 Expert guidance
✅ Less stress
🧠 Smarter results

Contact Peter Salazar, CPA:
📞 480-228-7303
📧 [email protected]
🌐 Book Online ---> gilbert-accounting.com

Plan Your Taxes or Plan to Pay.

04/01/2025

🎉 BREAKING NEWS: BP of AZ Now Offers Skydiving Networking Events! 🪂💼

Tired of elevator pitches? We’re taking networking to new heights — literally.
Introducing: "Leads at 10,000 Feet!" 😎

✅ Business cards will be attached to parachutes
✅ Icebreakers include “who packed your chute?”
✅ Free fall, then free coffee
..Okay, okay — April Fools! 😉
But while we’re not jumping out of planes (yet), we are serious about building strong, local connections between awesome professionals like YOU.

Support local. Network with heart. Grow together.
That’s no joke.

03/29/2025

Happy National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day!

At BP of AZ, we’re proud to support the small, family-owned businesses that make our communities stronger, more personal, and more connected.

Behind every logo is a real person who shows up every day with passion, grit, and heart. These are the folks you shake hands with, refer your friends to, and trust with your most important needs.

Today (and every day), let’s shop small, refer local, and keep our local economy thriving—one handshake, one referral, and one small business at a time.

Tag your favorite local business and show them some love!

03/27/2025

🌡️ Arizona’s heatwave is coming... is your A/C ready to handle it?

Summer hits hard in the Valley — and the last thing you want is your air conditioning giving out when you need it most.

Don’t get stuck sweating it out, sitting in front of a fan, wishing your A/C worked.

Right now, Aire Serv of Red Mountain is offering a $59 Tune-Up Special to make sure your system is running smooth, cold, and ready to take on the heat.

✅ Prevent surprise breakdowns
✅ Boost efficiency = lower bills
✅ Fast, professional service

Clayton Crompton is a trusted BP of AZ member, and he’s here to help you stay cool and breathe easy this summer.

👉 Call/Text: 480-205-6868
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more: aireserv.com/red-mountain/
👍 Follow on Facebook: Aire Serv of Red Mountain
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