HOT TOPICS

Credit Union Awards $750K to Arizona Nonprofits
OneAZ Credit Union brought together more than 150 business and community leaders in Phoenix for its annual “Aspirations” event in partnership with Novle, where the OneAZ Community Foundation also awarded $750,000 to five Arizona nonprofits focused on economic opportunity, education, and community development. The event featured a panel discussion with OneAZ … [More]

Growing Coffee Chain Continues Valley Expansion with Two New Shops
Black Rock Coffee Bar, the Oregon-born boutique coffee company known for its specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, and popular Fuel® energy drinks, is expanding its footprint in the Valley with two new locations opening this week. The first store, located at 1050 Country Club Dr, will officially open in Mesa on Friday, March 27. A Buckeye location at 4595 S Miller Rd … [More]

New Residential Community Slated for Coolidge
Century Communities, Inc., a national homebuilder, industry leader in online home sales, and featured on America's Most Trustworthy Companies and World's Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek, announced that Sundance, a new Coolidge, AZ community, is coming soon from the Company's Century Complete brand, bringing modern new homes to a prime Pinal County location with … [More]

Chandler-Based HR Tech Firm Secures $450M to Accelerate Growth
Vensure Employer Solutions, a global leader in HR technology and workforce solutions, announced that Stone Point Capital Markets, a division of Stone Point Capital LLC, a private equity firm based in Greenwich, Connecticut, led a senior secured financing of $450 million to support Vensure Employer Solutions. The financing was comprised of an additional $450 million … [More]

ACA Grant Funds $250K Study on AI, Wearables in Pregnancy Care
Emagine Solutions Technology announced that the Arizona Commerce Authority has awarded the maternal health innovator a coveted $250,000 grant. The funds will allow Emagine and its partners at The Preeclampsia Foundation to conduct vital research into the impact of technology and wearable devices on pregnancy health, improving outcomes both locally and … [More]

Upscale Sushi Concept to Open at Tempe–Scottsdale Border
Three Thirty Three, the massive Asian-inspired fine-dining restaurant that resides on the border of Tempe and Scottsdale, has announced the opening of its newest dining concept, IX Sushi. The restaurant will open on Tuesday, March 31. While IX Sushi and Three Thirty Three are together under one roof, they are entirely independent restaurants, offering distinct … [More]
TOP STORIES

$7B Halo Vista Project Breaks Ground Near TSMC
Mack Real Estate Group and McCourt Partners hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking to mark the start of construction at Halo Vista, a landmark 2,300-acre master-planned development in North Phoenix. Situated immediately adjacent to the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) campus, Halo Vista is designed to be a premier global hub for science, innovation, and … [More]

Honeywell Aerospace Inks $500M Agreement with U.S. Department of War
Honeywell Aerospace announced it has signed a groundbreaking supplier framework agreement with the U.S. Department of War (DoW) to rapidly increase the production of critical defense technologies. This agreement includes a $500 million multi-year investment to upgrade the company's production capacity. Honeywell Aerospace is among the first Tier 1 suppliers to sign … [More]

Phoenix Commits $50M to ASU Health, Expanding Bioscience Core
Mayor Kate Gallego and the City Council approved a $50 million investment into ASU Health, which will house ASU’s John Shufelt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering on the Phoenix Bioscience Core in downtown. The Council’s vote—a unanimous one—pledges an additional $38 million from the City’s Sports Facility, Biosciences, and Tourism Fund, in addition to the … [More]

EPA Ruling Shields Arizona Businesses from Stricter Ozone Rules
The Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry celebrated a major victory for the state’s business community after the EPA approved Arizona’s Clean Air Act Section 179B ozone demonstration. The ruling confirms that the Phoenix-Mesa region would have met federal air quality standards but for pollution drifting in from international sources and wildfires, factors … [More]
FEATURED STORIES

Housing Market Moves Toward Equilibrium as Inventory Rises
Cotality, a global property information, analytics, and data-enabled solutions provider, released its latest list on the 10 things to know about the property market for March 2026. The U.S. housing market is finding its equilibrium. Home price growth has stabilized. Unsold inventory is growing. Rental price growth is decelerating. However, there are still distinct … [More]

Cultural Intelligence Moves from Soft Skill to Business Imperative
Global searches for "what is cultural intelligence" have increased by almost 100% over the past year, as employers and employees recognize the growing importance of this skill in the workplace. With this in mind, Chris Crosby, CEO at cultural intelligence training provider Country Navigator, has identified the key cultural intelligence (CQ) trends shaping 2026. The … [More]

