Pickleball Kingdom, the unrivaled leader in the pickleball industry, continues its unprecedented expansion, further solidifying its position as the largest pickleball entity in the world. With over 350 domestic clubs and counting, Pickleball Kingdom is setting new standards for the sport. Founder and CEO of Pickleball Kingdom, Ace Rodrigues, stated, "The growth of pickleball … [More]
Hospitality Group Takes Over Operations of Tempe-Based Craft Beer Co.
Keeler Hospitality Group (KHG), which operates multiple popular dining establishments throughout Arizona as well as in Nebraska and Wisconsin, has taken on operations management for Catalyst Crafted Ales, a Tempe-based brewery with an extensive array of craft beer offerings. KHG’s CEO and co-owner Matt Keeler will serve as front-of-house director of operations for Catalyst … [More]
Looking Good 2024 – August Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements 10 to 1 PR on Newsweek’s ‘Best’ List Mr. Pickle’s on Fast Casual’s Top 100 COURSE Earns Top Foodist Honors Southwest Gas – Champion of Supplier Diversity Philanthropy ECM Technologies, Tolin Mechanical Donate HVAC TruWest Donates to Phoenix Children’s Desert Financial Distributes Scholarships AZ Brokerage … [More]
Arizona Utilities Offer Technical Assistance Grants to Support Economic Development and Training in Coal Plant Communities
Four organizations serving Arizona communities impacted by the transition away from coal-fired power plants will receive a total of $125,000 in economic development grants from the Utilities’ Grant Funding Program. The program, which is jointly funded by Arizona Public Service (APS), Salt River Project (SRP) and Tucson Electric Power (TEP), provides funding for … [More]
Beloved Valley Restaurant Announces New Ownership
Sheldon Knapp, founding partner of Phoenix City Grille has announced the restaurant’s new operating partnership. Dennis Shaw, an industry veteran with 40 years of experience, and Micah Wyzlic, longtime executive chef/managing partner of Phoenix City Grille now operate the neighborhood restaurant as partners. “I am completely confident that Phoenix City Grille and our … [More]
B2Gnow Announces Acquisition of eComply Solutions, Enhancing Prevailing Wage Labor Compliance Capabilities
B2Gnow, a leading provider of supplier diversity, prevailing wage labor compliance, and grant management solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of eComply Solutions, a pioneering company specializing in prevailing wage labor compliance software supporting the Davis-Bacon and Little-Davis-Bacon Acts. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in B2Gnow's … [More]
Italian Restaurant Chain Opens Third Valley Location, Touts Breadstick Sales Are Back in the West Valley
Kind Hospitality — the restaurant group specializing in presenting elevated dining experiences with a portfolio of 52 locations across well-recognized favorites such as Macayo’s Mexican, Food, Panera Bread, O.H.S.O. Brewery, Native Grill & Wings, Fazoli’s and more — announced its first West Valley Fazoli’s location and its third in the metro Phoenix area is now open. … [More]
Scottsdale Quarter Restaurant Acquired, Will Close Temporarily for Renovation
etta Scottsdale, which opened in 2022 at Scottsdale Quarter, has been acquired by Austin-based RDM Hospitality. It will be closing temporarily for renovation beginning July 22 and plans to re-open in late September as a re-imagined neighborhood, Modern-Italian vibe dining concept under new ownership with the same … [More]
Gainey Ranch Shopping Center Debuts New Look and Introduces Two New Restaurants
The Shops at Gainey Ranch, nestled along the north side of Doubletree Ranch Road, has completed renovations on the 30,591 square foot shopping center featuring a new light-colored exterior, black awnings and ironwork, and refreshed signage. Corso Italia Restaurant & Market fine dining is open, and el Carbón Mexican Eatery opens on Saturday, July 20th. El Carbón Mexican … [More]
Bistro Opens Third East Valley Location
Local family-owned restaurant Perfect Pear Bistro is set to open the doors to their third Valley restaurant this Monday, July 15, 2024. Situated just east of Loop 101 on Chandler Blvd., the new location marks the expansion of the popular eatery into the Chandler area. Known for their award-winning grilled cheeses and expansive menu that satisfies all taste palates and … [More]
New York City-Based Design Firm Opens Phoenix Regional Office
Industry leaders Ben Ayers and Hannah Hackathorn to co-lead new Phoenix office
Mancini Duffy, a national design firm with a 100+-year-old history and tech-driven approach, announced the opening of its sixth regional office in Phoenix, Arizona. This expansion to the Southwest region brings Mancini's pioneering design solutions to a thriving new market, spearheaded by industry leaders Benjamin Ayers, AIA, NCARB, and Hannah Hackathorn who have joined the … [More]
Acquisition of Ohio-Based Software Provider Opens New Channels and Fuels Growth for Phoenix-Based Kinective
Kinective, the leading provider of connectivity, document workflow, and branch automation software for the banking sector, announced the acquisition of Ohio-based Nexus Software, a market leader in branch device management for financial institutions. This strategic acquisition boosts Kinective's position as a market leader in banking software, driving transformation in retail … [More]
Food Franchise Debuts Five New Southwest-Style Grill Concept Locations in Arizona
GoTo Foods, the parent company of Auntie Anne’s®, Carvel®, Cinnabon®, Jamba®, McAlister’s Deli®, Moe’s Southwest Grill, and Schlotzsky’s®, announces the expansion of Moe’s Southwest Grill into Arizona with a five-unit franchise agreement that will bring locations to the greater Phoenix area. Behind the deal are serial entrepreneurs and father-son team, Tony and Namit Mangat. … [More]
New Spaceship Manufacturing Facility Completed in Phoenix
Spaceship assembly expected to begin in Q1 2025
Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. announced the completion of its new manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona, where final assembly of its next-generation Delta spaceships is scheduled to take place starting in Q1 2025. An initial team of Virgin Galactic technical operations and manufacturing personnel has begun preparing the facility to receive and install tooling, expected … [More]
Two Prominent Better Business Bureau Chapters Expand Influence with Merger
BBB Central California & Inland Empire Counties and BBB Pacific Southwest join to better support businesses and consumers
In a landmark move aimed at bolstering support for businesses and consumers, two prominent Better Business Bureau (BBB) chapters have announced their merger. The strategic move between BBB Central California & Inland Empire Counties (BBB CCIE) and BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest (BBB PSW) is driven by the shared goal to amplify community impact, share programming, and … [More]
Local Veteran Opens Healthy Superfood Chain’s First Location in Arizona
Frutta Bowls, renowned for its vibrant and healthy superfood bowls and smoothies is launching a new restaurant in Mesa on July 16, 2024. Located at 1902 E Baseline Road, Suite 5, the franchise uses only the freshest, ripest and most flavorful plant-based, whole-food ingredients for its menu of customizable Açai bowls and smoothies, refreshers, one-of-a-kind toasts and … [More]
Climate-Tech Startup Awarded Funding to Revolutionize Heat Battery for Long-Duration Energy Storage
EarthEn Energy, a US-based climate-tech startup announced that it has received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program, also known as America's Seed Fund. This award supports the development of a novel Thermal Energy Storage (TES) system, aka heat battery for EarthEn's sCO2-based, thermo-mechanical, long-duration … [More]
Goodwill to Open First Store in Downtown Phoenix
Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona is opening the first store in downtown Phoenix on Friday, July 5. Spanning nearly 16,000 square feet, the new store, which is the historic former Firestone Building, is located at 310 W. Van Buren St., at the corner of 3rd Ave. and Van Buren St. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 8:45 a.m., and the first 150 people in line … [More]
