ON Semiconductor Corporation (Nasdaq: ON) (“ON Semiconductor”) and Fairchild Semiconductor International, Inc. (Nasdaq: FCS) (“Fairchild”) jointly announced today that ON Semiconductor has successfully completed its previously announced $2.4 billion cash acquisition of Fairchild. “The acquisition of Fairchild is a transformative step in our quest to become the premier … [More]
UA Eller College Jumps Higher in Several ‘U.S. News & World Report’ Rankings, Cracking the Top 10 Public Business Schools
The University of Arizona Eller College of Management moved up this year in several categories, according to the U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges issue, released today. The Eller undergraduate program moved up from No. 22 last year to No. 19 this year among business schools nationwide, and is ranked No. 9 among public programs, reentering the top 10 … [More]
Diamondbacks’ president gets 8-year contract extension
The Arizona Diamondbacks have given team president and chief executive officer Derrick Hall an eight-year contract extension. Hall said Wednesday there have been discussions about the extension for several months. He said he is "thrilled" to have it completed because, as he put it, "this is home" and there's nowhere else he'd rather be. Hall joined the Diamondbacks … [More]
Valley Leadership selects Class 38 of its Leadership Institute
Valley Leadership is pleased to announce Valley Leadership Institute Class 38. After a competitive selection process the group was chosen from a wide range of business sectors, including corporate and nonprofit executives, small business owners, public officials and servants, and leaders in healthcare, education, law, and technology. Valley Leadership, which has been … [More]
Eide Bailly Recommits to Long-Term Lease in Phoenix Midtown Office Market
Phoenix’s Midtown office market remains a prime location for corporate tenants to grow and thrive at affordable rents, according to the Phoenix office of JLL and a recent 19,380-square-foot lease renewal and expansion completed at Central Arts Plaza on behalf of tax accountant and CPA firm Eide Bailly, LLP. Eide Bailly has occupied a full floor at the BMO Tower at Central … [More]
Galvanize Signs Lease at Monroe Building
Galvanize, the dynamic tech learning community, is joining the growing family of technology entrepreneurs at The Monroe Building. The Denver-based start-up offering training in software development and data science is bringing its educational programs to the Valley and was drawn to the creative environment at The Monroe Building. Galvanize joins other top tech businesses … [More]
Fountain Hills Company Enters Two New Markets
WiredUp Installation, a Fountain Hills-based digital installation company, announced it will expand into Florida and California this year. The decision follows two installation contracts with a large-scale convenience store and donut shop chain in these coastal markets. The company will also expand existing relationships with a fitness center and small and big box … [More]
Swiftpage Announces Act! Premium Available on Subscription in Europe
Scottsdale-based Swiftpage, the maker of Act! and a leading provider of software and services that help small and mid-sized businesses grow, today announced that Act! v18.1 is now available on subscription in Europe. The latest version is now available in French and German. Customers now have the option to deploy Act! on premise or have it hosted in the cloud, with flexible … [More]
Cybersecurity, Use of Internet of Things Technology Concern Manufacturers
Powered in part by the growing use of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, cybersecurity has surged to become one of the leading concerns for global manufacturers, according to a recently released study. Cybersecurity has long been a hot-button issue for companies in the financial services, health care, retail, and energy sectors because these companies often host vast … [More]
Arizona Commerce Authority, Arizona Zanjeros Launch Aerospace and Defense Company Database
The Arizona Commerce Authority and Arizona Zanjeros aerospace and defense industry sub-committee have announced the launch of a comprehensive database designed to connect aerospace and defense companies with Arizona-based suppliers. “Governor Ducey’s vision for the Arizona Zanjeros is to not only promote Arizona as the best place for doing business, but also to help drive … [More]
