Business in Brief

Renewable Energy Expo

set for April 11

The second Santa Cruz County Renewable Energy Expo will take place April 11 at the Santa Cruz County Fairground in Sonoita.

The expo features presentations and displays from several organizations representing solar, wind, biodiesel and other energy resources.

Purpose of the expo is to provide the public with information about renewable energy systems and how to best install and use them. More than a dozen manufactures and energy related organizations will display the latest solar, hot water, wind turbine, and bio-mass power generation systems.

Contact: Jeanne Horsemann (520)-455 5137 or Gail Getzwiller (520)-455 5020.

Tully appointed

CEO of AAA Arizona

The AAA Arizona board of directors has appointed current president Michael Tully as the new chief executive officer of the auto club.

Jim McDowell had held the post for 12 years.

AAA Arizona is the state’s largest membership organization and has served as an advocate for motorists and travelers for nearly 85 years.

Contact: Beth Lucas - (602) 650 2736 www.AAAAZ.com

Maxwell Remodelers

launches new service

Green Valley’s Maxwell Remodelers Inc. has launched a new House Check service designed to give homeowners peace of mind while they are away.

Managers Jan Christensen and Mark Lamberton said the service is based on homeowners’ requirements, including periodic monitoring of electrical, plumbing, HVAC and roof systems.

Additional services include appliance checks and pest control. House Check service packages start at $25 visit.

Contact: Jan Christensen - (520) 343 3703

Curves opens new

GV fitness center

Curves of Green Valley has opened a new location at 140 W. Duval Mine Road, Suite 108.

The women’s fitness center also is partnering with Avon to track weight loss over a 30-day period. Study participants will have access to the Curves 30 minute workout and must complete at least 12 workouts over the exercise period, with a minimum of three workouts per week.

Contact: Cozette Acosta Smith - (520) 625 0630

Commerce Bank

earns 5-star rating

Commerce Bank of Arizona has earned a second consecutive Five-Star Superior rating for financial strength and stability from BauerFinancial Inc., the nation’s leading independent bank rating firm.

According to BauerFinancial, the rating makes Commerce Bank of Arizona one of Arizona’s best banking institutions.

Established in 2002, Commerce Bank of Arizona operates five offices in Tucson, Green Valley and Tubac. Contact: www.commercebankaz.com - (520) 325-5200

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