Dana Dumas, the founder and CEO of SugarJam The Southern Kitchen, unveiled her newest culinary venture: Soul Fire Tacos. Under the portfolio of Dumas’ restaurant group, SJ Concepts, LLC., Soul Fire Tacos is a bold, culture-driven taco house set to open on Feb. 21 in the Scottsdale Airpark. Located a few doors down from SugarJam The Southern Kitchen at N. Hayden Road. and N. … [More]
Award-Winning Healthy Italian Chain Opens Seventh Valley Location
Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen is slated to open its seventh location in Happy Valley in early March. The new restaurant, part of this popular locally owned chain, will be located at 3890 W. Happy Valley Road, Phoenix, AZ. Picazzo’s, voted Best Italian Restaurant in the 2025 Best of the Valley Awards, Best Italian Food in the 2024 Phoenix Home & Garden Readers’ Choice … [More]
Valley Coffee Roaster Hits 20 Locations with Camelback Corridor Opening
PRESS Coffee, the Phoenix-based specialty coffee roaster, announced the opening of a new PRESS Coffee location in Phoenix’s Camelback Corridor, estimated for Spring 2026. This will mark the company’s 20th location across the Valley, and the expansion of the specialty coffee experience into one of the most dynamic business and retail districts. Located at 3133 E. Camelback … [More]
Valley Mobility Tech Co. Secures $1B New York Traffic Safety Contract
Verra Mobility Corporation, a leading provider of safe, smart, and connected mobility technology solutions, announced that it has finalized a new, five-year, $998 million contract with the New York City Department of Transportation to continue managing New York City's automated enforcement camera programs, with an option to extend for an additional five-year term. This includes … [More]
Woman-Owned Phoenix Brewery Announces Chandler Expansion
Greenwood Brewing, the award-winning Phoenix-based, woman-owned craft brewery founded by Megan Greenwood, announced that it will open a new location in Downtown Chandler later this year. The new taproom will be located at 55 N. Arizona Place in The AJ. Owned by retail real estate investment firm Asana Partners, The AJ is a mixed-used destination surrounded by beautiful parks … [More]
Garmin Debuts Aviation Operations Facility in Mesa
Garmin announced that it has acquired a hangar and office complex at the Mesa Gateway airport in Mesa, Arizona (KIWA). This new facility space will expand the company's capacity for its aircraft certification and flight test organizations. The facility consists of two adjacent hangars of approximately 75,000 total square feet which includes office space that can accommodate … [More]
Scottsdale Builder Launches Luxury Custom Home Division
Finesse Custom Homes has launched as the luxury custom-home division of Finesse Construction, bringing more than 20 years of commercial construction expertise and nationwide project experience to the Phoenix-area luxury home market. The new division aims to streamline the custom home building process through technology integration, transparent pricing, and national buying … [More]
Fitness Brand Expands into Mesa with Largest Location
Amped Fitness, a rapidly expanding fitness brand, announced it is coming soon to Mesa, Arizona, marking the company's second location in the state following the upcoming opening of Amped Fitness Glendale later this month. The new Mesa club will be located at 445 N Stapley Dr, Mesa, AZ 85203 and span an impressive 54,000 square feet —making it Amped Fitness' largest location … [More]
Phoenix HVAC Operator Acquired by National Platform
Tucker Hill Air, Plumbing & Electric announced its acquisition by Chill Brothers, marking a strategic partnership designed to support continued growth and operational strength in the Phoenix market. The transaction reflects Tucker Hill's disciplined expansion, professional team, and investment in best-in-class systems built to perform in one of the most competitive … [More]
Tempe Brunch Hotspot Reopens following Devastating Fire and $1.9M Restoration
U.S. Egg Brunch + Cocktails is reopening after a 15-month closure and a full rebuild from a devastating 2024 fire. The beloved family-owned brunch spot known for its original protein pancakes has officially reopened its Tempe location at 131 E. Baseline Road. The reopening marks a major milestone for the family-owned restaurants’ 40th anniversary. The Tempe location was forced … [More]
Valley Dog Grooming Franchise Signs 67-License National Expansion Deal
Sparkle Grooming Co., the rapidly-growing dog grooming franchise, is proud to announce a landmark 67-license regional development agreement with Sanjay Bhatt. The expansion will bring Sparkle's modern grooming model to Maryland, Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and North Carolina, marking the largest regional development deal in the brand's history. Bhatt is an … [More]
Candle-Lit Mexican Dining Concept to Open Third Location in Gilbert
The Mission, will officially open its newest location at Epicenter at Agritopia in Gilbert on Monday, February 9. From acclaimed Chef/Partner Matt Carter, The Mission Gilbert marks the restaurant’s third Valley location, bringing its signature candle-lit ambiance, award-winning cuisine, and agave-forward cocktails to one of the East Valley’s most vibrant dining destinations. … [More]
California Fast-Casual Restaurant Debuts First Arizona Location in Scottsdale
Mendocino Farms, a California-born fast-casual concept, is opening its first Arizona location in Gainey Ranch on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The Scottsdale opening marks another milestone in the brand’s continued expansion, bringing its signature “Eat Happy” experience to one of the Valley’s most vibrant neighborhoods. The new Mendocino Farms offers a welcoming space for … [More]
Scottsdale Resort Reveals $25M Transformation of Landmark Spa
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa announced the official opening of the newly transformed Spa at Camelback Inn. The $25 million reimagining elevates one of Arizona's most iconic wellness destinations into a modern sanctuary rooted in the essence of the Sonoran Desert, thoughtfully designed to reflect the brand's holistic well-being philosophy and commitment … [More]
Looking Good 2026 – February Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy ACHIEVEMENTS Terracon Earns Environmental Honor Jackie Orcutt Named 2025 Woman ICON Clear Title Agency: A Top Company to Work For Trevor H. Halpern: Tops in U.S. Real Estate Helpany Sweeps Tech Awards PHILANTHROPY UMB Contributes $300,000 to the Phoenix Community … [More]
Structured Loss Control Programs: Protecting Against Rising Costs in High-Risk Industries
In sectors like construction and manufacturing, a single incident can trigger escalating claims that may snowball into nuclear verdicts, high premium costs and long-term reputational damage. More than checking compliance boxes, structured loss control programs fortify defense, demonstrate accountability to insurers and enhance bottom lines in industries where risk never sleeps … [More]
Phoenix Pickleball Concept Goes Global with Europe Push
Pickleball Kingdom, the world's largest indoor pickleball entity, announced its expansion into Europe. To lead the charge, Philippe Bru has been appointed as Developer for the European expansion for Pickleball Kingdom, marking a significant milestone in the brand's global expansion strategy. As pickleball continues its rapid rise worldwide, Pickleball Kingdom is bringing its … [More]
Two-Year Webcasting Platform Revamp Leads to Strategic Sale to Global Operator
Pivotal Group, a Phoenix-based technology investor and builder of companies, announced the sale of GlobalMeet, a leading enterprise webcasting and virtual events platform used by more than half of Fortune 500 companies, to N. Harris Computer Corporation. The deal marks the culmination of a focused, two-year ownership period for Pivotal Group. Since acquiring GlobalMeet, … [More]
