Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., announced it has broken ground on Modera Rio Salado, a contemporary apartment community in the Tempe Town Lake neighborhood of North Tempe. Modera Rio Salado, which will feature 319 apartment homes, marks Mill Creek's third development in … [More]
Starbucks Opens Only Metro Phoenix Double Drive Through in Avondale
Leading retail brokerage firm Western Retail Advisors has completed the lease for a new Starbucks in Avondale, Arizona, featuring the Valley’s first-ever Starbucks double drive through with two order points. The lease relocates Starbucks from an adjacent, undersized store into a larger, 3,070-square-foot location at 10655 W. Indian School Rd, fronting Indian School Road just … [More]
72SOLD Partners with Global Real Estate Digital Service Co.
72SOLD considered the #1 real estate brand in Arizona, and recognized as the leading home selling program in America, is now a partner with worldwide real estate digital service company, Boxbrownie.com. “We are thrilled to be using another form of advanced photographic technology to present our homes in a way that attracts more buyers and achieves higher prices for our … [More]
Rapid Population Growth, Collaborative Training Programs Power Arizona’s Premier Semiconductor Workforce
For more than 70 years, Arizona has stood at the forefront of semiconductor design, development, and production. The future looks even brighter. Industry leaders have announced more than $60 billion in investment since 2020, the most of any state, and Arizona leads the nation in the number of supplier investments announced during that time (SIA). With decades of industry … [More]
Development Corp. Secures $39 Million Refinance for Newly Delivered Goodyear Industrial Project
Phoenix-based Baker Development Corporation (BDC), and New York’s Foundation Capital Partners (FCP), along with joint venture partner GTIS Partners, have secured a $39 million refinance loan for Yuma|143, a recently completed, 490,278-square-foot Class A industrial development in Goodyear, Arizona. The project reached 100% occupancy just last week, with the last of three major … [More]
Why We Need Less Social Media and More Old-Fashioned Influence-Building
We live in an age where “influence” is quantified by superficial metrics like likes, shares, and retweets. But as PR professionals, we know there's more to it than social media numbers. True influence comes from making real connections, solving problems, and improving lives. Question is, in a world of short attention spans and seemingly shallow values, how do we build and … [More]
Abrazo Scottsdale Campus Names New CEO
Ruben Castro has joined Abrazo Health as chief executive officer of Abrazo Scottsdale Campus and Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital. Castro has more than 20 years of experience in healthcare including operations leadership, nursing and clinical information technology. As CEO of the Scottsdale and Cave Creek hospitals, Castro is responsible for administration and strategy, quality … [More]
Consumer Prices Rose 3.2 Percent in the Year through July, Slight Increase in the Inflation Rate
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose 0.2 percent in July on a seasonally adjusted basis, the same increase as in June, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 3.2 percent before seasonal adjustment. The index for shelter was by far the largest contributor to the monthly all items … [More]
Real Estate Developer Acquires Experiential Dog Parks Co. and Moves Headquarters to Arizona
Diversified Partners, a national real estate development and management company, is excited to announce its grand initiative to roll out Bar K's experiential dog parks on a national scale. After two years of diligent efforts to purchase the company, Diversified Partners is finally acquiring Bar K, and the acquisition is now officially in escrow. As part of this momentous move, … [More]
Coyotes Confirm in Statement Intent for Mesa Sports Arena Site
The Arizona Coyotes have confirmed, in a statement, that they have identified a proposed site to purchase for a sports arena and entertainment district similar to the one that was proposed earlier this year in Tempe. The statement reads: “We can confirm that Coyotes Owner, Chairman & Governor Alex Meruelo has executed a Letter of Intent to purchase a parcel of land … [More]
Valley Grocer Expands to Queen Creek with Additional Market
Sprouts Farmers Market is excited to announce it will open its newest store in San Tan Valley on Aug. 18, located at 37666 N. Gantzel Rd. in Queen Creek A ribbon cutting will take place Friday morning at 6:45 a.m. The doors to the store will open at 7 a.m. “We are so proud to welcome another Sprouts Farmers Market to the Town of Queen Creek,” said Julia Wheatley mayor of … [More]
Former PayPal Executive’s Venture Firm to Support Growth of AI Solutions Co. with $2.5M Seed Investment
Nuclearn.ai, a leading provider of AI process automation solutions for the nuclear industry, announced today at the Utility Working Conference and Vendor Technology Expo (UWC 2023) a Seed investment of $2.5M, led by AZ-VC with participation from Nucleation Capital. The round empowers Nuclearn.ai to grow its market leadership in nuclear facilities, scaling access to its AI and … [More]
Their Take: Intel Is Poised to Unleash America’s Innovation Boom, Fueled by the CHIPS Act
It’s been one year since President Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law, launching the most significant industrial policy initiative in a generation. In addition to the much-discussed manufacturing boom the law incentivized, we also stand on the cusp of America’s next big innovation boom. Powered by the promises of the CHIPS Act, Intel is doubling down on research … [More]
Burger Joint Expands with Buckeye as 15th Arizona Location
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers, Arizona’s ‘Neighborhood Burger Joint,’ opens Fri., Aug. 11, on the northeast corner of West McDowell Road and North Verrado Way, in the former Verrado Community Welcome Center, 1915 North Verrado Way, Buckeye, AZ 85396. This is the 15th location of the ever-popular Arizona eatery, which earned two ‘best burger’ recognition this year. Barrett … [More]
KORE Power Announces Agreement for Domestic Battery Delivery in 2025 as Arizona Facility Comes Online
KORE Power, Inc. has been selected by Energy Vault to deliver domestically produced batteries starting in 2025, when phase one of the KOREPlex facility in Arizona comes online. The Master Supply Agreement announced this week outlines an initial delivery capacity of 1.3 GWh in 2025, ramping up to 7 GWh in 2027 as KORE’s domestic battery production expands. “Energy Vault is … [More]
Locally Owned Medical Spa Brings Aesthetic Services to Scottsdale This Fall
Derma Health Skin & Laser will open its first location in Scottsdale this fall. Locally owned and operated since 2004, Derma Health will offer its medical-grade aesthetic services at its newest clinic located off Shea and the 101 near Frys and At Home. “We are very excited to bring our skilled medical professionals and aestheticians to Scottsdale,” said Trish Gulbranson, … [More]
Tempe Awards Nearly $225,000 in Arts Grants to Local Nonprofits and Artist Collectives
The Tempe community can expect to see a calendar full of exciting, inclusive arts and culture programs this year thanks to a $225,000 investment from the City of Tempe. This week, Tempe awarded 35 arts grants to nonprofit organizations and artists collectives that present arts and culture programming. The funding supports a wide variety of activities, from theatre groups to … [More]
Food and Beverage Co. Strikes First-Ever Partnership with Sports Teams to Refine Fan Experience, Food and Drink
The Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury announced a transformative new partnership with Oak View Group’s (OVG) food and beverage division, OVG Hospitality, to redefine the overall fan experience at all Suns and Mercury games, as well as concerts and live events. OVG’s first-ever partnership with an NBA and WNBA venue, this groundbreaking deal further expands the best-in-class … [More]
