Jessica Pacheco, incoming Chair of the Arizona Board of Regents, which governs the state’s universities, Horizon Strategies' former CEO, and one of the state’s most respected and well-connected business leaders, has launched Pacheco Ventures, a transformative strategic advisory firm serving the state’s most successful athletes, executives, organizations, corporations and … [More]
Tempe Lands Global Headquarters as Industrial AI Co. Shifts Base to Arizona
Cognite, a global leader in Industrial AI, announced the official grand opening of its new global headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. The relocation from Oslo, Norway marks a milestone in the company's growth strategy and underscores its commitment to the North American market. The move will create more than 100 new jobs in the Phoenix area, bringing valuable employment … [More]
Preventive Health Platform Expands to 47 States with Lower-Cost Diagnostic Tiers
Geviti, the longevity and diagnostics platform enabling clinician-designed health insights through advanced biomarker analysis and real-time data, announced the rollout of its new Lite and Plus membership options and their availability in 47 states. Lite and Plus both provide members with access to Geviti’s high-fidelity diagnostics and data infrastructure without direct visits … [More]
Great Hearts Announces 25th Arizona Academy, Set Within Growing East Valley Community
Great Hearts Blossom Rock, opening Fall 2027, will bring nationally recognized, tuition-free classical education to the East Valley. Located in the community of Blossom Rock, near Eastmark, Great Hearts Blossom Rock will become Great Hearts 25th academy in Arizona, and welcome students in kindergarten through the elementary grades, with the potential to grow into upper grades … [More]
First Innovation Summit in Mesa Exceeds Expectations, Showcases Arizona’s Tech Momentum
Partnership for Economic Innovation, a passionate collective of business and community leaders dedicated to accelerating Arizona's economic opportunities, successfully hosted its inaugural Celebrating Innovation Summit on November 14 at Arizona State University's Media and Immersive Experience (MIX) Center in Mesa. Sponsored by ASU, City of Mesa, SRP, Empire Southwest, and … [More]
Arizona Breakfast Concept Hits 19 Locations with North Phoenix Opening
Local breakfast chain Over Easy is bringing its signature blend of modern diner fare and vibrant atmosphere to North Phoenix with the opening of its 19th location this weekend. Set to open its doors on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, the new restaurant is located at 2965 W. Dove Valley Rd. To celebrate, Over Easy will host a Welcome Weekend on Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7, … [More]
Phoenix Law Firm Enters Texas Market with San Antonio Combination
Fennemore, one of the fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms in the country, is expanding into Texas by joining forces with Schmoyer Reinhard LLP, a women-owned litigation and labor and employment firm based in San Antonio. Effective December 1, 2025, the move marks Fennemore’s first significant presence in Texas and grows its national footprint to 23 offices nationwide. Texas … [More]
Looking Good 2025 – December Standouts
ACHIEVEMENTS 11 Consecutive ‘Excellence’ for Delta Dental of AZ Best Lawyers® Awards 13 Ogletree Deakins Attorneys Angry Crab Shack a Fastest-Growing Seafood Chain Marcus & Millichap Named Top Broker Jennifer Kaplan a 2025 PRNEWS People of the Year PHILANTHROPY OneAZ Credit Union Grants to 48 AZ Nonprofits Sprouts Advancing Health & Nutrition … [More]
We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort: Redefining Arizona’s Business and Entertainment Landscape
Nikki Garcia of the WWE Garcia Twins (right) with Dominique Newland of Fox 10 News at the award-winning restaurant Ember Set against the stunning McDowell Mountains, We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort is fast becoming one of Arizona’s go-to venues for high-impact events — from brand launches to celebrity-led experiences. Powered by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, the Four Diamond … [More]
Credit Union Expands Midtown Presence amid Rapid Population Growth
Mountain America Credit Union is strengthening its commitment to Arizona with the opening of a significantly expanded branch at 302 E. McDowell Road in Phoenix. The new facility, more than double the size of the credit union’s other Arizona locations, has been designed to support the rapid economic and population growth occurring throughout the Valley while serving as a … [More]
Mesa Air Group Completes Merger with Major Regional Airline
Republic Airways Holdings Inc. announced the successful completion of the merger between Republic Airways and Mesa Air Group, Inc. The transaction was announced on April 7, 2025 and approved by Mesa stockholders on November 17, 2025. Under the terms of the merger agreement, Republic stockholders now own approximately 88% of the combined company’s common stock and Mesa … [More]
Fintech Firm Adds Cash-Automation Capabilities with Strategic Acquisition
Kinective, the leading banking operations platform provider that simplifies the technology financial institutions need to compete, thrive and better serve their communities, today announced its acquisition of Compuflex Corporation, a provider of transformative cash automation solutions with more than 40 years of specialized expertise serving financial, retail and gaming … [More]
Legacy Contractor Turns 65 and Doubles Down on Workforce and Tech
As Arizona’s construction season hits its stride, Hunter Contracting Co. is marking its 65th anniversary with a slate of high-impact projects that highlight its enduring role in shaping the state’s growth. The Gilbert-based contractor continues to expand its presence across Arizona, combining innovation, sustainability, and community partnership in every project it … [More]
Mesa Tech Co. to Begin 360° Camera Production in Middle East Under New Partnership
Iveda, a global leader in cloud-based AI video analytics technology, announced a major expansion of its regional strategy in Egypt with a new tri-lateral manufacturing partnership between the Arab Organization for Industrialization and Egyptian security technology developer, ZeroTech. This agreement marks the next step in Iveda’s localization roadmap, following the recent … [More]
European-Inspired AC Hotel Set to Open in Old Town Scottsdale
PEG Companies, a vertically-integrated commercial real estate investment company focused on opportunistic and value-add opportunities, has announced the upcoming opening of AC Hotel Scottsdale Old Town, set to open its doors in early February 2026. Located at 7117 E. 3rd Ave., the new hotel will bring the brand’s signature European-inspired design and “Perfectly Precise” guest … [More]
Gourmet Toast and Juice Concept to Open First Arizona Location in Scottsdale
Toastique, the vibrant gourmet toast, juice and coffee bar conceptualized in Washington D.C., is expanding out west with its first location in the state of Arizona. Opening on Saturday, Dec. 6, the new outpost of the fast-casual restaurant will be located in Scottsdale at 7001 N. Scottsdale Road, inside the Seville Shopping Center. To celebrate the grand opening, the first 100 … [More]
Senior-Care Tech Firm Shifts Headquarters from San Francisco to Phoenix amid Growth
Helpany Inc., the award-winning innovator in AI-powered fall prevention and care optimization, announced today the relocation of its U.S. headquarters from San Francisco, California to Phoenix, Arizona. The move underscores Helpany’s rapid growth and deep customer success across the state, while further aligning the company with Arizona’s thriving innovation and technology … [More]
Mesa Air Group to Merge with Major Regional Airline After Winning Shareholder Approval
Mesa Air Group, Inc. announced that shareholders approved all proposals presented at the Company’s special meeting of shareholders, including the proposal to adopt the agreement and plan of merger with Republic Airways Holdings Inc. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Mesa Air Group, Inc. is the holding company of Mesa Airlines, a regional air carrier providing scheduled … [More]
