Promise Robotics, the company bringing physical AI to homebuilding, announced a multi-year commercial agreement with D.R. Horton, America’s largest homebuilder by volume. Through the agreement, D.R. Horton will access Promise Robotics’ Factory-as-a-Service® (FaaS) capabilities to support the production of 1,250+ homes, becoming the first major U.S. homebuilder to utilize the … [More]
1.2M-SF Industrial Expansion Follows Major Warehouse Lease in West Valley
Dermody will begin construction on Buildings 3 and 4 at LogistiCenter® at Copperwing in El Mirage, Arizona, with delivery estimated for the third quarter of 2027. Building 3 totals 693,760 square feet and Building 4 totals 520,170 SF. Together, the two buildings total 1,213,930 SF and are designed to be combined into a single building totaling 1,319,962 SF. The buildings are … [More]
Biltmore Fashion Park Expands Retail Lineup Alongside Property Upgrades
RED Development has signed new retail leases with Vuori, which opens Oct. 16, and PAIGE at Biltmore Fashion Park, adding to the iconic property's growing momentum as renovations are finalized across the outdoor common spaces and a slate of fitness and art events begin this month. Vuori, the coastal California-inspired premium performance apparel brand, opens on Oct. 16 in a … [More]
New Arcadia Wellness Center Brings Medicine, Movement and Massage Under One Roof
For most people, wellness happens in pieces: a doctor in one part of town, yoga class somewhere else, an acupuncturist across the Valley and a massage appointment squeezed in when there is time. MEND Wellness was created to offer a more connected way. Founded by husband-and-wife team Elinore Beck and Dr. Michael Beck, MEND brings medical care, movement, holistic healing and … [More]
Upscale Dining Chain Expands to Gilbert with Plans to Hire Nearly 100
J. Alexander’s, the dining destination recognized for its wood-fired cuisine, classic American fare and exceptional service, is preparing to bring its signature experience to Gilbert this November at 2192 SanTan Village Pkwy. The opening will mark the brand’s second Arizona location, following its 2025 Chandler debut. In preparation for its opening, J. Alexander’s is … [More]
Five Ways to Secure Connected Devices as Cyberattacks Move beyond Data
Hundreds of French supermarkets, including major chains like Intermarché and E.Leclerc, had their networks breached overnight on October 11, 2026, by unidentified hackers who targeted the buildings’ Operational Technology (OT) systems, exploiting legacy refrigeration controllers connected to the internet for remote management. The cybercriminals likely exploited known … [More]
Fashion Square Debuts Four Arizona-Exclusive Brands
With the addition of numerous new retailers in recent months, Scottsdale Fashion Square is reinforcing its reputation as the region’s leading retail destination, favored among brands making their market debut. The shopping center — operated by Macerich, one of the nation’s leading owners, operators and developers of one-of-a-kind retail and mixed-use properties in top … [More]
Major Phoenix Pool Builder Names Residential Construction Leader for Next Growth Phase
Shasta Pools, Phoenix Metro’s most recognized pool builder, named Vic Harshman as Head of Residential Construction. Harshman joins the new leadership team with more than three decades of hands-on industry experience and a long-standing relationship with the company to one of its most critical leadership roles. Harshman has held senior construction leadership positions in … [More]
New Live-Fire Restaurant Takes Shape Beneath Piestewa Peak
In late fall, Hilton Phoenix Resort at The Peak will debut Emberance, a new live-fire restaurant inspired by the flavors, landscapes, and culinary traditions of the Sonoran Desert. The 7,366-square-foot standalone restaurant will bring a refined yet approachable dining experience to Phoenix, celebrating Arizona growers and producers. Designed as a destination for both Phoenix … [More]
WESTMARC Names New CEO to Advance West Valley Growth
WESTMARC named Kristin Allen as its new president and CEO. Allen, CEO of Global Ties Arizona, will take the helm on Dec. 2, 2026, bringing a proven track record spanning two decades of building partnerships, developing programs and engaging stakeholders. Allen was selected following a national search led by WESTMARC Board Chair, Bridget Schwartz-Manock. The search took place … [More]
AI-Driven Chip Demand Spurs $18M Manufacturing Expansion in Mesa
FUJIFILM Corporation will expand its semiconductor materials business by enhancing production facilities for copper interconnect CMP slurries at the FUJIFILM Electronic Materials U.S.A., Inc. production site in Mesa, Arizona. Fujifilm will also establish new production facilities capable of multi-product manufacturing of CMP slurries for diversified semiconductor manufacturing … [More]
Scottsdale Luxury Resort Trades Hands for $372M
Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale for $372 million, approximately $1.8 million per room, as the luxury hotel owner advances a broader portfolio restructuring and transition to self-management. The agreement was announced September 29, and Braemar has received a $10 million nonrefundable earnest … [More]
Scottsdale Based AI Firm Secures $6M in Seed Funding
Dapta, an AI sales agent for small-and-medium sized businesses (SMBs) designed to convert inbound leads faster, announced $6 million in seed investment funding led by Chingona Ventures, with participation from Crew Capital, Broom Ventures, and Cometa VC. Previous pre-seed investors 500 Global and Fen Ventures also participated. Dapta’s AI sales agent, Dapti, instantly … [More]
National Jewelry Retailer Chooses Avondale for U.S. Debut of New Store Concept
Jared Jewelers has opened the first U.S. store featuring its newest retail design concept at Gateway Crossing in Avondale, placing Greater Phoenix at the forefront of the brand’s evolving luxury shopping experience. Located at 9995 W. McDowell Road, the store introduces a more personalized, immersive environment built around curated merchandise presentation, bespoke services … [More]
700-Location Burger Chain Continues Arizona Expansion with New West Valley Location
Shake Shack will expand its West Valley presence with a new restaurant at Verrado Marketplace in Buckeye on Tuesday, October 20. Located at 1505 N. Verrado Way, Suite 102, the opening continues the company’s growth in Greater Phoenix, a market it entered a decade ago. Shake Shack opened its first Arizona restaurant at Scottsdale Fashion Square in February 2016, followed by … [More]
Pickleball Chain Files Chapter 11 following Rapid Expansion into Arizona
The Picklr announced it has filed for a court-supervised restructuring under Chapter 11 to strengthen its financial foundation. In an October 10 statement, the indoor pickleball franchisor said its clubs remain open, members continue to play and franchise partners are operating their independently owned clubs as usual. The company has secured a $4.5 million financing … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Recruits Biopharma Executive to Lead Talent and Workforce Development
Phoenix Children's has appointed Wanda Shoer, MBA, as Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer, effective Nov. 2. In this role, Shoer will lead the health system's people strategy and teams that support talent acquisition, human resources, team member development and organizational effectiveness. Shoer will oversee initiatives that support workforce growth and employee … [More]
Arizona Semiconductor Giant Expands Space and Defense Capabilities with Acquisition
Microchip Technology Incorporated, a broadline supplier of semiconductors committed to making innovative design easier through total system solutions, announced that it has acquired VORAGO Technologies, Inc., a privately held provider of radiation-hardened and radiation-tolerant microcontrollers and microprocessors, based in Austin, Texas. Terms of the transaction were not … [More]
