Recently, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona followed its $100,000 commitment to Arizona food banks in response to food insecurity and uncertainty around SNAP benefits with a $75,000 donation to Housing Solutions of Northern Arizona to help up to 50 households move into stable housing and upgrade 14 homes with new HVAC systems so families can stay warm in winter and cool in … [More]
FirstBank Addresses Rising Food Insecurity
FirstBank, one of the nation's largest privately held banks with a focus on "banking for good," recently donated $10,000 to the Valley of the Sun YMCA to combat rising food insecurity among Arizona families. … [More]
Nox Group Supports The Salvation Army
To help ensure more children experience the magic of the holidays, Phoenix-based Nox Group — an industrial construction company specializing in mission-critical infrastructure — expanded its long-standing support of The Salvation Army Christmas Angel program, rallying teams across the Valley to give, volunteer and deliver gifts directly to local families. … [More]
Milestone Anniversary: Halle Burn Center
Valleywise Health recently celebrated the 60th anniversary of its Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center transforming care for burn patients by providing innovative treatments that have become a model for hospitals across the country. It is the first and only facility in Arizona to bring together teams of expert surgeons, nurses and medical professionals from diverse … [More]
Milestone Anniversary: Shasta Pools
Celebrating its 60th anniversary in February 2026, the company was founded in Arizona by the same family who runs it today. Starting with a tiny crew literally digging pools by hand as the Valley’s first suburbs were growing, Shasta has built or remodeled more than 100,000 pools across Arizona and now employs several hundred people. … [More]
Milestone Anniversary: Hunter Contracting Co.
Celebrating its 65th anniversary in February 2026, the Valley-based contractor has grown from a small ditch-lining business into one of Arizona’s most respected heavy civil builders. From highways and bridges to parks and water systems, Hunter’s projects are woven into daily life. … [More]
Looking Good 2026 – March Standouts
Local Standouts Recognized for Achievements and Philanthropy ACHIEVEMENTS Milestone Anniversary: Hunter Contracting Co. Milestone Anniversary: Shasta Pools Milestone Anniversary: Halle Burn Center PHILANTHROPY Nox Group Supports The Salvation Army FirstBank Addresses Rising Food Insecurity AZ Blue Commits to Community … [More]
Workplace Safety Starts at the Top: Practical Steps Every Business Can Adopt
Creating a safe workplace is more than a compliance requirement. It is one of the strongest investments a business can make in its people, its culture and its long-term stability. In Arizona, companies of every size face daily challenges that range from ergonomic strain to hazardous equipment, and many of these risks can be prevented with proactive planning. We see the … [More]
Cycle Boat Brings Party Cruisin’ to Tempe Town Lake, Pedaling Optional
The first Tempe Boat Cruisin’ experience officially set sail on Thursday, February 5. Fully captained and crewed, the cycle boat experience is designed to be interactive, social and safe. The idea stems from Robert Mayer’s success with Arizona Party Bike, which has brought hundreds of thousands of people together since its launch. “Building on that proven demand for social, … [More]
New Class-Action Lawsuit Trend Potential Threat to Bar and Restaurant Owners
Bar and restaurant owners need to be vigilant and wear a lot of hats every single day. While they may be experts at running back- and front-of-house operations, they may not be up to date on the changing laws or even the trending lawsuits that can affect their businesses. One current trend taking place on a national scale is plaintiff attorneys bringing lawsuits on a class or … [More]
Avnet, Job Trends and Best Buddies
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]
