Someburros, a fast-casual and family-operated group of restaurants known for authentic Sonoran-style Mexican food in the Valley since 1986, will launch its 14th Arizona location in Peoria on the Northeast corner of 83rd Avenue and Thunderbird Road (8200 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria, AZ 85381). With its first ever Peoria location, Someburros is excited to share the food that the … [More]
Valley Performing Arts Org. Purchases Second Downtown Apartment Complex, Will House Creative Partners
The Phoenix Theatre Company, the state’s oldest producing theatre, recently purchased a downtown apartment complex, the second multifamily complex owned by the nonprofit organization. The apartments will house directors, designers, performers and apprentices. The first apartment building was bought in 2014, has 24 units and is about a mile from the theatre. “We are very … [More]
Laguna Beach Jewelry Brand Continues Arizona Expansion
gorjana, the fast-growing Laguna Beach-based jewelry brand, today announced the continuation of its Arizona retail expansion with the opening of a new store in the heart of Phoenix’s Biltmore Fashion Park on Wednesday, August 30. At the 1,499-square-foot store, Phoenix locals and visitors can soon shop the nationally-recognized brand’s popular designs, ranging from gold-plated … [More]
New Study Says Swipe Fee Bill Would Not Lead to Loss of Credit Card Rewards
The Merchants Payments Coalition welcomed new research showing passage of the Credit Card Competition Act should have virtually no impact on credit card rewards and that banks could easily afford to continue offering rewards. “This analysis shows the expected savings from competition over swipe fees would have almost no impact at all on credit card rewards and that the card … [More]
Blue Zones Project Scottsdale Executive Director Announced
Blue Zones Project in Scottsdale recently announced the appointment of Sarah Kearney as the Executive Director of Blue Zones Project® Scottsdale. Kearney will be responsible for leading the rollout and local implementation of Blue Zones Project. "I am honored to have been chosen to lead this work ahead as every facet of the community has the opportunity to … [More]
AZ WearTech Center Brings Life-Changing Wearable Device Technologies to Market
The Partnership for Economic Innovation, a passionate collective of business and community leaders dedicated to accelerating Arizona’s economic opportunities, announced that five of its WearTech Applied Research Center’s 2022 cohort projects have successfully been brought to market. These new technologies include Biomotum’s Robotic Ankle Assist Device (RAAD) device, TF Health’s … [More]
Back-to-Work Mandates and Overall Economic Growth Trends Help to Boost Local Office Market
Stubborn vacancies in the office sublease sector and murky outlooks on interest rates and back to work trends have challenged the metro Phoenix office market, but positive momentum during the second quarter could influence that trend, raising hopes for an end to seven straight quarters of negative local office absorption, according to the Q2 2023 JLL Phoenix Office Insight … [More]
Plant-Based Food Co. Headquartered in Phoenix Takes on Chicken Industry
Chef Michael Salem, the former head of culinary innovation at Burger King who played a pivotal role in introducing the plant-based Impossible Whopper to the menu, is now gearing up to challenge the dominant players in the alternative-meat industry. His strategy hinges on a single factor – flavor. Today, Salem announced the official launch of Recreate Foods, a venture-backed, … [More]
Caddell Taps Local Industry Veteran to Lead New Phoenix Office
Caddell Construction, a leading global general contractor offering a comprehensive menu of project management and construction services for commercial and government clients, announced the hiring of industry veteran Brian Sheehan as head of the company’s new Phoenix office, marking the latest chapter in Caddell’s ongoing national expansion. Sheehan will assume the role of … [More]
Construction of Phoenix Industrial Space Nears 50 Million Square Feet
An impressive 49.2 million square feet of new industrial space is under construction in Metro Phoenix, according to the mid-year industrial report released by Colliers in Arizona. This marks a 40.2 percent increase in construction compared to the end of June 2022. During that same 12 months, average industrial rental rates increased 24.5 percent, causing “sticker shock” for … [More]
SMoCA to Open New Interactive, Audiovisual Experience
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) will exhibit the work of emerging Dutch artist Roelof Knol from Sept. 23, 2023, through July 28, 2024, as part of the museum’s PROJECT SPACE initiative. In this new immersive installation, “Roelof Knol: the space in between,” Knol creates a playful, interactive, audiovisual experience that invites viewers to explore their … [More]
Local Housecleaning Company Expands with Acquisition
Going GreenHouse, the residential housecleaning company that uses exclusively non-toxic products, has just announced its acquisition of Essential Cleaning, another cleaning company with a similar business model and mindset. This acquisition will allow Going GreenHouse to expand its reach throughout the east valley, Phoenix and Scottsdale and to increase its client base, a … [More]
Historical Phoenix Photographer Is Remembered (Video)
https://youtu.be/13n4LEQncAw Pioneer Phoenix Photographer F.A. Hartwell was well known during the early days of Phoenix, but was buried in an unmarked grave. Phoenix historians and photographers heard about this situation and banded together to do something about it. The Arizona Photography Alliance organized an auction of member's photographs and raised enough money for … [More]
SUMMIT – Aug 9: Cumbre Anual 2023 Going Green and Going Smart: Empoderando a las Pequeñas Empresas para la Sostenibilidad
La muy esperada Cumbre Anual 2023 Going Green and Going Smart se llevará a cabo en el prestigioso Museo y Centro Cultural George Washington Carver. Este evento, organizado por la Fundación Compass CBS en colaboración con Arizona Public Service, reúne a propietarios de pequeñas empresas, expertos de la industria y defensores de la sostenibilidad para explorar prácticas … [More]
SUMMIT – Aug 9: 2023 Going Green and Going Smart Annual Summit: Empowering Small Businesses for Sustainability
The highly anticipated 2023 Going Green and Going Smart Annual Summit will take place at the esteemed George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center. This event, organized by Compass CBS Foundation in partnership with Arizona Public Service, brings together small business owners, industry experts, and sustainability advocates to explore innovative practices and strategies … [More]
WEBINAR – Aug 1: The Fundamentals of the 5C’s of Credit
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for the Small Business Boot Camp virtual webinars and monthly workshops. If you missed any past sessions, watch here. The Fundamentals of the 5C’s of Credit 08/01/2023 | 9:00 AM The five C’s of credit (character, capacity, capital, collateral, and conditions) is a system used by lenders to gauge the creditworthiness of … [More]
Buck & Rider Set to Open in Gilbert Early September
In early September, Buck & Rider will open the doors of our newest location in Gilbert, bringing their concept to the East Valley. The opening of Buck & Rider at Epicenter at Agritopia will be a game-changer for the Valley, mirroring the cuisine and service we are known for in Phoenix and N. Scottsdale so there’s no need to leave Gilbert for an exceptional restaurant … [More]
Tempe to Pursue AI Technologies Ethically, Equitably
The City of Tempe has committed to evaluating Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies before implementation with the recent adoption of an Ethical AI Policy that outlines principles, guidelines and procedures for responsible use within the city. Tempe is believed to be the first city in Arizona to enact a policy involving ethical use of AI. The City Council approved the … [More]
