Waymo recently launched Waymo for Business. It offers organizations a powerful blend of safe, sustainable transportation and enterprise-grade management tools, making it a strategic solution for employee, student and guest mobility. From an organizational perspective, the value of consistency and safety cannot be overstated. Waymo’s autonomous fleet operates 24/7, ensuring … [More]
Looking Good 2026 – January Standouts
PHILANTHROPY BioLab Gifts Alma Mater with $2.2 Million Carlisle Companies Supports Suicide Prevention Program MC Companies Dedicates Day to Community Cox Charities Invests in Arizona Nonprofits Plexus Worldwide Combats Food Insecurity Bashas’ Supports Feeding America Food Banks Southwest Gas Helps The Foster Alliance Bring Holiday … [More]
$120M Manufacturing Campus Brings 200 Jobs to Casa Grande
KPPC Advanced Chemicals Inc., a member of the Kanto Group, broke ground on its new U.S. Arizona Plant, a next-generation ultrapure chemical manufacturing campus located at the Sonoran Valley Industrial Park in Casa Grande, Arizona. This investment marks a major step forward in strengthening the United States semiconductor supply chain and expanding domestic production of ultra … [More]
Celebrity-Led Rooftop Restaurant Launches at Caesars Republic Scottsdale
Wolf by Vanderpump is officially open in Scottsdale. Lisa Vanderpump and HCW celebrated the highly anticipated debut of Wolf by Vanderpump Scottsdale at Caesars Republic Scottsdale, a Hilton Hotel, with a grand opening event on December 16, marking the brand's second Wolf by Vanderpump location. The exclusive grand opening celebration hosted by Lisa Vanderpump and … [More]
Acquisition Expands Cybersecurity and Tech Support for Financial Advisors
itSynergy, a leading provider of IT and cybersecurity services to Registered Investment Advisers, announced the acquisition of the Itegria line of business from Comply, the leading provider of firm and employee compliance software and services for financial firms. The transition expands itSynergy’s capacity to support financial services firms with dedicated IT and cybersecurity … [More]
New Rooftop Restaurant to Bring Northwest Mexico Flavors to Old Town
In partnership with The Wayfaring Group, PEG Companies announced its latest concept: Cielito, a vibrant rooftop bar and restaurant celebrating the flavors and spirit of Northwest Mexico. Opening in February 2026 atop the new AC Hotel Scottsdale Old Town, Cielito introduces a fresh, thoughtfully crafted rooftop dining experience to the heart of Old Town. TWG - an ethnic … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Secures Nearly $9M in NIH Funding
Phoenix Children's Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix has been awarded three new R01 grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the gold standard of federally funded research awards. The NIH grants total close to $9 million and will support groundbreaking research to develop targeted treatments for pediatric lung diseases and … [More]
Playable Hotel Concept Brings Major Entertainment Project to Downtown Phoenix
Atari Hotels and Intersection Development are creating a new frontier of experiential entertainment. Construction on the long-anticipated Phoenix flagship, located at 840 N. Central Ave. in Phoenix on an acre-plus site, is slated to begin in late 2026. Räkkhaus, an international architecture and design studio with offices in Phoenix, Dallas, and Helsinki, has revealed updated … [More]
Fast-Casual Italian Brand Adds Fourth Restaurant in Greater Phoenix
Fazoli’s, a portfolio company of FAT Brands Inc. and America’s beloved fast and fresh Italian chain, officially announced the opening of its fourth restaurant in the greater Phoenix area. Located at 13510 N. Litchfield Road in Surprise, the all-new drive-thru restaurant features all the fan-favorites, including classics such as Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Baked Spaghetti with … [More]
Wellness Brand Expands Footprint With Fourth Valley Studio
Workshop Pilates, a pioneer of heated mat Pilates in the Valley and one one of the region’s fastest-growing studio brands, has announced it’s expanding with a fourth location, its first in the East Valley, slated to open in January at Northside at SanTan Village in Gilbert. Renowned as the first studio to bring heated mat Pilates to Arizona, offering a detoxifying … [More]
Local Pizza and Pasta Notable Reenters Fountain Hills Market
Streets of New York, a family-owned Valley staple since 1976, is reopening in Fountain Hills on Wednesday, Dec. 17, returning to the community it served for nearly 20 years. Located at 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., Suite 11, the new restaurant brings its award-winning New York-style pizza, pasta, sandwiches and neighborhood hospitality back to one of the most scenic corners of the … [More]
Phoenix Facility Delivers First U.S.-Built RQ-35 Tactical Drones, a Major Manufacturing Milestone
AIRO Group Holdings announced the successful completion of the first RQ‑35 Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance drones produced to full operational standard in its U.S. manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona. This marks the first U.S.-manufactured RQ‑35 systems and a major step forward in the company’s Made‑in‑America expansion strategy. The systems—built to the … [More]
Communications Technology Firm Establishes New Regional Production Center in Phoenix
Doxim, a communications management provider serving highly regulated markets, announced the official opening of its West Coast communications hub, Doxim Phoenix, a new state-of-the-art facility located in Phoenix, Arizona. This facility offers Doxim greater flexibility to better meet the needs of its clients in all channels within this evolving marketplace. The new site … [More]
Roosevelt Row Brewery Debuts With Arizona-Inspired Beers and Full Kitchen
Formation Brewing is officially open at 925 N. Fifth Street on Roosevelt Row. The locally rooted brewery invites guests to experience craft beer, inventive food and community in one of Phoenix’s most vibrant neighborhoods. The 10,000-square-foot space is designed to bring people together, with a central sunken seating area, a 19-tank brewhouse offering views of the brewing … [More]
Fleet-Safety Provider Adds AI Compliance Tools
PrePass, a leader in integrated weigh-station bypass, toll payment, safety, and compliance solutions, announced the acquisition of FleetDrive 360, a provider of FMCSA and DOT compliance technology for fleets. By integrating FleetDrive 360's AI-driven compliance platform, PrePass will deliver a unified compliance and safety ecosystem, replacing the spreadsheets, disconnected … [More]
National Finance Platform Chooses Phoenix for Major Southwest Expansion
LiveFlow, the leading multi-entity finance platform, announced its official launch in Phoenix, Arizona, marking a major expansion into the Southwest and underscoring the company’s rapidly accelerating national growth. The launch includes a bold citywide billboard campaign and exclusive events designed for CFOs, Controllers, and Finance Executives across the region. LiveFlow … [More]
New Arizona Non-Alcoholic Brew Expands into Sprouts Ahead of Dry January
Rhinestone, the new Arizona-born line of alcohol-free brews built for both drinkers and non-drinkers, announced its retail partnership with Sprouts Farmers Market, rolling out its Mexican Lime six-pack across 47 Arizona stores starting January 2, 2026. The placement marks Rhinestone's first major entrance into off-premise retail and a milestone for the fast-growing NA beer … [More]
New Valley Consultancy Debuts With Outcomes-Focused Approach to Modern Salesforce Delivery
Foundree42 announced its official launch with a consulting model engineered for the realities of modern enterprise platforms—leaner teams, smarter architecture, and solutions that adapt as quickly as the business does. Led by seasoned delivery leaders, architects, and engineers, the team draws on decades of industry-specific experience and applies a CX-led, platform-first … [More]
