Arizona’s second-largest catering company, Atlasta Catering has rebranded with a new parent company, Steve Short Culinary Team (SSCT), to better represent the wide variety of industry-leading services it offers as it continues to thoughtfully grow and expand after 45 years. Founded in 1979 in Phoenix and led by second-generation Chef/COO, Steve Short and his wife and CEO, … [More]
Peoria Townhome Community Installs New EV Chargers in Every Garage
Haven Townhomes at P83 in Peoria recently added electric vehicle (EV) chargers to each resident garage to make the community more ecofriendly. The community, managed by Bryten Real Estate Partners, installed 163 Wallbox Pulsar Plus charging stations in every detached garage for convenience and sustainability. The Wallbox Pulsar Plus charger they selected is compatible with … [More]
California-Based Menswear Co. Opens Its First Arizona Location in Scottsdale
Men who appreciate quality clothing that is both comfortable and stylish have an exciting new option at Scottsdale Fashion Square with the introduction of another first-to-market retailer. Premium menswear retailer True Classic is now open in the shopping center’s newly renovated south wing. California-based True Classic makes everyday essentials, like perfect-fitting … [More]
Chandler Mayor Named Maricopa Association of Governments Chair
Transportation, Air Quality, Homelessness Are Priorities
Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke was elected as chair of the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Regional Council today during the agency’s annual meeting. As the agency’s new chair, Hartke said his highest priority is to ensure that MAG is ready to implement a suite of transportation projects if Maricopa County voters approve the extension of the dedicated half-cent sales tax … [More]
Arizona Economic Insights Dashboard Finds Hiring Rates Increase, Employed Workers Missing Less Work and Wages in Utilities Sector Rise
The Greater Phoenix Chamber has released its June Arizona Economic Insights Dashboard findings. This tool provides access to real-time, interactive data updates on Arizona’s ever-changing economic landscape. Users can delve deeper into GDP, job projections, population changes, average income, educational attainment, housing data, and more. June economic data findings … [More]
Schnitzer Properties Breaks Ground on Class A Multi-Tenant Industrial Property
Portland-based Schnitzer Properties and JLL announced the start of construction on Palm Valley Commerce Center, a Class A industrial project designed to serve local entrepreneurs and multinational corporations alike in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Located at Auto Drive and 137th Avenue in the rapidly expanding Phoenix-Goodyear Airport submarket of Goodyear, Arizona, Palm … [More]
Mentors Are Often the Unsung Heroes of a Successful Career
Whether she was building resilience from mentors who were unfair or downright cruel, or gaining confidence from mentors who were supportive and helpful, R. Barbara Gitenstein was honing the skills that would one day propel her to the highest level of academia. “Mentors make all the difference in an individual’s success in the world,” Gitenstein said. “I was blessed with … [More]
Piper Trust Makes $750,000 Grant to Place 200 Students in ‘Pipeline of Leadership’
Working from the premise that the nonprofit sector can provide meaningful and fruitful career paths for people in nearly any profession, a grant from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust will enable Arizona State University to engage students from multiple fields in the newly established Piper Servant Leader Network: Purpose-Driven Careers, No Matter the Major. The … [More]
Centuri Announces Leadership Transition
Board Appoints Former Centuri Advisory Board Member Paul Caudill as Interim CEO
Centuri Holdings, Inc. announced Bill Fehrman will be stepping down as President and CEO to take the CEO role at American Electric Power, one of the nation’s largest publicly traded utility companies. He will continue in his role as President and CEO of Centuri until July 31, 2024. The Centuri Board has appointed Paul Caudill, former CEO of NV Energy, a Berkshire Hathaway … [More]
Phoenix Identified as a Top 25 U.S. Market for Life Science Talent
Phoenix ascended into the Top 25 because of its workforce and emerging talent
Phoenix was named among the top 25 markets by CBRE in the annual U.S. Life Sciences Talent Trends report. The report maps the top U.S. markets and employment trends across the research & development (R&D), manufacturing, and medical technology fields. According to the CBRE report, Phoenix's life sciences R&D subsector ranks No. 23 nationally with 6,180 employees, … [More]
Televerde Names Long-Standing Leader as Its New CEO
Barsolo’s appointment continues the legacy of innovation and empowerment
Televerde, a global revenue creation partner supporting marketing, sales, and customer success for B2B businesses worldwide, announced Vince Barsolo's appointment as Chief Executive Officer following Chris McGugan's departure. This leadership transition is effective immediately. Barsolo, a seasoned executive with an unwavering commitment to Televerde's mission and business … [More]
FSL Acquires Nonprofit, Retaining Vital Transportation Services for Seniors
FSL (Foundation for Senior Living) is pleased to announce the acquisition of transportation nonprofit Northwest Valley Connect. The new collaboration will take effect July 1 and service to seniors, veterans and individuals with disabilities will remain uninterrupted. “The acquisition will ensure that more Northwest Valley residents receive vital transportation services, … [More]
Developer to Begin Construction on New Hotel-Conversion Housing Development in Ahwatukee
Hotel conversion and property expansion to bring 104 new apartments and 88 townhouse-style units to prime South Phoenix location
Caliber, a real estate investor, developer, and manager, announced completion of the funding for the first phase of the Company’s SP10 project, which will bring much needed new housing units to the Ahwatukee Foothills neighborhood in South Phoenix. The project will begin with the conversion of an existing 160-room hotel to 104 apartment units with Class A amenities. This will … [More]
Law Group Expands Services to Include Historic Preservation
Rose Law Group, renowned for its exceptional land use and development solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of its services to include Historic Preservation. This new practice area reflects our commitment to protecting Arizona's legendary history and honoring its western roots, while enhancing the Phoenix metro area as a premier destination in the United States. Our … [More]
Nonprofit Receives Largest Private Donation in 21-Year History
In the largest private donation in Local First Arizona’s 21-year history, The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has awarded the nonprofit more than $1 million to expand community gardens and entrepreneur development. The funds will allow Local First to double the size of the Heart & Soil People’s Garden and expand programming for the surrounding central Phoenix … [More]
Avnet Names New President of Electronics Components Distributor, Farnell
Avnet has announced Rebeca Obregon as the new president of Farnell, an Avnet company, effective July 1, 2024. Farnell is a high-service electronics components distributor with a comprehensive portfolio of products and supported by an international supply chain. “Since joining Avnet’s leadership team last year, Rebeca has shown her deep commitment to delivering results for … [More]
VAI Resort Announces Partnership with Global Leader in Culture-Defining Experiences
VAI Resort, the most anticipated addition to Arizona's hospitality landscape, has announced TAIT as its production partner. Opening its doors in Glendale, part of metro Phoenix, in 2025, VAI Resort will feature a state-of-the-art amphitheater in the heart of the property with the support of the TAIT development team to ensure a perfect performance environment for the A-list … [More]
Food Services Co. Expands Global Footprint with New State-of-the-Art Facility in Phoenix
United Foods International, Inc. is excited to announce a cutting-edge production facility within the Envision Dobbins 202 West Industrial Park in Phoenix. This facility will allow UFI to double its liquid production in the state and expand its capabilities to meet growing demands. When … [More]
