Two local entrepreneurs recognized a business opportunity and created an unusual collaboration: furniture showroom and coffee bar. “What began as coffee runs and breakfasts between local business owners has evolved into a welcoming space where Phoenix’s homegrown talent truly shines,” says Nick Arambula, CEO of Neighbor, one half of the collaboration. Neighbor, known for … [More]
Co-working Kitchen Concept Welcomes Culinary Entrepreneurs
PREP®, a culinary co-working and shared commercial kitchen concept, has expanded its operations to Arizona, opening PREP Kitchens Scottsdale at Shea Boulevard and Scottsdale Road. Since its inception in 2014, PREP® has been on a mission to support passionate food entrepreneurs by offering comprehensive mentorship, state-of-the-art facilities and a robust community of culinary … [More]
Looking Ahead: Arizona’s Cannabis Market in 2025
Arizona reached more than a billion dollars in cannabis sales in 2023 and 2024, respectively, with adult-use sales making up the bulk of each total. Although there was a 7.5% decrease in sales between 2023 and 2024, the state is expected to continue strong as the global market is expected to grow to $58 billion in sales by 2028, with 56% coming from the United States … [More]
Fleet Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Business Running Smoothly
Maintaining a functioning working fleet of trucks is key to the success of any business that relies on transportation. Whether for a plumber, electrician, a roofing company or a water distribution company, keeping the vehicles maintained, running well and safe are key aspects of the business. Making sure preventive maintenance takes place with the business’s fleet of vehicles … [More]
Innovative Design at Optum’s Newest Facility
On stage, off stage. This evocative phrase refers to the functional design at Optum’s new facility at Dunlap and Interstate 17, which opened for business October 29. Beyond the spacious reception area, the facility is organized as pods, with patient examination rooms ringing a central area where the nurses and doctors have their stations. The rooms open from one side to … [More]
d’Lite Healthy Strengthens Blue Zones Efforts
As Blue Zone projects gain interest for well-being as a pervasive environment and Scottsdale focuses efforts on being a Blue Zones-approved city, d’Lite Healthy On The Go recently achieved Blue Zones Project Approved Restaurant status — the first multi-unit restaurant in the state to do so. “To become 'Blue Zones Approved,' restaurants can choose from a list of more than 32 … [More]
Looking Good 2024 – December Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
ACHIEVEMENTS AgTechLogic a 2024 Most Fundable Company Jani-King Southwest a Top Healthcare Cleaning Service HonorHealth Honored for Supplier Diversity PHILANTHROPY Cox Employees Raised Nearly $700K for AZ Nonprofits Rosendin Foundation Awards $2.3M to Nonprofits HelloFresh + Factor Reach 1M Meals Donated … [More]
HelloFresh + Factor Reach 1M Meals Donated
Helping provide relief for those facing food insecurity in the local Phoenix community, meal kit company HelloFresh and sister company Factor donate more than 17,000 meals weekly of nutritious and fresh food to St. Mary’s Food Bank — and recently celebrated a significant milestone of donating more than one million meals to Phoenix-area residents. The organizations remain … [More]
Rosendin Foundation Awards $2.3M to Nonprofits
The Rosendin Foundation, a nonprofit that brings together construction professionals to impact communities through financial grants and volunteer work, recently awarded $2.3 million to 116 nonprofits. The record-breaking amount is nearly quadruple last year's distribution of $640,000 to 73 nonprofits. This represents a significant increase in The Rosendin Foundation’s … [More]
Cox Employees Raised Nearly $700K for AZ Nonprofits
Cox recently reported its employees have raised $698,500 for Arizona nonprofits in the communities where Cox employees live and work — up nearly 10% from last year. One hundred twenty-four Arizona nonprofits received grants ranging from $2,500 to $10,000. This marks the 28th year that Cox employees, through Cox Charities, have raised funds to help those in need of vital … [More]
HonorHealth Honored for Supplier Diversity
HonorHealth was recently named the 2024 Large Corporation of the Year by the Healthcare Supplier Diversity Alliance and Owens & Minor for its efforts in advancing and championing greater diversity in the healthcare supply chain. Since launching a Supplier Diversity Program in 2022, HonorHealth’s spending with minority business enterprises has grown from $37 million to $70 … [More]
Jani-King Southwest a Top Healthcare Cleaning Service
Locally owned & operated Jani-King Southwest was named 2024 Healthcare Commercial Cleaning Services of the Year Award by Healthcare Business Review. Leading the team at Jani-King Southwest is Edward J. Antos, a Certified Building Service Executive, a distinction held by only a select few in the janitorial industry. … [More]
AgTechLogic a 2024 Most Fundable Company
Mesa-based AgTechLogic, a leading sustainable agricultural solution that combines intelligent precision agriculture with AI-powered software, was recently named one of Pepperdine Graziadio Business School's 2024 Most Fundable Companies. More than 2300 early-stage U.S. startups from all 50 states were evaluated by 75 judges from distinguished universities, investment companies, … [More]
ReadyTechGo Impact for Businesses and Local Economy
Phoenix leads manufacturing job growth in the Unites States, with more than 15,000 new jobs created in 2023 alone. Driving this growth is Arizona’s strategic location in the region, robust infrastructure and business-friendly environment that attracts investments and fosters innovation. Manufacturing is projected to have a 1.3% increase in jobs by 2025, representing 4,985 … [More]
The Crumbling of DEI
The headlines tell the story: Diversity, equity and inclusion efforts are being deprioritized by some of the world’s largest companies. A recent blow came from Lowe’s, which announced a pullback on its DEI initiatives aimed at LGBTQ groups, marking a concerning trend for a number of businesses that once championed these programs. Other well-known companies are following suit, … [More]
Debunking the Myth of Sales Volume in Business Valuation
When it comes to selling a business, there’s a pervasive myth that increasing sales is the golden ticket to a successful sale. Sales is not the sole determinant of a business’s attractiveness to potential buyers. There are many other factors that can significantly impact the value of a business. Here are some examples of other aspects that potential buyers will consider when … [More]
Looking Good 2024 – November Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy
ACHIEVEMENTS GCON Inc. CEO Named Distinguished 2024 Phoenix Titan 100 Bryten Wins 2024 NAA Top Employers Award IMI Design Studio Clinches 7 Excellence Awards PHILANTHROPY Avnet Supports St. Mary’s Food Bank with Time and Money JE Dunn Donates $100,00 to Fighter Country Foundation Lincoln Joins 9/11 Day to Pack Meals for the Hungry … [More]
GCON Inc. CEO Named Distinguished 2024 Phoenix Titan 100
Mike Godbehere, CEO and co-founder of GCON Inc. with more than 30 years of experience in the construction industry, has been recognized among Phoenix’s Top 100 CEOs and C-level executives. … [More]
