Nathan Friedman is the CEO of HemaSense, an Arizona-based startup with a wearable patch that detects bleeding beneath the skin before it surfaces at skin level. With a background in medtech innovation, Friedman and his team saw an opportunity to improve health outcomes for patients post-surgery. They developed a device that measures electrical conductivity through tissue to … [More]
This Program Could Unlock $2.5 Million in Arizona Startup Funding
An Arizona MedTech Startup Shows What Is Possible
Arizona Ranks among Nation’s Fastest-Growing Housing Markets
A new study has revealed that Arizona had the sixth-highest percentage increase in housing units between 2020 and 2025. Home services specialists Cinch Home Services analyzed census data to find which states have had the largest percentage increase in housing units between 2020 and 2025. Arizona experienced the sixth-highest percentage increase in housing units between … [More]
Phoenix Housing Market Hits a September Speed Bump
Greater Phoenix’s single-family housing market held onto year-to-date sales gains through September, but the month brought a sharper slowdown in new contract activity, according to data from Phoenix REALTORS. Closed sales dropped 4.9%, and new listings dropped 3.7% in September this year compared to last year, but pending sales plummeted 40.1%. Year over year, national closed … [More]
Beyond the Rate: How to Leverage Term Loans for Growth
When most people think of a loan, they focus on a single number: the interest rate. But for small business owners, borrowing should be a much more strategic decision. A term loan is a versatile tool. Whatever its purpose, the true value of a loan comes down to protecting cash flow and scaling the business. Matching the Loan to the Need Business owners often treat an … [More]
How Arizona Utilities are Planning for a Future with Less Colorado River Water
With federal cuts reducing Arizona’s Colorado River allocation by 27 percent each year through 2028, many people are coming to us concerned and asking: “Will I still have water?” “Will my tap run dry?” “What should we do?” The short answer is that Arizona faces serious long-term water challenges, but these cuts do not mean customers should expect their taps to suddenly run … [More]
Small Business Confidence Cools despite Above-Average Optimism
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index dipped in August to 98.7, just 1.1 points below July’s highest level since August 2025, but remaining above the 52-year average of 98.0. The Uncertainty Index fell 2 points to 89, remaining above the historical average of 68. “Uncertainty remains elevated among small business owners as they face a mixed set of challenges with weakened … [More]
Arizona’s Growth Engine is Cooling but Still Outpacing the Nation
Arizona’s economy remains resilient as it navigates evolving conditions, but it is increasingly characterized by mixed labor market conditions and slower growth. The labor market improved from dismal job growth in late-2025, but job gains were concentrated in a few sectors as employers stayed cautious about hiring. Elevated gasoline prices due to conflict in the Middle East … [More]
Phoenix Retail Demand Leads U.S. with 90% of New Space Committed
The Phoenix retail market recorded approximately 1.1 million square feet of net absorption during the first half of 2026, the highest total among major U.S. markets, according to Marcus & Millichap’s third-quarter Phoenix Metro Retail Market Report. The strong absorption reflects continued demand from major retailers, which are leasing newly delivered space and selectively … [More]
Water Grants Offer Valley Businesses up to $10K for Conservation Upgrades
After two successful years of saving more than 81 million gallons of water, Friends of the Verde River, in partnership with Salt River Project, are once again supporting local water conservation projects through the River Friendly Living Grants Program. This initiative provides funding for innovative water-saving projects that benefit homes, businesses, and crucial water … [More]
Smart Steps to Position a Business for Mergers & Acquisitions
Ensure that financial, legal and operational perspectives remain in focus
Mergers and acquisitions activity remains strong across industries. Many M&A opportunities stem from a combination of strategic repositioning and succession planning. Whether exploring current M&A activity as a buyer or a seller, working closely with a trusted team of professional partners as early as possible helps mitigate risk and ensure agreements will honor an … [More]
