PREMIERE at Real Broker, LLC — one of the largest real estate organizations in the United States, with nearly 280 agents operating across 28 states and more than 600 markets, and over $1 billion in closed volume — has officially expanded its footprint into Arizona through a strategic merger with Boxwood Home Group, a high-performing local team led by Arizona native and 21-year … [More]
Luxury Condo Project Planned for Scottsdale’s Cavasson Development
Toll Brothers, Inc., a luxury home builder, announced its newest luxury condominium community, Toll Brothers at Cavasson, is coming soon to Scottsdale, Arizona. Nestled within a vibrant new development, this gated community will showcase stunning three-story condos starting from the upper $900,000s, offering home shoppers modern, open-concept living in an exceptional location. … [More]
Bezos Academy Expands in Glendale with New Preschool
Bezos Academy and Glencroft Center for Modern Aging are excited to announce that enrollment is now open for Bezos Academy Glendale – Sahuaro Glenn, a full-day preschool opening in Fall 2026. Offered at no cost through fully funded scholarships, the preschool will be located on Glencroft's Center for Modern Aging campus, creating a unique inter-generational opportunity for … [More]
Goodyear Names City Manager following Interim Leadership
The Goodyear City Council appointed Bryan Langley as the city’s next City Manager during their last city council meeting. The appointment fills the vacancy left by former City Manager Wynette Reed, who retired in early March. “Bryan brings extensive experience leading fast-growing communities like Goodyear,” said Mayor Joe Pizzillo. “This is a significant time for our city … [More]
Valley Credit Union Turns 75, Eyes Growth in Digital Services
Copper State Credit Union, a Phoenix-based financial institution with seven Arizona locations, is celebrating 75 years of serving Arizona families and local communities. With 150 employees and a digital transformation, Copper State CU is looking forward to working with more small businesses, helping members fight fraud and scams, and providing safe and sound financial … [More]
Phoenix Personal Injury Firm Launches MSO with $125M Investment
Rafi Law Group Founder Brandon B. Rafi announced the launch of Rafi Law Services, a newly formed Management Services Organization (MSO), alongside a strategic $125 million investment from a strategic equity investor that values Rafi Law Services at approximately $450 million. The move positions Rafi Law Group for national expansion while preserving attorney independence and … [More]
AZ Tech Week Launches in the Valley
As the inaugural Arizona Tech Week kicks off through April 12, the state is set to draw thousands of attendees to celebrate Arizona’s technology leadership. A first-of-its-kind statewide decentralized event and powered by the Arizona Commerce Authority, Arizona Tech Week features more than 400 partner-hosted events statewide – from hands-on workshops and founder meetups to … [More]
IKEA Expands in Phoenix with New Small-Format Store
IKEA U.S. announced the grand opening of IKEA Phoenix, a new small‑format store designed to bring affordable, well‑designed home furnishings closer to the many people in the Valley. Opening April 8, 2026, the store marks the latest step in an ongoing strategic journey to improve accessibility and convenience through new retail formats and omni-channel innovations. “The opening … [More]
AI-Driven Pricing Transparency Is Reshaping Competition in Phoenix
In a high growth market like Phoenix, where population expansion, business formation, and consumer demand continue to accelerate, pricing consistency has become more than a transactional detail. It is a signal of credibility. New data reveals just how inconsistent one of the region’s most common purchases can be. A controlled national test found price gaps of $9,221 to $13,871 … [More]
Valleywise Board Opens Applications to Fill Vacant Seat
The Maricopa County Special Health Care District Board of Directors is seeking applicants for appointment to the Board that oversees Valleywise Health, our community’s public teaching hospital and safety net system of care. The call for applicants aims to fill the position left vacant by Director Barbara Rodriguez Mundell, who resigned March 27, 2026, for personal … [More]
Advisory Firm Continues Expansion with New Las Vegas Office
REDW Advisors & CPAs, a national advisory and accounting firm known for its integrated service offerings and specialized expertise serving Tribal Nations and gaming enterprises whose office in Phoenix has more than 80 team members, has opened a new office in Las Vegas, expanding its footprint to five offices nationwide. Located at 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, Suite 300 in the … [More]
Lease Secures Chandler Site for Semiconductor Supply Chain Facility
TOCALO Co., a Japan-based global leader in advanced surface modification and coating technologies supporting the semiconductor supply chain, has leased 32,045 square feet of industrial space at 400 N. 56th St. in Chandler, Arizona. The new Chandler facility will support TOCALO’s continued expansion in the United States and strengthen its ability to serve semiconductor … [More]
Nonprofit Workforce Program Adds Warehouse, Logistics Training
UMOM New Day Centers announced the expansion of its Homegrown program to include workforce training for warehouse- and facilities-based careers, creating new pathways to stable employment and long-term economic mobility for families experiencing homelessness. Originally launched as a culinary training program through its onsite café, Helpings Cafe, Homegrown was designed to … [More]
Latest Merger Builds on Rapid Expansion of Statewide Brokerage
REMAX Fine Properties and REMAX Solutions announced a merger that unites two of Arizona’s top-producing real estate brokerages into a single, statewide brokerage. The combined brokerage will operate as REMAX Fine Properties and bring together more than 400 agents across ten offices in Avondale, Flagstaff, Glendale, Munds Park, Peoria, Pinetop, Scottsdale, Gilbert, and … [More]
Venture Fund Lowers Investment Minimum, Expanding Mainstream Access to VC Opportunities
Jetstream Venture Fund, an innovative interval fund designed to expand access to venture-style investing for a wider professional audience, announced it has lowered its minimum initial investment to $5,000. This strategic update opens new pathways for professionals to participate in institutional-quality private market deals that have historically been restricted to … [More]
Restaurant Group Expands West Valley Presence with Two New Concepts
The Phoenix-based restaurant group behind Pa’La Wood-Fired Kitchen and Tortas Paquimé, TPQ Foods, is expanding its presence in the West Valley with the debut of two new restaurant concepts: Magdaleña, a wood-fired dining experience rooted in the flavors of Latin America, and Paquimex, an authentic Mexican fast-casual concept that is an evolution of Tortas Paquimé with a … [More]
Paradise Valley Homesites Approved for $30M Luxury Development
Quail Run Manor, represented by Compass, has cleared a key hurdle in Paradise Valley, with the Town Council approving the entitlement of four luxury homesites and recordation of the plat now complete. With the subdivision now officially in place, development can move forward, setting the stage for one of the most exclusive new enclaves in Arizona. The four-home luxury … [More]
Credit Union Names Chief Experience Officer to Lead Member Experience
Desert Financial Credit Union brings Kendal Harris on as the new chief experience officer. With nearly three decades of credit union industry experience, Harris will lead the strategy and execution of member experience across the branch network, contact center, and digital transformation departments. “Kendal’s strategic vision and operational experience will be instrumental … [More]
