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New Poll Shows Arizonans Demand Action on Increasing Access, Affordability to Education and Training After High School
Education Forward Arizona, as part of its Everything to Gain campaign, unveiled a new poll in an ongoing study regarding the state of attainment of education and training after high school. The results show that Arizonans overwhelmingly support specific policy actions from leaders and lawmakers to increase support and resources to help Arizonans attain a degree or … [More]
Sprouts Farmers Market to Open 49th Arizona Location
Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country, has announced it will open a new store in Phoenix, Arizona on Friday, October 25, located at 9824 W. McDowell Rd. A ribbon cutting will take place Friday morning at 6:45 a.m. The doors to the store will open at 7 a.m. “We are excited to welcome another Sprouts Farmers Market to the Phoenix … [More]
New Retailers, Renovations, and Culinary Experiences Elevate Scottsdale Quarter
Following the announcement of its redevelopment plans, Scottsdale Quarter is excited to share the latest updates on the transformation of this premier shopping and dining destination. With recent reopenings, including the much-anticipated return of Etta, as well as the announcement of several new retailers, Scottsdale Quarter continues to set the stage for elevated … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Compliance and Audit Management Platform Acquired by Pharmacy Tech Co.
Bluesight, the leading provider of Medication Intelligence™ solutions for health systems and hospital pharmacies, announced the acquisition of Sectyr, a top-tier compliance and audit management platform. This acquisition expands Bluesight's portfolio to include robust 340B audit and compliance tools in response to growing demand from its customers. Sectyr is … [More]
Phoenix-Based Franchise Expands Out of State with First Donut Shop in Colorado
Desert Donuts, the Arizona-based dessert shop specializing in cooked-to-order cake donuts, proudly announces the grand opening of its first franchise location in Greenwood Village, Colorado, on October 5, 2024. This milestone follows the company's decision to offer franchise opportunities in February 2024. The Colorado franchisee team, led by Justin Daigle, Vanessa … [More]
Goodyear Dealership Invests in EV Infrastructure, Training, and Innovative Models to Meet Growing Demand
Yates Buick GMC, a cornerstone of the Phoenix metropolitan automotive community, is reinforcing its commitment to the future of electric vehicles (EVs) by continuing to stay ahead in the EV transition. Over the past year, the dealership has made significant strides in preparing for General Motors' (GM) all-electric future, investing in infrastructure, staff training, … [More]
TOP STORIES
New Poll Shows Arizonans Demand Action on Increasing Access, Affordability to Education and Training After High School
Education Forward Arizona, as part of its Everything to Gain campaign, unveiled a new poll in an ongoing study regarding the state of attainment of education and training after high school. The results show that Arizonans overwhelmingly support specific policy actions from leaders and lawmakers to increase support and resources to help Arizonans attain a degree or … [More]
National Commercial Real Estate Sentiment Rebounds, Says Survey
The NAIOP CRE Sentiment Index, which measures industry expectations for commercial real estate market conditions over the next 12 months, has increased significantly from the last survey conducted in the Spring. The Index climbed to 56, indicating that respondents expect conditions for commercial real estate development to improve over the next year. The NAIOP CRE … [More]
Tech Incubator Launches a New Startup Studio to Increase Local Startups and Jobs
Idealab Arizona, a partner of Idealab Studio, the leading technology incubator, today announced the launch of a startup studio that co-founds Arizona State University-affiliated tech startups to increase commercialized intellectual property, startups and jobs in Arizona. Idealab Arizona will focus on startups in climate, medical, AI and advanced manufacturing to … [More]
Barrett-Jackson Supercharges Collector Car Hobby During Scottsdale Fall Auction with More Than $56.6M in Total Auction Sales
Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, supercharged the collector car hobby during the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction, presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos, Oct. 10-13 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. The four-day automotive lifestyle event featured 794 collectible vehicles that sold for more than $55 million, with a 99.9 percent sell-through … [More]
FEATURED STORIES
Business Rebranding: A Critical Imperative to Thrive in Tomorrow’s Business Landscape
As the business environment continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, business rebranding has emerged as an essential strategy for companies aiming to stay competitive. Karen Tiber Leland, bestselling author of The Brand Mapping Strategy: Design, Build, and Accelerate Your Brand and CEO of Sterling Marketing Group, urges companies to embrace a company rebrand to … [More]
See Where Arizona Ranks on the ‘Most Overworked’ States List
