A mortgage payment on a typical home is forecast to be affordable in 20 major metropolitan areas by the end of the year, according to the latest market report from Zillow. That's the most since 2022. Zillow expects slow but steady home value growth, falling mortgage rates and rising incomes to contribute to a nationwide improvement in affordability this year. Affordability … [More]
Two Master-Planned Communities with Full Amenities Debut in San Tan Valley
Mattamy Homes, the largest family-owned homebuilder in North America, is hosting a Tailgate Tour-themed celebration on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, marking the grand openings of two new communities, Bella Vista Farms and Soleo, located within 15 minutes (10 miles) of one another in San Tan Valley, AZ. Designed to blend resort-inspired amenities with everyday convenience, Bella … [More]
National Bank Appoints Veteran Cybersecurity Leader as CISO
Western Alliance Bank announced that it has appointed Stephen McMaster as Chief Information Security Officer. McMaster is a seasoned financial services technology and security executive with more than 25 years of experience leading cybersecurity, risk management and technology control functions at large, complex financial institutions. He will be based in Phoenix. McMaster … [More]
$100 Million Queen Creek Retail Development Opens Fully Leased
Vestar, one of the largest privately held shopping center owners and managers in the western United States, announced the completion of Vineyard Towne Center, a dynamic open-air retail destination that has quickly become a cornerstone of Queen Creek’s continued economic expansion. The $100 million, 260,000-square-foot development broke ground in 2021 and has reached full … [More]
Phoenix Education Leader Debuts National Services Platform for Classical Schools
Great Hearts, one of the nation's leading K-12 classical education enterprises, has announced the launch of Great Hearts Services, a new initiative designed to provide comprehensive instructional and operational support to classical schools across the country. The mission of Great Hearts Services is to partner with schools in their pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. … [More]
Honeywell Appoints Executive Team for Aerospace Spin-Off
Honeywell announced key leadership roles for Honeywell Aerospace, which will become an independent, publicly traded company following its planned spin-off in the second half of 2026. The company will be headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and trade on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "HONA." Josh Jepsen will join Honeywell Aerospace as Chief Financial Officer, effective … [More]
Desert Landmark Debuts Architecturally Significant Venues for Meetings and Events
Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home and desert laboratory, is elevating Scottsdale’s meetings and events landscape with a collection of architecturally significant venues designed to deliver one-of-a-kind experiences for groups seeking distinctive, world-class environments. Set in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains and minutes from the city’s top resorts, … [More]
Paradise Valley Resort Unveils $7M Meetings & Events Transformation
Paradise Valley's award-winning Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa has completed a sweeping $7 million transformation of its premier meetings and events venues, elevating the destination for discerning groups seeking unforgettable experiences. From executive gatherings and wellness retreats to intimate weddings and private celebrations, the resort's reimagined venues … [More]
Scottsdale Golf Brand Signs PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year
PXG announced that 2025 PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year Aldrich Potgieter has signed with the brand, adding one of the game’s most dynamic young players to its PGA TOUR presence. Potgieter delivered one of the most impactful rookie campaigns in recent memory, earning Rookie of the Year honors through a season defined by speed, composure, and an ability to contend early and often. … [More]
New Chair and Vice Chair to Drive Statewide Bioscience Accelerator
An internationally recognized University of Arizona researcher and executive and a Phoenix Bioscience Core developer with Wexford Science and Technology have been named chair and vice chair of the Arizona’s Bioscience Roadmap Steering Committee. Jennifer Barton, Ph.D., and Kyle Jardine will serve two-year terms in their roles heading up the statewide leadership group, … [More]
$25M Fund Targets Distressed Multifamily in Key Growth Markets
Neighborhood Ventures, a real estate operator and an online real estate investment company that enables accredited investors to invest in multifamily properties, announced the launch of Opportunistic Fund II, a $25 million vehicle that will acquire 5-8 distressed multifamily properties across high-growth U.S. markets, including Phoenix, Tampa, Salt Lake City, Charlotte, Dallas, … [More]
Grid Manufacturer Picks Maricopa County for New 566K-SF Production Plant
Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc., a manufacturer of distribution transformers, announced it will open a new manufacturing facility in Maricopa County, Arizona. This strategic expansion marks a bold step in ERMCO’s mission to be the Industry’s Most Valued Partner and reflects the company’s commitment to innovation, growth, and community engagement. The … [More]
Mesa-Based Tech Firm Continues Global Expansion with Manufacturing Venture in Egypt
Iveda, a global player in AI, IoT, and smart city technologies, announced the launch of a new home appliance manufacturing initiative in Egypt, marking a significant expansion into locally produced consumer goods and a new long-term revenue stream for the company. Through a semi-knockdown technology transfer program, Iveda is partnering with the Arab Organization for … [More]
ASU and SRP Partnership Offers Mentorship and $20K Pitch Opportunity for Arizona Firms
Salt River Project and Arizona State University are offering a Small Business Academy that provides mentorship, training and networking opportunities for small businesses interested in expanding capacity and learning how to compete for contracts with public agencies and private companies. The academy runs for six weeks and includes weekly sessions beginning January 22. The … [More]
20-Year District Cooling Deal Secured for New ASU Health Headquarters
Cordia, a provider of energy solutions, announced that it has signed a 20-year agreement to provide chilled water service to the new Arizona State University Health headquarters at the Phoenix Bioscience Core. The building will be cooled from Cordia’s Plant 4, a new central energy facility powered by 100% renewable electricity. Plant 4 is scheduled to break ground in March 2026 … [More]
National Investor Enters Phoenix Market with Casa Grande Industrial Acquisition
SkyREM has expanded its national footprint to the Southwest with the acquisition of The Confluence, two Class A industrial manufacturing and distribution facilities totaling 325,334 square feet, located in Casa Grande, Arizona, part of the Phoenix submarket. This acquisition reinforces SkyREM's commitment to investing in modern, high-performing industrial assets in … [More]
Former Tempe Hotel Revived as Corporate Leadership and Training Facility
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, announced the completion of its purchase of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Tempe, Arizona at the corner of Priest Drive and Broadway Road, which will become the company’s new center for employee learning, leadership, and development. The new facility reflects McCarthy’s ongoing investment in its people and … [More]
International Regenerative Medicine Hub Opens in Prominent Scottsdale Medical Campus
A new chapter in regenerative medicine, biologics and advanced med device manufacturing has begun as Netherlands-based Hummingbird Biomedical, in partnership with DEMCON Life Sciences, officially opens its U.S. headquarters and advanced manufacturing lab, joining other organizations located on the Mayo Clinic Scottsdale campus, a leading destination for complex care. This … [More]
