UPCOMING EVENTS The SBIR training program is a series of webinars that provide entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startups with local resources and mentors to apply for funding through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. 2023 Aerospace, Aviation, Defense, and Manufacturing … [More]
ASU Partners with Starbucks on Its New Sustainability Innovation Lab in Costa Rica
Starbucks today announced plans to develop a new sustainability learning and innovation lab at Hacienda Alsacia — the company’s global agronomy headquarters for research and development, located in Costa Rica. And ASU will play an important role, working with Starbucks as early as this fall to offer educational programming for select Arizona State … [More]
Land Planning Consulting Firm Launches New Podcast
Upfront Planning & Entitlements, Inc., a woman-owned firm that provides consulting services to both public and private sector clients, is launching a podcast, “Upfront Planning Podcast.” Ten episodes already have been recorded and two will be released this week. “It’s a great lineup of guests on each episode and I’m confident the podcasts will resonate with … [More]
Their Take: Arizona’s Water Future Depends on New Water Supplies
None of us has a crystal ball, but we can be certain that our water future will require a variety of adaptive changes. We must adjust to reduced availability of Colorado River water and adjust to enhanced regulation of groundwater uses. This regulation will come in various forms. For the first time in decades, additional groundwater basins have been designated for … [More]
Credit Union Named Best-In-State by Forbes for Fifth Consecutive Year
Forbes named Desert Financial Credit Union as a Best-In-State Credit Union in 2023 and the top credit union in Arizona for the fifth year in a row. “To be included among the best credit unions in the country is an honor,” said Desert Financial CEO Jeff Meshey. “Topping the list as the best credit union in Arizona as determined by our own members means the world to us as we … [More]
Boutique Residential Real Estate Co. Tapped to Sell Builders Luxury Communities
Camelot Homes has selected The Brokery to handle sales for two new Valley luxury communities, Willow in North Central Phoenix and Aura in North Scottsdale near the Mayo Clinic. This is a continuation of the relationship between the local residential real estate brokerage and the award-winning luxury homebuilder. In 2021, The Brokery first partnered with Camelot Homes to manage … [More]
Nikola to Reduce Personnel by Roughly 150 in Effort to Reduce Cash Spend
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, today announced a progress update on its business optimization efforts, which are expected to result in a marked decrease in cash spend and streamlining of operations. In conjunction with these initiatives, Nikola conducted a thorough … [More]
Lending Partnership Launches New Assistance Program to Grow Black Homeownership in the U.S.
BMO announced the launch of a new Homebuyer Assistance Program for graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBI), in partnership with the National Association for Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), a trade organization and network of Black real estate professionals. BMO and NAREB will work to increase homeownership in … [More]
New Luxury Real Estate Office Opens in North Scottsdale
Launch Powered by Compass is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated grand opening of its newest luxury real estate office in North Scottsdale. This marks the expansion of Launch's exceptional services to a broader base of Scottsdale residents. This office, spanning an impressive 3,000 square feet, represents Launch's commitment to delivering premium services and … [More]
Arizona Chamber Celebrates Legislative Wins for Job Creators, Economic Development, and Pro-Business Climate
The Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry is proud to announce a host of legislative wins this session that will pave the way for further economic development, preserve Arizona’s pro-growth business climate, and protect our citizen initiative process from out-of-state special interests. The Chamber is particularly grateful for the passage of HB 2809, priority … [More]
Arizona Diamondbacks Host Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 16
In partnership with The Players Alliance, the D-backs will welcome 150 Black Pro baseball players, promoting diversity in baseball and creating opportunities for Black talent. As part of their “Equip the Future” tour, former D-backs Outfielder Scott Hairston, Pitcher Steve Randolph and Infielder Junior Spivey will hold a workshop prior to the game for 34 baseball players from … [More]
See ‘The Prom’ at The Phoenix Theatre Company
The most anticipated night for every high school teen has never been so glittery, or inclusive. Variety says that The Prom is “so full of happiness you think your heart is about to burst.” When Emma wants to take her girlfriend to the prom, the PTA cancels the dance and her story goes viral on social media. Little does she know, four faded and eccentric Broadway performers … [More]
Honeywell Names New Aerospace President and CEO; Mike Madsen Announces Retirement
Honeywell announced that Honeywell Aerospace President and CEO, Mike Madsen, has elected to retire and Jim Currier, President, Electronic Solutions, Honeywell Aerospace, has been named his successor effective August 1, 2023. Jim will become a company officer, reporting directly to Honeywell CEO, Vimal Kapur, and will continue to be based in Phoenix, Ariz. "We are fortunate … [More]
Homebuilder Announces Grand Opening of Newest Community in Queen Creek
KB Home announced the grand opening of The Enclaves at Sonrisa, a new community of single-family homes in Queen Creek, Arizona. The new homes at The Enclaves at Sonrisa are designed for the way people live today, with popular design features like modern kitchens overlooking large great rooms, expansive bedroom suites with walk-in closets, and ample storage space. The … [More]
Bashas’ Names New President and Celebrates New Corporate Support Center in Chandler
Bashas’ and its parent company, The Raley’s Companies, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony with City of Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke, and Chandler Chamber and City Council members to celebrate the opening of its new Corporate Support Center in Chandler. The new Bashas’ corporate office is named a Support Center because of the support it lends to its retail stores, which in turn … [More]
Report: Intel Highlights Arizona Impact in 2023 RISE Report
Intel Corporation, Arizona’s largest technology manufacturer, has unveiled its local progress towards achieving its 2030 companywide goals of responsible, inclusive, and sustainable business practices in its 2023 RISE Report. In the report, Intel outlines the company's multi-faceted impact on Arizona communities through local purchasing, charitable donations, volunteerism, … [More]
As the Legislature Adjourns Again, Much Has Been Accomplished
The 2023 Legislative Session has recessed and is expected to come back again July 31. Much has been accomplished focused on keeping the Arizona economy moving forward with investments. The legislature and Governor Katie Hobbs created new laws related to Transportation, Economic Development, Water, and Education. Unlike prior years, each legislator was given a sum of money to … [More]
Cannabis Entrepreneur to Open First Arizona-Based Cookies Brand Dispensary in Tempe
Alicia Deals, an up-and-coming cannabis entrepreneur and social equity license holder, today announced that she will open Arizona’s first Cookies brand dispensary on June 24. With this announcement, Deals has become the first Black woman to operate a cannabis dispensary stemming from a license awarded from Arizona’s social equity program. The new Cookies dispensary is … [More]
