Tatum Human Performance announced that founder Spencer Tatum has been appointed Chief Athlete Liaison for the newly established Roach Institute of Athlete Engineering at Texas Christian University. In this leadership role, Tatum will help connect academia, industry, athletics, and community partners to accelerate research, innovation, and the translation of scientific … [More]
Visit Phoenix Elevates Two Executives to C-Suite Roles
Visit Phoenix announced the promotions of Eric Kerr to Chief Strategy & Insights Officer and Dana Swan to Chief People & Culture Officer, expanding the organization's C-suite. The promotions reflect a year of significant growth for both Visit Phoenix and Greater Phoenix, underscoring the continued evolution and momentum of the organization and destination. Kerr began … [More]
Restaurant Partnership to Replace Beloved Uptown Phoenix Eatery
This fall, two of Arizona’s most celebrated forces in food and hospitality will unveil an all-new restaurant, Lado A Lado. A collaboration between Chiwas Hospitality Group and Upward Projects, and set in the heart of Uptown Phoenix on The Block (the stretch of Central Ave. housing Upward’s Postino, Federal Pizza, Windsor, and Churn concepts), this ground-up concept merges … [More]
Phoenix IDA Names Community Development Director
The Phoenix Industrial Development Authority, a nonprofit public corporation of the City of Phoenix providing innovative public-purpose financing, has named Anastacia Ruiz-Europa as its new Community Development Director. The Phoenix IDA works to advance projects and programs that strengthen neighborhoods, expand economic opportunity and improve quality of life throughout … [More]
What Arizona SMBs Need to Know About Financing in Today’s Economy
As Arizona small businesses head into the second half of the year, ongoing inflation continues to reinforce a K-shaped economy as AI adoption generates a reduction in demand for labor, faster than the economy can create new jobs. While inflation is impacting all Arizona consumers across nearly all goods, it is not impacting all Arizonans equally. The wealthy minority are … [More]
APS Rate Case Moves to Next Phase Following Months-Long Hearing
The evidentiary hearing in the Arizona Public Service (APS) rate case has concluded, marking an important milestone in the Arizona Corporation Commission's (ACC) review of APS's application to update rates. Similar to what you might picture in a court case or trial, during the months-long hearing, APS and other parties presented testimony, introduced evidence and responded to … [More]
Hobbs Issues Ethics Order Targeting Prediction Market Profits
Governor Katie Hobbs signed an executive order prohibiting Arizona state executive branch employees from using nonpublic government information to profit on prediction markets. By designating nonpublic information as confidential for this purpose, the order ensures state workers remain focused on serving Arizonans rather than personal enrichment. "Arizonans deserve a state … [More]
ASU, National Coalition Unveil Framework for Classroom AI
The EDSAFE AI Alliance and Arizona State University's Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation announced the release of their highly anticipated national paper and benchmark framework, "Future-Proofing Human Flourishing: The Case for a Learning Sciences Benchmark for AI." Developed in collaboration with over 100 edtech developers, learning scientists, and … [More]
Home Elevator Manufacturer Expands into Arizona Market
Residential Elevators, a family-owned manufacturer and installer of custom home elevators, announced the expansion of its factory-direct service model into Nevada and Arizona in 2026. The expansion is intended to better serve homeowners seeking one of the best home elevator systems for aging in place, providing accessibility and reliability. Since more and more homeowners … [More]
Scottsdale Co. Partners to Expand Career Development for Dental Hygienists
Spear Education, a provider of advanced dental education and dental workforce enablement solutions, and Kwikly, a workforce platform connecting dental professionals with practices nationwide, announced a partnership to improve continuing education and career development opportunities for dental hygienists. Eligible Kwikly hygienists receive access to Spear Education's Hygiene … [More]
MidFirst, Nature Conservancy Raise $160K for Conservation Efforts
MidFirst Bank, the largest privately owned bank in the nation, and The Nature Conservancy, a global conservation organization, today announced they have raised over $160,000 for sustainability and conservation efforts. Since 2023, MidFirst Bank customers in Oklahoma, Arizona and Texas have had the opportunity to support these efforts through the Earth Card, a debit card made … [More]
Credit Union Expands Digital Investing Offerings with Fractional Shares
Desert Financial Credit Union has announced the expansion of its Digital Investing platform, introducing new features designed to make investing more accessible for members at every stage of their financial journey, including beginner investors looking to start small and build confidence over time. Through Desert Financial Digital Investing, members can invest online with … [More]
Employee-Owned Builder Plans Larger Camelback Corridor Office
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., a 100% employee-owned construction company in the Valley for over 50 years, announced plans to relocate its Phoenix regional office to a new, larger space staying within the Camelback Corridor. The new office, located near the 32nd Street and Camelback Road intersection at 3133 E. Camelback Road, is expected to open in late 2027 following a … [More]
In-Home Care Program Expands Access for Arizona Medicaid Families
One year after launching its partnership with Nest Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Health Choice (AZ Blue Health Choice) is demonstrating measurable impact in improving access to care for Medicaid members across Arizona by bringing comprehensive healthcare directly into members' homes. Building on its initial rollout, the program now serves more than 2,100 enrolled … [More]
Workforce Access Starts with Accessible Higher Education
Each July, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) anniversary offers an important opportunity to reflect on the progress made in expanding access and opportunity for people with disabilities. At the same time, it is also a reminder of how much work remains, particularly in education. Higher education is often where opportunity either expands or narrows, shaping students' … [More]
Biltmore Area Multifamily Property Trades Hands
Marcus & Millichap, a commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced the sale of Fireside Apartments, a 20-unit multifamily property in Phoenix, Arizona, for $4.75 million. “The Biltmore area continues to attract investors because of its central location and proximity to many of Phoenix’s … [More]
SRP Pens 600 MW Wind Deal to Help Power Greater-Phoenix Growth
Pattern Energy, a leader in clean energy and transmission infrastructure, and Salt River Project (SRP), a not-for profit public power utility serving 1.2 million people in central Arizona, announced they have signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for 600 megawatts (MW) of SunZia wind energy. This agreement will help SRP meet growing energy demand across the Phoenix … [More]
Valley Brunch Mainstay Continues National Expansion
Over Easy, the award-winning breakfast concept founded in Phoenix in 2008, is continuing its growth beyond Arizona with the recent opening of its first South Dakota location and plans underway for its first corporate-owned restaurant outside of Arizona. Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the new restaurant marks Over Easy's first location in the state and the first of three … [More]
