Employment growth is strongest in sectors shaped by digital transformation and artificial intelligence. IT roles are expanding due to increased demand for cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development and data analytics. STEM positions are also rising as technical expertise becomes critical for innovation and automation. Sales roles now require proficiency with digital … [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]
UMB Contributes $300,000 to the Phoenix Community
UMB Bank, n.a., a subsidiary of UMB Financial Corporation recently donated $300,000 to support three nonprofit organizations serving the Phoenix community: Brophy College Preparatory, Great Hearts Academies and School Choice Arizona. This is part of UMB’s annual corporate charitable donations that support a range of nonprofit organizations across its national footprint. … [More]
Helpany Sweeps Tech Awards
Helpany, a Scottsdale-based AI company that’s redefining safety and independence for seniors in group care, recently swept McKnight’s Tech Awards receiving the Best in Show Award for its combination of strategic thinking, innovative delivery and needle-moving results. They also received Gold in “Proactive Care,” Gold in “Resident/Patient Monitoring & Safety,” and Silver in … [More]
Trevor H. Halpern: Tops in U.S. Real Estate
RealTrends named Trevor H. Halpern, J.D., founder and CEO of Halpern Residential at eXp, as one of the Top 1,000 Agents in the United States. Since launching his real estate career in 2011, Halpern has consistently landed in the top 1% of agents in Greater Phoenix. … [More]
Clear Title Agency: A Top Company to Work For
Clear Title Agency of Arizona, a leader in commercial and residential title and escrow services, has been recognized for the 13th consecutive year as a Top Company to Work for in Arizona by Best Companies Group. … [More]
Jackie Orcutt Named 2025 Woman ICON
Leading networking organization Arizona Commercial Real Estate Women named 18-year industry veteran and CBRE Executive Vice President Jackie Orcutt as its 2025 Woman ICON honoree. Established by AZCREW in 2024, the ICON award honors a trailblazing woman in commercial real estate who has applied exceptional leadership and innovation to pave the way for future generations. … [More]
Terracon Earns Environmental Honor
Terracon Consultants, in collaboration with the Flood Control District of Maricopa County and contractor Rummel Construction, won the American Public Works Association Arizona Project of the Year in 2025 in the Environment category (under $5 million) for their work on the Durango Campus Landscape and Water Conservation Retrofit in Phoenix. … [More]
Comparing Wages and Numbers of Women in Construction
Construction has historically been a male-dominated sector. In the 1960s, only about 6% of construction industry workers were women. This figure began to rise sharply between 1970 and the early 1990s, coinciding with increasing rates of female labor force participation overall. Between then and the mid-2000s, female representation in the construction sector remained relatively … [More]
BODI Scottsdale Trends with Red Light for Fitness, Recovery
Red light therapy has quickly moved from a popular beauty treatment to one of the most talked-about innovations in fitness and fitness recovery. Long recognized for its dermatological benefits, including improved skin texture, reduced fine lines, and even boosted hair growth, red light is now gaining traction in performance and recovery circles. At BODI Scottsdale, one of the … [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]
Waymo Launches New Feature for Businesses
Waymo recently launched Waymo for Business. It offers organizations a powerful blend of safe, sustainable transportation and enterprise-grade management tools, making it a strategic solution for employee, student and guest mobility. From an organizational perspective, the value of consistency and safety cannot be overstated. Waymo’s autonomous fleet operates 24/7, ensuring … [More]
BeeStop Innovates Protection against Home Invasion
When local entrepreneur Mitchell Cooper saw a shocking video of a home invasion, he was inspired to help homeowners feel safe and empowered in their own homes. Cooper, a dentist with an engineering background, began developing his idea for the BeeStop Unit. He then enlisted the help of his sons Shane, a student at Arizona State University W.P. Carey School of Business studying … [More]
Millennials and Gen Z Redefine Prenups as Smart Business Strategy
Once viewed as a taboo topic, prenuptial agreements are now gaining ground as a symbol of financial transparency and partnership. A recent study shows that nearly half of engaged or married millennials, and 41% of Gen Z, now have prenups in place. This shift reflects a generational change in how couples approach both relationships and finances, and it carries meaningful … [More]
BioLab Gifts Alma Mater with $2.2 Million
BioLab Holdings, Inc., an ASU alumni-founded biotech manufacturer in Mesa, recently gifted ASU's W. P. Carey School of Business with $2.2 million to support new scholarships, professional development travel, and the creation and buildout of the BioLab Sales and Innovation Lab. … [More]
Carlisle Companies Supports Suicide Prevention Program
Carlisle Companies Incorporated recently pledged $1.5 million to expand Phoenix Children’s Suicide Prevention Program, strengthening efforts to identify and support youth at risk for suicide. This new commitment builds on Carlisle’s initial investment, which launched the program’s pilot phase in March 2023. … [More]
MC Companies Dedicates Day to Community
Scottsdale-based multifamily investment, development and management company MC Companies demonstrated its commitment to community service recently with its 4th annual Volunteer Day, when employees across the country stepped away from their desks and properties to dedicate the day to helping local food banks and nonprofits. … [More]
Cox Charities Invests in Arizona Nonprofits
Cox, helping to bridge the gap as fewer Americans are donating to nonprofits, is increasing Arizona grants to at least $10,000 and some to $20,000. Cox employees, who fund Cox Charities through personal contributions, have raised $540,000 this year for nonprofits in the communities where they live and work. Grants target conservation, STEM and food security. … [More]
