Barron’s has named Wilde Wealth Management Group CEO Trevor Wilde, MBA, AIF® to its annual list of top 1,200 advisors nationwide, earning the No. 30 position nationwide and No. 3 overall in Arizona. This is Wilde’s 17th consecutive year being honored and his 7th year in a row among the top five advisors in Arizona. … [More]
AZ Water Co. Celebrates 70 Years
This year, Arizona Water Company celebrates 70 Years of serving Arizona customers and communities, providing services to more than 300,000 customers in 30 communities across the state. The company has been honored with numerous awards throughout its history including ‘Project of the Year’ awards by the American Society of Civil Engineers for “demonstrating excellence in civil … [More]
Local Publisher/Editor Earns WSET Diploma
Shannan Metcalf-Perciballi, publisher and editor of Edible Phoenix magazine, has become the first and only woman in Phoenix to earn the WSET Diploma offered through the Napa Valley Wine Academy. This is the highest level qualification offered by the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, a globally recognized certification for wine professionals. … [More]
Looking Good 2025 – May Standouts
ACHIEVEMENTS Women UBS Wealth Advisors Honored 4 Wins for Queen Creek Olive Mill Trevor Wilde a Top Wealth Advisor AZ Water Co. Celebrates 70 Years PHILANTHROPY Local Publisher/Editor Earns WSET Diploma … [More]
Edo Japanese Grill – U.S. Debut from Canada
Edo Japan, one of Canada’s premier fast-casual franchises known for its fresh, flavorful Japanese-inspired cuisine, has made its U.S. debut with the opening of Edo Japanese Grill in Chandler, Arizona. “Bringing Edo Japanese Grill to the U.S. has been in the works for a while, and with the rising interest in teriyaki food, choosing the right location was key. We decided on … [More]
Unlocking Potential: The Business of Autism Education and the Neurodiverse Workforce
There is both a noble mission and a viable market in helping neurodivergent students thrive
In a quiet Phoenix campus, every single graduate is headed to college. This isn’t a typical preparatory academy, but Gateway Academy — a private school exclusively serving students with high-functioning autism. Its 100% post-secondary placement rate is no accident. As autism diagnoses rise and more neurodiverse youth come of age, Gateway’s success highlights a burgeoning … [More]
Phoenix-Based Design Firm Merges with National Architecture Firm to Expand Services
RDC, a national award-winning architecture, interiors, and planning firm, has joined together with Phoenix-based interior architecture and design firm Phoenix Design One (PDO). The merger was announced by RDC’s CEO Brad Williams, AIA. The firms are teaming up to expand the services offered to clients and will continue to operate as they did prior to the merger, using their … [More]
Award-Winning Chef to Helm New Dining Concept in North Scottsdale
A new dining concept is set to debut this summer, Heritage Kitchen + Cocktails, a modern American restaurant with coastal Mediterranean influences. The restaurant will open in North Scottsdale near East Bell Road and North Thompson Peak Parkway. The restaurant is founded by restaurateur Eric J. Greenwald, executive chef Christopher Brugman, and owner and investor Mark … [More]
Community Tech Hub to Enhance Students’ Skills in Data Science, Robotics, and More
GenTech, a community tech hub known for providing personal tech support and STEM education programming, has partnered with Balsz Elementary School District to introduce its industry-standard STEM education program at David Crockett Elementary School. This award-winning program includes a curriculum on the latest technologies, such as AI, computer programming, and … [More]
Advanced Recycling Co. to Invest over $20M in First U.S. Commercial Facility in Mesa
Cyclic Materials, the advanced recycling company creating a circular supply chain for rare earth elements (REEs) and other critical materials, announced it has invested over $20M in its first commercial facility, located in Mesa, Arizona. The new state-of-the-art facility will be the company’s first global REE recycling operation focused on the separation of permanent magnets … [More]
Riot Hospitality Group Announces Reopening of Iconic Nightlife Hotspot
Riot Hospitality Group announces the return of Maya Day + Night, set to open early Summer 2025. Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, the iconic venue has undergone a floor-to-ceiling transformation, reemerging as a luxurious, high-energy destination that will forever change nightlife in Arizona. "Maya is back, and nightlife will never be the same," says Jason Adler, … [More]
New Fitness Studio Merges High-Energy Workouts, Art Museum Vibes and Epic 90s Nostalgia
What happens when you mix pulse-pounding workouts, Biggie on the speakers, museum-worthy street art, and a community that feels like family? You get The Underground Phoenix—a first-of-its-kind boutique fitness studio bringing unmatched energy, 90s nostalgia, and straight-up magic to the heart of Arcadia. Doors are officially open, and trust us—you’ll want in. “The … [More]
New Ownership Set to Invest $30M into Motor Club
Private Motorsports Group LLC announced a significant milestone in the evolution of Apex Motor Club. RJT Capital, a longtime supporter and investor since Apex's inception, has completed a transaction to become the club's sole owner. This new chapter is backed by a major investment of approximately $30 million that will significantly accelerate the development of its world-class … [More]
Bar Makes a Powerful Play in Downtown Phoenix
Downtown Phoenix just scored big. Tom’s Watch Bar, the ultimate premier sports viewing destination, is now officially open. It’s a next-level stadium experience built for die-hard fans, fight-night loyalists, Derby devotees, and anyone looking to party like they’re sitting courtside or ringside. With a stunning 360° viewing experience, 80 state-of-the-art screens, surround … [More]
Pickleball Venue Debuts High-Energy Meeting & Private Event Space in Tempe
Electric Pickle, Tempe’s vibrant new hub for pickleball, globally inspired bites, craft cocktails and outdoor entertainment, announced the release of dynamic private event spaces designed to bring people together through play, flavor and celebration. Infused with bold design, indoor-outdoor flow and an atmosphere that encourages connection, Electric Pickle offers more than … [More]
Cardinals Unveil Latest Stadium Innovation: A Sam Fox Experience
The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is elevating the gameday experience at State Farm Stadium with the unveiling of "Casa Roja at the Fifty," an exclusive collaboration with acclaimed restaurateur and hotelier Sam Fox, Arizona's visionary hospitality innovator. Nestled beneath the stadium's east side at the coveted 50-yard line, Casa Roja at the Fifty redefines premium … [More]
Luxury Construction Concierge Firm Launches
Nataliya Palakanis, a visionary in high-end residential construction, announces the launch of ARIMIA, a premier project concierge firm specializing in luxury home construction and major renovations. ARIMIA is dedicated to redefining the homebuilding experience for discerning clients through seamless coordination, expert management, and white-glove service from concept to … [More]
Mesa Air Group to Merge, Creating New Regional Airline
Republic Airways Holdings Inc. and Mesa Air Group, Inc. announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement to merge and create a leading publicly-traded regional airline company in an all-stock transaction. Upon closing, the combined company will be renamed Republic Airways Holdings Inc. and is expected to remain NASDAQ-listed under the new ticker symbol … [More]
