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]
Willmeng Construction Celebrates Phoenix Rising Football Club’s Season Opener in New Facility
Members of the Willmeng Construction team were special guests at the opening match of the 2021 Phoenix Rising FC season on Friday, April 30. The Willmeng Team wrapped up construction on Rising’s exceptional new stadium and training facility, and the team christened its new home with a 4-1 win over the San Diego Loyal Soccer Club. The new facility is located on the Gila River … [More]
Pioneering Water Co. Expands Into 21 States, Including Arizona
Lone River Beverage Company, the ‘Ranch Water’ early mover has had quite the year. This month, Lone River Ranch Water celebrates one year since hitting retailer shelves with the announcement of its entry into 21 new markets. Lone River Ranch Water is now available across Arizona, Alabama, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, and the Florida panhandle, … [More]
U-Haul Land Acquisition Means New Facility, Jobs in Goodyear
An impressive U-Haul® moving and self-storage facility is coming to Goodyear with the Company’s 4.49-acre land acquisition at 13650 W. Van Buren St., just south of Interstate 10 in the West Valley. U-Haul Moving & Storage of Palm Valley, scheduled for completion by 2022, will comprise a three-story building of more than 100,000 square feet. The store will house 700-plus … [More]
D-Backs and Caesars Entertainment Team Up to Bring Mobile Sports Betting to Arizona
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. announced a partnership with the Arizona Diamondbacks to launch mobile sports betting in Arizona and build a first-class sportsbook and bar concept on the plaza adjacent to the team’s home, Chase Field. “We went through a thorough process to identify the ideal partner that would bring experience and the strongest of reputations in legalized … [More]
Scottsdale-Headquartered Water Co. Launches White Aluminum Bottle Nationwide
The Alkaline Water Company Inc., the country’s largest independent alkaline water company, is pleased to announce the launch of its fully recyclable white aluminum bottle. The product is already being sold in over 2,700 retail locations in the USA. “Loyal consumers are finding more Alkaline88® products on the shelves of many of their favorite retailers. The white aluminum … [More]
Business Owners Overcome Diversity and Inspire the Community
Savanna and Perry Stephens, owners of SpeedPro Desert Valley in Phoenix, AZ tear down barriers for autistic individuals. The family has a personal understanding of the challenges because Perry Stephens and their two children, Aiden and Ally, are autistic. As a business owner, Perry Stephens not only supports Autism Awareness in the community but also sets an example that those … [More]
Sisters Launch Program Designed to Change the Way Teens Use Social Media
FILTER First program launches Nationwide. Program aims to equip teens with the tools they need to navigate the world of social media responsibly. Created by sisters and co-founders Hallie House and Hannah George, the FILTER First video series and interactive study guide focuses on the acronym, FILTER, which covers six areas that are crucial for achieving a positive … [More]
Gilbert Co. Partners to Keep Packaging Out of Landfills
As part of its commitment to sustainability, Isagenix International is partnering with international recycling leader TerraCycle® to recycle product packaging that can’t be processed municipally, helping to divert it from landfills. The global wellbeing company is making a six-figure investment in the partnership and other sustainable packaging improvements this year and will … [More]
APS in Market for More Solar on Path to 100% Clean Energy
Arizona Public Service Co. (APS), which serves one of the fastest growing service territories in the country, will soon serve customers with more solar power after expanding an existing all-source request for proposals (RFP). This addendum expands the project scope of an RFP issued in December 2020 that was broadly designed to serve APS’s growing customer base with clean, … [More]
Feedback: May 2021
Question: What were the most significant moves you made to strengthen and grow your business over this past year? David Berg President and Co-Founder Redirect Health Sector: Healthcare In the face of the global pandemic, it was harder than ever for people across the U.S. to access the healthcare they needed. Medical clinics were closed, non-essential services were … [More]
Partnership Gives The Alkaline Water Company Significant Distribution Gains
Scottsdale-based The Alkaline Water Company, the creator of Alkaline88TM, has entered into its first major agreement with a Direct Store Distributor (DSD). After eight years of growing the brand in the grocery channel and becoming the No. 1-selling bulk alkaline water in the country, management has chosen to enter into a long-term agreement with local distributor Hensley … [More]
Pita Jungle Spirit in Mexican Ghost Kitchen
Pita Jungle has taken its healthy Mediterranean concept and moved to a new continent with A Su Salud — “to your health” — a Mexican food ghost kitchen. Piloting its concept at its Tempe location, Pita Jungle launched A Su Salud in March, offering delivery through its third-party delivery partners as well as pick-up service. “Mexican cuisine offers a palette of vibrant and … [More]
