Scottsdale-based Francine Restaurant, known for its beautifully crafted French Mediterranean cuisine is proud to introduce Michelin Trained Executive Chef Remy Lefebvre and his new seasonal menu for guests starting just in time for the new year. Chef Remy, who is French-born, most recently served as the Executive Chef at AVA Mediterraegean, which was recognized in the … [More]
Record Levels of New Space Deliveries Drive Up Vacancy in Phoenix Industrial Market
Strong Absorption Expected Through 2024 with Continued Rental Rate Increases
The Greater Phoenix industrial market delivered a historic 27.9 million square feet of new space during 2023, which drove vacancy rates up in the area, according to a report released by Colliers in Arizona. Vacancy rose to 6.7 percent at the end of fourth quarter, which marks a 370 basis point rise year-over-year. Strong pre-leasing of those delivered developments helped … [More]
Homebuilder Expands in Verrado 55+ Community, Closes 145 New Homesites
Landsea Homes Corporation, a publicly traded residential homebuilder, announced it has closed on 145 new homesites in Victory at Verrado, a 55+ active adult neighborhood in the Verrado master-planned community located in scenic Buckeye, Arizona. These new homes will be an extension of Landsea Homes' existing Skye Ridge at Victory neighborhood, which is almost sold out. "Our … [More]
Luxury Home Prices Hit All-Time High, New Listings Rose Most in Phoenix
Prices of luxury homes rose at twice the pace of non-luxury homes at the end of 2023, partly because elevated mortgage rates are irrelevant to many affluent buyers
The typical U.S. luxury home sold for a record $1.17 million in the fourth quarter, up 8.8% from a year earlier, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage, and new listings of luxury homes rose most in Phoenix (42.3%). Prices of non-luxury homes increased at half the pace, rising 4.6% year over year to a record $340,000. This is … [More]
See Which Valley City Named to Host USA Pickleball 2024 National Championships
USA Pickleball, the National Governing Body for pickleball in the U.S., named Mesa, Arizona as the location for the 2024 Biofreeze USA Pickleball National Championships, the premier tournament in the sport of pickleball. Pickleball Nationals will be hosted at the Arizona Athletic Grounds from November 10-17, welcoming competitors around the country to sunny Arizona. “The … [More]
Law Group Expands Footprint to Accommodate Growing Demand and Business Expansion
Law Group, Arizona’s leading personal injury law firm, today announced that it has doubled the square footage of its Southeast Phoenix office to further enhance its service capabilities in the thriving Tempe/Phoenix market. The expansion is a strategic move to accommodate the increasing demand for the firm’s legal expertise and to support its robust business growth throughout … [More]
TRAINING – Feb. 20: DOE SBIR/STTR -Preparing a DEIA Plan with SMART Goals
UPCOMING EVENTS The SBIR training program is a series of events that provide entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startups with local resources and mentors to apply for funding through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. DOE SBIR/STTR -Preparing a DEIA Plan with SMART Goals 2/20/2024 | 1:00 PM … [More]
TRAINING – Feb. 15: DOE SBIR/STTR – Developing Your SBIR/STTR Commercialization Plan
UPCOMING EVENTS The SBIR training program is a series of events that provide entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startups with local resources and mentors to apply for funding through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. DOE SBIR/STTR - Developing Your SBIR/STTR Commercialization Plan 2/15/2024 … [More]
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Says 2023 Busiest Year Ever
2023 was a monumental year for Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport with a record-breaking day, national and international honors, and new innovations. The year-end passenger numbers for America's Friendliest Airport® show that PHX has reached a new passenger milestone, and 2023 is the … [More]
Local Pizza Entertainment Centers Launch ‘The Fun Is Baked In’ Campaign from New Marketing Agency
Peter Piper Pizza, whose high-quality pizza and entertainment centers have brought families together for food and fun for over 50 years, named Citrus Advertising as the new agency of record, for brand, creative and media services. "We selected Citrus Advertising based on their years of experience in the restaurant industry building brands, developing bold and innovative … [More]
Homebuilder Opens New Neighborhoods in Whispering Hills in Southwest Phoenix
Tri Pointe Homes®, a recognized homebuilder serving the Phoenix market for approximately 30 years under the brand name Maracay®, has celebrated the grand opening of three new neighborhoods in Whispering Hills, a new 122-acre planned community located at 3824 W. Whispering Hills Drive in southwest Phoenix. Tri Pointe Homes is expected to bring a total of 165 new homesites to … [More]
Phoenix-Based Pet Services Franchise Secures Spot in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 List
Dogtopia, the nation's largest and fastest-growing pet services franchise, was recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. Ranked at No. 69 overall and No. 1 in the Pet Care Category, Dogtopia stands out among other pet franchises as an innovator in the dog daycare industry, offering … [More]
Marketing Agency Secures School District for Groundbreaking Marketing Campaign
O.H. Partners, a Phoenix-based marketing agency renowned for its innovative and award-winning campaigns, has been awarded a contract by Mesa Public Schools for a comprehensive marketing campaign and brand refresh. O.H. Partners, known for its work with major brands locally such as Gila River Resorts & Casinos, City of Phoenix and Arizona Lottery, was selected by Mesa … [More]
Dr. Joel P. Martin Accepted Into the Forbes Coaches Council
Dr. Joel P. Martin, President of Triad West Inc. and Founder of the Positively Powerful Programs, has been accepted into the Forbes Coaches Council, an invitation-only community for leading business and career coaches. Dr. Martin was selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of her expertise. Criteria for acceptance include a track record of … [More]
Arizona’s Largest Locally-Owned Civil Engineering Group Merges with Colorado Firm
Northern Engineering, a Colorado-based civil engineering and survey firm, is excited to announce their merger with EPS Group, Inc. Arizona’s largest locally owned civil engineering firm, EPS Group is headquartered in Mesa with offices in Phoenix, Tucson, and Goodyear, as well as Loveland, CO and Fort Worth, TX. As Northern Colorado’s preeminent civil engineering and land … [More]
Business Growth Leads to Larger Footprint at Scottsdale Promenade for Scottsdale Co.
Cardone Ventures, the Scottsdale-based company that teaches other companies how to 10X their business heads into 2024 announcing several key areas of growth, including vertical expansion, the need for more employees and a soon-to-be larger footprint at Scottsdale’s Promenade. Lead by CEO and Co-Founder Brandon Dawson alongside President and Co-Founder Natalie Dawson, Cardone … [More]
Utility Named One of Forbes-America’s 2023 Best-in-State Employers
Salt River Project (SRP) has been included on the Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers 2023, ranking 6th in Arizona. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on August 22, 2023, and can currently be viewed on the Forbes website. America's … [More]
Iconic Scottsdale Attraction Debuts New Event Venue Space
Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic desert winter home and studio, is unveiling the lineup of 2024 meeting and event offerings, featuring a new outdoor venue, The Pergola, alongside its tried-and-true spaces.Nestled in the McDowell Mountains in Scottsdale, Ariz., Taliesin West is more than a structure designed and constructed by Wright over 80 years ago; it's a living … [More]
