Gannett Co., Inc., owners of The Arizona Republic, and McClatchy, two of the most iconic and acclaimed local media companies, with deep roots in over 300 local communities, are offering national brands the ability to connect seamlessly and more meaningfully with local audiences across a vast multi-channel network. Advertisers will now be able to reach two-thirds of … [More]
Bank Closes Out 2020 with 13 Consecutive Years of YOY Growth
FirstBank, one of the nation’s largest privately held banks with a focus on “banking for good,” closed out 2020 with 13 consecutive years of year-over-year growth in total assets, deposits, and loans despite the most challenging economic environment since the Great Recession. FirstBank’s Arizona branches saw exceptional growth, with total deposits growing by 34.4 percent … [More]
Technologies Co. Relocates Headquarters, Plans Manufacturing Expansion in Chandler
Viavi Solutions Inc. announced that its Optical Security and Performance Products (OSP) segment plans to establish a new manufacturing facility in Chandler, Arizona to support growing demand for its technologies. VIAVI also plans to transition its headquarters to the new facility, which is anticipated to house at least 100 employees by 2022. In preparation for this move, the … [More]
Architect Firm Launches New In-House Interior Design Studio
Cawley Architects has announced the formation of a new in-house interior design service, Cawley Design Studio, and has promoted one of its seasoned professionals to bring it to life. RoseAnn Linsmeyer was promoted from Senior Project Manager to Associate in May 2020 and recently achieved the title of Interior Designer, NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design … [More]
Valley-Based Tech Giants Join Forces to Accelerate IoT Innovation with New Development Framework
Leading global technology solutions provider Avnet and ON Semiconductor, driving energy efficient innovations, have joined forces to create a framework that helps OEMs more rapidly develop end-to-end Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The collaboration simplifies the process of building IoT-enabled devices through rapid prototyping system solutions from ON Semiconductor that are … [More]
Life’s First Naturals Expands Product Line
PanTheryx, the world’s largest colostrum-focused nutrition and biotechnology company, announced today the expansion of their Life’s First Naturals product line. The line expansion includes products developed specifically for digestive and immune health, with innovative new formulations designed to bring the health benefits of colostrum to consumers of all ages. “We are … [More]
ASU Climbs in National Research Rankings, as Measured by Non-Medical School Expenditures
Building on nearly two decades of unparalleled advancement, Arizona State University moved up to sixth out of 759 universities in the nation for total research expenditures among universities without a medical school, according to the latest National Science Foundation (NSF) Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) rankings. With a total of $639.6 million in … [More]
Comprehensive Healthcare Platform Launches to Provide Hands-On Care, Virtually
Driven by the mission of providing a healthier approach to healthcare, Alanté™ is launching a fully integrated virtual healthcare solution. Today’s announcement comes as the company and its spectrum of services emerge from stealth mode. CEO Mark Hansen wants to motivate and empower Alanté patients around the country with his new offering. “Our goal is to educate patients, … [More]
Cintron to Serve as the Official Energy Drink of the Arizona Coyotes
The Arizona Coyotes announced today that the club has signed a multi-year partnership with beverage company Cintron World. As part of the agreement, Cintron will serve as the official energy drink of the Arizona Coyotes. As per club policy, terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Cintron's Classic Sugar-Free, and Cranberry Sparkling Energy beverages will be … [More]
Construction Giant Announces Opening of New Phoenix Area Office
Granite, one of the largest diversified construction and construction materials companies in the United States, as well as a full-suite provider in the transportation, water infrastructure, and mineral exploration markets, is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in Mesa, Arizona to serve the Phoenix metropolitan area including Maricopa, Yavapai, and Pinal … [More]
Addiction Treatment Center Expands with New Location in Phoenix
Recovia is pleased to announce the grand opening of their new treatment center in Phoenix Arizona. The new treatment center is located on Interstate-17 and Northern Avenue and expands Recovia’s outpatient addiction treatment program to the Phoenix metro area. The Phoenix location will be Recovia’s third location in the Valley along with locations in Tempe and Deer … [More]
Plexus Worldwide Hosts Virtual Event to Learn Strategies, Improve Business
Plexus Worldwide (Plexus®), a leading direct-selling health and wellness company focused on health and happiness, held it’s annual “Super Saturday” event earlier this month. On Saturday, January 9, a 3-hour livestream event provided the company’s independent business owners, also known as Ambassadors, with advanced training and a look at new products for 2021. The virtual event … [More]
Cresco Labs Announces Approval for Adult-Use Cannabis Sales for Its Sunnyside Phoenix Dispensary
Cresco Labs, one of the largest vertically integrated, multistate cannabis operators in the United States, announced today that it has received approval from the Arizona Department of Health Services to serve adult-use customers at its Sunnyside dispensary in Phoenix. The Company is expected to launch adult-use sales in mid-February. On January 22nd, Arizona became the 12th … [More]
Feedback: February 2021
Q: Guidelines and mandates were in flux much of last year as we all struggled to learn about the coronavirus. To protect your business, what strategy or strategies have you employed or what "temporary" changes did you put into place that you see becoming standard policy going forward? Matthew Clyde President and Founder Ideas Collide Sector: Media … [More]
More than a Moving Service
Experiencing growth even during the pandemic, Fully Loaded Deliveries — a luxury delivery, moving, receiving and warehousing company — recently purchased and expanded into a new 33,000-square-foot warehouse in North Phoenix from its previous operations out of two separate facilities that totaled 18,000 square feet. According to president and founder Chris Berg, Fully Loaded … [More]
The KNOW Women Strives for Global Impact
Women link arms in ways that are different from men. They want to “feel good” when working together. They want to use intuition when making decisions. And they want to feel supported and engaged in community. These observations by Sarah Benken informed her organization of The KNOW Women in 2017. “For women, it is more than just passing around a business card to attract sales; … [More]
















