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]
Casa Grande Lands 40-Acre Industrial Chemical Project
Land Advisors Organization’s Pinal County Specialists Kirk P. McCarville, CCIM, and Trey Davis completed the sale of 40 acres of land in Casa Grande, Arizona, for $9,226,418. The buyer, Sunlit Arizona, acquired the site from Auza Ranches LLC. The property will be developed for hydrofluoric acid manufacturing to support Arizona’s expanding semiconductor supply chain. Sunlit … [More]
Hiring Skilled Foreign Talent Just Got More Complicated for Employers
The Department of Homeland Security has issued a final rule changing how the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) selects cap-subject H-1B registrations when demand exceeds the annual cap. Instead of treating all registrations equally, USCIS will use a “weighted” random selection that generally gives better odds to higher-paying positions, based on the … [More]
‘Health for All Kids’ Pledge Debuts in Phoenix as Part of $1B National Initiative
Children’s Miracle Network, the charity that focuses solely on raising funds to support the health of all kids, launched The Health For All Kids Impact Pledge to demonstrate its participation in providing the necessary resources to support the country’s pediatric healthcare demands amid unstable funding sources. CMN has chosen Phoenix Children’s as one of three cities to launch … [More]
Phoenix Secures Long-Awaited Nonstop Link to Asia
STARLUX Airlines, a Taiwan-based luxury carrier, launched nonstop service between Taipei Taoyuan International Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Jan. 15, marking a milestone that expands the airport’s international connections and is expected to generate significant economic benefits for the region. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, STARLUX Airlines Chief … [More]
Valley Retailer Names New CEO to Guide Multi-State Expansion
Eco-Chic Consignments, LLC, parent company to My Sister's Closet, My Sister's Attic, and Well Suited retail brands, announced the appointment of Heather Zorge as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Zorge steps into the role as Eco-Chic continues to build on the foundation established by founder Ann Siner. The company most recently entered Southern California with … [More]
Upscale, Design-Forward Hotel Breaks Ground in Mesa
Cambria Hotels - a brand known for design-forward spaces and upscale, locally inspired amenities - broke ground today in Mesa, offering a new level of hospitality to the city. The four-story, 107-room hotel will feature a rooftop restaurant and bar which will be open to the public overlooking the surrounding desert and urban landscape, along with a lobby bar, outdoor pool, … [More]
