Navigating the dynamic of our modern market landscape requires more than just awareness of trends. Actionable strategies are needed to meet consumers’ evolving demands. That’s easier said than done, of course. Incorporating prevailing trends into your marketing strategy, while ensuring relevance, resonance, and results, is rarely a seamless transition internally. Externally, … [More]
Plug and Play accelerateAZ Launches New Sustainability Accelerator Program
Plug and Play accelerateAZ, a program of the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), celebrated the official launch of the new Sustainability accelerator program that will support the growth of sustainability-focused startups in Arizona. During the event, eight startups pitched as part of the Sustainability accelerator Program Selection Day for the Batch 1 cohort. Arizona Governor … [More]
New Terminal Coming to Sky Harbor, Not Anticipated to Begin until After 2030
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and members of the Phoenix City Council heard plans to build a new terminal at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. With more than 48 million passengers in 2023 and passenger numbers continuing to grow, a new terminal is necessary to meet passenger demand and maintain a high level of service. “Phoenix Sky Harbor is busier than ever, which is … [More]
Major Bank Slates Prestigious New Office Building for Both Private and Commercial Banking Teams
JPMorgan Chase announced that it is expanding its footprint in Phoenix to a premiere new office building at 44th Street and Camelback Road, with the Private Bank and Commercial Banking teams co-locating to best serve clients’ banking and financial needs. “For 125 years, we have been serving clients with their financial needs. We have deep roots in Arizona and are excited to be … [More]
Employers Expect Increased Regulatory Enforcement amid Legislative Slowdown in Election Year, Survey Finds
In an election year that could significantly impact the future of employment and labor law, U.S. employers expect heightened regulatory enforcement as they navigate a host of workplace issues, including the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and managing divisive political beliefs among employees. That’s according to the 12th Annual Employer Survey released … [More]
ACA Launches New Tools to Support Arizona Small Businesses with Loan Guarantee Program
New loan guarantee and technical assistance programs available for small businesses
Access to capital ranks as one of the largest barriers facing small business owners. To promote small business stability, growth, and success, especially among entrepreneurs from underserved communities, Governor Hobbs and the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) have partnered with community financial institutions and mentors to launch a new suite of small business support … [More]
Record-High Monthly Payments Chill Spring Home Selling Season, Declining Rates Could Boost Activity
High home prices and rates sent home sellers and buyers to the sidelines in April and the start of May—but last week’s encouraging economic news drove mortgage rates down a bit
The median U.S. monthly housing payment hit an all-time high of $2,894 during the four weeks ending May 5, up 14% from a year earlier, and home prices rose 4.5% to their own record high. That’s according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. The supply of homes for sale lost momentum, with prospective sellers jittery about high … [More]
Sunwest Bank Names New Arizona Regional President
Sunwest Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Kevin Cutter as its new SVP, Regional President leading the Arizona Commercial Banking Division. In this role, Cutter is responsible for the development and coordination of all banking relationships, including profitability, strategic goals, and policies. He will also be responsible for creating and managing a cross-functional … [More]
No End in Sight: Old Town Restaurant Creators Open New Concept in Iconic Space
The team behind the renowned Second Story will open a new concept this spring in the iconic Kazimierz location in Old Town. The highly anticipated opening of The Ends will take place on June 1st, 2024. The Ends, a restaurant inspired by the spirit of Anthony Bourdain’s food travels, invites guests to experience a restaurant about all the things we love most in life; friends, … [More]
This Chicken Franchise Is Hiring and Opening Its First of Three Arizona Locations
Barnett Management Company is hiring approximately 500 restaurant employees in the next few months as the company is quickly ramping up business to open three new Slim Chickens restaurants in Arizona. Their first Phoenix-area location, a 4,200-square-foot restaurant (including patio), will open in mid-June at 35th Avenue and Happy Valley Road in Glendale. Shortly … [More]
Phoenix-Based Consulting Group Acquired by Global Firm
Turner & Townsend announced the acquisition of Phoenix-based ON THE MARK. According to the press release, “The deal will strengthen Turner & Townsend’s support for major programmes in defence, infrastructure, natural resources and real estate – ensuring they are aligned with fast-paced technological, environmental and social change being seen across these … [More]
Nursing Students Plan Impactful Programs at Phoenix Community Organizations
The Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program at the Creighton University Health Sciences Campus – Phoenix prepares students to earn their RN license in 12 months. What sets the ABSN program apart is its community program planning project, which captures the Ignatian value of cura personalis (care for the individual person). Each cohort of ABSN students spends … [More]
Generative AI Levels the Playing Field for Small Businesses, Says Survey
Forty-four percent of microbusiness owners believe that generative artificial intelligence will help them compete with larger businesses
More U.S. microbusinesses are using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to grow and compete, with 50% of owners and operators recently surveyed indicating they have tried Gen AI tools in the past few months. The findings come from GoDaddy's international research initiative, Venture Forward, which quantifies the economic impact of small businesses and explores their … [More]
Partnership Pairs Pizza with Puppies at this New Restaurant
Pizza to the Rescue is now open and has a unique mission: Eat Pizza, Save Puppies! The restaurant is located at 2601 E. Indian School Road in Phoenix, and is proud to donate 25% of proceeds from all pizza sales to Almost There Rescue which is located in the same parking lot. Owners and lifelong Paradise Valley residents Geri Hormel and her longtime partner, Hunter Rodgers, … [More]
City of Phoenix Invites Local Businesses to Participate in 602 Day, Jun. 2
On June 2, the City of Phoenix will officially celebrate 602 Day! 602 Day will be an opportunity to celebrate Phoenix as a great place to live, work and enjoy life. The goal of 602 Day is to partner with businesses, cultural organizations, and other groups to provide events and community engagement opportunities that cultivate civic pride. 602 Day will be … [More]
Phoenix-Based Capital Co. Announces New Business, Provides Growth Capital for Private-Equity-Backed Companies
Trinity Capital Inc., a provider of diversified financial solutions to growth-oriented companies, announced the expansion of its business with the addition of a new Sponsor Finance vertical. This strategic expansion naturally extends the Company's established expertise in providing direct lending solutions to sponsor-backed companies across a range of industries. "We … [More]
New Partnership to Empower Digital Health Companies to Quickly and Easily Accept Health Insurance
SteadyMD, a leading 50-state provider of telehealth services, operations, and technology for large enterprises, announced a partnership with Bridge, a first of its kind insurance enabler for telehealth providers, to greatly expand care access by equipping telehealth providers to quickly and easily bill insurance. The partnership leverages Bridge's hundreds of health plan … [More]
EY Announces Chandler Tech Co. as an Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 Pacific Southwest Award Finalist
Ernst & Young LLP announced that President and CEO Sanjeev Aggarwal of Everspin Technologies was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 Pacific Southwest Award finalist. Now in its 38th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is the preeminent competitive business award for audacious leaders who disrupt markets, revolutionize sectors and have a transformational impact on lives. … [More]
