Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) announced $1 million in funding for the next phase of the BuildItAZ Apprenticeship Initiative (BuildItAZ), which aims to connect Arizonans with the skills they need for construction and trades jobs. After the Governor launched BuildItAZ in 2023, Arizona saw growth in enrollment of construction and trades … [More]
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Wait to Make Your Next Career Move during Uncertain Times
If there’s one thing I’ve learned during my tenure as both employee and CEO, it’s that waiting for the “right time” in business can be a costly mistake. Whether in my journey as an entrepreneur or in facing serious health challenges, I’ve seen firsthand how uncertainty often creates the exact conditions for growth and success. Early in my career, I too hesitated at times — … [More]
Los Angeles Hotspot Makes Its Arizona Debut Inside Scottsdale Fashion Square
The highly-anticipated coastal Italian hotspot, Élephante, is set to debut December 4th inside a stunning, custom-designed space at Scottsdale Fashion Square. Now accepting reservations, Élephante will be open for dinner only beginning on December 4th (4pm-11pm), with lunch and weekend brunch service to soon follow. Élephante’s vibrant, seasonal menus transport guests to the … [More]
Community Leaders and Supporters Came Together to Raise Funds for Sports and Fitness Programs
Ability360 hosted its fundraising breakfast on Thursday, Nov. 7., raising over $135,000 to support sports and fitness programs that benefit athletes with disabilities from all walks of life, including youth and professionals. “I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the leaders, advocates and sponsors who joined us in uplifting the Ability360 community at this … [More]
Foundation Donates $215,000 to Valley Nonprofits
The Rosendin Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded to make a positive impact on communities through financial grants and volunteer work, donated $215,000 in total to 10 Valley charitable organizations. The nonprofits support the local community in many ways such as empowering individuals, helping children, caring for cancer patients, supporting domestic … [More]
The Pandemic-Led Rent Growth Boom Is Beginning to Fizzle, Metro Phoenix Sees No Change
CoreLogic®, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released its latest Single-Family Rent Index (SFRI), which analyzes single-family rent price changes nationally and across major metropolitan areas. The report highlights the slowing growth in key rental metros which all experienced population spikes during the … [More]
Credit Union Launches Buy Now, Pay Later to Members, First in Arizona
Chandler-based First Credit Union announced that it has added Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) to its suite of online banking products. First CU has selected equipifi, a leading BNPL platform also headquartered in Arizona, to power its solution. First Credit Union is the first credit union to launch BNPL in Arizona. It has selected equipifi, a leading BNPL platform designed for … [More]
Top Entertainment Returns to ‘Rock the Block’ at Barrett-Jackson’s 2025 Scottsdale Auction
Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is excited to announce the 2nd annual “Rock the Block” concert with Sammy Hagar and Friends performing live on Friday, Jan. 17, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Tickets go on sale on Friday, Nov. 29, and start at $89. Elevate your experience with premium hospitality suite tickets that include a hosted bar, food … [More]
Intel Finalizes $7.86B Funding Award under U.S. CHIPS Act
Intel Corporation and the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Intel have reached agreement on terms to award the company up to $7.86 billion in direct funding for its commercial semiconductor manufacturing projects under the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act. The award will support Intel’s previously announced plans to advance critical … [More]
Gen Z and Millennials to Small Businesses: Get Online or Get Left Behind
New GoDaddy survey shows 80% of young shoppers research businesses before buying
Maintaining an online presence is important to small businesses, but is it necessary? According to new data from GoDaddy, if a business's target audience is Gen Z or Millennials, not having one could seriously impact their bottom line. A majority (80%) of 1,000 Gen Z and Millennial U.S. consumers surveyed in September shared they research small businesses online before … [More]
Banner Estrella Begins Hospital Expansion, Facility to Add 36 Beds by 2026
Banner Estrella Medical Center began a major construction project to expand and enhance its services in the west Phoenix area. Construction has begun to add 36 licensed beds, with the new spaces expected to open to the public by June 2026. The $37 million expansion project includes building out additional space in the operating room and expanding the women and infant service … [More]
Global Sports Brand Expands Automated Fulfillment in Glendale
AutoStore and systems integrator Bastian Solutions have once again partnered with global sports brand PUMA. They announced an expansion of their strategic collaboration by implementing the AutoStore system at a new distribution center in Glendale, Arizona. With this new facility, PUMA aims to increase daily order fulfillment from 100,000 to 200,000, enhancing speed, efficiency, … [More]
Franchisee Answers Demand for More Phoenix Area Restaurants
Hawaiian Bros is debuting a new island-inspired franchise location in Phoenix, Ariz. This is the fifth location to be opened in Phoenix by Stine Enterprises under their recent franchisee agreement. To celebrate, Hawaiian Bros is hosting a grand opening celebration at its new location in Phoenix, Ariz. (4445 E. Thomas Rd., at the cross of 44th St.) on Monday, November 25 at … [More]
Arizona Utilities Plan to Join Markets+ to Strengthen Grid Reliability and Resilience
Customers to benefit from more savings, greater resource diversity and expanded transmission pathways
Arizona Public Service (APS), Salt River Project (SRP), Tucson Electric Power and UniSource Energy Services announced plans to join Southwest Power Pool’s (SPP) Markets+, a day-ahead and real-time energy market that is anticipated to span through the northwest, southwest and mountain west regions of the U.S. The new market is expected to bring enhanced reliability and savings … [More]
Theater Purchases First Residence to House Performers, Artisans
Arizona Broadway Theatre, currently in its 20th season, recently purchased a residence in Peoria, Ariz., to house out-of-town directors, designers, performers and apprentices. This is the first purchase of its type for the nonprofit organization. The nine-bedroom, four-bathroom facility with a casita and kitchenette on the property, is located at 12460 N. 74th Ln., Peoria, AZ … [More]
Investor Home Purchases Plateau after a Pandemic-Era Rollercoaster Ride, Phoenix Fared OK
Real estate investors purchased 2.3% fewer homes in the third quarter than they did a year earlier, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. The small size of the change is notable because it comes after four years of huge swings driven by the wild pandemic-era housing market. For instance, investor purchases … [More]
Over-The-Top Car Show Gears Up for 4th Annual Arizona Show, Dec. 7
Following record-setting shows in Los Angeles, Dallas-Fort Worth, West Palm Beach, New Jersey, Atlanta and overseas in Tokyo, Japan, FuelFest is set to open gates for their 4th annual show in the Phoenix Valley, at the Westworld of Scottsdale on Saturday, December 7th. Gates for the event open to the public from 1-8pm. Admission tickets start at $35 per person and kids 12 and … [More]
World’s Largest Classic Car Sales Co. Joins the $500M Peoria Place Master Plan
Greystar, a global leader in the investment, development and management of institutional-quality commercial real estate, has signed a lease with Gateway Classic Cars, representing its first tenant commitment at the three-building, Class A Caliber by Greystar industrial development in Peoria, Arizona. Under the lease, Gateway Classic Cars of Scottsdale will occupy 43,809 square … [More]
