While the Arizona Cardinals’ season has come to a close, Arizona teachers have a reason to celebrate. Thanks to the Touchdowns for Teachers program, each touchdown scored allowed two teachers to receive $500 grants. This year, the Cardinals' 42 touchdowns translated into $42,000 for Arizona classrooms. This grant from the Cardinals and SRP has given my students opportunities … [More]
WEBINAR – Feb. 11: How To Avoid the Top 10 Legal Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Business
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for an Arizona Small Business Boot Camp! How To Avoid the Top 10 Legal Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Business 2/11/2025 | 9:00 AM This webinar will provide practical strategies to help business owners and leaders address critical legal challenges proactively. REGISTER NOW … [More]
City of Phoenix Appoints New Chief Privacy Officer to Strengthen Commitment to Data Privacy
The City of Phoenix and Information Technology Services Department are pleased to announce the appointment of Ciara Maerowitz as the City’s Chief Privacy Officer (CPO). This role underscores the City’s commitment to responsibly handle and protect the data of our employees, residents, and business … [More]
Governor Announces $17 Million for Border Security
Governor Katie Hobbs announced $17.2 million in funding from the SAFE (Stopping Arizona’s Fentanyl Epidemic) initiative to support local law enforcement’s border security work, drug interdiction efforts, and combatting human trafficking. This investment will support law enforcement departments, including county sheriffs’ offices, to address critical challenges in Arizona’s … [More]
Chicago-Based Specialty Bakery Co. Acquires Phoenix Mexican Pastry Manufacturer
Strategic Addition to Sweetmore Portfolio Expands Business into New High Growth Category
Sweetmore Bakeries announced that it has completed an acquisition of Azteca Bakeries, a wholesale manufacturer of authentic Mexican pastries and baked goods based in Phoenix. The acquisition of Azteca will add to the already expansive set of premium products offered by Sweetmore Bakeries across retail and foodservice channels. Azteca is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, … [More]
Amid TikTok Ban Uncertainty, Users Are Flocking to RedNote: The Plot Twist No One Expected
As the clock ticks down to January 19, 2025, the fate of TikTok in the U.S. hangs in the balance. The Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling any day now on whether TikTok will be banned in the United States, leaving millions of users, brands, and influencers in limbo. But while the legal process plays out, an unexpected trend is taking shape: TikTok users are flocking to … [More]
Expansion of Shopping Center Brings New Wellness Studios to Glendale
YAM Properties is expanding its Glendale shopping complex Citadelle Center with three new wellness and retail tenants heading into the new year: The Foundry Yoga, Rejuvenate Mind Body and Bella Lily Bridal. “We’re thrilled to elevate the Citadelle Center with upscale wellness and retail options for customers,” said Marta Kenny, director of operations for YAM Properties. “Each … [More]
EVENT – Jan. 23: AI/Tech Talks at Thunderbird – Monthly Series
AI/Tech Talks at Thunderbird - Monthly Series - January 2025 Date and time Thursday, January 23 · 1:15 - 2:45pm MST Location Thunderbird School of Global Management 401 North 1st Street Room 331 Phoenix, AZ 8500 Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes Tentative Agenda: 1:15 – 1:30 PM - Lunch - refreshments will be … [More]
Survey Finds 1 in 4 Hiring Managers Say Recent Grads Are Unprepared for the Workforce
Negative perceptions of recent college graduates persist, with concerns about work ethic, preparedness, and professionalism
Intelligent.com, a platform dedicated to helping young professionals navigate the future of work, has released findings from a December 2024 survey examining hiring managers’ attitudes toward recent college graduates. The survey of 1,000 U.S. hiring managers involved in entry-level recruitment reveals significant skepticism about recent grads’ readiness for the workforce, with … [More]
Two Fox Restaurant Concepts to Open at Tempe’s Novus Place
Fox Restaurant Concepts is kicking off the new year with two highly anticipated debuts at Novus Place in Tempe, bringing fresh, feel-good food alongside vibrant Sonoran-style Mexican cuisine. Flower Child will open its doors on Feb. 4, followed by Blanco Cocina + Cantina on Feb. 5. Flower Child and Blanco will stand side by side, offering Novus Place visitors everything from … [More]
Credit Union Makes over 900 Refurbished Laptops and PCs Available to Employees, Nonprofits
In 2024, Arizona Financial Credit Union made a significant community impact by donating over 920 refurbished laptops and PCs to local nonprofits and the credit union’s employees. These donations not only support the missions of the chosen nonprofit organizations but also contribute to reducing electronic waste, showcasing the credit union’s dedication to sustainability and … [More]
Scottsdale Recovery Center Opens New C.A.R.E Academy
Scottsdale Recovery Center announced the recent licensing of its C.A.R.E academy program, a new initiative dedicated to supporting holistic health and advancing health equity through community-centered resources. C.A.R.E. Academy stands for Community, Accessibility, Resources, and Education, and offers a comprehensive set of services designed to address social determinants of … [More]
Arizona CEO Appointed to Federal Reserve Bank Board
Delta Dental of Arizona announced its president and chief executive officer Michael Jones has been appointed to a two-year term on the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s Los Angeles Branch Board of Directors. As part of the U.S. central bank, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco covers the Twelfth District’s nine western states—Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawai’i, … [More]
Partnership Brings New Dual-Branded Hotel to CityNorth Master Plan
LaPour Partners and Holualoa Companies closed on the land and secured planning approval for a new dual-branded AC Hotel by Marriott and Element by Westin. The 8-story development will feature 240 guest rooms with 5,700 square feet of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. The AC Hotel by Marriott will offer 142 guest rooms, and Element by Westin will offer an additional 98 … [More]
Utah Extended-Stay Hotel Brand Expands into Phoenix Market
LivAway Suites and West77 Partners have announced the groundbreaking of a new extended-stay hotel in Tolleson, Arizona, marking the first step in an ambitious expansion plan for the Phoenix metropolitan area. This development is part of a broader strategy to introduce multiple locations across the market, further establishing LivAway Suites as one of the fastest-growing brands … [More]
Longtime Mexican Food Favorite Opening New Tempe Location
Macayo’s Mexican Food, the longtime traditional Mexican food brand with multiple locations around the valley, has announced it will open its new Tempe location in mid-February as the lease on its current location comes to a close. Located in the Cornerstone shopping center at 715 S. Rural Rd., this location is closer to the ASU Tempe Campus, making it even easier and more … [More]
Hybrid-Remote Workers: Arizona among the Best States to Live
New research has revealed the best states for hybrid-remote workers, with Arizona ranking second. Work management experts at Asana analyzed 16 factors across six categories in each state: internet access and affordability, hybrid-remote work opportunities, cost-of-living, housing expenditure, access to amenities, and commuting factors, to create an index revealing the best … [More]
Harnessing Purpose for Profit: Sustainable Growth in the Modern Economy
How purpose-driven businesses are rewriting the rules of resilience and growth
In today’s often fast-paced, often chaotic business environment, it’s easy to lose your footing. Growth brings complexity, competition sharpens, and every decision feels high stakes. Leaders often find themselves stretched thin—chasing new opportunities, managing demands from multiple stakeholders and attempting to streamline operations. It’s during this turbulent phase that … [More]
