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Exhibition Uses Hands-On STEM to Spark Arizona’s Future Semiconductor Workforce

Semiconductor chips power everything, from Nintendo Switch games and TikTok videos to Mars rovers and virtual reality headsets, yet few understand how they work. That’s why ASM, a leading semiconductor equipment and process technology company, launched its "From Sand to Stars: A Semiconductor Adventure" exhibition at Arizona Science Center, which transforms the … [More]

Credit Union Expands Midtown Presence amid Rapid Population Growth

Mountain America Credit Union is strengthening its commitment to Arizona with the opening of a significantly expanded branch at 302 E. McDowell Road in Phoenix. The new facility, more than double the size of the credit union’s other Arizona locations, has been designed to support the rapid economic and population growth occurring throughout the Valley while serving as … [More]

Mesa-Based Tech Firm Regains Nasdaq Compliance Following Equity Rebound

Iveda®, a global provider of AI video analytics and smart infrastructure technologies, announced that the Company has received formal notification from Nasdaq confirming that it has regained full compliance with the minimum $2.5 million stockholders’ equity requirement as of November 25, 2025. This milestone achievement reinforces the Company’s commitment to … [More]

New Villas to Add Capacity and Specialized Care in Chandler as Senior Living Demand Rises

Park Senior Villas - Chandler, the newest senior living community among Park Senior Villas’ Arizona locations, is expanding its campus five years after its 2020 opening. Following significant occupancy growth, the community is breaking ground on an expansion that will add three new buildings to its campus, reflecting the strong demand for personalized senior care. … [More]

Fintech Firm Adds Cash-Automation Capabilities with Strategic Acquisition

Kinective, the leading banking operations platform provider that simplifies the technology financial institutions need to compete, thrive and better serve their communities, today announced its acquisition of Compuflex Corporation, a provider of transformative cash automation solutions with more than 40 years of specialized expertise serving financial, retail and … [More]

Legacy Contractor Turns 65 and Doubles Down on Workforce and Tech

As Arizona’s construction season hits its stride, Hunter Contracting Co. is marking its 65th anniversary with a slate of high-impact projects that highlight its enduring role in shaping the state’s growth. The Gilbert-based contractor continues to expand its presence across Arizona, combining innovation, sustainability, and community partnership in every project it … [More]

Arizona Appoints Experienced Health Administrator to Lead State Agency

Governor Katie Hobbs announced the appointment of Debbie Johnston to lead the Arizona Department of Health Services. For the past 21 years, she has worked for the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association, focusing on policy development and regulatory affairs. During her tenure at AzHHA, Debbie served on various public health boards and committees at the Arizona … [More]

Mesa Air Group Completes Merger with Major Regional Airline

Republic Airways Holdings Inc. announced the successful completion of the merger between Republic Airways and Mesa Air Group, Inc. The transaction was announced on April 7, 2025 and approved by Mesa stockholders on November 17, 2025. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Republic stockholders now own approximately 88% of the combined company’s common stock and Mesa … [More]

Mesa Air Group to Merge with Major Regional Airline After Winning Shareholder Approval

Mesa Air Group, Inc. announced that shareholders approved all proposals presented at the Company’s special meeting of shareholders, including the proposal to adopt the agreement and plan of merger with Republic Airways Holdings Inc. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Mesa Air Group, Inc. is the holding company of Mesa Airlines, a regional air carrier providing … [More]

Historic $35M Gift Elevates ASU’s Supply Chain Program, Department Renamed

Arizona State University announced a historic $35 million gift from the National Association of State Procurement Officials to elevate the role of procurement and strengthen the Department of Supply Chain Management at the W. P. Carey School of Business, which will be renamed the NASPO Department of Supply Chain Management. The gift will support new initiatives, … [More]

Auto Retail Sees Power Shift as AI Puts More Control in Hands of Consumers

The narrative surrounding Artificial Intelligence in the auto retail industry is fundamentally shifting. As 2025 closes, aggregate data reveals that AI is not merely an operational efficiency tool for dealerships; it has become the car buyer’s most valuable co-pilot, dramatically benefiting consumers through transparency, speed, and personalized leverage. The impact … [More]

Office Space Psychology: How Design Affects Productivity

The design of an office space is more than just an aesthetic choice—it’s a powerful tool that can influence employee focus, creativity, and overall productivity. When a workspace is thoughtfully designed, it creates an environment that motivates and supports its workforce. This intersection of interior design and behavioral science is often referred to as “office … [More]

City of Phoenix Sets Framework for Housing Trust Fund to Target Affordability Gaps

The City of Phoenix solidified the framework for an innovative solution to accelerate the creation and preservation of affordable housing in Phoenix. The City Council approved a new policy that guides how the City’s Housing Trust Fund will be used now and in the future. There is a shortage of nearly 60,000 affordable and available rental units in Phoenix, with the … [More]

May 2025 Guest Editor: Martha dePlazaola Abbott, Gensler

Office Transformation As the office landscape has permanently changed, the perception of work has changed along with it. Today’s modern office is considered a “lifestyle,” an experience that supports a myriad of workspaces that not only inspire and attract incredible talent but compel them to stay. There is no question that, ultimately, we come to the office to … [More]

Building Arizona: Critical Strengths and Challenges in Our Housing Market

Metro Phoenix is the No. 3 housing market in the United States, according to Greg Vogel, founder and CEO of Land Advisors Organization, who cites data from the U.S. Census Bureau showing single-family and multifamily permits totaled 45,000 for the 12 months through September 2024. Says Laura Ortiz, president of Evergreen Devco, “Demand, from a national perspective, … [More]

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]

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