HOT TOPICS

Program Targets Food Insecurity among Expectant Mothers in Arizona
Molina Healthcare of Arizona is launching its Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies program, designed to support the nutritional needs of expectant mothers. This first-of-its-kind initiative provides eligible Molina members in Arizona with Instacart subscriptions and monthly food stipends to ensure access to fresh, healthy foods throughout pregnancy. The new program … [More]

Retail Development Planned at Key San Tan Valley Intersection
Diversified Partners, one of Arizona’s leading real estate brokerage and development firms, has announced a new retail development opportunity at the southeast corner of Bella Vista Road and Gantzel Road in San Tan Valley, Arizona, one of the region’s fastest-growing residential corridors. The planned ±3.84-acre retail development will include multiple retail … [More]

Buckeye Commons Nears Full Lease-Up as Tenant Roster Expands
Sunbelt Investment Holdings, Inc., a developer and owner of shopping centers throughout Arizona and Southern California, celebrated a dozen openings and several new lease agreements at Buckeye Commons, its highly anticipated, Costco-anchored retail center in Buckeye, Arizona. Located at the southeast corner of the intersection of I-10 and Verrado Way, a rapidly … [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 Hospital in Scottsdale and Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center facilities in Gilbert and Sun City. For more than 40 years, Banner Thunderbird has been the cornerstone of health care in the … [More]

Diamondbacks Invest in Major AV Upgrades ahead of 2026 Season
Daktronics of Brookings, South Dakota, has partnered with the Arizona Diamondbacks to design, manufacture and install the largest LED video display in Arizona and three ribbon boards at Chase Field in Phoenix ahead of the 2026 baseball season. The video display in center field will total nearly 9,600 square feet of digital canvas, a 52% increase over the previous … [More]

Healthcare Operating System Expands Capabilities through Acquisition
Hopper OS, the configurable intelligent healthcare operating system powering better performance, experiences and outcomes across the care continuum, announced its acquisition of Efferent, a healthcare informatics company recognized for its cloud-based PACs, advanced interoperability engine, enterprise-grade imaging infrastructure, and real-time clinical collaboration … [More]
TOP STORIES

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]

Upstart Golf League Names President to Scale Media and Fan Experience
Grass League announced the appointment of Michael Prindiville as President. In this role, Prindiville will oversee all business operations and competitive matters as the fast-growing par-3 golf league enters its next phase of expansion. "Grass League is already an incredible spectator experience. I saw that firsthand at the Championships last December," said … [More]
FEATURED STORIES

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]

Middle Market Outlook: Strategy, Investment and Talent
As we enter 2026, U.S. middle market companies are doing more than turning the page on last year—they are repositioning for growth. According to the National Center for the Middle Market’s Q4 2025 Middle Market Indicator, the sector closed the year with renewed momentum, posting year-over-year revenue growth of 11.7% and seeing 85% of companies report higher revenues … [More]

Employees Expected to Innovate, Yet Fear Mistakes Could Cost Them Jobs
Innovation is no longer optional in today’s workplace. According to a new study conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of INTOO, nearly three out of four full/part-time employed Americans (74%) say they are expected to bring new ideas to improve things at work, like processes, strategies, or results. The good news: employees are rising to the challenge. More than … [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

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]

National Mortgage Lender Names Chief Production Officer
On Q Home Loans, a national mortgage lender powered by Rate, announced that Lance Stifflemire has joined the company as Chief Production Officer, where he will lead production … [More]
ACHIEVEMENTS

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]

Valley Luxury Builder Marks 40 Years of High-End Home Design
Design trends and home prices have seen dramatic shifts over the past four decades, but what’s remained constant in Arizona’s always-evolving real estate scene is Cullum Homes’ … [More]














