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NASA, SBA Partner to Steer Capital to Space Innovation

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) establishing a strategic partnership to strengthen America’s commercial supply chain by expanding private investment in innovative small businesses. “To meet President Trump’s objective of securing American leadership on … [More]

Chandler Defense Manufacturer Expands Production to Ohio

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company announced the expansion of its production capabilities to a manufacturing site in Solon, Ohio. The new facility is part of the company’s planned expansion to meet growing demand for precision energetics and safety systems in the Defense and Space industries. The Solon facility will create 75 new positions and become … [More]

Valley-Based HR Technology Firm Launches New Benefits Advisory Service

PrismHR, a Vensure Employer Solutions company and the leading HR technology software innovator for service providers across the U.S., announced the launch of PrismHR Insurance Advisory & Benefits Services, a new offering designed to help human resources outsourcing providers (HROs) and service providers deliver smarter, more strategic benefits programs through a … [More]

Healthcare Co. Names New CEO for Arizona Orthopedic Network

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo), a global provider of musculoskeletal value-based care and practice management, announced the appointment of Ashley Vertuno as Chief Executive Officer of its Arizona Market, effective July 1, 2026. In her new role, Vertuno will oversee The CORE Institute and The CORE Institute Specialty Hospital (CISH) – both in … [More]

SRP, NAU Partner to Pilot New Wildfire Monitoring Technology

Salt River Project and Northern Arizona University are installing new wireless moisture sensors designed by a company called Growvera to improve how wildfire risk is monitored in the Tonto National Forest. This is the first utility installation of this technology in the country. Fuel moisture is one of the most important indicators of wildfire danger, but today it … [More]

MAG Names New Regional Chair, Other Board Officers

Buckeye Mayor Eric Orsborn was elected as chair of the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Regional Council today during the agency’s annual meeting. As the agency’s new chair, Orsborn said his top priority is to ensure strong regional coordination and responsible stewardship of the voter-approved Proposition 479 funding. Mayor Orsborn previously served as … [More]

Valley Chip Giant Makes $7B Bet on Next-Gen Computing

onsemi and Synaptics Incorporated announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which onsemi has agreed to acquire Synaptics in an all-stock transaction, representing a total enterprise value of approximately $7 billion. The transaction value reflects a fixed exchange ratio of 1.350 shares of onsemi common stock for each Synaptics share and represents … [More]

Major Arizona Copper Deal Creates North American Mining Giant

Hudbay Minerals Inc. announced the closing of its previously announced acquisition of Arizona Sonoran Copper Company Inc. (“Arizona Sonoran”) by way of a court-approved plan of arrangement, pursuant to which Hudbay has acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Arizona Sonoran, not already owned by Hudbay. Arizona Sonoran is now a wholly-owned … [More]

Arizona Healthcare Giant Announces CEO Transition

HonorHealth announced that Chief Executive Officer Todd LaPorte (left) will transition from his role in March 2027 following more than a decade of transformative leadership. The HonorHealth Board of Directors has named John Neil, MD, MMM (right), current Executive Vice President, Chief Physician Executive and Chief Strategy Officer, as his successor. As part of a … [More]

TSMC, Amkor Strike 10-Year Arizona Packaging Deal

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company and Amkor Technology, Inc. announced a 10-year agreement to foster a strong partnership that will enhance advanced semiconductor packaging capabilities in Arizona, strengthening and accelerating investment in the U.S. semiconductor supply chain ecosystem. The agreement establishes a collaboration framework for TSMC to … [More]

Three Questions Every Business Owner Should Ask Before Selling

With tariffs, oil price volatility and ongoing geopolitical tensions dominating the news cycle, many business owners are asking the same question: Is now a good time to sell? According to Mark Herbick, founder and CEO of middle-market advisory firm Pursant LLC, the answer depends far less on headlines than most owners assume. “A lot of people think that because of … [More]

Arizona Businesses More Bullish Than National Peers

Nearly 70% of Arizona businesses say they are prioritizing making investments over cutting costs, according to new data released today by Columbia Bank. At the same time, half of Arizona business leaders say they plan to monitor current pressures from tariffs, inflation and rising energy costs for at least six months before making major decisions. The findings are … [More]

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‘Job Scrolling’ Emerges as New Workplace Warning Sign

A new workplace behavior is emerging during the workday, one that experts at Careerminds are calling "job-scrolling." The trend comes at a time when 61% of U.S. employees are considering leaving their current job and another 43% say they plan to search for a new position this year. Careerminds analyzed Reddit threads and hundreds of comments where employees openly … [More]

Data Centers in the Desert: W(h)ater You Worried About?

As data center development expands across the Phoenix region, questions about water use have moved quickly from engineering discussions to the center of public conversation. For an industry built on reliability and efficiency, the challenge is clear: How can digital infrastructure scale responsibly in one of the most water-conscious regions in the United States? Few … [More]

Artificial Intelligence Is Powerful – But It Cannot Replace a Lawyer’s Judgment

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the practice of law. From drafting contracts to analyzing discovery, AI tools can complete in minutes what once took hours. For businesses under pressure to move quickly and control costs, the appeal is obvious. But as powerful as these tools are, they cannot replace one essential component of legal representation: … [More]

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Passport to Latin American Cuisine at The Mission Gilbert

Nestled in Epicenter at Agritopia, Chef Matt Carter’s acclaimed Latin-inspired restaurant transforms the midday meal into an experience rooted in bold flavor, warm hospitality and connection. What many don’t realize is that The Mission’s celebrated dinner energy carries seamlessly into lunch service, where guests can enjoy the restaurant’s signature sophistication … [More]

Heat-Blocking Technology for Arizona Vehicles and Buildings

As Arizona heads into another summer of triple-digit temperatures, protecting vehicles and homes and workplaces from extreme heat has become less about luxury and more about practicality. That’s according to Rogue Films, a Scottsdale-based company specializing in automotive protection and residential and commercial window tinting. Founder Matthew Stecker says many … [More]

2026 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo

The Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo takes the Taycan formula and makes it more usable without stripping out what gives the car its appeal in the first place. It still has the immediate response and planted feel expected from a Porsche product, but the Cross Turismo body changes the assignment. More rear cargo room, added ride height, and standard all-wheel drive make … [More]