GoDaddy Inc., the company that empowers everyday entrepreneurs, announced it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Pagely, the company that invented Managed WordPress in 2009 and has led the category with top-tier solutions since. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Leveraging Pagely's platform and cloud expertise, GoDaddy plans to build a world-class WooCommerce … [More]
Phoenix-Based Solar Tracking Co. Chosen to Serve New York Market
Ideematec Inc., a leading provider of utility-scale solar tracking systems, announced its partnership with Eco Engineering, LightEdison, and Source Renewables to develop 100 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale solar in New York using Ideematec’s Horizon L:TEC® solar tracking system. The companies will first deploy a 25 MW portfolio of community solar projects in National Grid … [More]
MCC Foundation Awarded $500K Grant Providing Scholarship Opportunities to Black and Hispanic Students
PepsiCo and its philanthropic arm, The PepsiCo Foundation, announced today a $500,000 2-year grant award to the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation (MCCF.) The grant is part of the PepsiCo Foundation Community College Program to provide scholarship opportunities for Black and Hispanic students across the country. The Maricopa Community Colleges District (MCCCD) is one of 13 … [More]
CRE Veteran Launches Real Estate Investment Firm Serving Healthcare Practices
As the Phoenix area continues to see the nation’s fastest growth, demand for medical services is also rising. To help clinicians provide the care the Valley needs, long-time commercial real estate broker Trisha Talbot launched Doc Properties, a real estate investment services firm that serves healthcare practices and investors in a booming property sector. Previously with … [More]
ASU Names Former Head of AMPAS as Founding Director of Sidney Poitier Film School
Arizona State University has added another well-known name to its newly established film school. Highly respected American film marketing and public relations executive Cheryl Boone Isaacs will lead The Sidney Poitier New American Film School. Boone Isaacs will be the director of the three-campus film school starting on Jan. 1, 2022. She will lead from the ASU California … [More]
New Web App Design Streamlines Hiring for Risk Management and EHS Professionals
YellowBird, a nationwide gig economy marketplace that matches vetted Risk Management and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals with businesses on-demand, has redesigned its web app to streamline its pairing process. YellowBird’s new Web App 2.5 includes an updated look and better functionality using Artificial Intelligence to compare thousands of data points … [More]
Seventh Annual National Apprenticeship Week This Week
The U.S. Department of Labor announced the kickoff of the seventh annual National Apprenticeship Week, Nov. 15-21, a Presidential proclamation on apprenticeship and the launch of a new collaborative effort to expand, diversify and modernize Registered Apprenticeships in the U.S. National Apprenticeship Week 2021 will include career and trade fairs, open houses, conferences, … [More]
Tempe Chamber Partners with Rio Salado College on Business Academy
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce announces the 2022 Tempe Chamber Business Academy co-sponsored by Rio Salado College, presented by Silicon Valley Bank. Started as a virtual program in 2020, the program's curriculum will continue to be developed by the Chamber’s Businesses Innovation and Strategy Council and will now take place on campus at Rio Salado College. This program serves … [More]
EVENT – Nov 16: Job Fair Hosted by Sky Harbor
A job fair is coming to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Nov. 16. Those looking for work will have time to meet with representatives from twenty-some airport vendors and various businesses such as retail, dining, facilities, automotive, mobility services, and other industries. Candidates will have the opportunity to speak with representatives from a fully booked … [More]
Planet Fitness Franchisee Expands Presence in Phoenix as Industry Leader
United PF Partners, the largest Planet Fitness franchisee, announced further expansion in Phoenix with two new club openings in early 2022. United PF Partners has plans for continued growth over the next five years to maintain the brand’s industry-leading status and the most fitness centers in the Phoenix area. The two new clubs will bring United PF Partners’ total to 38 Planet … [More]
Wellness Clinic in Scottsdale Open, Prompted by Skin Cancer and COVID
Brett Lane, was at the top of his game growing his Search Engine Optimization company when, in 2019, he was diagnosed with melanoma on his neck. It was only the size of a dime to the eye but the surgeons had to take out much more since there were concerns of the cancer spreading to his lymphatic system. When he was diagnosed, he dove into the world of alternative health and … [More]
Online Baking Co. Offers Gourmet Baking Options with New Direct-to-Door Cake Mix Service
Wild Rye Baking Co., a new online baking company, launched today making baking a piece of cake, serving up reimagined cake, frosting and pancake mixes for the discerning home baker to elevate celebrations, no experience required. Through a variety of gourmet yet easy-to-make mixes, Wild Rye Baking Co. delivers a simple, elevated solution to stay on top of holidays and … [More]
More Luxury Condominiums Tucked into the Canyons of the McDowell Mountains Hit Market
After successful sell-out of the first 24 residences, sales are now underway at ICON at Silverleaf, a high-style, highly amenitized enclave of luxury condominiums tucked into the canyons of the McDowell Mountains. Situated within the gates of Silverleaf at DC Ranch, regarded as one of Arizona’s most exclusive golf club communities, ICON is surrounded by natural desert beauty … [More]
