Enterprise Bank & Trust has launched the spring semester of its business training course series, Enterprise University. The courses help professionals think strategically, better their business and build community. Business professionals anywhere in the country can register for live, virtual classes here. Established in 2003, Enterprise University set out to provide … [More]
Venture Madness Selects 17 Companies as Finalists for their Annual Competition
Venture Madness by Invest Southwest has selected 17 finalists for the 2023 Venture Madness Competition. Finalists were selected by judges from a pool of 88 applicants based on market need, industry attractiveness, competitive advantage, business model, management team and investment opportunity. "These 17 companies will compete at the 2023 Venture Madness … [More]
California Builder Plans Two New Luxury Lease Communities in Litchfield Park and Goodyear
Family Development, one of the country’s premier homebuilders with a multitude of projects throughout the Southwest, has announced plans to build two new luxury lease communities in Arizona: Villas Litchfield Park and Villas Goodyear. Construction will commence in February with both projects expected to be completed in 2024. Villas Litchfield Park is being financed by Old … [More]
Phoenix-Based Cannabis Co. Plans Acquisition of Canada Cannabis Retail Franchisor
Item 9 Labs Corp., a vertically integrated U.S. cannabis dispensary franchisor and operator, has secured the necessary financing to complete the previously announced acquisition of Sessions Cannabis, one of Canada's largest cannabis retail franchisors. The total cash purchase price of the transaction is $12.8 million, which is being fully funded through an Acquisition Line of … [More]
Banner’s All-in-One Health Care Facility to Open at The Grove
Banner Health announced the opening of Banner Health Center plus in the Arcadia community. The center is an “all-in-one” health care facility at The Grove, located at Camelback and 44th Street in Phoenix. “Banner Health Center plus is a destination health care setting,’’ said James Cote, vice president of the non-profit organization’s ambulatory services. “We’re bringing … [More]
Brooklyn Bedding Parent Co. Acquires Another Sleep Brand
3Z Brands, a vertically-integrated manufacturer, wholesaler, retailer, and direct-to-consumer distributor of award-winning sleep products, including Helix Sleep, Brooklyn Bedding, Birch, and Bear Mattress, announced the acquisition of Nolah Sleep. Founded in 2016, Nolah set forward to change the health and wellness of Americans through a focus on good sleep. The company … [More]
‘Getting Lost’ Takes on New Meaning for Scottsdale-Based Marketing Agency
The James Agency, Scottsdale’s women-led, insights-first marketing agency, wants clients to “get lost.” The agency, which specializes in strategic development, paid media, creative, web development, public relations and social media, is expanding its business model in 2023. The move comes with its own brand — “Stratagem” — TJA’s identification for the realignment of its … [More]
Arizona Women-Led Career Initiative Debuts Mobile Building Space
Girls Can Build, an Arizona women-led initiative to give young women opportunities in construction, engineering and design, is celebrating its first anniversary with a milestone: The purchase of a vehicle for its Mobile Building Space. In celebration, Girls Can Build will reveal a preview of the traveling box truck at an event at one of Arizona’s longest-running jewelry … [More]
CONFERENCE – Mar 22: 2023 MedTech Conference
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 MedTech Conference 03/22/2023 | 12:30 PM - … [More]
Chandler-Gilbert Community College Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) was founded in 1985 to serve the higher education needs of the Southeast Valley. In 1992, CGCC was accredited as an independent college by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Today, with four locations and an average of 19,000 students every year, Chandler-Gilbert Community College is a fast-growing member … [More]
Arizona Tequila Company Adds Texas to Its Expansion
Arizona-based Tequila Corrido is excited to announce the continued expansion of its agave spirit footprint. The additive-free tequila recently launched its Blanco, Reposado and Añejo throughout the state of Texas. “Each market we expand to is an exciting opportunity for us to continue to share the story, history and authentic taste of Tequila Corrido,” said President and … [More]
Acquisition Expands Garage Door Service’s Presence in Greater Phoenix Metro and Northern Arizona
A1 Garage Door Service, an established national leader in the garage door service and sales industry, announced today the acquisition of Legends Garage Door in the greater Phoenix metro area and northern Arizona. Effective immediately, Legends Garage Door will begin operating as A1 Garage Door Service and will continue to successfully serve the communities in the east and west … [More]
EN NEGOCIOS: Desbloqueando el Poder de la IA: 5 Formas en que los Chatbots e Inteligencia Artificial están Revolucionando las Operaciones de Pequeños Negocios
Los dueños de pequeños negocios siempre están buscando formas de ser más innovadores y eficientes, y la tecnología está desempeñando un papel cada vez más importante en esta búsqueda. En los últimos años, la inteligencia artificial (IA) ha surgido como una herramienta clave para los emprendedores que buscan optimizar las operaciones, mejorar la experiencia del cliente y obtener … [More]
Unleashing the Power of AI: 5 Ways Chatbots and Artificial Intelligence Are Revolutionizing Small Business Operations
Small business owners are always looking for ways to become more innovative and efficient, and technology is playing an increasingly important role in this pursuit. In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a key tool for entrepreneurs looking to streamline operations, improve customer experience, and gain a competitive edge. We will explore five ways in … [More]
1 in 3 Remote Workers Have Engaged in Romantic Relationships, Says Survey
ResumeBuilder.com, the premier resource for professional resume templates and career advice, has published a recent survey report that explores the prevalence of romantic relationships between remote coworkers. The study also highlights the pervasiveness of sexual harassment, even in a remote work environment. Overall, the survey generated responses from 1,250 Americans who … [More]
Fitness Chain Expanding with Tailored Workout, Opens Second Gym in Surprise
Recognizing overall health and wellness stems from more than just exercise, EoS Fitness is offering the community of Surprise, Arizona an innovative new comprehensive fitness experience. The newest EoS Fitness, located at 13644 N Litchfield Road, is the second to open in Surprise and the company’s 27th location in Arizona. EoS has something for everyone no matter the stage … [More]
Super Bowl Sick Monday: Arizona Ranks 3rd for Wanting a Sick Day
It's the morning after, also known as Super Sick Monday - this day has been notoriously known as a day when people call out of work. But which states suffer the most from ‘Super Bowl Sick Monday’? To reveal this, Betway analyzed Google search data for each state for terms such as ‘calling in sick to work’, and ‘how to call out of work’, with Arizona ranking 3rd on the … [More]
City of Phoenix Names New Planning and Development Department Director
Planning and Development Department Assistant Director Joshua Bednarek will now lead the department as its new Director. Bednarek has been with the City for more than 20 years, 15 of those years with the Planning and Development Department. “I am honored to serve as Director of the Planning and Development Department for the City of Phoenix," said Bednarek. “I am excited to … [More]
