Wilde Wealth Management Group, a locally owned financial services firm that provides comprehensive retirement, investment, real estate, insurance, legal and tax planning services all under one roof, announced the opening of its Goodyear office, located at 1626 N. Litchfield Road, Ste. 280. Leading the new 3,010-square-foot office as managing partner is Brian Hershey. Phelps … [More]
Three Arizona Businesses Win USDA Funding to Scale Production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Southwest Regional Food Business Center announced that three Arizona projects were selected for funding for the first round of the Business Builder Award Program, created to build the capacity of small and mid-sized farms and food businesses. Between 2025-2027, the SWRFBC has committed to distributing $4.1 million in awards across … [More]
Uber’s $300M Lucid Investment Confirms Phoenix-Built Robotaxis
Lucid Group, Inc., maker of advanced electric vehicles, announced the closing of a $300 million investment in the company by Uber Technologies, Inc. The strategic investment was made as part of the next-generation premium global robotaxi program announced in July. The robotaxi, which will utilize Lucid's electric vehicle technology platform, is planned to be built at … [More]
Valley Renewable Developer Lands $250M, Bringing Two-Year Financing Stack to $4.5B
Arevon Energy, Inc., a leading renewable energy developer, owner, and operator, announced it has secured a $250 million tax equity commitment from Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. for Arevon's two-phase 430 megawatt Kelso Solar Project in Scott County, Missouri. The transaction brings Arevon's aggregate solar and energy storage project financings to $4.5 billion executed within the last … [More]
Mesa AV Integration Co. Acquired by Industry Giant
AVI-SPL, a provider of digital enablement solutions, announced the acquisition of CCS Presentation Systems Southwest, an audio-visual design and systems integration firm headquartered in Mesa, Arizona. CCS has a rich, 34-year history of expertly serving customers in the Arizona market with a focus on continuously optimizing communications and collaboration solutions for the … [More]
Scottsdale Travel Agency to be Acquired in $125M Deal
TBO, based in Gurugram, India, announced its agreement to acquire US based Classic Vacations from Phoenix-based investment firm, The Najafi Companies, for an estimated total purchase of up to $125 million. The acquisition brings together the power of TBO's first-class technology platform and worldwide inventory with Classic Vacation's vast network of luxury travel advisors … [More]
Fast-Growing Valley Coffee Co. Announces IPO
Black Rock Coffee Bar, Inc. announced the launch of the initial public offering of 14,705,882 shares of its Class A common stock. The initial public offering price is currently expected to be between $16.00 and $18.00 per share. Black Rock Coffee Bar expects to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 2,205,882 shares of its Class A common stock at … [More]
Headquartering Here: Benefits of Having Your Business in Arizona
“Some of the most prominent companies in the world have chosen Greater Phoenix as a headquarters location. From direct economic contribution and job creation to advancements in technology and healthcare, these companies are integral to Greater Phoenix’s quality of life and economic opportunity,” says Chris Camacho, president and CEO of Greater Phoenix Economic … [More]
Looking Good 2025 – September Standouts
ACHIEVEMENTS James Agency One of Inc.’s Best Workplaces Nonnie Shivers Named CLEL Fellow Kristen Rosati Awarded Top Honor in Health Law PHILANTHROPY 3-Year Grants from McCarthy Building Companies Delta Dental of Arizona Supports Community OneAZ Credit Union Grants Strengthen AZ’s Workforce … [More]
Tempe Packaging Firm Expands Footprint and Capabilities with Phoenix Acquisition
Foam Packaging Specialties, LLC, has acquired Advanced Packaging Specialties Inc., a Phoenix-based company known for its box design, manufacturing and packaging distribution. The acquisition expands Foam Packaging Specialties’ offerings to include complete packaging systems such as custom foam inserts, corrugated boxes and shipping materials, provided through the new brand, … [More]
