Insight Enterprises, a Fortune 500 solutions integrator helping organizations accelerate their digital journey, welcomed local innovation leaders to the grand opening of Insight Way, Insight’s new global headquarters based in Chandler, Arizona, designed as a modern workplace for the hybrid, anywhere worker. The more than 200,000-square-foot innovation hub, located at 2701 E. … [More]
20,000-Seat Cricket Stadium Coming to Buckeye
The Mangat Group, a Glendale-based land development group, announced today plans to build a world-class cricket stadium to serve the international cricket community in Buckeye, Ariz. The 20,000-seat stadium, known as MG Cricket Stadium, will sit on 30 acres located north of the I-10 freeway on Miller Road. “Although cricket has been played for many years in other countries, … [More]
Local Charter Schools Approve Large Pay Raise for Arizona Teachers
Legacy Traditional Schools believes outstanding, supported teachers are at the heart of students’ success. Legacy says that's why they have announced the approval of across-the-board teacher pay increases for the 2022-23 school year. Average pay for over 700 teachers across the Legacy network of 21 Arizona schools, as well as Legacy Online Academy, will increase by an average … [More]
Premier Southern Brunch Restaurant Announces Expansion
SugarJam The Southern Kitchen, a Southern brunch restaurant and bakery located in North Scottsdale, is excited to announce that it will be expanding its restaurant with a new gift shop full of curated finds from local and national vendors. In addition, to the gift shop SugarJam is launching their ice cream trailer serving Southern flavors. The Market by SugarJam and the … [More]
AZ Wealth Management Group Launches In-House Insurance Firm
Wilde Wealth Management Group, an award-winning financial services firm that provides comprehensive retirement, investment, real estate, insurance, legal and tax planning services all under one roof through in-house partners and local affiliated firms, has announced the launch of Wilde Wealth Insurance. The new in-house firm, which will be located conveniently at Wilde’s newly … [More]
Chandler Entrepreneurs Open Sky Zone, Largest Indoor Entertainment Brand
Sky Zone, creator of the world's first indoor trampoline park and leader in the indoor active entertainment industry, has added entrepreneur Cheryl Farago and multi-unit Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care franchisee Katie Moore to its growing roster of prominent franchisees. Set to open in the first quarter of 2023, the new park will bring Sky Zone's joy-inducing experience … [More]
New Coworking Community Opens in Mesa
CO+HOOTS, a fast-growing coworking community, has opened in downtown Mesa. The occasion was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony held this morning at CO+HOOTS’ new workspace at Benedictine University, 225. E. Main St. “CO+HOOTS has emerged as the premier coworking space in the Phoenix-Mesa metro area, and they continue to grow their work in support of small businesses, … [More]
National Firm Acquires Mesa Prosthetics Manufacturer
WillowWood Global LLC, a leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of prosthetic products, today announced that it has acquired MAKstride Prosthetics. The highly complementary transaction represents WillowWood's first strategic acquisition since partnering with growth-oriented private equity firm Blue Sea Capital LLC in December 2021. Based in Mesa, Arizona, MAKstride … [More]
Commercial Bank Expands in Arizona, Adds to Local Team
Vantage West is expanding its reach in Arizona with the addition of three commercial banking team members. This move will allow businesses and real estate developers to leverage more resources including financial advice, guidance, and other credit union advantages to help fuel their business growth. Mark Papoccia, Chief Business & Consumer Banking, said, “We are delighted … [More]
Brooklyn Bedding and Helix Sleep Acquire Bear Mattress
Brooklyn Bedding, manufacturer, retailer, and pioneer of the bed-in-a-box mattress, and Helix Sleep, the leading direct-to-consumer custom sleep brand in the country, (collectively, "Brooklyn-Helix") have announced the acquisition of Bear Mattress. Founded in 2015, Bear Mattress has become the premier sleep company for active lifestyles. The brand's mattresses are engineered … [More]
U.S. Engineering Firm Makes Strategic Acquisition of Arizona-Based Firm
Universal Engineering Sciences®, a national leading engineering and consulting company specializing in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting, has acquired Speedie and Associates, an Arizona-based company offering geotechnical, environmental, construction materials testing, and … [More]
Employee Benefits Co. Changes Name, Streamlines Operations and Gains Brand Visibility
Cambridge Benefit Solutions is changing its name to Benefit Commerce Group (BCG), an Alera Group Company. This change is effective July 1st. Cambridge has been a division of Benefit Commerce Group since joining Alera Group in April of 2020. “The purpose of this change is to streamline operations and to reflect the greater brand visibility of BCG for all our employee benefits … [More]
Arizona-Based Cannabis Co. Launches Summer Products to Meet Market Demands
OGeez! Brands, a leading Arizona-based cannabis infusion company, just released a limited-edition piña colada gummy, its first-ever seasonal flavor. The gummy, which comes in both indica and sativa, hit Arizona dispensaries on June 21, the first day of summer. "Who doesn't love a piña colada?" said OGeez! CEO Bran Noonan. "They just conjure up summertime … [More]
Popular Quick-Service Restaurant Opens First West Valley Location
On Thursday, July 7, popular Arizona-based restaurant brand eegee’s will open the doors to its first West Valley location at 35th Avenue and Peoria Avenue. Those in the area will now be able to conveniently enjoy eegee’s namesake frozen drink—an ice-cold concoction packed with chunks of real fruit—award-winning French fries, signature subs, grinders and more. The … [More]
Looking Good 2022 – July Standouts
Achievements Trevor Wilde Named a Top Wealth Advisor in Arizona Two AAED Members Named Top 50 Economic Developers in Nation Philanthropy Alkaline Water Company Donates Its Popular Water Phoenix Rescue Mission Cox Donation Provides for Solar Panel Installation at Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley Larry H. Miller Dealerships’ Donations for … [More]
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers on Hot Streak
The restaurant industry is about great food, appealing surroundings and happy customers. Recent supply chain issues have impacted the industry with availability — but mainly the actual cost — of food. We’ve been good customers for our suppliers for years; however, when our suppliers see food costs leap, it’s a challenge even for them to tell us that news. A key observation is … [More]
