Achievements Shea Homes® Honored as Builder of the Year AVANA Wins FinTech Breakthrough Award Century Grand on World’s 50 Best Bars List Colibri Collective Receives Silver Pollie Award Philanthropy Bashas’, FirstFruits Donate 35,000 lbs of Apples … [More]
Bashas’, FirstFruits Donate 35,000 lbs of Apples
Bashas’ and FirstFruits Farms recently donated more than 35,000 pounds of fresh apples to all four Feeding America food banks in Arizona, also helping sort and pack them at the St. Mary’s Food Bank distribution center in Phoenix. The four food banks are St. Mary’s Food Bank, United Food Bank, Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, and Yuma Community Food Bank. … [More]
Colibri Collective Receives Silver Pollie Award
Phoenix-based The Colibri Collective earned the 2024 Pollie Award from the American Association of Political Consultants in the Most Original/Innovative Collateral Material – Democrat for its work on the Planned Parenthood Arizona scarf gifted to attendees at PPAZ’s Fight For All Luncheon. This is the fourth consecutive year the Latina-owned, women-led, full-service marketing … [More]
Century Grand on World’s 50 Best Bars List
Century Grand, the celebrated cocktail haven located in Phoenix that was established in 2019 by Barter & Shake Cocktail Entertainment, has been named to this year’s World's 50 Best Bars list, taking spot No. 36. The recognition, which follows its “Best U.S. Cocktail Bar” at the prestigious 2023 Tales Spirited Awards last year, solidifies Century Grand’s status as a … [More]
Shea Homes® Honored as Builder of the Year
Shea Homes’ Arizona Division, for the third time in four years, claims the top prize in the most renowned yearly competition among Arizona home builders, the 38th annual Major Achievements in Merchandising Excellence awards, presented by the Home Builders Association of Central Arizona. Shea Homes was additionally the winner of four other categories. … [More]
AVANA Wins FinTech Breakthrough Award
Glendale-based AVANA Companies, a comprehensive lending and asset management ecosystem, was named a winner of the 2024 FinTech Breakthrough Awards for “Best Real Estate Investment Platform” highlighting EqualSeat, a real estate debt investment platform that levels the playing field for retail investors historically excluded from private credit investing. The 8th annual FinTech … [More]
Keep Employees Healthy by Maintaining a Clean Work Environment
In any office setting, cleaning isn’t just about keeping it looking nice for guests. The cleanliness of the workplace has a direct effect on employee’s health, productivity and morale. A clean environment helps reduce stress, fosters a sense of pride in the workplace and promotes physical health. Health Benefits Having a clean office reduces the risk of illnesses. Hiring a … [More]
Navigating the Entrepreneurial Landscape: Insights from Valley Leaders
2024 has been predicted to be a year of booming home-based entrepreneurship, so those who want to start their own business aren’t alone. Studies indicate that Gen Z is poised to lead the charge as the most entrepreneurial generation and, according to Wells Fargo, the number of woman-owned businesses has almost doubled in the last few years compared to men. As I step into the … [More]
Looking Good 2024 – May Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
Achievements Butler Design Principals Receive NAIOP Award ‘Best Dealership Award’ to Yates Buick GMC Rosendin Leader’s Awards Look to Past and Future Marcus & Millichap a ‘CRE Best Places to Work’ Philanthropy SRP Gift Spurs EV Training Delta Dental Grants Support Local Underserved Populations … [More]
Delta Dental Grants Support Local Underserved Populations
The Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation recently awarded $793,149 in grants to 39 nonprofit organizations that work with underserved populations of all ages through oral health and nutritional programs. Grants were awarded in two funding categories: Community Grants and IMPACT Grants. The funds will support projects and services promoting good oral health practices and … [More]
SRP Gift Spurs EV Training
SRP recently donated a 2017 Ford Fusion from its fleet to the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, enabling Mesa Community College to add the Introduction to Electric and Hybrid Vehicles course to its Automotive Service Program and helping strengthen the EV workforce in an increasingly important sector of the economy. … [More]
Marcus & Millichap a ‘CRE Best Places to Work’
Marcus & Millichap was recently named one of the 2024 CRE Best Places to Work by GlobeSt. Real Estate Forum, a leading publication for CRE news and information. “This award is a testament to our shared commitment to collaboration and fostering a positive, diverse and inclusive workplace environment,” says Ryan Sarbinoff, VP and regional manager of the Phoenix, Tucson and … [More]
Rosendin Leader’s Awards Look to Past and Future
Mike Greenawalt, CEO emeritus of Rosendin, one of the nation’s largest employee-owned electrical contracting companies, has been honored with two awards this year: Grand Canyon University’s Colangelo Servant Leadership Award for providing alternative career pathways for high school graduates through the Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Electricians he partnered with GCU to … [More]
‘Best Dealership Award’ to Yates Buick GMC
Yates Buick GMC was recently recognized as the Best Buick Dealership, underscoring the outstanding achievements and contributions of dealership president Whitney Yates-Woods. Yates-Woods, who has emerged as a trailblazer in the industry, is committed to breaking gender barriers and promoting inclusivity. … [More]
Butler Design Principals Receive NAIOP Award
Rick Butler and Jeff Cutberth, partners for the past 28 years at Butler Design Group, were recently honored with NAIOP Arizona’s 2023 Award of Excellence, which recognizes individuals who have made a significant and positive impact on the commercial real estate industry in Arizona over a period of at least 15 years, along with direct contributions to the chapter. NAIOP is … [More]
A New Buzz on Coffee
Better Buzz Coffee Roasters chose Phoenix to establish its first outpost from its home territory of San Diego. “It’s the most asked-for location,” Amanda Cameron, VP of marketing, shared as she helped ready the first of several planned Phoenix-area locations, explaining the coffee company has built up a dedicated following among Phoenicians who commonly vacation in Southern … [More]
AZ Power Wash Pros Introduces Eco-Friendly Technology
In the last decade, the power washing industry has witnessed remarkable technological advancements that have not only enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness of cleaning processes but also significantly contributed to environmental sustainability. One of the most significant advancements in power washing technology is the introduction of variable pressure control systems. … [More]
WHPDA and Gila River Indian Community Break Ground on New Convenience Store
At the end of 2023, the Wild Horse Pass Development Authority and the Gila River Indian Community broke ground on Sacaton Market, which will feature a convenience store and fuel station on the southeast corner of South Ocotillo Drive and Bluebird Road. This will be a life-changing development for the area because it will bring fresh produce and groceries directly to members … [More]
