Chicago-based Kin, the direct-to-consumer home insurance company built for every new normal, today announced its expansion into Arizona. The Grand Canyon State marks Kin’s first move into the U.S. Southwest, and it builds upon Kin’s growth and success in coastal, catastrophe-prone states like Florida, Louisiana, South Carolina, Mississippi, and Alabama. Arizona is … [More]
Fourth Generation of Family to Lead New Fast-Casual Restaurant
The Serrano family, owners and operators of four Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant locations in the East Valley, has opened a new fast-casual Mexican food concept at its Tempe location (6440 S. Rural Road), called Pronto by Serrano’s. With a focus on “fresh, flavorful and familiar,” Pronto offers build-your-own combos featuring burritos, tacos, nachos, salads, bowls and more. … [More]
2023 Phoenix Metro Solar Co-op Selects Sunny Energy to Serve Group and Extends Deadline
The 2023 Phoenix Metro Solar Co-op has selected Sunny Energy to install solar panels for the more than 100 member group. Co-op members selected Sunny Energy through a competitive bidding process over nine other firms. The co-op has also extended its deadline to July 21. “Having the chance to serve on the co-op selection committee was very informative, and choosing Sunny … [More]
Concrete Co. Dominates Arizona Market with Multiple New Locations
Sam The Concrete Man has seen great potential in the residential and commercial concrete industry in Arizona. Our first location opened in Phoenix in April 2023 and we have opened two locations around the Phoenix area since! We have 30+ years of exceptional concrete services and our team is eager to help homeowners create a home of their dreams. Sam The … [More]
Homebuilder Partners to Create New Video Series Offering Home-Organization Tips
Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, home organization experts behind The Home Edit, a part of Hello Sunshine, which is a division of Candle Media, announced they are partnering with Taylor Morrison, America's Most Trusted® Home Builder and one of the nation's largest homebuilders on a new video series, New Home, New Zones, offering home-organization tips that make moving into a new … [More]
OHM Fitness to Open Third Arizona Location
The popular EMS-franchise OHM Fitness announced the opening of its third Arizona location. The new studio is slated to open in early August and will take over the former 2,800-square-foot Eat the Frog Fitness studio located in Desert Ridge Marketplace on Tatum Boulevard. OHM Fitness co-founder Doug Payne will collaborate with the former members of Eat the Frog to demonstrate … [More]
Cox Increases Fiber-Powered Internet Speeds for Most Arizona Customers
Cox Communications announced today that it has updated its broadband packages, providing faster speeds at no extra cost to the majority of its residential customers. This includes moving everyone on its most popular tier from 250 Mbps to 500 Mbps, which gives more than three-quarters of all Cox customers download speeds of a half-gig or more. The need for speed continues to … [More]
Podcast Production Co. Opens Phoenix Location
PodPopuli, America's only full-service retail podcast experience, headquartered in Scottsdale, announces the opening of its newest Valley location, 2801 East Camelback Rd inside the Industrious workspace in the Biltmore neighborhood of Phoenix. "We have been fortunate and privileged to work with so many talented Arizona personalities since PodPopuli opened in 2020." says … [More]
Flooring Franchise Expands Valley Footprint with New Location in Mesa
Footprints Floors, the flooring franchise, is furthering its reach in the state of Arizona. Matt Gilstrap, the franchise owner behind a Chandler, Arizona location that began operations in the midst of the pandemic, has signed to expand his business with the brand even further, launching a second territory in Mesa. “I love the interactions with the customers, and I love … [More]
Phoenix-Based Wealth Management Firm Rebrands to Reflect Bold Vision for Future
Advisor Group, one of the nation's largest networks of independent wealth management firms, announced that it has changed its name and rebranded as Osaic. The firm announced plans to rebrand and transition its eight firms into one earlier this year and shared the new brand today during a livestream event. After extensive research and thousands of interviews, … [More]
Top Eight Things to Avoid when Responding to a State Government RFP
And counterstrategies to win
Distinction is the key to winning. Businesses that respond to state government requests for proposal by simply meeting the requirements and qualifications will not stand out and likely won’t win. It’s imperative that a business find a way to distinguish itself through its solution, its expertise and its industry credibility. These eight top mistakes hold businesses back … [More]
Looking Good 2023 – July Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements VensureHR Earns Multiple Stevie Awards Rick Federico Receives Prestigious Elliot Award Camelot Homes Earns Coveted Gold Nugget Honors Philanthropy Barro’s Pizza Supports Arizona Cancer Foundation Bashas’ Supermarkets Aids Local Food Banks … [More]
New Luxury Real Estate Office Opens in North Scottsdale
Launch Powered by Compass is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated grand opening of its newest luxury real estate office in North Scottsdale. This marks the expansion of Launch's exceptional services to a broader base of Scottsdale residents. This office, spanning an impressive 3,000 square feet, represents Launch's commitment to delivering premium services and … [More]
Bashas’ Names New President and Celebrates New Corporate Support Center in Chandler
Bashas’ and its parent company, The Raley’s Companies, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony with City of Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke, and Chandler Chamber and City Council members to celebrate the opening of its new Corporate Support Center in Chandler. The new Bashas’ corporate office is named a Support Center because of the support it lends to its retail stores, which in turn … [More]
Cannabis Entrepreneur to Open First Arizona-Based Cookies Brand Dispensary in Tempe
Alicia Deals, an up-and-coming cannabis entrepreneur and social equity license holder, today announced that she will open Arizona’s first Cookies brand dispensary on June 24. With this announcement, Deals has become the first Black woman to operate a cannabis dispensary stemming from a license awarded from Arizona’s social equity program. The new Cookies dispensary is … [More]
Gilbert-Based Fast Health Food Concept Opens Two More Stores in Arizona
Salad and Go announced two new stores coming to the Arizona markets of Laveen Village and Surprise. These locations bring the brand to a total of three stores in Surprise and more than 55 stores statewide. The new locations will provide local guests with high-quality, made-to-order salads, wraps, soup and breakfast options as well as refreshing beverages including hand-crafted … [More]
Award-Winning Brunch Concept to Expand in the East Valley
Hash Kitchen, an innovative, hashtag-famous brunch restaurant is turning up the volume in Gilbert with its deliciously loud food, bombshell beverages, and 24/7 party atmosphere. Opening this summer at Verde at Cooley Station (3919 E. Williams Field Road #106, Gilbert, AZ 85295), this will be the brand’s Gilbert debut and the seventh location in the state of Arizona. “We … [More]
SRP Launches Complete Home Installation Services for Smart Electric Vehicle Chargers
As the number of electric vehicles (EVs) in the Valley continues to rise, demand for a seamless and affordable process to install home charging systems is growing as well. As a result, Salt River Project is partnering with industry leader Qmerit to offer customers a program that takes the guesswork out of coordinating an affordable and professional home installation of a Level … [More]
