SCHEELS, an employee-owned All Sports retailer, is excited to bring its first location to Arizona, opening Fall of 2023 in Chandler. The new shopping destination is planned for the Chandler Fashion Center after a full renovation and expansion of a vacant building, and will feature 220,000 square feet of premium retail adventure for the entire family. The new Arizona SCHEELS … [More]
Valley-Based Cyber-Safety Co. Named to 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2021
3BL Media has named NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a leading consumer Cyber Safety company, to its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) transparency and performance among the 1,000 largest U.S. public companies. This is the second year that NortonLifeLock has been recognized by 3BL and earned a top 10 … [More]
Oregano’s to Unveil New ‘Takeout-Only’ Concept in Tempe
Oregano’s, known for i ts authentic Chicago-style pizza, pastas, sandwiches and salads, is preparing to add something new to its menu: a takeout-only concept in Tempe. Oregano’s Takeout Kitchen will debut June 2, 2021, at 1705 W. University Dr., just west of Priest Drive. Guests can expect the same big portions and great flavors that have made Oregano’s a staple around the … [More]
Home Builder Announces Opening of New-Home Community in a Popular West Phoenix Location
KB Home announced the grand opening of Oak Park, a new community of ranch-style homes in highly desirable Avondale, Arizona. The new community is situated north of Interstate 10 and west of Loop 101 on the corner of North Avondale Boulevard and West Thomas Road, providing easy access to downtown Phoenix and the area’s major employment centers as well as Sky Harbor International … [More]
Local Donut Shop Partners With Vans to Spread Sweet Joy in the Valley
Self-proclaimed Chief Donut Officer and local baked goods chef, Alex McEntire opened Chin Up Donuts in November of 2020 with a mission to share positivity and optimism in the world. To grow her business, McEntire applied for Vans “Foot the Bill” initiative, which was developed to help small business get back on their feet throughout the pandemic. Vans selects businesses that … [More]
The Alkaline Water Company and Shaquille O’Neal Enter a New Partnership
The Alkaline Water Company Inc., the country’s largest independent alkaline water company, is pleased to announce that basketball Hall of Famer and entertainment icon Shaquille O’Neal will be joining The Alkaline Water Company as an equity partner and member of the Company’s Board of Advisors. He will also serve as a marquee brand ambassador for … [More]
Bracelet Program Launched to Communicate Vaccination Status to Public
With three successful COVID-19 vaccines currently in distribution worldwide, health experts say the end of the pandemic is finally within reach. COVID Verified is a new program that aims to be a 'shot in the arm' in support of global vaccination efforts by offering an easily identifiable way for vaccinated people to voluntarily share their vaccine status and show their support … [More]
EV Manufacturer Breaks Ground on U.S. Assembly and Engineering Technical Center in Mesa
ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp., a designer and manufacturer of electric vehicles, commemorated the start of construction for its new U.S. Assembly and Engineering Technical Center with a groundbreaking ceremony held yesterday in Mesa, AZ. In attendance were more than 50 invited guests, Company Board Members and local dignitaries, including Arizona Commerce Authority … [More]
Architects Rebrand, Enhancing ‘Tenacious Work Ethic’ to Expand Firm
Architects Justin Gregonis and Trish Flower have rebranded themselves as Upward Architects. Gregonis and Flower, both accomplished, experienced architects in the Valley, will lead the Upward Architects office and continue to provide industry-leading architectural, planning and design services, specializing in office, retail, industrial, corporate interiors, and tenant … [More]
Leading Multifamily Development, Management and Acquisition Firm Celebrates 45 Years in the Valley
P.B. Bell, a leading Scottsdale-based multifamily development, management and acquisition firm recently celebrated 45 years in the Valley. Started in 1976 by Philip Bell, P.B. Bell has significantly grown and expanded its portfolio throughout Arizona over the years. Philip Bell, who has since retired, involved his son, Chapin Bell, in the business when he was just 14 years … [More]
Love Your School Launches ‘Faces of Arizona Education’ Campaign
Love Your School celebrates educational freedom in the state by releasing the first video in its “Faces of Arizona Education” campaign. “The success story of Arizona’s K-12 education is not being told,” says Founder and Executive Director of Love Your School, Jenny Clark. “Arizona is a national leader when it comes to providing families the freedom to choose and access the … [More]
RIESTER Acquires Marketing Agency Moses Inc.
RIESTER announced the purchase of Moses Inc., an integrated marketing firm with a three-and-a-half-decade reputation for exceptional creative work locally and nationally. The move provides additional resources for its current client roster and is a testament to the longtime respect between RIESTER and Moses, two of the most competitive, creative shops in the … [More]
How Will You Move Around the Valley in 20 Years?
What would you want if you could choose how you move around the Valley in the years ahead? It’s not a hypothetical question. Transportation planners are building a long-range transportation plan and they need Valley residents to be part of shaping the Valley’s transportation future. A number of virtual “Pick Your Path” live events are planned to give Valley residents an … [More]
EnviroServe’s New Phoenix, Arizona Operation Brings Best-in-Class Environmental Services to the Southwest
EnviroServe, a Savage Company, is pleased to announce the opening of a new environmental services operation in Phoenix, AZ, its first location in the state of Arizona and in the Southwest United States. EnviroServe’s “where you need us, when you need us” network provides emergency response, environmental remediation and waste management services across the country, now with 27 … [More]
PR Firm Launches Podcast Focusing on Marketing Communications and Public Relations
HMA Public Relations, a Phoenix-based public relations and marketing communications agency, has launched Copper State of Mind, a podcast about public relations and marketing communications strategies. Hosted by Abbie S. Fink, vice president and general manager of HMA Public Relations, along with Dr. Adrian McIntyre of Phx.FM, the twice monthly podcast discusses the impact and … [More]
