HonorHealth, a leading Valley healthcare system serving more than five million people in the greater Phoenix area, recently held two topping ceremonies to mark construction milestones in their $170M expansion of HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center. Team members signed the final steel beams before placement on the first two phases in the project. The one-story, nearly … [More]
AI Pitfalls in Branding
I’m sure by now you have heard all the rage about AI (Artificial Intelligence) and how people are using it to optimize their businesses. While we at Blaze love to embrace new trends, we also know that using AI presents both opportunities and challenges. That’s why we want to bring you some insights into the pitfalls and solutions of leveraging AI in your branding and marketing … [More]
New Mixed-Use Development to Become a Jewel in the Happy Valley Corridor
New dining experiences, much-needed housing and a neighborhood church: These are the elements of a community gathering place for northwest Valley residents that has been seven years in the making. This morning, Peoria officials joined the Pederson Group and community and business leaders in turning the first shovels of dirt on The Trailhead, a 903,000-square-foot, mixed-use … [More]
Spring Pop-Up Experience with Bold Concept to Open at Desert Ridge Marketplace
The District Dome returns to Desert Ridge Marketplace with an all-new French Maximalist theme, Villa Fleur. From March 28th through May 12th, Villa Fleur will transcend guests into an eclectic atmosphere of rich prints and textures, striking visuals and florals. Set under romantic lighting, guests will settle into parlor-style seating to enjoy chef-driven fare and elixirs, a … [More]
UTI and Hawaiian Airlines Partner on Career Opportunities in Phoenix
Universal Technical Institute, the transportation, skilled trades and energy education division of UTI, Inc. today announced a partnership with Hawaiian Airlines designed to expand career opportunities for Universal Technical Institute airframe and powerplant graduates who earn their FAA certifications. Moving forward, Universal Technical Institute graduates who have earned … [More]
Arizona Humane Society’s Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus Opens
Arizona's most vulnerable pets have a new refuge as the Arizona Humane Society's (AHS) Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus is now open. "As the doors of the Rob and Melani Walton Papago Park Campus open to the public, so do the possibilities for the future of animal welfare in Arizona and across the country," said Dr. Steven Hansen, President & CEO of AHS. "This … [More]
Their Take: Credit Card Bill Could Gut Points and Miles Programs, Hurting Arizona’s Travel Industry
March in metro Phoenix signals the peak of our travel season: the Valley bustling with guests filling up our restaurants, hotels, hiking trails, and golf courses. With the conclusion of the WM Phoenix Open, the spotlight now shifts to the Cactus League. This annual rite of passage, consisting of 15 baseball teams, hosts over 200 games, attracting thousands of winter visitors … [More]
Female Entrepreneurs Do Better with Guidance from Female Mentors, Says Study
In business and in life, the power of mentorship has long been understood, but how important is it that your mentor look like you? This question was at the center of a new study which specifically found that mentor gender has a powerful impact on female entrepreneurs. More to the point, in a randomized controlled experiment, researchers found that when a female entrepreneur … [More]
Former Federal Prosecutor Joins Dorsey in Phoenix
Dorsey & Whitney LLP continues the expansion of the Phoenix office and its nationally recognized Government Solutions & Investigations group with the arrival of former federal prosecutor Seth Goertz, the law firm announced. Seth comes to Dorsey from the United States Department of Justice, where he was Assistant U.S. Attorney, and he focused on complex legal cases in … [More]
All-Electric School Bus Delivered to Phoenix Elementary School District, First Delivery in Arizona
GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV: GPV) ("GreenPower"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector, today announced the delivery of the first GreenPower all-electric, purpose-built Type D BEAST school bus … [More]
Toyota Provides up to $9.3M to Arizona Schools for STEM Programs
Toyota USA Foundation announced grants of up to $9.3 million to prepare Chandler and Tempe students for future careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The collaboration is part of the Driving Possibilities initiative and is a five-year phased rollout of programing in select schools. "Our goal is to increase awareness of future STEM careers while helping … [More]
Annual US Home Price Growth Moves Up Gradually Again, Metro Phoenix Considered Overvalued
CoreLogic®, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released the CoreLogic Home Price Index (HPI™) and HPI Forecast™ for January 2024. Year-over-year home price gains reached the highest rate in a year in January, but growth is expected to begin slowing in the coming months, falling to 2.6% by early 2025. Both higher … [More]
Merger Means New Name for Bank
Bancorp 34, Inc. and CBOA financial, Inc., the parent companies of Bank 34 and Commerce Bank of Arizona, respectively, announced that, provided the pending merger closes as expected, the combined bank will officially become Southwest Heritage Bank on March 25, 2024. Jim Crotty, CEO of Bank 34, commented, "After nearly a century of dedicated service by both companies, this … [More]
Family-Owned Bjerk Builder Acquired by Local Investors
Bjerk Builders, a full-service commercial construction company that began building in the Valley for nearly 40 years, has been purchased by a group of investors led by Nate Lowrie, who hails from a multi-generational Arizona family. Lowrie will become CEO of Bjerk Builders, which has completed over $750 million in projects since it was founded in 1986. The terms of the … [More]
HVAC Efficiency and Energy Conservation Co. Appoints First Chief Sustainability Officer
ECM Technologies, a leader in HVAC efficiency and energy conservation, has named Andrew Soulier as its first chief sustainability officer (CSO). In this role, Soulier will oversee all aspects of sustainability for the business, including strategic leadership, market development and stakeholder engagement. He is also responsible for embedding environmental stewardship and … [More]
Credit Union Partners with Foundation, Fostering Growth in Communities
OneAZ Credit Union and the State Forty Eight Foundation announce the launch of a new partnership that aims to uplift and empower small businesses and entrepreneurs across Arizona. As part of this collaboration, OneAZ will serve as the Official 2024 Local Financial Partner of the State Forty Eight Foundation. Additionally, OneAZ President & CEO Brandon Michaels will join the … [More]
New CFO Named at Nikola
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, announced the appointment of an accomplished and highly regarded financial executive, Thomas "Tom" B. Okray, who has joined the company's executive team as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). "We are proud to welcome Tom as our CFO. Attracting … [More]
Launch of a New Brokerage Has Goal of ‘Disrupting’ Real Estate Industry
Brian Guzman & Matthew Fenicle recently unveiled LUXE Realty, a new full-service boutique brokerage firm launched with the goal of 'disrupting' the real estate industry. Located in the heart of Arizona, LUXE Realty launches this March with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and leveraging a deep understanding of the local market to redefine the … [More]
