The 2026 Girl Scout Cookie season returns from Jan. 18 through March 1, 2026, with more than 12,000 Girl Scouts in grades K–12 from over 90 communities across central and northern Arizona, including the Navajo Nation and Hopi Lands, putting their entrepreneurial and leadership abilities into action. The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program … [More]
Arizona Bank Taps Board Veteran to Lead Next Phase of Growth
Integro Bank announced a leadership transition as the Bank enters its next stage of growth following the successful completion of its De Novo phase. The leadership transition aligns with the Bank's maturity and readiness to scale. Integro Bank's strategy, priorities, and commitment to disciplined growth remain unchanged as it continues to serve business clients and communities … [More]
Handmade Dumpling House Debuts in North Scottsdale
The culinary scene in Scottsdale is getting a flavorful upgrade with the opening of Ni Hao Bao Dumpling House. A vibrant, modern fast-casual concept, Ni Hao Bao is founded by Arizona natives and longtime friends Darrell Ngo and Arin Finger. On Friday, Jan. 16, there will be a grand opening hosted at 11 a.m. to the public where guests can officially experience what Ni Hao Bao … [More]
533-Unit High-Rise Community Planned for One of Tempe’s Busiest Corners
Empire Group of Companies, through its luxury urban infill division Aspirant Development, announces Revelry, a new Class A mixed-use high-rise community coming to Tempe. This marks the first public announcement of the project, which is expected to break ground this spring on the southeast corner of Rural Road and University Drive. Designed as a landmark addition to Tempe’s … [More]
Phoenix Industrial Development Authority Names New CIO
The Phoenix Industrial Development Authority, a nonprofit public corporation of the City of Phoenix providing innovative public financing, has named Carlos Contreras as its new chief investment officer. The Phoenix IDA plays a critical role in advancing projects that strengthen local economies, expand opportunity, and deliver measurable public benefit across Phoenix and … [More]
Arizona’s 2026 Economic Signals: Separating Noise From Opportunity
With 2026 approaching, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals are navigating a landscape defined by mixed signals. The record-long government shutdown, Federal Reserve rate cuts and tariff challenges have fueled widespread uncertainty. Yet these events often overshadow steadier indicators that typically guide long-range financial planning and portfolio positioning more … [More]
What Federal Marijuana Rescheduling Could Mean for Healthcare, Banking, and Cannabis
Last month, President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order directing U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to take “all necessary steps” to reschedule marijuana intended for medical use to Schedule III from Schedule I, making medical marijuana more readily available for research, testing, and personal treatment programs. For healthcare providers and legal marijuana businesses, … [More]
Developer Breaks Ground on 166-Home BTR Project in Queen Creek
Mill Creek Residential, a leading developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., today announced it has broken ground on Amavi Queen Creek, a single-family, build-to-rent community in Phoenix's East Valley. The community, which will feature 166 three-bedroom townhomes with various layouts, is positioned six miles east … [More]
Orange County Hospitality Group Brings Coastal Asian Concept to McCormick Ranch
Starfish Hospitality Group, a collection of restaurants, coastal catering and an elevated concession concept based in Orange County, will open its first restaurant outside California at the corner of Hayden Road and Via de Ventura. Starfish Scottsdale will be the Valley’s newest neighborhood hotspot, offering an extensive menu of fresh Asian dishes and handcrafted libations … [More]
Historic Coronado Redevelopment Blends Preservation and Local Enterprise
Heather Lennon, founder and owner of Imagine General Contracting and Development, has built her career on saving the history of Phoenix, one old building at a time. Now, she is taking on Phoenix’ key historic Coronado neighborhood within the McDowell Miracle Mile Revitalization zone with her new project, Imagine Coronado. With the desire not only to preserve the historic … [More]
National Steakhouse and Celebrity Hangout Plans Scottsdale Waterfront Debut
Innovative Dining Group, the award-winning restaurant group behind BOA Steakhouse, Sushi Roku, and Katana, is set to open BOA Steakhouse in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale in the first half of 2026. Located at Southbridge along the Scottsdale Waterfront’s luxury retail and residential district, BOA’s newest location marks a bold return to Arizona for IDG, following the group’s … [More]
National Food Chain’s Holiday Tour Provides 25,000 Meals Across Arizona
Checkers & Rally’s Fry Love Express wrapped up a high-energy holiday tour across Arizona this December, turning five days of community celebrations into meaningful support for families facing food insecurity. As part of the brand’s nationwide “Season of Giving” campaign, the Fry Love Express traveled to five Arizona cities, serving more than 5,000 cups of Famous Seasoned … [More]
Visionary Leaders Create Change before It’s Urgent
Most leaders don’t ignore change because they don’t care. They ignore it because, in the moment, it doesn’t feel urgent. When the metrics look good and the operations hum along, making time for possibility feels indulgent. But that’s precisely what separates the visionary leaders from the merely competent: They make space to reimagine before a crisis demands it. Visionary … [More]
Arizona Joins Texas and Florida in Top Tier of In-Migration States
Texas and Florida lead the list of in-migration states on the U-Haul Growth Index analyzing one-way customer transactions during 2025, while California ranks last with the greatest out-migration number for the sixth consecutive year. Texas reclaims the title of No. 1 U-Haul growth state for the seventh time in 10 years. It climbs one spot from its previous ranking behind South … [More]
Partnership Brings Elite NFL Combine Training Program to Arizona
OrthoArizona, one of the nation's premier orthopedic groups and trusted provider of elite athletes, announced it is bringing NFL Combine Prep to Arizona through a new partnership with Training HAUS, one of the most respected performance brands in professional sports. The Minnesota-based program will now operate a second program in Arizona, powered by OrthoArizona, while … [More]
New Drone Services Co. Targets Public Safety and Critical Infrastructure
With the global commercial drone market projected to grow from roughly $30 billion in 2024 to more than $54 billion by 2030, Rapid Drone is making its official debut as a specialized aerial intelligence and drone services provider, not a drone manufacturer. Entering the market at a moment of accelerating adoption and rising expectations for safer, smarter field operations, the … [More]
Valley Primary Care Footprint Consolidates with 11 Clinic Acquisition
HonorHealth, a Valley-based nonprofit healthcare system serving more than five million people in the greater Phoenix area, has finalized the acquisition of 11 Evernorth Care Group locations from Cigna Healthcare of Arizona. This milestone expands convenient access points to high-quality care and reinforces HonorHealth’s commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered … [More]
Business Travel Gets a Boost Under IRS’s 2026 Mileage Rates
The Internal Revenue Service announced that the optional standard mileage rate for business use of automobiles will increase by 2.5 cents in 2026, while the mileage rate for vehicles used for medical purposes will decrease by half a cent, reflecting updated cost data and annual inflation adjustments. Optional standard mileage rates are used to calculate the deductible costs … [More]
