Governor Katie Hobbs announced Arizona’s first issuance of Groundwater Savings Credits, granted under the state’s landmark “Ag-to-Urban” Groundwater Conservation Program. The approval of these Groundwater Savings Credits provide enough water for 825 new homes to be built and will save over 437 million gallons per year compared to the land’s historic agricultural use - an 80% … [More]
New Data Shows Broad Population Gains Supporting Business Growth Statewide
Arizona continues to experience robust population growth, fueling gains in both the labor force and the broader economy. According to newly released estimates from the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity, Arizona added 97,044 residents between July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025, representing a growth rate of 1.2%. Arizona’s continued growth underscores its appeal as a … [More]
$300K Disbursed to Bolster Arts, Education, and Family Support across Phoenix
UMB Bank, a subsidiary of UMB Financial Corporation announced a total donation of $300,000 to support three nonprofit organizations serving the Phoenix community. This is part of UMB’s annual corporate charitable donations that support a range of nonprofit organizations across its national footprint. To date, UMB has donated $6.4 million in 2025. “We’re building something … [More]
Small Business Optimism Ticks Up as Hiring Plans Hit Year’s High
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 0.8 points in November to 99.0 and remained above its 52-year average of 98. Of the 10 Optimism Index components, six increased, three decreased, and one was unchanged. An increase in those expecting real sales to be higher contributed most to the rise in the Optimism Index. The Uncertainty Index rose 3 points from October to 91. An … [More]
Fleet-Safety Provider Adds AI Compliance Tools
PrePass, a leader in integrated weigh-station bypass, toll payment, safety, and compliance solutions, announced the acquisition of FleetDrive 360, a provider of FMCSA and DOT compliance technology for fleets. By integrating FleetDrive 360's AI-driven compliance platform, PrePass will deliver a unified compliance and safety ecosystem, replacing the spreadsheets, disconnected … [More]
Valley Education Partnership Boosts Talent Pipeline for High-Demand Nursing Roles
In a shared commitment to advancing nursing education and expanding opportunities for the next generation of healthcare leaders, Arizona College of Nursing and American College of Education announced a new academic partnership designed to support students, alumni, and employees in their pursuit of graduate-level nursing degrees. Through this collaboration, graduates of AZCN's … [More]
Developer Secures 27 Acres for $80M Logistics Park in High-Demand 101 Corridor
Provident Industrial, a division of Dallas-based Provident, has acquired 27 acres in Phoenix, Arizona, for the development of Aldea Exchange, a three-building Class A industrial park. Located at the Southwest corner of North 99th Avenue and W. Montebello Avenue, the site is positioned at the heart of the 101 Corridor within Phoenix's Southwest Valley submarket and offers … [More]
National Compliance and Screening Firm Names New President amid Expansion Push
Universal Background Screening, a leading provider of background screening and compliance solutions, announced the appointment of Val Poltorak as President. Poltorak brings an extensive background in SaaS, FinTech, and regulated industries, along with a distinguished record of driving growth, operational excellence, and customer-centric innovation across dynamic, … [More]
National Finance Platform Chooses Phoenix for Major Southwest Expansion
LiveFlow, the leading multi-entity finance platform, announced its official launch in Phoenix, Arizona, marking a major expansion into the Southwest and underscoring the company’s rapidly accelerating national growth. The launch includes a bold citywide billboard campaign and exclusive events designed for CFOs, Controllers, and Finance Executives across the region. LiveFlow … [More]
Mesa Lands Another Extended-Stay Development as Region’s Tech and Workforce Growth Accelerates
LivAway Suites, a modern extended-stay hotel brand, is expanding its Arizona presence, as a new LivAway Suites branded hotel has officially broken ground in Mesa, Arizona. This project marks the fifth LivAway Suites location in Arizona and one of many new LivAway Suites branded hotels underway across the country, reinforcing LivAway Suites' position as one of the nation's … [More]
140 Years After Its Territorial-Era Start, One of the West’s Largest Law Firms Looks Ahead
Fennemore, one of the fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms in the country, is celebrating 140 years of advancing what’s next in the legal profession. The firm is looking ahead—building new technologies, investing in its people, and creating solutions that help today’s businesses move forward. Founded in 1885 in the Arizona Territory with just two lawyers, the firm has grown to 375 … [More]
Ten Years On, Real Estate Firm Highlights Phoenix’s Population Surge and Industrial Upswing
Kidder Mathews, the largest fully independent commercial real estate firm in the Western U.S., is celebrating its 10-year anniversary in Phoenix. To mark the milestone, the firm hosted its Phoenix 10 Conference—bringing together nearly 150 clients, colleagues, and industry leaders to discuss construction, lending, and development trends shaping the region. Panel discussions … [More]
Arizona-based Fiber Provider Wins $195M to Expand Broadband across Eight Counties
Wecom Fiber, an Arizona-based provider of fiber-to-the-premise broadband, has been awarded $195 million by the State of Arizona to connect rural and underserved communities with high-speed broadband. Wecom will utilize the funding, together with private matching dollars, to connect over 66,000 Arizona homes and businesses across 17 project areas and eight counties. The … [More]
Holiday Giving Tradition Returns with 11th Year of “100 Cheers” Week
First Western Bank is ringing in the holiday season with the launch of its 11th annual 100 Cheers week beginning Monday, December 8, 2025. Each year, this tradition brings employees together to create joy and connection throughout the communities First Western proudly serves. What began in 2014 as a celebration of the bank’s 50-year anniversary has evolved into a signature … [More]
Community Collaboration Brings Joy to Children in Foster Care ahead of the Holidays
More than 150 Southwest Gas employees partnered with The Foster Alliance to bring comfort and joy to children in foster care during a large-scale holiday volunteer event at the company’s Phoenix office. As part of Southwest Gas’ BLUE- Building Lives Up Everywhere employee volunteer program, Southwest Gas employees along with their families assembled 100 new bicycles and made … [More]
New Arizona Non-Alcoholic Brew Expands into Sprouts Ahead of Dry January
Rhinestone, the new Arizona-born line of alcohol-free brews built for both drinkers and non-drinkers, announced its retail partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market, rolling out its Mexican Lime six-pack across 47 Arizona stores starting January 2, 2026. The placement marks Rhinestone's first major entrance into off-premise retail and a milestone for the fast-growing NA beer … [More]
Direct Flights to Taipei Open a New Global Gateway for the Valley
China Airlines began nonstop service between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan with a celebration and gathering of dignitaries marking the first nonstop service between Phoenix and Asia. City of Phoenix officials and China Airlines Chairman Kao Shing-Hwang welcomed this historic flight with remarks about the … [More]
PR Agency Reaches 35-Year Milestone, Honoring Legacy of National and Local Service
Gordon C. James Public Relations, a veteran and family-owned and operated agency based in Arizona, is celebrating 35 years of delivering trusted communications, strategic counsel, and award-winning public relations services to clients across the state and nation. Gordon James officially opened his agency on Dec. 1, 1990, after serving in the administration of President George … [More]
