Salt River Project (SRP), Arizona Public Service (APS), Southwest Gas (SW Gas), and Tucson Electric Power (TEP) successfully hosted the "Better Together" Business Summit & Expo. The event provided Arizona’s small, local, and diverse suppliers with the resources and information to conduct business with utilities and other large corporations. More than 350 attendees were … [More]
Interstate 10 Wild Horse Pass Corridor Moving Forward
Improvements span 26 miles from Loop 202 (Santan/South Mountain Freeway) to State Route 387
Plans to expand 26 miles of Interstate 10 between Phoenix and Casa Grande are moving forward following environmental approval late last week. The widening project will increase capacity and reduce congestion on a busy section of I-10 near Wild Horse Pass within the Gila River Indian Community. A key segment slated for improvement is the I-10 Gila River Indian Community … [More]
Phoenix-Based EdTech Co. Expands Its Presence in the Americas
After a successful 2023, leading EdTech provider Learnlight is announcing its efforts to double down in North, Central and South America, appointing Dean Cooper as Head of Sales for the Americas and expanding its team on the ground to better serve the region. Learnlight's goal is to continue growing its extensive client base of more than 100 world-leading brands in LATAM, … [More]
Rehab Therapy Tech Co. Listed on Inc. Magazine’s List of the Southwest Region’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
WebPT, the leading rehab therapy platform for Practice Experience Management (PXM), announces its ranking as No. 153 on Inc. magazine's fourth annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Southwest list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing Southwest private companies, based in Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. This is WebPT's first time on the Inc. 5000 Regionals: … [More]
Flinn Foundation Names Leadership of Arizona’s Statewide Bioscience Committee
Heather Carter and Jennifer Barton, accomplished Arizona leaders in the biosciences, higher education, and public policy, have been named chair and vice chair of the Arizona’s Bioscience Roadmap Steering Committee. The committee, administered by the Flinn Foundation, is the statewide leadership group responsible for overseeing Arizona’s Bioscience Roadmap, the long-term … [More]
Esteemed Architect Launches Boutique Architecture Firm
Benjamin McRae, who has practiced architecture in the valley for 25 years, has launched his own practice — Benjamin Studio. The Phoenix-based firm is dedicated to providing clients with a full scope of architectural services and a uniquely customized one-on-one experience. “Throughout my career, I have worked with several local firms to expand my knowledge and develop my … [More]
Arizona among States with the Largest Fall in Job Openings, Says Study
Job markets around the world have struggled throughout 2023 due to factors such as inflation driving up costs and triggering widespread layoffs. Across the U.S. there were 1.7 million fewer jobs available in October 2023 than there were in October 2022. Side hustle experts Wealth of Geeks have analyzed the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics which showed the … [More]
Medical Device Co. Expands Manufacturing Operations in Arizona
Planatome, a medical device company that applies atomic-level polishing from the semiconductor industry to create advanced surgical blades that lead to better patient outcomes, today announced the plans for the development of a manufacturing plant in the greater Phoenix area and to more than double the size of its workforce over the next five years. “We are grateful for the … [More]
SaaS Data Management Co. Elevates Exec to President
Codifi, an emerging SaaS company specializing in field data management, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mel Gordon as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Codifi is backed by an investment from The Riverside Company (Riverside), a global private investor focused on the smaller end of the middle market. Since its inception in 2014, Codifi … [More]
Arizona Science Center Partners with Cosm to Reimagine Planetarium into Next-Generation 8K+ LED Dome
Arizona Science Center, Arizona's premier destination for science and discovery, today announced a significant investment in its Dorrance Planetarium. In partnership with Cosm, a leading immersive technology, media, and entertainment company, the technology will transform this visitor experience. As one of the most advanced planetariums in North America and an early adopter of … [More]
Knight-Swift Transportation Announces CEO Transition and New CFO
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings, Inc., one of the largest and most diversified freight transportation companies, announced that Adam Miller has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer and Andrew Hess has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Miller had been serving as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer and President of Swift Transportation, while Mr. Hess had … [More]
Agency Launches New Fundraising Consulting Service to Empower Nonprofit Success
The McRae Agency, a leading full-service public relations firm based in Scottsdale, Ariz., proudly announces the launch of a new fundraising consultancy services program. Geared towards supporting the nonprofit community in the Valley and beyond, this initiative aims to equip organizations with essential tools and strategies to achieve fundraising goals. Leading this new … [More]
Law Firm Expanding Its Real Estate and Land Use Practice with Zoning Attorney
Rose Law Group, the most innovative law firm in Arizona and the largest founded by a woman in the state’s history, is thrilled to announce the expansion of their land use and real estate practice with the addition of accomplished zoning attorney Jon Gillespie. As an experienced land use attorney, Jon will ensure that Rose Law Group maintains their reputation as a premier real … [More]
Woman-Led Agency Marks 19th Year with Expansion
The James Agency, Scottsdale’s woman-led, insights-first marketing agency, will mark its 19th anniversary in March by celebrating a successful 2023 and start to 2024. 2023 was a banner year for the data-driven agency, including signing new clients, expanding its office footprint by 4,100 square-feet, hiring key team members, as well as appointing internal promotions that … [More]
Arizona Board of Regents Paves the Way for ASU’s New Medical School, M.D. Degree
In a major step toward better health care for Arizonans, today the Arizona Board of Regents approved the creation of a new medical school at Arizona State University, which will open its doors to future doctors in the fall of 2026. “ASU's innovative medical and engineering program is poised to cultivate world-class physicians and secure a healthier future for our families … [More]
Gap between Black and White Renting Families Who Could Afford a Mortgage Narrowed Significantly during the Pandemic, Says Report
The gap between the share of Black and white renting families that could comfortably afford a mortgage payment shrunk significantly during the pandemic, a new Zillow® report shows. Despite this progress, a notable homeownership gap and disproportionate rate of mortgage denials persists, suggesting that other barriers not related to income are also impeding Black families' … [More]
Health Monitoring Device Co. Expands Distribution Network with New Phoenix Warehouse
Impilo, a remote patient monitoring (RPM) solutions company, is excited to announce the opening of a new distribution center in Phoenix, Arizona. This strategic move is aimed at bolstering the company's ability to cater to the growing demand for RPM services in the Western United States. The state-of-the-art warehouse boasts enhanced storage, kitting, refurbishment, and … [More]
New Culinary Destination Set to Sweeten Gilbert This Summer
Epicenter at Agritopia, is thrilled to announce an exciting addition to its vibrant community in Gilbert, AZ. Salt & Straw, the beloved Portland-based ice cream maker renowned for its delightfully innovative flavors, is set to open its doors in the summer of 2024. This much-anticipated opening marks a significant milestone in Epicenter's ongoing commitment to enriching the … [More]
