Inc., the most prestigious ranking service for businesses shaping the future, announced that 72SOLD is No. 2 on its fifth annual Inc. Regionals: Southwest list, the most respected ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the Southwest, which includes Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. An extension of the national Inc. 5000 list (72SOLD ranked #1 among real … [More]
Gold for Robson Communities
Robson Resort Communities, a premier leader in luxury 55+ living, earned three Gold Awards at The Nationals, the prestigious New Home Sales and Marketing Awards presented by the National Association of Home Builders. This year, in addition to several Silver Awards reported last month, Robson Resort Communities distinguished itself with Gold Awards in the following … [More]
3 from UBS on Financial Planning Top 40 under 40
Three of UBS’s financial advisors in its Pacific Desert Market areas of Southern California and Arizona have been named to the Financial Planning Top 40 Brokers Under 40 listing for 2025: Scott MacDonald (Scottsdale), Stockton Schultz (Phoenix) and Bryan Thompson (San Diego). Nationwide, UBS held 12 of the 40 top spots. … [More]
LDV Winery Wins Prestigious Awards
LDV Winery, with its vineyard and estate in the Chiricahua Mountains of southeastern Arizona and its Tasting Room in Old Town Scottsdale, won awards from the prestigious 2025 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition for three of its popular wines: 2023 LDV Winery Rosé (Silver), 2017 LDV Winery Petite Sirah (Bronze) and 2022 LDV Winery Viognier (Bronze). The San Francisco … [More]
Gilbert Economic Development Director Honored
Gilbert Office of Economic Development Director Dan Henderson, CEcD, was recently honored by the International Economic Development Council as the recipient of the 2024 Jeffrey A. Finkle Organizational Leadership Award in recognition of his exceptional leadership and dedication to economic development in his nearly two decades of advancing economic development efforts in … [More]
Arizona Water Company Celebrates 70 Years as a Proud Community Partner
Arizona Water Company is celebrating 70 Years of serving Arizona customers and communities, providing services to more than 300,000 customers in 30 communities across the state. (historical photos are attached, photo credit: "courtesy of Arizona Water Company") Arizona’s second largest private water provider celebrates 70 years of delivering exceptional service to communities … [More]
Arizona Highways Magazine Marks 100 Years of Showcasing Our State
ADOT publication celebrates Arizona’s scenery, history, culture
In April 1925, Arizona’s State Highway Department launched a monthly magazine “devoted to the interest of good roads.” The 16-page first edition of Arizona Highways included an article explaining the use of expansion joints on bridges, advertisements from companies involved in road construction and a few so-so photos, each showing a section of … [More]
Agency Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation in Marketing and Public Relations
The James Agency (TJA), an integrated marketing firm, announced its 20th anniversary, which will be celebrated on March 17, 2025. For two decades, TJA has been a driving force in shaping the marketing landscape, delivering impactful marketing strategies that have elevated brands locally and nationally. Founded in March 2005 by Veronique James, The James Agency has grown from … [More]
Employee Benefits Co. Recognized as Blue Zones Approved Worksite
Benefit Commerce Group, an Alera Group company, is proud to announce that the company has been officially recognized as a Blue Zones Approved Worksite by the Blue Zones Project Scottsdale. This prestigious designation is awarded to employers who demonstrate a commitment to promoting health, happiness, and longevity among their workforce. In celebration of this achievement, … [More]
Robson Communities Wins 5 Silvers in Marketing
Robson Resort Communities, a leader in luxury 55+ living, was awarded five Silver Awards by the prestigious Nationals New Home Sales and Marketing Awards presented by the National Association of Home Builders. These include the Print Ad for 55+ Buyer and the 55+ Integrated Marketing Strategy/Campaign for "Say Goodbye to the Regular 9 to 5,” and the Digital Advertising for … [More]
ClearSky Rehab Hospital among Top in Nation
ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Avondale was ranked in the Top 10% of medical rehabilitation hospitals in the nation by Quality Business Awards for providing patient care that is effective, efficient, timely and patient-centered. The 30-bed hospital provides specialized rehabilitative care to patients who are recovering from disabling injuries or illnesses such as strokes, … [More]
AvAir Recognized as Industry Leader
For the fifth consecutive year, AvAir, an inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket now celebrating its 25th year, was awarded the No. 1 position on Airline Economics’ Aviation 100 “Parts Supplier of the Year” award. This remarkable achievement solidifies AvAir’s reputation as an industry leader with an unwavering commitment to excellence. Over the last year, … [More]
USA TODAY Honors Phoenix’s Own Community and Economic Development Director
In celebration of Women’s History Month, USA TODAY will again be honoring exceptional women across the country with their 4th annual 2025 USA TODAY Women of the Year. This year, USA TODAY is honoring Phoenix’s own Community and Economic Development director, Christine Mackay. For almost a decade, Christine has played a key role in attracting business, boosting the economy and … [More]
This Valley Hotel Named Five-Star Restaurant and Spa in Forbes Travel Guide’s 2025 Star Awards
Forbes Travel Guide, the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, announced the 2025 Star Awards. Both Kai Restaurant and Aji Spa have earned the 2025 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award, one of only This marks the sixth time Aji Spa has been honored with the prestigious Five-Star award. Aji Spa joins Kai which has maintained the Five-Star accolade … [More]
Scottsdale Restaurant Named a Top 44 Restaurant by USA Today
On the heels of Chef Cory Oppold’s 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist nomination for Best Chef – Southwest and COURSE’s big wins at the 2024 Foodist Awards (Top Chef & Emerging Restaurant of the Year), COURSE has received another major recognition—COURSE has been named one of USA Today’s Top 44 Restaurants in America! As one of only two Arizona restaurants to receive this … [More]
Queen Creek Olive Mill Celebrates 20th Anniversary Milestone
Queen Creek Olive Mill, Arizona’s premier olive mill and agritourism destination, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. To mark this milestone, the family-owned business has launched a limited-edition extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), featuring a throwback label design that reflects the company’s rich history and commitment to quality. Made with 100 percent … [More]
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Surpasses Passenger Record
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has broken another passenger record. 2024 is the busiest year ever in the airport's history. The year-end passenger numbers show a 7.5 percent increase from 2023's record-breaking numbers. In total, 52,325,266 passengers came through Phoenix Sky Harbor's terminals in 2024. “The airport continues to set the bar for record … [More]
Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shops No. 31 on ‘Future 50’
Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop, which is headquartered in the Scottsdale Airpark and has locations across Scottsdale, Surprise, Chandler, Queen Creek and Laveen, has been named among Restaurant Business’s “Future 50” for the first time in its 30-year history, earning the No. 31 spot nationwide. It also was named in 2024 among the Top 100 Movers & Shakers in the United States by … [More]
