GEODIS, a global logistics provider, announced plans to hire approximately 755 seasonal workers the Phoenix, Arizona, area to support the anticipated surge in demand during peak season. This hiring initiative will significantly enhance the company’s operational capacities in its warehouses and distribution centers in preparation for the holiday season, with seasonal employees … [More]
Major Acquisition Grows PNC’s Arizona Footprint to 70+ Branches
The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. announced a definitive agreement to acquire FirstBank Holding Company, including its banking subsidiary FirstBank, headquartered in Lakewood, CO. FirstBank, with $26.8 billion in assets as of June 30, 2025, provides commercial and retail banking services across Colorado and Arizona. FirstBank operates 95 branches, with a leading … [More]
Health-Focused Grocer Nearly Triples in Size with Relocation, Expanding Offerings
Good Living Greens, Fountain Hills’ own healthy grocery that features clean, local products, announced its public grand reopening will be on Monday, Oct. 6 after a relocation and expansion. The move nearly triples the store’s footprint from 1,300 to almost 3,000 square feet and marks a new chapter in its mission to nourish the community and support Arizona’s local food … [More]
University Leaders Press Valley CEOs for Talent, R&D, Partnerships
Arizona's public university presidents delivered a unified message about the transformative power of higher education during the Greater Phoenix Chamber's Valley Voices event at the Orange Tree Golf Resort. The chamber’s annual gathering on the state of higher education brought together business leaders, educators and policymakers to discuss the critical role of a college … [More]
NFIB Report: Labor Quality Remains Top Issue as Openings Moderate
NFIB’s August jobs report found that 32% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in August, down 1 point from July. The last time unfilled job openings fell below 32% was in July 2020. Twenty-eight percent have openings for skilled workers, down 1 point, and 13% have openings for unskilled labor (up 1 point). “While the economy … [More]
‘Modern Mexican’ Restaurant Concept Continues Growth, Adds Third Valley Location
Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill, a Scottsdale-based restaurant that recently expanded to Cave Creek, is set to open its third location in Arcadia between 44th St. and Camelback Road on Friday, Sept. 5. at 11 a.m. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to finally announce the expansion of our restaurant to the Arcadia area,” said Salt + Lime Modern Mexican Grill Owner Sandra Van … [More]
Scottsdale Wealth Management Firm Expands to Goodyear
Wilde Wealth Management Group, a locally owned financial services firm that provides comprehensive retirement, investment, real estate, insurance, legal and tax planning services all under one roof, announced the opening of its Goodyear office, located at 1626 N. Litchfield Road, Ste. 280. Leading the new 3,010-square-foot office as managing partner is Brian Hershey. Phelps … [More]
Valley Holdings Corp. Announces Leadership Transition
WillScot Holdings Corporation announced that the Company’s Board of Directors has unanimously elected Tim Boswell to succeed Brad Soultz as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026, and Mr. Boswell will also join the Board at that time. The Company also announced that effective immediately, Worthing Jackman, current non-Executive Chairman of the Board, will now … [More]
Three Arizona Businesses Win USDA Funding to Scale Production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Southwest Regional Food Business Center announced that three Arizona projects were selected for funding for the first round of the Business Builder Award Program, created to build the capacity of small and mid-sized farms and food businesses. Between 2025-2027, the SWRFBC has committed to distributing $4.1 million in awards across … [More]
Uber’s $300M Lucid Investment Confirms Phoenix-Built Robotaxis
Lucid Group, Inc., maker of advanced electric vehicles, announced the closing of a $300 million investment in the company by Uber Technologies, Inc. The strategic investment was made as part of the next-generation premium global robotaxi program announced in July. The robotaxi, which will utilize Lucid's electric vehicle technology platform, is planned to be built at … [More]
Crowd-Investing Fund Acquires $10.7M Central Phoenix Apartment Complex
Neighborhood Ventures, a real estate operator and an online real estate investment company that enables both accredited and non-accredited investors to invest in multifamily properties, has closed on Venture on Maryland, a 78-unit multifamily community in Central Phoenix. Acquired in a pre-foreclosure transaction directly from the bank for $10.7 million (down from a 2022 … [More]
Valley Renewable Developer Lands $250M, Bringing Two-Year Financing Stack to $4.5B
Arevon Energy, Inc., a leading renewable energy developer, owner, and operator, announced it has secured a $250 million tax equity commitment from Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. for Arevon's two-phase 430 megawatt Kelso Solar Project in Scott County, Missouri. The transaction brings Arevon's aggregate solar and energy storage project financings to $4.5 billion executed within the last … [More]
Mesa AV Integration Co. Acquired by Industry Giant
AVI-SPL, a provider of digital enablement solutions, announced the acquisition of CCS Presentation Systems Southwest, an audio-visual design and systems integration firm headquartered in Mesa, Arizona. CCS has a rich, 34-year history of expertly serving customers in the Arizona market with a focus on continuously optimizing communications and collaboration solutions for the … [More]
Scottsdale Travel Agency to be Acquired in $125M Deal
TBO, based in Gurugram, India, announced its agreement to acquire US based Classic Vacations from Phoenix-based investment firm, The Najafi Companies, for an estimated total purchase of up to $125 million. The acquisition brings together the power of TBO's first-class technology platform and worldwide inventory with Classic Vacation's vast network of luxury travel advisors … [More]
Tempe-Based Multinational Electronics Manufacturer Outlines CEO Succession
Benchmark Electronics, Inc., a worldwide provider of innovative product design, engineering services, technology solutions, and advanced manufacturing services, announced President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Benck’s intention to retire effective March 31, 2026. Since becoming CEO in 2019, Mr. Benck has guided Benchmark through a period of strategic transformation and … [More]
1.1 Million SF Industrial Logistics Facility Slated for Glendale
VanTrust Real Estate announces its latest development in Arizona, VT303 North, a 1.1 million square foot speculative industrial building located in Glendale. Situated at the southwest corner of Northern Avenue and Reems Road, the project is designed to meet the demand for modern logistics and distribution facilities in the rapidly expanding West Valley. VanTrust acquired the … [More]
Reframing Arizona’s Housing Market: Why Today’s Market Offers More Power to Buyers
For years, home buyers in Arizona faced mounting obstacles, including fierce competition, rising prices and limited inventory. Today’s market, however, points to a change in those trends. Realtor.com recently reported that Phoenix led the nation in de-listings in May 2025. While sellers still hold considerable sway, there are growing signs that buyers are gaining more … [More]
Want to Future-Proof Your Business? Listen to Gen Z
When we talk about the “future of work,” it’s tempting to focus on AI breakthroughs, productivity apps, and collaboration tools. But the real key to future-proofing your business might be less about the tech itself and more about the people using it, especially your Gen Z employees. Gen Z isn’t just comfortable with technology; they’re redefining how it’s used. But unless … [More]
