HOT TOPICS
Developer Set to Construct New Retail Center in South Tempe
Thompson Thrift, a full-service nationally recognized real estate company and one of the nation's leading commercial real estate developers, announced that it has purchased approximately 3.68 acres of land for the development of South Tempe Square, a 27,119-square-foot retail center in Tempe. Construction is expected in the first quarter of 2025 and opening is planned … [More]
Chapman Ford’s New Pro Elite Commercial Sales and Service Center Open in Scottsdale
The new Chapman Ford Pro Elite Commercial Sales and Service Center in Scottsdale is completed. The new 11.5-acre facility is located at the Scottsdale Auto Show on the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. Agate Construction, a leading construction company specializing in innovative projects across various commercial and industrial construction industries … [More]
Acclaimed National Taco Restaurant Opening in Old Town Scottsdale
Velvet Taco, the acclaimed national restaurant brand known for its globally inspired tacos, late night hours, irresistible sides, Boozy Libations, and red velvet cake, is coming to Old Town Scottsdale. Opening on November 4th inside the space that once housed Second Story Restaurant & Liquor Bar, this two-story flagship will be Velvet Taco’s first in … [More]
Trust Company Expands Trust Administration Platform to Arizona
Pendleton Square Trust Company, Inc., an independent trust company providing non-investment trust and estate services to advisors and high-net worth families, today announced the opening of its newest office in Scottsdale. Three recently hired Arizona team members will serve the Southwest market, expanding upon Pendleton Square’s existing presence in the … [More]
West Valley Mega Resort Will Be Home to Acclaimed Hospitality Group’s First Restaurant in Arizona
VAI Resort, Arizona's largest hotel premier entertainment destination set to phase open, proudly announces its partnership with the renowned José Andrés Group. This partnership will introduce Bar Mar, the first José Andrés Group restaurant in Arizona, marking a significant milestone for both VAI Resort and the culinary scene in Glendale. At Bar … [More]
Carvana Report Highlights How Customers Search for EVs
Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, today released its EV Trends Report for Q3 2024. The report focuses on consumer search behavior, showcasing the increasing interest in electric vehicles (EVs) and evolving preferences among shoppers. Key findings from the report include: The EV share of make-model searches on … [More]
TOP STORIES
Region Receives $146M in Federal Grants for Grand Avenue Reconstruction Project
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a $146 million combined federal grant funding award to the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) for the US 60 (Grand Avenue)/35th Avenue/Indian School Road Grade Separation Project. The project will help address the complex issues surrounding the six-legged highway/arterial intersection that also includes two … [More]
Nucleus RadioPharma Announces New Manufacturing Site in Mesa
Nucleus RadioPharma, the world’s first fully integrated development, manufacturing, and supply chain organization for radiopharmaceuticals, announced that it has signed a lease and committed to build a new manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona. Once operational in mid-2026, the 53,000-square-foot facility will create 50 new skilled jobs. The theranostic market … [More]
Zero-Emissions Transportation Co. Releases Inaugural Sustainability Impact Report
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, released their first-ever sustainability impact report today. Nikola's 2023 Sustainability Impact Report covers environmental and social impacts, reporting, and progress towards Nikola's sustainability … [More]
2025 WM Phoenix Open Looks to Get Better, Not Bigger
Construction for “The People’s Open” is now underway, and The Thunderbirds, hosts of the WM Phoenix Open, have announced several changes and improvements for the upcoming event designed to elevate the overall fan experience. Changes this year include adding another tournament entrance, an all-digital general admission ticketing platform, improved spectator walking … [More]
FEATURED STORIES
Arizona Tops List Where Homeownership Has Increased the Most since 2020
A new study from the money experts at Moneywise shows that Arizona has had the highest increase in homeownership since 2020. Arizona has seen the most significant increase in homeownership since 2020 The research analysed government census data from 2020 to 2024 to see which states have had the most significant increase in homeownership. The percentage increase is … [More]
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]
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
Trust Company Expands Trust Administration Platform to Arizona
Pendleton Square Trust Company, Inc., an independent trust company providing non-investment trust and estate services to advisors and high-net worth families, today announced the … [More]
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]
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]