The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) announced today plans to scale the highly successful Arizona Innovation Challenge program, helping more Arizona startups find success. Through three new and enhanced venture programs, known as Venture Scale, Venture Raise, and Venture Start, the ACA will extend more one-on-one support to Arizona startups that participate in the Arizona … [More]
WEBINAR – Aug. 27: Control the Chaos of Entrepreneurship
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for an Arizona Small Business Boot Camp! Control the Chaos of Entrepreneurship 08/27/2024 | 9:00 AM Come listen to someone who has been there and done that. Mitch helped manage a $100m unit of an international company and then moved to owning and turning around a small local business. REGISTER NOW … [More]
SRP Sets New Record for Amount of Energy Delivered to Customers
Salt River Project has set a new record for the amount of energy delivered to its retail customers. On Sunday, Aug. 4, between 5 and 6 p.m., SRP delivered its highest system peak of 8,219 megawatts (MW). One megawatt is enough energy to power about 225 average homes. This surpasses the previous system peak record of 8,163 MW set on July 18, 2024, between 4 and 5 … [More]
Innovative Concierge Mental Health Practice Rebrands
Local award-winning psychiatry practice Choulet Wellness announced that it will change its name to Choulet Performance Psychiatry, signifying a major step forward in their mission to revolutionize mental health care for high-achieving professionals, athletes, and their families. The rebrand highlights the boutique practice’s enhanced focus on optimizing mental performance and … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Restaurant Co. Named Fasted-Growing Chain in U.S.
Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop, which is headquartered in Scottsdale and has grown to more than 60 locations across Arizona and California, has been named among the Fastest Growing Emerging Restaurants in the United States by Nation’s Restaurant News in its annual “100 Under 100” program. The honor marks the brand’s second consecutive year on the list and comes on the heels of Mr. … [More]
Partnership Bringing Four New Hangars Near Falcon Field Airport
Agate Construction, a leading construction company specializing in innovative projects across various commercial and industrial industries, announced it will construct four new aircraft hangar buildings on 4.13 acres of Falcon Field Airport property. Representing Agate Construction’s eighth construction project in partnership with DKS Properties LLC’s ownership, the buildings … [More]
W. P. Carey Foundation Commits $25M to ASU Business School, Bolsters Real Estate Education
Gift strengthens ongoing partnership with the Foundation and brings lifetime commitment to ASU to more than $100 million
The W. P. Carey Foundation and Arizona State University's W. P. Carey School of Business are partnering to expand the scope, strength and reach of the school's real estate programs. The Foundation recently committed an additional $25 million to ASU, bringing the W. P. Carey Foundation's lifetime commitment to more than $100 million. The W. P. Carey Foundation's … [More]
SBA Announces Working Capital Pilot Now Accepting Applications at Participating SBA Lenders
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that SBA 7(a) lenders may now accept applications for the SBA’s newly-announced 7(a) Working Capital Pilot (WCP) Program. “Small businesses need affordable working capital to pursue revenue growth opportunities made available thanks to President Biden’s Investing in America agenda,” said SBA Administrator Guzman. “The … [More]
Valley Law Firm Establishes Dedicated Family Law Practice, Welcomes Legal Team
Gallagher & Kennedy announced the addition of a family law practice group, with two accomplished attorneys, a paralegal, and their legal support professional joining the Phoenix office. This expansion strengthens the firm's full-service capabilities and marks the establishment of a dedicated Family Law Practice. “I am pleased to welcome this talented team of family law … [More]
Scottsdale Chamber Announces Finalists for 38th Annual Sterling Awards
The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the finalists for the 38th Annual Sterling Awards. As one of the Valley’s most highly regarded and competitive business awards, this year's 12 finalists represent more than just innovation and excellence - they reflect an ongoing commitment to civic service in Scottsdale and the Valley. Join us as we recognize these … [More]
Network Tech Co. Launches State-of-the-Art Experience Center in Tempe, Increasing Regional Access to Innovative Technologies
New southwestern facility offers advanced tech solutions to one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S.
Axis Communications celebrated the grand opening of its newest Axis Experience Center (AEC) in Tempe. Featuring an extensive variety of Axis surveillance solutions as well as meeting and demo spaces, the facility will allow Axis to build stronger bonds with partners and customers in the southwest, fostering collaborative growth and innovation to enable smarter and … [More]
$185 Million ASU Multi-Level Research and Education Building Hits Milestone
The $185 million Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Building 12 (ISTB12) project at Arizona State University’s (ASU) Polytechnic campus in Mesa, Ariz., recently reached the topping out construction milestone, marking the placement of the structure’s final beam. Once completed, this new multi-level research and education building will be an innovation landmark for Ira A. … [More]
Jobs Report: Main Street Compensation Plans Fall as Labor Costs Grow
Small businesses hiring plans remain stable while fewer plan to raise compensation
NFIB’s July jobs report found a seasonally adjusted net 33% of small business owners reported raising compensation in July, down five points from last month and the lowest reading since April 2021. A net 18% (seasonally adjusted) plan to raise compensation in the next three months, down four points from June. “Fewer small business owners are planning to raise compensation in … [More]
Data Service Co. Acquires Arizona-Based Cybersecurity Service Provider
Dataprise, a distinguished provider of managed services (MSP) and managed security services (MSSP), announced the acquisition of Phoenix IT, a cybersecurity incident response and managed service provider in Arizona. The acquisition broadens Dataprise's Cybersecurity platform with new Incident Response & Remediation Services and expands the company's managed services … [More]
Guest Home Builder Partners with Exclusive Health Club on Synergistic Promotion
Arizona guest home builder, Minimal Living Concepts, has teamed up with the Valley’s premier healthy lifestyle clubs, The Village Health Clubs & Spas, for a special partnership. Buyers who purchase a guest home from Minimal Living Concepts will receive a $5,000 credit at The Village, to be used towards dues or other services (spa, personal training, sports lesson, pilates, … [More]
Arizona Launches Network of Community Colleges to Train Students for High-Paying Tech Jobs
Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity announced today the launch of ReadyTechGo, a collection of Arizona colleges focused on training students for in-demand careers in advanced manufacturing. The network is part of the State of Arizona’s strategy to attract more Arizonans to the advanced manufacturing industry and fill thousands of tech jobs at … [More]
Barrett-Jackson Partners to Bring Major Culinary Event during Scottsdale Auction
Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, announced it has partnered with World Food Championships to host the Southwest Chef Showdown, a competition featuring up to 30 champion chefs, during the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction, presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos. The event will be held Oct. 10-13 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Contestants in the … [More]
Luxury Home Values Are Rising Faster than Typical Homes for the First Time in Years
Luxury home value growth, which has consistently lagged the market's middle tier over the past several years, has now outpaced appreciation on typical homes for five consecutive months, a new Zillow® analysis shows. The typical luxury home nationwide — defined for this analysis as the most valuable 5% of homes in a given region — is worth about $1,620,000. Among the 50 … [More]