A new study has revealed the most and least overworked states. The study, by personal injury lawyers DeMayo Law Office, analyzed employment data for 2024 from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, looking at weekly hours worked for every state to determine which states work the most throughout the year. Researchers also compared figures to the average hours worked in 2014 … [More]
Next Steps for Victims of Business Email Compromise Scams
Recently, more companies have fallen victim to what is known as “business email compromise” (BEC) scams. The Federal Bureau of Investigation defines a business email compromise scam as a sophisticated email fraud scheme through which a fraudster contacts businesses and individuals to unlawfully obtain money. The common fact pattern is this: A fraudster hacks into an … [More]
LATEST ISSUE
Strategies for Businesses and Their Healthcare
“With more and more Arizonans looking to their employers to help them manage their health, employers feel the mounting pressure — because the landscape is changing,” observes Pam Kehaly, president and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. In fact, she reports nearly half our state’s population is covered by employer-sponsored health insurance — more than 3 million … [More]
Pam Kehaly, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Navigating the ever-shifting landscape of healthcare is an extra challenge for businesses as they try to provide valuable healthcare benefits to their employees. In a rapidly evolving healthcare environment, affordability has become a top concern for employers as they strive to balance rising costs with the needs of their workforce. With nearly half of Arizonans … [More]
LIVE AND LEARN
6 Downtown Phoenix Buildings to Celebrate during Historic Preservation Month
In a city that’s booming with new developments, the historic places and spaces that are dotted throughout our streets can elicit a sense of mystery, awe and curiosity about days gone by. Downtown Phoenix may be considered a young city, but it’s also home to a number of historic buildings that add character to our streets, and give a glimpse into what life … [More]
Mad Hatter the Musical Premiers This Weekend
Long before Alice, there was the notorious Mad Hatter. Discover the tumultuous tale of his haunting backstory and follow his path to Wonderland, where the secrets of his transformation await in this spellbinding new musical. Audiences at the Herberger Theater Center will be the first to experience this vivid new musical production of Mad Hatter The Musical, which … [More]
THE MOORS at Estrella Mountain Community College Performing Arts Center
Inspired by the letters of Charlotte Brontë, this dark comedy about love, desperation, and visibility features two sisters and a dog living out their lives on the bleak English moors, until the arrival of a hapless governess and a moor-hen set them on a strange and dangerous path. Contemporary Queer playwright Jen Silverman has brilliantly crafted characters who each … [More]
PHILANTHROPY
SRP Donates $275,000 to Support FSL’s Healthy Homes Program
Salt River Project (SRP) generously donated $275,000 to support FSL’s Healthy Homes Air Conditioning Program, which helps eliminate heat-related hazards in low-income homes. The … [More]
Foundation Awards $2.3 Million in Grants to 116 Nonprofits
The Rosendin Foundation announces its largest grant distribution, awarding $2.3 million to 116 nonprofits. The record-breaking amount is nearly quadruple last year's distribution … [More]
More Than $250,000 Granted into Community for LGBTQ Philanthropy
The Arizona Community Foundation’s Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Philanthropy has announced that it has granted $258,110 to nonprofit organizations serving LGBTQ people … [More]
POSITIONS
Avnet Names New Chief Digital Officer to Drive Distributor’s Digital Strategy
Avnet has hired Dave Youngblood as Chief Digital Officer, effective October 21, 2024. In this newly created role, Mr. Youngblood will lead and further enable Avnet’s … [More]
Leadership Institute Promotes Two Key Leaders
The First Place Global Leadership Institute (First Place Global) has promoted two key leaders. Toyosi Adesoye, JD, MPA, has been named Associate Director of the Colonel Harland … [More]
West Valley Development Teravalis Names Investment Industry Veteran COO for Phoenix Region
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. announced that Kate Kaminski has joined the company’s team at Teravalis™ as Chief Operating Officer for the Phoenix Region, under the leadership of … [More]
ACHIEVEMENTS
Mayor Gallego to Honor Autism Advocate Denise Resnik with Global Citizen Award
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego will honor autism advocate and business executive Denise Resnik with the Global Citizen Award during The Mayor's International event hosted by Phoenix … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Named among Top Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
For the 14th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Phoenix Children’s among the nation’s “Best Children’s Hospitals.” The health system was once again named the … [More]
Nonprofit Announces Inaugural 50 Over 50 Honorees, Celebrates 50th Year
FSL (Foundation for Senior Living) announced the inaugural 50 Over 50 winners. Honorees will be recognized for their service and dedication to helping Arizonans age with confidence … [More]