Scott Hanson, APR, Fellow PRSA, a longtime Valley public relations practitioner and owner of HMA Public Relations, will be retiring from the agency at the end of the year, naming Abbie S. Fink as president. Fink has been with the firm since 1993, serving as vice president/general manager since 1996. She will be only the third president in the firm’s 40-plus year … [More]
JW Marriott Desert Ridge Completes Water Park
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa proudly announces the completion of the more than $16 million AquaRidge WaterPark, featuring two impressive additions: Sedona Springs and the adults-only haven Sky Island. This summer, the resort unveiled the first phase of the 140,000-square-foot expanded pool experience, which included the debut of an enhanced lazy river, the … [More]
Arizona-Based Tequila Brand Set to Release High Proof Variety in November
Tequila Corrido, an Arizona-based handcrafted tequila brand, is excited to announce its all-new variety, Blanco Overproof, that will be available in select markets across the country this November. This high proof version will be a bolder sibling to Tequila Corrido’s Blanco expression. The Overproof is an intensified rendition of the Blanco expression, which promises an … [More]
qBotica to Acquire Health Automation Co. to Expand
qBotica Inc., a leading technology and automation solutions provider, is proud to announce its strategic investment in Healthomation Inc., a healthcare automation company, to further its suite of offerings and expand its reach within the healthcare sector. Healthomation Inc is at the forefront of healthcare process automation, similar to industry competitors like … [More]
Dallas-Based Investment Firm Expands to Arizona with Acquisition of Flooring Products Co.
Impact Property Solutions, a Dallas, TX-based portfolio company of Blue Sage Capital, is proud to announce its acquisition of Interior Concepts, Inc., an Arizona-based provider of flooring products and installation services to multifamily and commercial properties. Interior Concepts, which opened its doors in 1985, covers Phoenix/Scottsdale and other key markets in Arizona. … [More]
Health Insurer Adds New Features, Programs and Expands into More of Arizona
Banner|Aetna, a joint venture health plan owned by Banner Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, is offering Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance plans with additional benefits across more Arizona counties in 2024. Banner|Aetna will offer Silver plans at zero premium in Maricopa, Pima and Yuma counties for fully subsidized members. Now through Jan. 15, 2024, individuals … [More]
Self Storage Co. Opens Ninth State-of-the-Art Facility, Third in West Valley
The Mangat Group and Aberdeen Management & Development announced the opening of Arizona Self Storage in Peoria. The four-story, 875-unit facility is located on the southwest corner of Loop 101 and Olive Avenue. This is Arizona Self Storage’s ninth property in the state and third in the West Valley. Tony Mangat, founder of The Mangat Group, is the landowner and part owner … [More]
Arizona Craft Brewers Guild Names Tempe-Based Co. Brewery of the Year
The Arizona Craft Brewers Guild celebrated the craft beer community at the second annual Arizona Craft Beer Awards at a ceremony. Pedal Haus Brewery took home the top honor and was named the 2023 Brewery of the Year. There was a large turnout with 53 local breweries submitting 194 beers to be judged. An independent panel of 65 judges blind sampled the beers and evaluated them … [More]
22 Ways Phoenix Has Grown Since Its Last World Series
The home of Super Bowl LVII, the 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four, and the WNBA All-Star Game is now proud to host the Fall Classic as Phoenicians watch their Arizona Diamondbacks continue their historic run to win a second World Series trophy. The City of Phoenix is proud to support its hometown team, while providing a safe, fun experience for those with tickets to the game or those … [More]
Governor Hobbs Announces Arizona Families Tax Rebate
Governor Katie Hobbs officially announced the deployment of the Arizona Families Tax Rebate, which will put money back in the pockets of nearly 750,000 Arizona families. The first rebate of its kind, these funds were made possible by Governor Hobbs’ bipartisan budget, which received supermajority support in both chambers. Eligible families will have an opportunity to receive up … [More]
The Macroeconomy Has Impacted Small Business Owners and Their Access to Business Financing, Says Report
The last several years have left a considerable impact on business owners who need financing access to grow their business
Credibly, the data science-driven fintech lending platform for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) conducted a survey with over 100 small business owners in the U.S. to gain a deeper understanding of how the current macroeconomic environment is impacting their businesses. The survey found that only one-third of small business owners reported feeling optimistic about the … [More]
Almost a Third of Homes for Sale Are New Construction – the Highest Share of Any Third Quarter on Record
New builds are taking up a growing share of the pie as builders attract buyers with concessions, and surging mortgage rates prevent existing homeowners from selling
Nationwide, 30.6% of U.S. single-family homes for sale in the third quarter were new construction, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s the highest share of any third quarter on record and up from 28.9% one year earlier and 25% two years earlier. Newly built homes have taken up a growing share of for-sale housing … [More]
WEBINAR – Nov. 14: The Importance of Knowing What your Business Is Worth
UPCOMING SESSIONS' Join us for an Arizona Small Business Boot Camp! Did you miss last Tuesday's webinar? Watch it here: Small Business Intelligence - SizeUp 101 The Importance of Knowing What your Business is Worth 11/14/2023 | 9:00 AM This session will dive into how business valuation plays in effective succession, retirement, and estate planning … [More]
Ten Ways to Start Building Your Favor Bank (and Growing Your Network)
“Networking” is a misunderstood concept. We tend to think of it in terms of small talk, faked enthusiasm, and self-serving schmoozing. Great networkers, we assume, are aggressive movers and shakers with a knack for selling themselves. Actually, says Robert L. Dilenschneider, they are heartfelt helpers who understand how the favor bank works. “The most successful people I … [More]
T.W. Lewis Foundation Announces New Executive Director
T.W. Lewis Foundation recently hired Steve Smith, former Arizona Senator, to lead the organization as its new executive director. In this role, Smith manages grant distribution, non-profit assessments and activities to enhance the foundation’s overall core program areas. “Steve is an energetic and entrepreneurial leader with significant experience in the public sector and … [More]
Glendale-Based Commercial Lender Rebrands
AVANA Companies, a comprehensive lending and asset management ecosystem, announces AVANA CUSO, a Credit Union Service Organization designed to meet the evolving needs of credit unions. AVANA CUSO is a premier provider of a wide range of lending products and services, including exceptional expertise in commercial loan origination, underwriting, and comprehensive loan … [More]
Mesa Gains New Dealership as Courtesy Nissan of Mesa Opens
Courtesy Automotive Group acquires East Valley Nissan creating Courtesy Nissan of Mesa on Test Drive off Superstition Springs Blvd and US 60. The acquisition expands the family-owned Courtesy Automotive Group’s East Valley footprint that currently includes Courtesy KIA, Courtesy Chrysler Dodge Ram, and Courtesy Jeep. Along with these brands, Courtesy Nissan of Mesa will join … [More]
Local Entrepreneur Opens Fitness Facility for Youth and Adult Athletes
D1 Training, a leading fitness concept utilizing the five core tenets of athletic-based training, opened a new location in East Mesa at 1257 S Crismon Mesa, Suite 104 on Monday, October 9. The group fitness facility employs a sports-science backed training regimen led by certified trainers to help people of all ages achieve their sport and fitness goals. Prioritizing community … [More]
