In a bold move that strengthens its leadership in labor and employment law services, Fennemore, a leading full-service business law firm, is combining with BurnsBarton, a premier Phoenix-based employment law and litigation boutique firm, effective June 2, 2025. The strategic union nearly doubles the number of Phoenix-based attorneys in Fennemore’s Employment and Labor Law … [More]
8 in 10 Hiring Managers Say Recent College Grads Didn’t Work Out on the Job
Managers report excessive phone use, lack of professionalism, and poor initiative among recent graduates
Resume.org, the leading platform for building a resume, has released new findings from an April 2025 survey assessing how hiring managers view recent college graduates. The survey of 1,000 U.S. hiring managers reveals that 8 in 10 say a recent college graduate didn’t work out at their company in the past year, and 65% say they had to fire at least one. Managers also report … [More]
Scottsdale General Contractor Recognized among the Nation’s Top Builders
Lifestyle Homes earned a coveted spot on the 2025 Builder 100 List by BUILDER Magazine. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Lifestyle Homes is a leading general contractor specializing in high-density build-to-rent communities across Arizona. The company was honored along with other top home builders in the United States during a three-day summit in Dana Point, California, May … [More]
New Tariffs Reshape Economic Landscape, Highlighting Commercial Real Estate’s Stability
Sweeping tariff policy heightens uncertainty. The recent introduction of the “Liberation Day tariffs” marks the most significant shift in U.S. trade policy in more than a century, propelling the net effective tariff rate from about 2.5 percent last year to well above that for most countries. A 10 percent blanket tariff now covers nearly all imports. Initially, 90 countries … [More]
Small Businesses Stay Confident amid U.S. Economic Uncertainty
Nearly half of U.S. small and microbusiness owners expect the national economy to weaken in the coming months. Despite the outlook, most still believe their own businesses will grow, according to new survey data released today by GoDaddy. In the latest findings from the GoDaddy Small Business Research Lab, formerly known as Venture Forward, 49% of 2,100 U.S. microbusiness … [More]
Phoenix Recognized as a National Leader in Affordable Housing Development
Phoenix has earned a spot as one of the top 10 cities leading the way in affordable housing development, according to a recent report by Yardi Matrix. The report underscores Phoenix’s commitment to expanding affordable housing options and the City’s proactive approach to addressing the growing need for accessible living spaces for all residents. The most … [More]
WESTMARC Announces 2025 Economic Development Summit Focused on Tourism, Entertainment, and Emerging Micro-Downtowns in the West Valley, May 13
WESTMARC is proud to announce its highly anticipated 2025 Economic Development Summit, set for May 13, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Grand Canyon University. This year’s summit will highlight the West Valley’s emergence as a premier tourism and entertainment destination while showcasing a multitude of amenities ranging from national sports to global music artists choosing … [More]
Arizona Is the Sixth-Best State to Work In for Wage Increases, Study Finds
A new study finds that Arizona experienced the sixth-largest wage increase between 2020 and 2023, recording an 18.4% increase. This wasn't too far behind the state with the largest percentage increase, Montana, which saw a 20.7% rise. According to the data, only four states saw wage increases that outpaced inflation. Work management experts Asana analyzed Bureau of Labor … [More]
What’s New in Scottsdale for Summer ’25
Dive into summer savings, relaxation and stay-cool attractions
Whether making a splash in the pool at one of Scottsdale's new and refreshed resorts, savoring a bucket list culinary experience, enjoying "noctourism" activities, or immersing oneself in art and culture, Scottsdale is swimming with endless opportunities for visitors to take the plunge into fun, adventure and relaxation.Resort Roundup Finding personal zen is … [More]
SRP Awards $200,000 in Grants to 55 Arizona Teachers for Innovative Classroom Projects
Salt River Project (SRP) announced it will award $200,000 in STEM, history and social science grants to support 55 elementary, middle and high school classrooms across the state through its Classroom Grants Program. The SRP Classroom Grants Program aims to support schools, educators and students as they develop projects and curriculum geared toward state-mandated … [More]
Greater Phoenix Housing Market Gains Momentum with Sales Increase
The number of residential home sales rose for the second month in a row. Year-over-year closed home deals increased 4.1% compared to the first four months of 2024. “With all the questions about the economy, it’s reassuring to see closings rise again,” said Christy Walker, board president of Phoenix REALTORS®. “New listings are also up again, which gives us a diverse range of … [More]
Optimize Your Business: Time Milestones for Your Business Exit
Selling your business is a milestone, both personally and financially—but it also takes a well thought out plan to maximize the sale proceeds and to prepare yourself personally for the business exit. The more time the business owners have in crafting and executing their business exit plan will result in a higher probability of them to achieve their desired outcomes. … [More]
$120M Development Breaks Ground in Queen Creek
Leading real estate developer Creation, in partnership with Horizon Real Estate Ltd., broke ground on The Switchyard, a $120 million mixed-use project poised to become Queen Creek’s first walkable, design-driven district, uniting sought-after restaurants, retail, offices and future residential. Joining the restaurant mix are Snooze, an A.M. Eatery, a vibrant breakfast and … [More]
Plans for Additional Tempe Town Lake Recreation Opportunities Begin to Take Shape
If you’ve ever wanted to partner with the City and open a recreation amenity business on Tempe Town Lake, the City of Tempe is looking for great concepts and companies to add to the suite of activities available on the lakeshore as part of exciting next steps for the implementation of the Rio Salado Master Plan. The Rio Salado Master Plan provides a roadmap for additional … [More]
Arizona Wins Economic Development Award
Business Facilities magazine recently announced Arizona as a winner of its Economic Development Organization (EDO) Awards, marking the third year in a row that Arizona has been recognized for innovative economic development initiatives. Arizona was selected as one of 10 state winners for ConnectAllAZ, an initiative that furthers Arizona’s broadband expansion efforts to … [More]
Valley Nonprofit Announces Rebrand
Assistance League of Phoenix, which has served Arizona students and families for more than 64 years, is pleased to announce a rebrand that includes changing the organization’s name to Delivering Dreams of Arizona. “We are thrilled to share this exciting news with the community,” said Aimee Runyon, Chief Executive Officer, Delivering Dreams of Arizona. “The new name is a … [More]
Phoenix-Based Cognite Fuels Industrial AI Revolution with Inaugural Class of Cognite Fellows
Cognite, the global leader in industrial AI, announced the appointment of Torgrim Aas, Jan Eivind Danielsen, and Thorkild Stray as the inaugural class of Cognite Fellows. This landmark initiative underscores Cognite's deepening commitment to empowering customers with cutting-edge industrial Data and AI solutions while simultaneously building enduring know-how and … [More]
Popcorn Shop Pops Up at Phoenix Sky Harbor’s Terminal 4
Travel days just got a lot more delicious. Garrett Popcorn Shops, the world-famous purveyor of handcrafted gourmet popcorn, has officially landed in Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport’s Terminal 4, with a sleek new walk-up shop designed by Ideation Design Group (IDG). Located in one of the busiest terminals at Sky Harbor, the new Garrett Popcorn location … [More]
