Released last December as a publication worthy of any coffee table, At Work in Arizona frames the story of our state’s economic history over the past 100 years through the lens of the men and women who built it, and makes the point that, in order for the next 100 years to be as remarkable as the first, increased investment in education is essential. “Arizona has a rich … [More]
Maracay for Adults
Arizona-based Maracay Homes is making an entry into the active adult market with an all-new Freedom Collection in the “small town” development of Verrado in Buckeye. Maracay teamed with nationally recognized architectural and planning firm KTGY to create four floor plans that showcase Universal Design elements, providing convenience and ease-of-living without sacrificing style. … [More]
Infill Hot Property
An infill project that broke ground in Mesa last month, Waypoint is already 100 percent leased on the first of two buildings that will comprise the 258-square-foot Class A office campus, according to David Krumwiede, executive VP of project developer Lincoln Property Company. Waypoint sits on a prime 19.55 acres along the Loop 202 freeway, adjacent to the … [More]
Grand Commerce Complex
PhoenixMart, the more than 1.5-million-square-foot City of the Future centerpiece of NALTEC’s (North American Logistics, Trade and E-Commerce) 585-acre master-planned community in Casa Grande that is set to open in fourth quarter 2015, expects to complete leasing of more than 1,700 suites this year. The global trade complex is expected to benefit primarily North American … [More]
ASBA Arizona Business News
ASBA’s news delivery medium, the ASBA News Video Update, uses email, Web, social media and community partners to deliver short news briefs, tips and alerts as well as organizational announcements. Launched last year to provide more timely information on the economy, its news-themed videos are usually less than 90 seconds each. The ASBA News Update is a quick and reliable way … [More]
Here’s A Tip. Bravo!
Arizona residents Hector and Maria Rodriguez-Luna have partnered with various gratuity-based Valley companies for the recent launch of BRAVO, a cashless tipping app created to “applaud” service professionals for their hard work when cash isn’t available. Fifteen locations of Desert Parking and Integrity Valet stands will be taking advantage of the newly launched app. It’s … [More]
Jopwell Done
Recently launched Jopwell is the first tech-enabled recruiting platform dedicated exclusively to connecting leading companies with talented minority candidates. The website is already being used by companies committed to diversity initiatives, including Abercrombie & Fitch, AppNexus, Facebook, MasterCard, McKesson, and McKinsey & Company, in addition to several large … [More]
Your Trusted Network
Those who are looking to add a key player to their team, make new connections in their industry, or meet a mentor or mentee are often best served by going to someone they know and trust. Life-changing introductions are often just one step away, and it’s one’s most trusted contacts who are the bridge. The new app Shapr lets users build their “inner circle” to get trusted advice, … [More]
Tech Project Team Includes Kids
Software designers and developers at the Chandler offices of Pearson, a global company that provides education products and services to institutions, governments and individuals, are working on an early literacy mobile app for preschoolers — and part of the multi-generational project team are kids in grades 3 through 7. “We brainstorm with them to uncover the needs for … [More]
Construction Funding on Credit
CreditSuppliers, an Arizona-based liability company, recently developed a FinTech (finance technology) designed for the needs of the construction industry — providing revolving lines of credit to contractors, subcontractors, merchants and suppliers. The new lending platform will provide contractors with Web-based help to jump-start their business and complete development … [More]
