When SEMICON West opens in downtown Phoenix this October, it won’t just be industry leaders gathering. Just a few blocks away, students will step into SEMIquest, a new interactive exhibit at the Arizona Science Center that brings the semiconductor world to life for Arizona’s middle and high schoolers. Created by the SEMI Foundation, the experience blends hands-on science, … [More]
New Facility Opens for Advanced Manufacturing and More at West-MEC Campus
Western Maricopa Education Center, known as West-MEC, recently celebrated the completion of its new Advanced Manufacturing and Welding building and Electric Vehicle building addition at its Northeast Campus in Phoenix. The new 16,500-square-foot Advanced Manufacturing building features an advanced manufacturing lab with an ISO-X cleanroom and industry-standard equipment from … [More]
Valley-Based Bank to Retire Six Division Bank Brands, Bringing Alignment
Western Alliance Bank unveiled plans to unite all of the Bank’s divisions under the Western Alliance Bank brand. By year-end, six division bank brands – Alliance Association Bank, Alliance Bank of Arizona, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank and Torrey Pines Bank – will take on the Western Alliance Bank name. The Bank’s AmeriHome Mortgage subsidiary and its … [More]
Headquartering Here: Benefits of Having Your Business in Arizona
“Some of the most prominent companies in the world have chosen Greater Phoenix as a headquarters location. From direct economic contribution and job creation to advancements in technology and healthcare, these companies are integral to Greater Phoenix’s quality of life and economic opportunity,” says Chris Camacho, president and CEO of Greater Phoenix Economic … [More]
Aerospace & Defense: The Impact on Arizona’s Growth
Aerospace & defense is interwoven in our state’s economy with its extensive range of manufacturing and engineering, from aircraft to optics, weapons systems to drone detection, and parts to software. Four of our major A & D businesses help us gain a snapshot view of the current strength of the industry and what bodes for the future. … [More]
Innovation Vitalizes Wellness Retreat
Concierge medicine and programs are now the trend for top executives, celebrities and those tired of not getting the treatments and success they desire in routine visits. Overcrowded offices and weeks to get a 15-minute appointment with a PA are no longer options for those seeking care. Clients want now, not weeks later. CEO Josette Sullins has been aware of this for more … [More]
On-Site vs Off-Site Document Shredding
Keeping a business secure requires a lot of layers, each with a range of options for business owners to consider. One important step essential to protecting Arizona businesses is secure paper shredding. However, many owners aren’t aware of the advantages and disadvantages of the two available shredding methods, which can lead to security breaches or even privacy law … [More]
James Agency One of Inc.’s Best Workplaces
The James Agency, Scottsdale’s leading, fully integrated marketing agency, has been named to Inc.’s annual Best Workplaces list for the second year in a row. This recognition is especially meaningful as TJA celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025 — a milestone achieved by only 20% of businesses. … [More]
Nonnie Shivers Named CLEL Fellow
Nonnie Shivers, Phoenix office managing shareholder for Ogletree Deakins has been selected as a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers Class of 2025. The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers is a non-profit professional association honoring the leading lawyers nationwide in the practice of labor and employment law. Fellows are recognized as members of the … [More]
Kristen Rosati Awarded Top Honor in Health Law
The American Health Law Association recently awarded Coppersmith Brockelman partner and former AHLA president Kristen Rosati with its highest distinction — the David J. Greenburg Founders Award. The David J. Greenburg Founders Award honors individuals who exemplify the values of AHLA’s founder — a deep commitment to health law, sustained service to the association, and … [More]
3-Year Grants from McCarthy Building Companies
McCarthy Building Companies Inc., through its philanthropic community impact program, Heart Hats®, recently named two Arizona charities, Ryan House and Arizona Bleeding Disorders, as its charitable partners for the new three-year grant cycle, which runs through 2027. In addition to volunteer support from McCarthy’s more than 900 Arizona employee-owners and their families, Heart … [More]
Delta Dental of Arizona Supports Community
The Delta Dental Institute recently released its 2024 Community Impact Report highlighting the philanthropic investments that Delta Dental companies made last year to support the oral and overall health of communities across the country. According to the report, Delta Dental of Arizona contributed $1.8 million, positively impacting 426,166 people across the state’s 15 … [More]
OneAZ Credit Union Grants Strengthen AZ’s Workforce
OneAZ Credit Union recently awarded $130,000 in Legacy Grants to three dynamic Arizona nonprofits — JobPath, Change Labs and Startup Tucson — all dedicated to advancing economic empowerment and entrepreneurship across the state. … [More]
Inside Phoenix’s Members-Only Dining Movement
Once considered the “Wild West,” Phoenix has swiftly become a cultural and culinary hotspot, rivaling the likes of Los Angeles, New York City, Austin and San Francisco. Within the past few years, Phoenix has seen a notable increase in members-only dining clubs that cater to affluent locals and tourists alike who seek exclusivity and elevated experiences. This trend, already … [More]
Looking Good 2025 – September Standouts
ACHIEVEMENTS James Agency One of Inc.’s Best Workplaces Nonnie Shivers Named CLEL Fellow Kristen Rosati Awarded Top Honor in Health Law PHILANTHROPY 3-Year Grants from McCarthy Building Companies Delta Dental of Arizona Supports Community OneAZ Credit Union Grants Strengthen AZ’s Workforce … [More]
Steel Tariffs and Building Certainty in an Uncertain Market
As a second-generation Arizona steel fabricator and founder of Next Level Steel and Next Level Decking, I’m who people call when they want to talk structural steel construction. Or maybe it’s a developer trying to get a gauge on the level of large-scale commercial and industrial developments in the pipeline here in the Valley and beyond. But lately everyone wants to ask me … [More]
Delta Dental AZ Foundation Supports Nonprofits Statewide
The Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation has awarded grants totaling $799,524 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 — to support projects and services promoting good oral health practices and increasing … [More]
Electric Vehicles: Trend or (Status) Quo in Arizona?
Electric vehicles accounted for 8.1% of U.S. auto sales in 2024 — a record high. Yet despite steady adoption, a cloud of skepticism lingers. Political divides and cooling growth rates have raised doubts: Are EVs the next standard, or just a well-marketed fad? In Arizona, where long commutes, extreme heat and wide-open highways dominate, the answer is becoming clearer. … [More]
