IndiCap, a commercial real estate firm specializing in industrial investment and development throughout the U.S. Southwest, announced that Biagi Bros. Inc. has signed a lease for 168,480 square feet at Virgin Industrial Park I (VIP I) in Glendale, Arizona, part of the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area. Biagi Bros., a full-service, 3PL, warehousing and transportation … [More]
$2B PV Mall Redevelopment Adds New Dining, Retail and Lifestyle Options
RED Development announced a new slate of tenants coming to PV, the $2 billion mixed-use development in Phoenix, marking continued momentum for one of the most ambitious urban redevelopments in Arizona. The long-anticipated Life Time Paradise Valley, a 92,000-square-foot athletic country club, will open April 30, introducing a premier destination for health, wellness and social … [More]
72SOLD Founder Takes Top Strategy Role at Global Real Estate Giant
Compass International Holdings, a global real estate services company, announced that Greg Hague, founder of 72SOLD and one of the most credentialed and experienced home sale strategists, has been appointed Director of Home Sale Strategy. Hague brings more than 50 years of experience to the role, with a career spanning brokerage, law, and real estate innovation. His work is … [More]
Arizona Tech Week Draws Global Crowd in Breakout Debut
It’s been an action-packed April for Arizona, marked by the inaugural Arizona Tech Week and, soon after, the state’s first time hosting the Forbes Under 30 Summit in Phoenix. Together, these milestones highlight Arizona’s accelerating momentum and underscore the strength of its growing tech ecosystem. The first-ever Arizona Tech Week, which was powered by the Arizona … [More]
Paste, Prompt, Regret: The IP Risks of Everyday AI
AI tools like ChatGPT have become the new Swiss Army knife for business: They can draft a pitch deck, brainstorm a product name, write a sales email, and pressure-test a marketing strategy. The temptation is obvious. If the tool can help you think faster, why not feed it the key details? Because some “details” aren’t just information. They’re assets. And the way you handle … [More]
Coach Expands into Hospitality with West Valley Coffee Shop
Coach announced the opening of The Coach Coffee Shop at Tanger Outlets Phoenix, marking the expansion of the brand’s hospitality footprint to the West Coast. The new Coach Coffee Shop brings a bold New York-inspired hospitality experience to the Phoenix area, pairing playful design with a vibrant spring opening menu and a thoughtfully curated grab-and-go program. “Opening in … [More]
Honeywell Expands Jet Engine Manufacturing Operations in Phoenix
Honeywell announced plans to expand manufacturing of its F124 jet engines at its Phoenix Engines campus by adding on-site assembly. The newly built Honeywell F124-GA-200 engines will power the Beechcraft M-346N candidate for the U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS), which is expected to be contracted by the Navy in 2027. By adding engine manufacturing in … [More]
North Phoenix Build-to-Rent Project Adds 283 Homes Near TSMC
Mark-Taylor Residential, a leading investment manager, developer and owner of Class-A multifamily real estate in Arizona, partnered with Sunbelt Holdings, a Scottsdale-based master-planned community developer, and Rockpoint, a Boston-based real estate private equity firm, to deliver 283 additional rental homes in North Phoenix. The Hillburn is located at 2550 W. North … [More]
Arizona Non-Alcoholic Beer Brand Expands into Whole Foods
Rhinestone, the Arizona-born non-alcoholic beer brand built for drinkers and non-drinkers alike, announced a new retail partnership with Whole Foods Market. Beginning May 2026, Rhinestone’s Mexican Lime six-packs will roll out across all Arizona Whole Foods Market locations. The expansion marks a significant milestone for the fast-growing NA beer brand, which launched in … [More]
The Stability Problem Behind Phoenix’s Workforce
On the surface, the national workforce appears to be on the mend after a significant dip in February. March’s national jobs report showed payroll gains of 178,000 and a slight drop (-.1%) in unemployment to 4.3%. On paper, those numbers suggest a strengthening labor market. However, wage growth continues to slow, and workforce participation has declined. At the same time, … [More]
Australian Chip Co. Opens First U.S. Facility in Tempe
Syenta, an Australian semiconductor technology company, announced the opening of its first U.S. facility in Tempe, Arizona, bringing advanced packaging technology, high-skilled jobs, and global innovation to the state. The expansion was made possible with support from the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), City of Tempe, and Arizona State … [More]
Manufacturing Technology Co. Debuts Technical Center in Phoenix
Manufacturing technology company Mazak Corporation will host its DISCOVER MORE WITH MAZAK Phoenix Grand Opening event April 28-29 at its new Mazak Phoenix Technical Center. Located at 2675 West Buckeye Rd. in Phoenix, Ariz., the new technical center provides service and support for manufacturers throughout the Western United States. The facility houses a call center, … [More]
Branding Push Seeks to Reframe National Perception of Greater Phoenix
The region of Greater Phoenix is in the midst of unprecedented growth, but a survey conducted by the Greater Phoenix Economic Council in 2025 displayed a discrepancy in activity compared to perception among CEOs and the general public across the country. About 45% of the people surveyed stated they were not familiar with the market. When asked for descriptors of Greater … [More]
700,000 SF Industrial Project Moves Ahead in West Valley
Creation, a performance-driven real estate development and alternative investment firm, in partnership with a real estate fund advised by Crow Holdings Capital, has closed on a 38-acre site in Avondale for the development of Avondale Tech Center, a three-building Class-A industrial campus totaling approximately 700,000 square feet. Located on the northwest corner of 117th … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Wealth Firm Names COO to Support Next Phase of Growth
Wilde Wealth Management Group, an award-winning financial services firm that provides comprehensive retirement, investment, real estate, insurance, legal and tax planning services all under one roof, is pleased to announce Erica Bloudek as its new Chief Operating Officer. In her role, Bloudek will lead the firm’s operational strategy, ensuring all systems, processes, and … [More]
Scottsdale Hearing Aid Co. Lands 1,000 Store Target Rollout
Audien Hearing, a leader in accessible, high-performance hearing solutions, announced the nationwide launch of its Atom One, Atom Pro 2, and Atom X devices in more than 1,000 Target stores and on Target.com. This milestone expands Audien's total retail presence to over 11,000 locations across the United States, accelerating its mission to make hearing care more accessible than … [More]
East Valley Co. Prepares Launch of Massive Mining Wheel following Validation
After years of engineering development and large-scale field testing, Global Air Cylinder Wheels, the Phoenix-based innovator behind the patented Air Suspension Wheel, has reached a key milestone in its transition from research and development to commercial deployment for 2026, following successful extreme-condition validation trials in Minnesota mining operations. The … [More]
Downtown Tempe Unveils New Mill Avenue Gateway
Early on April 20, a striking new metal gateway sign was installed, unveiling a bold and iconic entrance on Mill Avenue just north of University Drive. The gateway includes metal letters spelling ‘MILL AVE’ floating 20 feet above the street on flexible catenary cables. The artwork was fabricated by Spectacle, an Arizona-based company that has created public art across the … [More]
