Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy ACHIEVEMENTS Milestone Anniversary: Hunter Contracting Co. Milestone Anniversary: Shasta Pools Milestone Anniversary: Halle Burn Center PHILANTHROPY Nox Group Supports The Salvation Army FirstBank Addresses Rising Food Insecurity AZ Blue Commits to Community … [More]
Cycle Boat Brings Party Cruisin’ to Tempe Town Lake, Pedaling Optional
The first Tempe Boat Cruisin’ experience officially set sail on Thursday, February 5. Fully captained and crewed, the cycle boat experience is designed to be interactive, social and safe. The idea stems from Robert Mayer’s success with Arizona Party Bike, which has brought hundreds of thousands of people together since its launch. “Building on that proven demand for social, … [More]
Taiwanese Restaurant Concept Debuts 340-Seat Flagship at Fashion Square
Din Tai Fung, the family-owned, globally beloved restaurant brand from Taiwan known for its iconic 'Golden Ratio' Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings // pronounced "sheau long bao") and hospitality excellence, is expanding to Arizona for the first time. The brand's highly anticipated Scottsdale location, opening at 7014 E Camelback Rd in Scottsdale Fashion Square, will begin … [More]
Multifamily Developer Unveils 31,000-SF Headquarters in Scottsdale
Mark-Taylor Residential, a leading investment manager, developer and owner of Class-A multifamily real estate, and trusted consulting partner, announced the opening of its new 31, 291 sq. ft. corporate headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz. While Scottsdale remains the company’s long-standing home base, the newly completed workspace, positioned within The Galleria, represents a … [More]
GCU Unveils Renamed Honors College, Plans for 51,000SF Expansion
Grand Canyon University has big aspirations for its burgeoning Honors College. It now has some big names – and a big building on campus – to go along with its intention to become the largest and most impactful Honors College in the nation. GCU's best and brightest scholars will now be part of the Sheila and Mike Ingram Honors College, named in honor of the University's major … [More]
Growing Mortgage Lender Doubles Chandler Headquarters Footprint
Oaktree Funding Corp, located in Chandler for the past 15 years, has doubled its footprint at its headquarters located at 3133 W. Frye Road, reflecting continued company growth and a long-term investment in the city it has called home for over a decade. The expansion supports Oaktree Funding Corp’s growing operations and workforce as the company continues to scale its mortgage … [More]
Scottsdale’s Newest Sushi and Steak Concept Completes $11M Buildout
JING has officially arrived in Scottsdale, bringing its signature blend of globally inspired cuisine, subtle Asian influence and high-energy dining to the Valley. Marking the brand’s first Arizona location and fourth nationwide, JING Scottsdale opened at the corner of Scottsdale Road and Shea Boulevard following a dramatic $11 million transformation, joining established … [More]
East Valley Health Center Doubles Down on Growth with Major Expansion
A project to expand Banner Health Center in Mesa has recently been completed, enabling greater access to convenient medical care for patients in East Valley communities. The expansion added over 19,000 square feet to the existing facility, which is now more than 40,000 square feet. The health center now has 31 new exam rooms in addition to new medical suites, nurses’ stations, … [More]
National PR Firm Expands into Phoenix as Region Emerges as Innovation Hub
As Phoenix and the broader Southwest rapidly become one of the nation’s most important hubs for data centers, semiconductor manufacturing, AI-driven innovation, and advanced infrastructure, award-winning agency REQ announced the expansion of its public relations team into the Phoenix market, marking a major milestone in the firm’s five-year trajectory of growth and … [More]
Communications Firm Launches Standalone Literary Publicity Division
As the book publishing industry undergoes rapid change—reshaped by shifting media consumption, creator-driven platforms, and rising demands for sustained audience engagement—LAVIDGE announced the launch of InkFox Publicity, a modern publicity firm designed to meet the industry’s evolving needs. The launch of InkFox Publicity marks a strategic expansion of the agency’s literary … [More]
