The life sciences sector is booming across Arizona, and Phoenix has ranked in the top ten for year-over-year growth in life sciences degrees and certificates in the market. This indicates that Arizona is not only a hub for life sciences R&D but also a region assisting in the life cycle of talent development for this booming sector. Caris Life Sciences, a leading, … [More]
We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort: Redefining Arizona’s Business and Entertainment Landscape
Nikki Garcia of the WWE Garcia Twins (right) with Dominique Newland of Fox 10 News at the award-winning restaurant Ember Set against the stunning McDowell Mountains, We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort is fast becoming one of Arizona’s go-to venues for high-impact events — from brand launches to celebrity-led experiences. Powered by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, the Four Diamond … [More]
Recording Wins at The Pad Studio
The Pad Studio is a recording and content studio in Mesa offering a creative space to help musicians, photographers, videographers, content creators, editors and producers with their creative projects and brands. Founded by Jason and Jeffrey Linford (aka “the Linford Twins”) The Pad Studio has gone through many iterations over the past 10 years. Most recently — after winning … [More]
Cristina Perez Hesano: Building Justice, Community and a New Model of Leadership in Law
Perez Law Group exemplifies the philosophy of lifting others as you climb.
When Cristina Perez Hesano founded Perez Law Group in 2010, she set out to do more than build a law firm; she set out to build a movement. In a field where Latinas make up only about 3% of all attorneys in the U.S., and progress has barely moved in 15 years, Hesano stands out as a trailblazer for representation, leadership and advocacy for the “little guy.” Her mission has … [More]
2026 Design Forecast: The Era of Human-Centered Adaptation
Photo of The Pomeroy Apartments in Mesa As we close out 2025 and head into the new year, we’re reflecting on the cultural ripple effects that have ushered in a new design era, one defined by adaptability, empathy and authenticity. Design success will be driven by how well spaces evolve with human behavior, while we focus on the mindset behind the trends, not just the trends … [More]
Retail Breaks Ground in Mesa’s Eastmark
Common Bond Development Group, the award-winning development team behind the world-renowned Global Ambassador Hotel, has officially broken ground on Eastmarket at Eastmark, a new, community-focused retail destination anchored by Sprouts Farmers Market in the heart of Mesa’s award-winning master-planned community, Eastmark. Construction begins this month, with completion … [More]
Entertainment & Retail Destination Coming to Laveen
Diversified Partners, one of Arizona’s leading real estate brokerage and development firms, has announced plans for Williams Station, a new entertainment-anchored development coming to the northeast corner of Loop 202 and Dobbins Road in Laveen. The $50 million project will feature a mix of retail, dining and entertainment uses in a walkable, desert-inspired setting that … [More]
Innovative Phoenix Project Mixes Residential & Retail
Developed by Intersection Development, in conjunction with Räkkhaus Studio, the newly completed Rainbow Road project located at 1030 N. 1st Ave. in Phoenix thrives as a lively community hub in addition to offering 36 luxury apartments, igniting creativity and interaction through its bustling art galleries and commercial venues filled with artists, business owners, and … [More]
Future-Proofing Retail
As consumer behaviors evolve and e-commerce continues to shape the retail landscape, commercial real estate owners are being challenged to rethink what makes a shopping center successful. The traditional model, anchored by retail giants and focused on transactions, no longer meets the needs of modern communities. To stay relevant, owners must design spaces that function as … [More]
How Tesoro VC and Startups Will Power Arizona’s $1 Trillion Tech Transformation
At the center of America’s AI and semiconductor comeback, Tesoro VC is building the startup engine fueling Arizona’s rise as a global innovation powerhouse
Arizona is at the center of a once-in-a-generation transformation. Nearly $1 trillion in combined AI and semiconductor investment is reshaping the state’s economy — anchored by TSMC’s massive fabrication cluster and joined by Intel, Amkor, Apple, NVIDIA, Microsoft, OpenAI, Applied Materials and others building the infrastructure and technologies that define the next decade of … [More]
ASU’s Work on Brain-Inspired Chips
Arizona’s semiconductor story is often told through major fabs, but some of the most forward-looking work is happening inside university labs. At Arizona State University, researchers in the Semiconductor Device Research Laboratory are studying how to build memory devices that act more like the human brain and how to fabricate them in space. This isn’t new territory for … [More]
Jason J. Coochwytewa
Chief Executive Officer Urias Communications
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? What stands out most about my leadership style is that I lead from within the community. I believe leadership is about representation, advocacy and engagement — being present in spaces where voices need to be amplified. As president of the … [More]
John Fees
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer GradGuard – College Life Protected
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? Do the right thing. It is simple but guides any of my leadership functions and all our success at GradGuard. We do the right thing for each of our stakeholders, including the schools and students we serve, for our team members who help keep … [More]
Wendy Cohen
President and Chief Executive Officer Kitchell Corporation
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? For me, leadership starts with vulnerability. It’s about understanding that you don’t have all the answers and being confident enough to surround yourself with people who are smarter than you in their areas of expertise. I’ve learned that … [More]
Philip Kim
Managing Director and Co-Founder Signature Wealth Concepts
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? Leadership is a privilege, but I think it is also a calling. I take this very seriously because I know that an effective leader can have a profound impact on so many lives. I love the adage, “The speed of the leader determines the rate of the … [More]
James Goodnow
Chief Executive Officer Fennemore
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? At Fennemore, leadership is a team sport. The firm’s structure is built around collaboration, and I’ve always believed the best results come when smart, driven teams work toward a shared goal. A great example of this philosophy is our C-Suite … [More]
Christine Mackay
President and Chief Executive Officer Greater Phoenix Economic Council
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I work to lead with direction, perseverance and partnership. You build strong organizations when the team has a clear focus and the room to run. I set high expectations, but I lead by example and work alongside the team. I will never ask … [More]
Sheryl Palmer
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Taylor Morrison
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? For me, it always comes down to people first and building strong relationships with others. While I bring my own personal experiences and knowledge to the table as a leader, it’s even more important to surround myself with team members from a … [More]
