Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, the leading pet service franchise brand, has announced that in the course of a month, it has broken into three central states along the Western United States. Between June and July of 2023, Woof Gang inked agreements with franchisee owners in major cities including Phoenix, Arizona, Boise, Idaho, and Seattle, Washington. This marks another … [More]
Tech-Enabled Mobile Dog Grooming Co. Expands Services to Phoenix
Barkbus, a tech-enabled, luxury mobile dog grooming company, announced that it will be expanding its services to Phoenix, Arizona, following its successful launch in Dallas earlier this year. Potential customers can check out the expanded service area and reserve appointments directly on the Barkbus website. The company has already hired experienced groomers and a leadership … [More]
Racing School Announces Major Business Expansion in Chandler
Radford Racing School, the world’s premier driving and racing school, announced that it has expanded its business in Chandler, Ariz., by collaborating with the Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park on the Gila River Indian Reservation to keep the park’s four permanent tracks open and available to Radford students. This includes the 14-turn, 1.6-mile Main Track road course; 10-turn, … [More]
Nikola Announces Purchase Agreement with Supply Chain Co. for Zero-Emission Trucks
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, and J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, announced an agreement in which subsidiary J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. will purchase 13 Nikola zero-emission Class 8 trucks as the … [More]
Looking Good 2023 – August Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements Willmeng Named a Best Workplaces for 2023 Cintas Earns Highest Safety Award Koibito Poké Named a Top Emerging Franchise Philanthropy Pita Jungle Helps Fight Food Insecurity Over Easy Helps Provide Hunger Relief … [More]
Jump-Starting and Scaling a Marketplace
Case studies in strategy
Jump-starting a marketplace can be a real challenge for entrepreneurs. They face a classic chicken or the egg problem. Without enough supply, there’s very little reason for consumers or buyers to show up, and without strong consumer demand, suppliers are generally reluctant to sign up, or they will lose interest if consumer demand takes a long time to show up. Jump-Starting a … [More]
Leading EDI Provider Opens New Data Center in Phoenix Metro Area
Global leader in EDI and e-invoicing software, Comarch, recently opened its newest data center, and first fully owned and operated facility in North America. In June 2023, their latest infrastructure innovation completed construction in the Phoenix metropolitan area of Mesa, Arizona. The 32,000-square-foot flagship facility is designed to meet the growing demand for … [More]
Phoenix-Based HVAC and Plumbing Systems Co. Expands and Establishes Strong Industry Presence
In just a month since its market debut, Modigent, a has emerged as a notable player in next-generation infrastructure, technology, and energy solutions, propelling its growth and establishing a strong foothold from coast to coast through strategic acquisitions. Prior to its rebranding as Modigent in June 2023, the company executed a series of impactful acquisitions, such as … [More]
Romac Industries Establishes Manufacturing And Distribution Facility in Goodyear
Romac Industries, Inc., America’s premier manufacturer of pipe products for the waterworks and wastewater industries, announced it has leased a new manufacturing and distribution facility in Goodyear, Arizona developed and owned in a partnership between Baker Development, Foundation Capital and GTIS Partners LP. The facility will commence the first phase of operations in … [More]
Locally Owned Fast-Casual Mexican Restaurant to Open Peoria Location
Someburros, a fast-casual and family-operated group of restaurants known for authentic Sonoran-style Mexican food in the Valley since 1986, will launch its 14th Arizona location in Peoria on the Northeast corner of 83rd Avenue and Thunderbird Road (8200 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria, AZ 85381). With its first ever Peoria location, Someburros is excited to share the food that the … [More]
Plant-Based Food Co. Headquartered in Phoenix Takes on Chicken Industry
Chef Michael Salem, the former head of culinary innovation at Burger King who played a pivotal role in introducing the plant-based Impossible Whopper to the menu, is now gearing up to challenge the dominant players in the alternative-meat industry. His strategy hinges on a single factor – flavor. Today, Salem announced the official launch of Recreate Foods, a venture-backed, … [More]
Local Housecleaning Company Expands with Acquisition
Going GreenHouse, the residential housecleaning company that uses exclusively non-toxic products, has just announced its acquisition of Essential Cleaning, another cleaning company with a similar business model and mindset. This acquisition will allow Going GreenHouse to expand its reach throughout the east valley, Phoenix and Scottsdale and to increase its client base, a … [More]
Buck & Rider Set to Open in Gilbert Early September
In early September, Buck & Rider will open the doors of our newest location in Gilbert, bringing their concept to the East Valley. The opening of Buck & Rider at Epicenter at Agritopia will be a game-changer for the Valley, mirroring the cuisine and service we are known for in Phoenix and N. Scottsdale so there’s no need to leave Gilbert for an exceptional restaurant … [More]
Acquisition of Nikola’s Hydrogen Hub in Phoenix Creates American Green Energy Jobs
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, and Fortescue Future Industries (FFI), a global green energy and metals company committed to leading the world in stepping beyond fossil fuels by developing green electrons, green hydrogen and green technology at scale, today announced FFI … [More]
Brewery Debuts Renovation of Original Tempe Location
Pedal Haus Brewery's Tempe location (730 S. Mill Ave.), which is the brand’s original restaurant that opened in 2015, has undergone a major renovation. “Having recently moved our production to a larger space in Chandler we are now completing our fourth renovation since opening almost eight years ago,” said Julian Wright founder of Pedal Haus Brewery. “It’s always exciting to … [More]
Set Jet to Become Public via Merger with Revelstone Capital
Set Jet, Inc., a membership-based private jet charter program, and Revelstone Capital Acquisition Corp., a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company, announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement and plan of merger. Upon closing of the Proposed Business Combination, expected in the fourth quarter of 2023, the newly combined company will operate as Set … [More]
Two International Companies Select Phoenix for North American Headquarters
Evie Networks, a leading Australian electric vehicle fast-charging company, and TCRT, a fire-retardant ballistic rubber and product manufacturer, have selected Phoenix, Arizona as the site of their North American headquarters. Evie Networks will establish electric vehicle charging stations across Arizona and expects to have its first U.S. sites up and running within 18 … [More]
Nikola and BayoTech Partner to Advance Zero-Emission Hydrogen Delivery
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via its HYLA brand, and BayoTech, Inc. (“BayoTech”), an innovator in hydrogen production, transportation and storage solutions, announced an agreement to advance reliable hydrogen supply for zero-emission commercial fuel cell electric vehicle fleets. The … [More]
