STK Steakhouse, the globally recognized steakhouse concept from The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. has officially opened its highly anticipated downtown Phoenix location at 201 E. Washington St., Suite 114, bringing the brand’s signature “vibe dining” experience to the center of one of the country’s fastest-growing cities. Located steps from the city’s sports and entertainment … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Fiber Provider Spins Off Business Technology Brand
Saddleback Communications, the fiber-based voice and internet provider serving residents and businesses on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC), announced today the launch of Salt River Connect, a dedicated business technology brand built to serve commercial organizations across the greater Scottsdale, Arizona, area. Salt River Connect formally separates … [More]
New Café Aims to Raise the Bar on Healthy Dining in Tempe
Buffables Café, located at 1325 W. University Dr., is set to open this June with the mission of redefining and improving upon the concept of healthy dining as the community knows it. Buffables is the brainchild of Craig and Grant Logan, brothers and entrepreneurs whose passion for healthy cooking, eating and living inspired them to create a “healthier version of a healthy … [More]
Top-Rated Bakery Brand Invests $750K in New PV Flagship
Too Sweet Cakes, the women-owned bakery brand named one of the top six cake shops in the U.S. by USA Today, will open its first flagship store at PV, the $2 billion redevelopment of the former Paradise Valley Mall, this October. The 1,800-square-foot location represents a $750,000 investment, marking the company's fourth retail store and its first space designed with full … [More]
Berkshire Hathaway Strikes $8.5B Deal for Scottsdale Homebuilding Giant
Taylor Morrison Home Corporation and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. jointly announced that they have reached a definitive agreement for Berkshire Hathaway to acquire Taylor Morrison for $72.50 per common share in cash, representing a total equity value for Taylor Morrison of approximately $6.8 billion and total enterprise value of approximately $8.5 billion. The acquisition price … [More]
ASU, GoDaddy Launch National Program for College Athletes
The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics, announced a new collaboration with SPORTx at Arizona State University and GoDaddy that lays the foundation for student-athlete education and activation opportunities relative to Name, Image and Likeness. SPORTx Venture Studio built with GoDaddy will be recognized as NACDA's Annual and Convention sponsor ahead of the … [More]
Looking Good 2026 – June Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy ACHIEVEMENTS Sundt Construction Leads Industry in Safety Scottsdale Advisor Continues National Streak 72SOLD Founder Accepts National Appointment PHILANTHROPY OneAZ Strengthens Community Burch & Cracchiolo Upgrades Teacher Award Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Builds on $1M Tradition … [More]
Auto Repair Store Expansion Jumps to Phoenix from Northeast U.S.
Full-service auto repair Dunn Tire & Auto recently opened a store in Phoenix. This location, on Bell Road east of I-17, marks not only its first Phoenix location but its first location beyond the Northeast. “We have always prioritized smart, measured growth across our portfolio of tire and full-service automotive maintenance shops,” says Daniel Cota, Dunn Tire & Auto … [More]
Men’s Grooming Industry Is Looking Good
As a Gold Canyon homeowner for more than 14 years, I have watched the Valley transform — new communities rising, businesses relocating and a population growing at roughly three times the national average. With population growth and a strong lifestyle focus, the Phoenix metro is one of the most compelling markets in the country for premium, experience-driven brands. That is why … [More]
Arizona Expands Global Chip Push with Asia Mission
Building on record international activity and historic foreign investments, the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), will lead an economic and innovation-focused delegation to Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Taiwan from May 27 through June 3. The visit underscores Arizona’s accelerating international momentum and the state’s expanding leadership in the global technology … [More]
$850M Deal Advances Arizona Cobalt Processing Project
EVelution Energy LLC, a U.S. critical minerals company developing the first commercial-scale cobalt metal and cobalt sulfate processing facility in the United States, announced the signing of a binding long-term offtake agreement with Mitsui & Co., Ltd., valued at approximately $850 million over the five-year term of the agreement (based on current market … [More]
Scottsdale Alternative Asset Manager Acquires Equipment Leasing Co.
Trinity Capital Inc., a leading alternative asset manager, announced that it acquired Equipment Leasing Services, a provider of flexible equipment finance options to businesses across the Southwest in various sectors including manufacturing, transportation, construction and aerospace. With over 25 years in operation, ELS brings an established originations platform, recurring … [More]
Homebuilder Plans 616K-SF Modular Home Factory in West Valley
Cavco Industries, Inc. announced plans to build a state-of-the-art home manufacturing facility in El Mirage, Arizona. The new 616,000 square foot building facility will increase access to affordable housing across multiple states by producing exceptional, affordable HUD-code manufactured and modular single-family homes. Cavco, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, designs and … [More]
Harkey Media Acquires Valley Portfolio with Expansion in Mind
Harkey Media, the out-of-home (OOH) advertising company that has built a national presence across America's largest cities, is making its biggest investment right in its own backyard. The company announced the acquisition of Boulevard Outdoor, a Phoenix-based operator, along with plans to develop approximately half a dozen additional advertising locations throughout the Phoenix … [More]
Hawaiian Fast-Casual Chain Opens Second Valley Location at CityScape
Mo’ Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food opened its second Arizona location May 18 in downtown Phoenix, continuing the brand’s expansion in the state and introducing more Arizonans to its take on traditional Hawaiian plate lunch. Located at 50 W. Jefferson St., Suite 180, in CityScape, the new restaurant places Mo’ Bettahs in the heart of downtown, just steps from major office … [More]
California Electrical Contractor to Establish Mountain West HQ in Chandler
Rosendin Electric, Inc., the nation’s largest employee-owned electrical contractor, announced the purchase of Allred Park Place Building 4 in Chandler, which will serve as the company’s new Mountain West regional headquarters. The new campus will unite Rosendin’s regional operations teams with its growing workforce and corporate teams, including Engineering, Technology, … [More]
North Scottsdale Animal Hospital Opens with Focus on Preventive Care
Local veterinarian Dr. Daniele Johnson announced the opening of Livewell Animal Hospital of North Scottsdale, located at 17757 N Scottsdale Rd Suite 104, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. After practicing in North Scottsdale for the past several years, Dr. Johnson is excited to deepen roots in the community with a modern veterinary hospital that blends high-quality medical care with … [More]
Insurance Co. Acquires Surety Platform in Growth Push
CopperPoint Insurance Company, a leading Arizona-based specialty provider of workers' compensation and commercial insurance solutions, announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire General Indemnity Group (GIG) and its subsidiaries, including United Casualty & Surety Insurance Company (UCS), industry-leading surety placement platform BOSS Bonds, and … [More]
