Looking Good 2023 – April Standouts

Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy

Achievements Cavanagh Law’s John Wittwer Appointed to Prestigious Chairmanship AvAir Recognized in Aerospace Industry NAIOP Arizona Award to VanTrust EVP Keith Earnest Philanthropy Desert Financial Donates $1M to Phoenix Children’s K-12 School Express Employment Aids St. Mary’s Food Bank … [More]

Windows & Doors Co. Expands Manufacturing and Installation Footprint in El Mirage

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Avanti Windows & Doors, a leading manufacturer and installer of vinyl window and doors systems, announced the construction of a new facility in El Mirage, Arizona. The 303,419-square-foot site will serve as the company’s headquarters, manufacturing capacity, and field installation operations for the Valley. The capabilities of the new purpose-built facility will allow … [More]

Airline Announces Nonstop Service from Phoenix to Houston and Tampa

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Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines will launch new seasonal nonstop service from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) in May and June of 2023. With the new service, Frontier will serve more than 20 nonstop destinations from PHX and offer its largest ever summer schedule … [More]

ASU’s West Campus Will Expand to Better Serve Growing West Valley

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To meet the needs of a quickly evolving West Valley, Arizona State University announced a large-scale effort to expand its West campus that will include new programs, new buildings and a renewed commitment. University leaders detailed the changes at a celebration with state and community leaders, school and business executives, and ASU West students and staff. “This is an … [More]

Marketing Firm Expands in Phoenix and Denver with Innovative Space

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Small Giants, a full-service marketing firm with offices in two major cities, has signed lease agreements and moved into new locations in Phoenix and Denver in response to significant growth. The firm moved into a nearly 10,000 square foot office at 5555 E. Van Buren St., Suite 115 in Phoenix and 2,500 SF office at 686 Mariposa St. in Denver. According to president and … [More]

Arizona Tech Companies Find Opportunities to Grow and Prosper in Ireland

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A key element of successful companies’ strategic growth is the establishment of an overseas presence. Europe, with its market of 550 million people, and supply of tech talent across 27 countries, has significant attractions. A growing list of Arizona tech firms after careful analysis, selected Ireland to host their European operations, noting the Emerald Isle’s stable political … [More]

Two Arizona Companies Acquired by Global Transport and Logistics Co. on Heels of New Gateway Airport Expansion

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DSV is happy to announce the acquisition of US-based transport and logistics companies S&M Moving Systems West and Global Diversity Logistics. These acquisitions will strengthen DSV’s position within the semiconductor industry, align with its new Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport operations and support DSV’s growing cross-border services to Latin America. The transactions are … [More]

Mastek Announces Growth Plans for Arizona at Chandler Office Ceremony

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Mastek Group has announced major growth plans for its Chandler offices. A global technology services organization, Mastek provides digital engineering, customer experience and cloud transformation solutions to Healthcare, Retail, Higher Ed, State & Local government, & Manufacturing industries in North America. With the recent acquisition of MST Solutions in mid-2022, … [More]

Global Battery Manufacturer to Invest $5.5 Billion to Build Battery Manufacturing Complex in Queen Creek

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LG Energy Solution (LGES), a leading global manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, mobility, IT, and energy storage systems, announced it will invest a total of $5.5 billion to build a battery manufacturing complex in Queen Creek, Arizona. The complex will consist of two manufacturing facilities – one for cylindrical batteries for electric vehicles (EV) … [More]

Goodwill and Suns Launch ‘Impactful’ Strategic Partnership

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Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with the Phoenix Suns to raise awareness of Goodwill’s vital efforts to drive social impact and sustainability across Arizona. As part of the partnership, Goodwill CEO, Tim O’Neal, will be honored for his innovation and contributions to help end poverty through the power of work during a … [More]

EarthWise Pet Expands Footprint with Acquisition of Four See Spot Shop Stores in Arizona

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EarthWise Pet, now one of the biggest players in the pet supply and services industry, has announced the acquisition four See Spot Shop stores in the Scottsdale, Arizona market. These acquisitions are part of the company's larger mission to the leading pet services company in the nation. EarthWise Pet's recent acquisition of four See Spot Shop locations is … [More]

Consumer Finance Co. Expands Operations to Arizona

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Regional Management Corp., a diversified consumer finance company, announced today that it has commenced lending operations in Arizona, its 19th U.S. state, and expects to open its first branch within Arizona during the second quarter of 2023. “We are excited to bring our suite of affordable financial solutions to consumers in Arizona and further expand our operations … [More]

Celebrity Shareholders Bring Atlanta-Based Chicken and Waffles Concept to Westgate

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Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles, an original concept created by celebrity shareholders Ne-Yo and Chef Crystal Smith, is set to open to the public the weekend of March 31 at Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale. Johnny’s Chicken and Waffles menu features their namesake crispy and juicy fried chicken paired with golden waffles and their award-winning, Southern staple mac … [More]

Old Town’s Newest Rooftop Hangout Opens

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Pour Decisions, located at 4209 N. Craftsman Ct. Scottsdale, AZ 85251 will offer an inviting, fun and elevated take on the familiar Old Town bar and nightclub scene. One of the only rooftop bars in Old Town, and one of the few not part of a hotel, Pour Decisions is set to be the newest go-to hangout for those more discerning guests to watch a game, grab a meal with friends, or … [More]

Construction Begins on New Wind Energy Resource Project North of Flagstaff

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Construction begins this week on the newest wind energy resource that will support SRP’s power grid and customers in the Valley. The Babbitt Ranch Energy Center, a 161-megawatt (MW) wind project, is now under construction on Babbitt Ranches property in Coconino County, north of Flagstaff. This facility is scheduled to begin delivering clean energy to SRP customers by early … [More]

University of Phoenix Announces Agreement With Northwest College

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University of Phoenix is pleased to announce a new academic agreement with Northwest College that supports building pathways from community college courses to higher degrees at the University. The agreement, called a 3+1 Transfer Pathway Program, allows Northwest College students to save on the cost of their education by spending three years completing general course … [More]

Nikola to Complete Battery Manufacturing Move from California to Arizona

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Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero emission transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, today announced that the move to transition battery manufacturing from Cypress, Calif. to its Coolidge, Ariz. manufacturing facility is expected to be complete by April 2023, months ahead of the original schedule. The ability … [More]

Atlanta-Based Arcadia Cold to Open New State-of-the-Art Cold Storage Facility in Phoenix

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Arcadia Cold Storage and Logistics has entered into an agreement to lease and operate a new cold storage facility that is currently under construction and located west of Phoenix between US Interstates 17 and 10 in the heart of the Southwest distribution market. This marks Arcadia's fourth facility that will open in 2023 in support of their national cold storage … [More]

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