CoreLogic, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released the CoreLogic Home Price Index (HPI™) and HPI Forecast™ for August 2023. CoreLogic’s Home Price Index dropped to an 11-year low in the spring of 2023 but is starting to regain momentum. While some states in the West still posted annual home price losses in August, … [More]
Oregon Water Co. Acquires Water Utility Serving Peoria, Positioning Further Growth in Maricopa County
NW Natural Water Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Northwest Natural Holding Company, has completed the acquisition of Rose Valley Water Company, a water utility serving approximately 2,400 connections in Peoria, Arizona, a major suburb northwest of Phoenix. “Rose Valley Water is an excellent fit for our company and we are looking forward to continuing their legacy of … [More]
Their Take: Arizona Steps Up to Align Existing Cannabis Laws with Reality
There are some important movements afoot to bring cannabis into the mainstream and make the cannabis businesses easier to operate. First, the Department of Health and Human Service (HHS) has recommended to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) that cannabis be rescheduled from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). At the same time, 23 attorneys … [More]
SRP Board Approves System Plan Strategies to Bring Customers Affordable, Reliable and Sustainable Power
SRP’s District Board of Directors approved power system strategies to be implemented between 2025 and 2035 that prioritize affordability, reliability, sustainability and customer focus. The strategies are outlined in SRP’s new Integrated System Plan, which was developed as part of a two-year, data-driven planning process that incorporated perspectives from Arizona universities, … [More]
Firm Hits 5-Year Milestone Providing Nonprofit Accounting in Phoenix
2023 marks 5 years of Your Part-Time Controller's building stronger nonprofits in Phoenix, Arizona! Since its establishment in 2018, the office has served nearly 150 clients in the Greater Phoenix area, with no intention of slowing down. In conjunction with the firm's growth on a national level, all regional offices plan to continue to expand and provide … [More]
Scottsdale Arts Announces 2023–24 Classical and Chamber Concerts
Scottsdale Arts has announced the classical and chamber concerts that will be part of the 2023–24 season, its 46th season of Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel, and new collaborations with local ensembles. The Virginia G. Piper Concert Series is among the premier classical concert series in the Southwest, and this year’s lineup is one of its strongest yet … [More]
U.S. Housing Value has Surged, while Metro Phoenix Value has Declined
The U.S. housing market has rebounded impressively in 2023 after a short-lived downturn late last year. The total value of the U.S. housing market has surged by more than $2.6 trillion over the past year, a new Zillow® analysis shows. The total value of the U.S. housing market — the sum of Zillow's estimated value for every U.S. home — is now slightly less than $52 … [More]
MAG Names New Chief of Staff and New Chief Transportation Officer
The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) has named Audra Koester Thomas as its new chief of staff and John Bullen as the agency’s chief transportation officer, following a selection process that included a multi-agency review panel. The two staff members will serve under the direction of Executive Director Ed Zuercher in the newly created MAG roles. “Both Audra and … [More]
EVENT – Oct 12: Idea to Launch: The Arizona Business One Stop Portal – Lunch and Learn
UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for the upcoming Boot Camp sessions. Idea to Launch: The Arizona Business One Stop Portal – Lunch and Learn 10/12/2023 | 12:00 PM Level up your small business with the Small Business Boot Camp's Business One-Stop online portal. The online portal simplifies the journey of planning, launching, and expanding … [More]
National Building Systems Design Firm Takes Sprouts Farmers Market from 40 to 400 Stores
Henderson Engineers, a national building systems design firm, proudly announces a significant milestone in its 15-year partnership with leading organic grocery store chain Sprouts Farmers Market. Serving as an engineer of record for Sprouts projects across all 50 states, Henderson has helped expand the grocer’s reach from 40 to 400 stores nationwide, with the most recent … [More]
Dealing with Generational Conflict in the Workplace? Focus on Strengths, Not Stereotypes
With four generations in the workplace, there’s bound to be some friction. From “Okay, Boomer” dismissals to gripes about entitled Millennials and tech-obsessed Gen Z, each generation has its own complaints about the others. Meanwhile, Gen Xers tend to be perpetually overlooked—which is hurtful in a different way. The one consistent theme through the generations is that at … [More]
New Study Reveals Alarming Work Dissatisfaction Trends
A groundbreaking study conducted by Bastion Transform, a part of Bastion Agency, has uncovered startling insights into the prevalent unhappiness among employees in today's workplace. The report reveals that a mere one-third of employees, accounting for 36%, report a high level of satisfaction in their current roles while a staggering 55% express skepticism about their company's … [More]
Cybersecurity Experts Share Tips on How to Maintain a Secure Work Environment
October is the official cybersecurity awareness month. Using this occasion, Juta Gurinaviciute, a cybersecurity expert and CTO at NordLayer, gives an interview explaining the importance of this month and cyber trends around the world. Gurinaviciute reveals where businesses should look first when creating a cybersecurity strategy and what dangers are the most prominent in the IT … [More]
Nikola Celebrates Commercial Launch of Its Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle
Nikola Corporation, the zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions company, via its HYLA brand, achieved a significant milestone as it celebrated the commercial launch of the Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Coolidge, Ariz. The ceremony was attended by fleet customers, dealers from … [More]
TPC Scottsdale’s New Sports-Betting Dining Concept Unveils Leadership Team
The DraftKings Sportsbook at TPC Scottsdale announced Matthew O’Harris as executive chef of the restaurant and McKenna Beahan as general manager. “The unique skillsets McKenna and Matthew offer will help TPC Scottsdale deliver on its mission to be the ultimate destination for all things golf, dining and sports betting in one memorable place,” said Brad Williams, general … [More]
Long-Time Arizona Resident Opens Franchise Insulation Co. in East Valley
Long-time Arizona resident, Bill Villani has announced the September 2023 opening of Koala Insulation in the East Valley market. The company will offer “white glove service” for the installation of spray foam, blown-in, and blanket (batt) insulation. “As a family owned and operated business, we take great pride in the work that we do here at Koala Insulation East Valley. Not … [More]
Uber Freight to Stretch Across Several New States with AI-Powered Logistics, including Arizona
During the company's annual customer conference that hosts nearly 300 of the world's largest shippers, Uber Freight announced the most comprehensive evolution of its logistics technologies designed to power the global movement of goods. Uber Freight has strategically grown the footprint of the Powerloop program to meet surging client demand for drop and … [More]
Pacific Retail Capital Partners Expands into Arizona, Adding Tucson Mall to Its Portfolio
Pacific Retail Capital Partners, one of the nation’s leading retail real estate development, investment, management and advisory firms focused exclusively on evolving retail-led real estate, today announced it has assumed management and leasing responsibilities at Park Place in Tucson, Arizona. Park Place is a 1.1 million square foot fashion and entertainment destination, and … [More]
