Valley Metro Commute Solutions has launched a refresh of ShareTheRide.com, with the introduction of an enhanced platform that delivers faster, smarter tools for commuters while introducing new incentives for using alternative modes of transportation. For the first time, ShareTheRide.com will also offer Commute Perks: a comprehensive rewards program that transforms … [More]
Stable Power Supply Positions Arizona as a Prime Market for EVs and Industry Expansion
A new study has revealed the US states least likely to experience a power cut with Arizona placing joint fifth. The study by Texas Electricity Ratings researched power reliability across all U.S. states plus Washington D.C. The analysis examined three main factors which included blackout length (SAIDI), how often they occurred (SAIFI), and repair times (CAIDI). These were then … [More]
Boutique Hotel Arrival Brings Fresh High‑End Dining and Nightlife Concepts to Scottsdale
The newly opened hotel in the heart of the Hospitality District, The REMI. Scottsdale, Autograph Collection, refines the city’s culinary scene with four vibrant food and beverage destinations that blend immersive design, crave-worthy offerings, and scene-setting energy. Alliance Hospitality Group (the group behind Sexy Roman in Scottsdale and Baltaire in Los Angeles) has led … [More]
Technology‑Driven Recovery Hospital in Development Phase for West Valley
For the first time in the United States, a recovery hospital built exclusively for survivors of child and young adult trafficking is being developed with real-time digital safety woven into every layer of care. In an effort to address the growing national crisis of human trafficking, Cyber Dive, a technology company transforming how families and recovery professionals protect … [More]
July Job Openings Hit Lowest Levels since 2020
NFIB’s July jobs report found that 33% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in July, down three points from June and the lowest level since December 2020, though still well above the monthly historical average of 25%. In fact, 21% of small business owners cited labor quality as their single most important problem in July, up … [More]
Celebrating 20 Years, Valley Legal Team Elevates Commitment to Giving Back
Lerner & Rowe Injury Attorneys is currently celebrating its 20th year. Established in 2005, the law office of Lerner & Rowe was founded upon the principles of quality representation and a dedication to client service and satisfaction. In conjunction with these founding principles, its legal team’s wealth of knowledge and experience in all aspects of personal injury … [More]
Home Price Declines Signal Power Swing Toward Buyers
The median home-sale price fell in 14 of the 50 most populous U.S. metro areas this week, according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. Oakland, CA saw the biggest drop, with a 6.8% year-over-year decline, followed by two Florida metros and two Texas metros: West Palm Beach (-4.9%), Jacksonville (-3.1%), Austin (-2.9%) and Houston … [More]
Autonomous Trucking Moves Into Phoenix with New Shipping Terminal
Aurora Innovation, Inc., announced a significant expansion of its commercial operations, including surpassing 20,000 driverless miles at the end of June, recently growing its driverless fleet to three trucks, beginning driverless commercial operations at night, and opening its Phoenix terminal. “Efficiency, uptime, and reliability are important for our customers, and Aurora … [More]
Build‑to‑Rent Surge Spurs Developer Expansion Into Scottsdale
Sunstone Two Tree, a developer and operator of rental housing communities in high-growth markets across the United States, announced that it has opened an office in Phoenix, Arizona. Based in The Promenade office park in North Scottsdale, the new space will offer ongoing support to the company's growing operations in the state, which include a development pipeline of numerous … [More]
$33B Data Center Park Planned for Phoenix-Tucson Metropolitan Corridor
Arizona land developer Vermaland, LLC unveiled plans for a $33 billion data center industrial park that would become the largest such development in the United States, positioning the Phoenix-Tucson corridor to compete directly with Northern Virginia's "Data Center Alley" for tech industry investment. The 3,300-acre complex would support up to 3 gigawatts of power capacity, … [More]
College Partnership Brings Career‑Ready Manager Program to Power Arizona’s Service Sector
Mesa Community College and Northern Arizona University have launched a new transfer pathway allowing students in MCC’s Beauty and Wellness program to earn a bachelor’s degree in strategic leadership from NAU at a fraction of the traditional cost—without needing to relocate. This innovative option, called a 90/30 bachelor’s degree pathway, enables students to complete up to … [More]
ACA Opens 2025 Arizona Innovation Challenge Applications
The Arizona Commerce Authority announced it is accepting applications for the Fall 2025 Arizona Innovation Challenge, one of the nation’s largest business plan competitions. This year, the Arizona Innovation Challenge will feature a Fall 2025 cohort and Spring 2026 cohort, with investments for the most promising companies taking place in partnership with investors and venture … [More]
Ancestry.com Acquires Scottsdale-Based Media Preservation Co.
Ancestry, a leader in family history, today announced its acquisition of iMemories, a pioneer in media digitization and cloud-based content preservation. This is an important next step in enabling Ancestry to deliver on its mission to connect everyone to their past so they can discover, preserve and share their unique family stories. iMemories transforms analog … [More]
Phoenix Sky Harbor Celebrates 90 Years; Now Arizona’s Largest Economic Engine
America’s Friendliest Airport held the PAW-ty of the year to celebrate its 90th anniversary. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Phoenix City Councilwoman Kesha Hodge Washington, and city and aviation leaders gathered to commemorate the purchase of a rural airport 90 years ago. That rural airport, Sky Harbor, was nicknamed “the Farm” during that time because of its location. The city … [More]
Return‑to‑Work Drives Major Chandler Office Expansion
Toyota Financial Services, the finance brand for Toyota in the United States, is expanding its office presence in Chandler, Arizona, to support long-term operational needs. The company has leased an additional 40,000 square feet of office space at its current location, 1650 S. Price Road, and now occupies the entire 120,000-square-foot building. TFS first established a … [More]
Landmark Scottsdale Hotel Lands $23M Loan for Rebrand and Relaunch
Lionheart Strategic Management LLC, an affiliate of Fisher Brothers that manages capital on behalf of third-party investors, and Schroders Capital, the private assets division of Schroders, announced that it has provided a $23.5 million mezzanine loan to Namastay Development and Hospitality Capital Partners for the renovation and recapitalization of The Monarch, a 194-key hotel … [More]
The Death of Work-Life Balance: How to Protect Your Peace and Prioritize What Matters
Work-life balance is tough, and for most of us, it’s starting to feel like a thing of the past. Companies are demanding long hours and more hustle. Remote workers are being called back to the office and the ones still at home are stuck in “always on” mode. With layoffs happening left and right, everyone feels the pressure to constantly prove their worth. No surprise we’re all … [More]
Affordable Homes Outpace Market, Posting 4% Growth in June Sales
Sales of starter homes rose 3.9% year over year in June to the highest level in two years, a bright spot in an otherwise sluggish housing market where sales fell across other price tiers. That’s according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. June was the 10th consecutive month in which home sales rose year over year, indicating that … [More]