Enterprise AI Faces Accountability Gap as ROI Remains Elusive
Enterprise AI has reached an inflection point. Global spending is accelerating past #300 billion dollars. Generative models dominate headlines. Every board deck now features artificial intelligence as a strategic pillar. Yet the uncomfortable truth remains. Most companies still cannot trace AI investment to durable earnings impact. McKinsey finds that while nearly … [More]
LATEST ISSUE

The Partnership of Hospitality and Healthcare
While 84% of U.S. consumers say wellness is a “top” or “important” priority, per a recent 2026 poll by McKinsey, commercial real estate is activity responding to this growing need. In hospitality especially, hotels and resorts are focusing on how to expand their amenity packages to create experiences that enhance a traveler’s overall well-being. Leveraging emerging … [More]

Guest Editor: Steve Zabilski, Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
Grants, Growth and Future Grants represent more than funding for recipients — they are investments that empower communities to adapt and become stronger. Philanthropy at its finest can result in ripple effects far beyond its original intention. Phoenix is home to a robust network of private foundations as well as nonprofit arms of for-profit businesses. Each tends … [More]
LIVE AND LEARN

The Joy Exchange: Finding Life’s Greatest Lessons in Those You Least Expect
In The Joy Exchange, groundbreaking nonprofit leader Laura Whitaker offers readers an inspiring and entertaining invitation to discover for themselves the revolutionary rewards of entering into the lives of those with diverse abilities and experiences. Whitaker illuminates the path to experiencing profound joy by embracing our differences and finding a refreshing … [More]

Red, White & Brew Reintroduces Itself to Mesa
Red, White & Brew has long been a reliable lunch and dinner destination in East Mesa, and its newly remodeled dining room and updated menu gives business leaders new reasons to visit. The restaurant recently completed its first major renovation since opening in 2002, unveiling a brighter, more contemporary interior while preserving the open kitchen that has always … [More]

Modern Protection: Security without the Complexity
As homes increasingly function as workspaces and family hubs, a straightforward security system has become a practical asset rather than a luxury. For many households and small offices, the priority isn’t a sprawling installation; it’s dependable protection that’s easy to deploy and expand. SimpliSafe’s Starter System is built around that simplicity. The wireless kit … [More]
PHILANTHROPY

Valley Nonprofit Celebrates 100 Years with Focus on Future Impact
Valley of the Sun United Way is celebrating a significant milestone — its 100th anniversary — with a two-year commemoration honoring a century of service, impact and community … [More]

Health Insurance Co. Invests $2 Million in Arizona Community Organizations
Wellpoint has committed more than $2 million in community-based organizations across Arizona to strengthen long-term services and supports, expand access to home- and … [More]

Valley Gala Generates $11.4M for Life-Saving Brain Research
The Women’s Board of Barrow Neurological Foundation announced that its 61st Barrow Grand Ball, held on January 24, 2026, raised $11.4 million for Barrow Neurological Institute. … [More]
POSITIONS

AI Wealth Platform Names President, Chief Revenue Officer
Amplify Technology, LLC, the AI-native RIA growth platform built on data lake architecture, announced the appointment of Jason Rowley (left) to President and Kimberly Hill (right) … [More]

Banner Names CEO to Oversee Thunderbird Medical Center, among Other Facilities
Banner Health has named longtime health system leader Dale Johns, FACHE, as chief executive officer of Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, Banner Behavioral Health … [More]

Franchise Development Firm Names Marketing Chief
Fransmart, a leader in franchise development, has announced the appointment of Sara Schmillen as Chief Marketing Officer. Schmillen brings more than two decades of marketing … [More]
ACHIEVEMENTS

SkySong Marks Two Decades as Tech, Innovation Anchor in Scottsdale
SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center is celebrating its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of growth from a bold concept into one of Arizona’s most influential hubs for … [More]

Boutique Real Estate Brokerage Opens 8,000-SF Biltmore Headquarters
Cambridge Properties, a boutique real estate brokerage known for its relationship-driven approach to luxury and urban living, has announced the opening of its new Phoenix … [More]

Arizona State University Breaks Ground on McCain Library
On a sunny Thursday afternoon along Tempe Town Lake, with Papago Park rising in the distance and Arizona State University just across the water, the setting felt intentional. … [More]















