Montage Partners, a people-first private equity firm, introduces its Montage AccelerateTM program, designed to provide founders and management teams with hands-on resources and tools to build upon their successful foundation and scale their companies faster. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, Montage Partners has invested in 20 companies since its inception; nine are … [More]
Credit Union Acquires Yuma-Based Bank
OneAZ Credit Union and Western Arizona Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of 1st Bank Yuma, announce that they have entered into a definitive agreement in which OneAZ will acquire 1st Bank Yuma, assuming substantially all assets and liabilities, in an all-cash transaction. This transaction was unanimously approved by both the boards of directors of OneAZ and 1st Bank … [More]
Elevated Coastal Italian Hotspot Arrives in Scottsdale This Fall
Opening this fall at Scottsdale Fashion Square, Élephante is an all-new coastal Italian restaurant combining irresistible fare, delightful drinks and spectacular vibes. Handcrafted by renowned restaurateur and designer, Nick Mathers, every single aspect of this 12,000 square foot dining destination, with a total capacity of 345, including 60 patio seats, has been bespoke built, … [More]
Chandler Eatery Rolls Out ‘Love on the Rocks’ Specialty Sushi Dining Experience
Rock Lobster, an award-winning sushi bar in Chandler, is turning up the heat with the launch of "Love on the Rocks" Date Night! Every Thursday night, couples, friends, and groups are invited to indulge in an unforgettable evening filled with over-the-top sushi rolls and dazzling Rockaritas. "Not only do we have a new Executive Chef and a fresh, upgraded look, 'Love on the … [More]
Community Tech Hub Launches Foundation to Expand Accessibility to STEM Education
GenTech, a community tech hub that provides personal tech support and STEM education programming, has launched the GenTech Foundation to bring its KidsTech program to more Valley schools, bridging the STEM education divide among students and allowing more kids the opportunity to explore their interest in technology. As part of its launch, the foundation has partnered with the … [More]
True Food Kitchen Unveils New Market Concept in Scottsdale
True Food Kitchen will introduce its brand-new concept, True Food Market. The perfect neighborhood destination for tasty, wholesome meals designed to fuel busy lifestyles, True Food Market will combine the quality guests have come to expect from True Food Kitchen with the convenience of a casual grab-and-go experience. True Food Market will be part restaurant, part market, … [More]
Data Center Vacancy Falls to 3% in the Americas, Phoenix Still Holds Third Largest Market Status
Cushman & Wakefield, the global real estate services firm, has released its latest research report on data center markets, showing that power and component lead times continue to slow delivery of new supply. The vacancy rate in the Americas has fallen to 3%, with over 80% of deliveries pre-leased in major markets, pushing lease rates higher. Phoenix comes in at the third … [More]
ASU Establishes Center for Free Speech, Will Host Annual Free Speech Forum
Arizona State University is establishing a new Center for Free Speech to encourage the uninhibited exchange of ideas, and the university will launch an annual free speech forum that will begin in spring 2025. With students from all 50 states and more than 150 countries, ASU’s students, alumni, faculty, staff and visitors come from virtually every background and walk of life, … [More]
Hilton Phoenix Resort at The Peak Sells, Plans Set to Elevate Property
It was known as the Pointe when it opened nearly 50 years ago, nestled in Piestewa Peak near 16th Street and Northern. Today this resort, at the crossroads of the Valley, has a new owner and a new future. Phoenix based Pivotal Group has purchased The Hilton Phoenix Resort at the Peak. New York’s Fortress Investment Group was the seller. The $100 million acquisition and … [More]
Avondale Mayor to Resign, Takes New Role with NASCAR
Avondale Mayor Kenn Weise announced his resignation from the Avondale City Council effective Oct. 13, to transition to a new role with NASCAR. With his term on the Avondale City Council originally set to expire Dec. 31, 2024, Mayor Weise announced he is stepping down a few weeks early to join NASCAR as Government Affairs Director, where he will manage and nurture … [More]
Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix Opens Four New Operating Rooms
New spaces will allow for improved patient care, efficiency
Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix recently unveiled four new state-of-the-art operating rooms. The hospital now has a total of 28 operating rooms available for patients. The new additions will be used primarily for neurosurgery, orthopedics and general surgery. The expansion will provide capacity for an estimated 15% growth in surgical volume each year, meaning more … [More]
Park Central Hosts New Cross Training and Education Program with BNI with Band Fellows From Vietnam
Park Central and the Phoenix Medical Quarter are hosting a groundbreaking partnership with leading neurologists from Vietnam and Barrow Neurological Institute. This cross-training and educational collaboration, initiated through key discussions held by Plaza Companies principals and Barrow Neurological Institute with the McCain Institute, signifies a new era of … [More]
Local Coffee Roaster Expands Roots with Acquisition of Panama Coffee Farm
PRESS Coffee, the Phoenix-based specialty coffee roaster is excited to announce its acquisition of a Panama coffee estate. Since its establishment in 2008, the PRESS Coffee team has been committed to sourcing and serving the highest quality specialty coffee. With this addition, the coffee roaster will truly be fulfilling the farm-to-cup path and sourcing beans from … [More]
World’s Leading Guitar Manufacturer Breaks Ground on New Arizona Co-Headquarters at PV
RED Development joined Fender Musical Instruments Corp., the world's leading guitar manufacturer, yesterday for a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction on its new Arizona co-headquarters in a fully dedicated facility slated to open in 2025 at PV, the more than $2 billion multi-phase, multi-year redevelopment of the former Paradise Valley … [More]
Family Fun Center Signs Lease for Scottsdale Location
Western Retail Advisors has completed a 50,000-square-foot lease that will soon establish the latest metro Phoenix location for the fast-growing family fun park concept. The new Slick City will sit at 9189 Talking Stick Way, within The Pavilions at Talking Stick, a 1.3 million-square-foot power center occupying more than 128 acres along the Loop 101 near Indian Bend Road in … [More]
Industry Veteran Promoted to President and COO of Sundt Construction
Sundt Construction, Inc. has promoted construction industry veteran Cade Rowley to President and Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Rowley will serve as leader of all operational strategy and execution, overseeing each of the company’s seven business units. Mike Hoover, Sundt’s President and CEO since 2016, will continue to serve as CEO and Chairman of the Board of … [More]
PR Veteran Departs Longtime Partnership to Launch PR Agency
Proof, a results-driven public relations agency founded by 20-year industry expert Melissa DiGianfilippo launched October 1, 2024. With a seasoned team of PR professionals, Proof is set to distinguish itself as an industry leader by helping local and national brands stand out from the crowd and get attention, attract qualified leads and drive real business growth. Based in … [More]
Two Specialty Digital Marketing Agencies Merge
RYNO Strategic Solutions and Blue Corona, two leading digital marketing agencies specializing in the home services industry, are thrilled to announce that the companies are merging effective Oct. 1, 2024. This strategic union combines nearly 30 years of expertise from both companies, unifying under the RYNO Strategic Solutions brand, creating an unrivaled market leader. Mike … [More]
