FirstBank, one of the nation's largest privately held banks with a focus on "banking for good,” is partnering with the Phoenix Suns to announce the return of its FirstBank Empowerment Awards. This season-long initiative aims to strengthen marginalized communities by providing financial grants and marketing support to minority-owned businesses across the Valley. “We know … [More]
Phoenix Suns and FirstBank Give Boost to Minority-Owned Businesses
Season-long initiative provides financial grants and promotional support to six local businesses
Scottsdale Chamber Announces 2023 Business Volunteer Award Recipients
The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce announced its 2023 Business Volunteer Award recipients. These awards, given annually since their inception in 2004, honor Chamber Members and supporters who, in their role as volunteers, have made a significant and positive impact on the Chamber and our community. Honorees are nominated by members of the Chamber and selected by Chamber … [More]
Arizona-Assembled EV Named to Car and Driver’s 10 Best List in Its First Year of Eligibility
Lucid Group, Inc., pioneering a new era of luxury electric experience with the Lucid Air, the vehicle assembled at Lucid’s factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, revealed that after a rigorous evaluation process Car and Driver has selected the Lucid Air Pure to join its esteemed 10Best List for 2024, which recognizes vehicles that have impressed editors with their respective … [More]
Phoenix-Based Coaching Co. Awards Its Prestigious ‘Excellence in Leadership’ Award to a Champion of Mental Health
Phoenix-based Mission Facilitators awards their 2023 Excellence in Leadership Award to Brian Murray, CEO of Ryan Companies. The goal of the award is to give back to a person who has not only made a big impact on Mission Facilitators, but on the community and employees they serve. “In thirty-one years, I have never met a leader who so courageously made mental health a … [More]
Southwest Behavioral Honored
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services, an innovative leader in behavioral health, was recently recognized by the Peer and Family Career Academy with the Hope to Outcomes Organization Award. These awards honor those making a difference in the integrated health field, with a particular focus on Peer and Family Supports. … [More]
IFMA Award for ThermaClear HVAC
Phoenix-based ECM Technologies, a leading innovator in HVAC efficiency and energy conservation solutions, was named the winner of the 2023 International Facility Management Association Awards of Excellence, Facility Management Innovation Award for its ThermaClear® HVAC anti-thermal degradation technology. The game-changing new product restores and enhances HVAC system … [More]
Cox Recognized for Fastest Downloads
Cox Communications has been recognized by Ookla® Speedtest® for offering America’s fastest download speeds for the third quarter of 2023, its high-speed fiber-powered broadband service achieving median speeds of 260.09 Mbps. Ookla is a global leader in connectivity intelligence. Ookla Speedtest also recognized Cox has having the fastest download speeds here in Phoenix for the … [More]
10 to 1 Public Relations Wins 2023 Awards
Following its International Titan award for PR Agency of the Year and Bulldog PR award for Mid-Sized PR Agency, Scottsdale-based 10 to 1 Public Relations, a strategic communications firm servicing clients in various industries across the country, was recently awarded “PR Agency of the Year” at PRSA Phoenix’s annual Copper Anvil Awards. … [More]
Arizona Biltmore Resort Receives Regional Awards for Sustainability Measures
The Phoenix resort was honored with Salt River Project’s Champions of Sustainability Award and Arizona Lodging and Tourism’s 2023 Good Earth Keeping Award for sustainability practices
Arizona Biltmore, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, has officially been named a leader in environmental sustainability and innovation by the region’s water and energy company Salt River Project in its 10th annual Champions of Sustainability Awards. The program honors businesses in the Sonoran Valley that have implemented energy efficient solutions through participation in the company’s … [More]
Ignite Sparked by BBB Named among Best Coworking Spaces in Phoenix
ignite sparked by BBB, a coworking and meeting destination located in the heart of Phoenix, has proudly secured a spot on The Phoenix Review's esteemed list of Best Coworking Spaces. This prestigious recognition reaffirms ignite's commitment to providing an unparalleled work environment for local entrepreneurs. The modern, inclusive space is owned and operated by Better … [More]
SRP Ranks Highest Among National and Western Utilities for Business Customer Satisfaction
For the second year in a row, Salt River Project (SRP) ranked highest in business customer satisfaction among all large electricity providers in the nation according to a recent study issued by J.D. Power. SRP also ranked first among large electricity providers in the West Region for the third consecutive year. According to J.D. Power’s 2023 Electric Utility Business … [More]
Three Phoenix Businesswomen Announced as 2023 Athena Award Recipients
The Greater Phoenix Chamber announced the 2023 ATHENA private sector, public sector, and young professional award recipients at its 36th Annual ATHENA Awards. Melody Lewis, Owner & Founder, Indigenous Community Collaborative, was awarded the 2023 ATHENA Award in the private sector. Jeri Royce, President & CEO, Advance Community, earned the 2023 ATHENA Award in the … [More]
Phoenix Becomes an A-Lister in Environmental Action
Phoenix has been recognized by Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) as one of 119 cities across the globe that is taking bold leadership on environmental action and transparency. Thanks to the environmental efforts implemented by Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and the City, Phoenix received an A … [More]
Regional Emmy Awards Announce 2023 Recipients
The Rocky Mountain Southwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced its 2023 recipients at the 46th annual awards gala on Nov. 4. Boasting a sold-out crowd, the awards ceremony honored television & digital media professionals in more than 100 categories including news, sports, programming, spots and craft. Each entry was judged against … [More]
Study Reveals Best and Worst U.S. International Airports for Holiday Travel, Sky Harbor Top Time Saver
As global wanderlust begins with the arrival of the holidays, a new study by Upgraded Points helps guide international travelers seeking to navigate the festive airport chaos. As seasoned travelers know, some international airports are just slower than others at these times. But Upgraded Points delved into some solid airport immigration data to provide an insightful snapshot … [More]
Arizona Craft Brewers Guild Names Tempe-Based Co. Brewery of the Year
The Arizona Craft Brewers Guild celebrated the craft beer community at the second annual Arizona Craft Beer Awards at a ceremony. Pedal Haus Brewery took home the top honor and was named the 2023 Brewery of the Year. There was a large turnout with 53 local breweries submitting 194 beers to be judged. An independent panel of 65 judges blind sampled the beers and evaluated them … [More]
Center for the Future of Arizona’s 20th Anniversary Builds Momentum to Achieve the Arizona We Want
Arizona leaders across sectors gathered to mark the nonprofit’s milestone
Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to bringing Arizonans together to create a stronger and brighter future for the state, celebrated 20 years of impact with an anniversary event where the organization unveiled plans to embark on a three-year campaign designed to accelerate its progress in the years ahead. CFA's … [More]
Governor Appoints REDW Principal Roderick to State Board of Accountancy
Christina C. Roderick, CPA, MST, CGMA, who leads REDW’s Tax Advisory practice as a principal in the firm’s Phoenix office, has been appointed by Gov. Katie Hobbs to the Arizona State Board of Accountancy after serving 13 years on its Tax Practice Committee, where she acted as both vice-chair and chair. … [More]
