The Serrano family, owners and operators of four Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant locations in the East Valley, has opened a new fast-casual Mexican food concept at its Tempe location (6440 S. Rural Road), called Pronto by Serrano’s. With a focus on “fresh, flavorful and familiar,” Pronto offers build-your-own combos featuring burritos, tacos, nachos, salads, bowls and more. … [More]
Medical Benefits and Services Co. Names New CEO
Advanced Medical Pricing Solutions, a Cimmaron Healthcare Capital portfolio company focused on supporting self-insured employers and healthcare stakeholders in providing affordable, fair, and transparent medical and prescription benefits, announced the appointment of Matt Brow as Chief Executive Officer and Board Member. Brow joins AMPS following nearly six years leading … [More]
ASU Seeks a New Kind of Battery Solution for Electric Vehicles
As the world’s vehicle fleet decarbonizes by transitioning to electric drivetrains, the answer to what makes the best battery remains elusive. Electric vehicle consumers seek a comfortable range from battery capacity as well as easy access to charging stations, especially those with fast-charging capabilities. Current lithium-ion batteries leave room for improvement in these … [More]
2023 Phoenix Metro Solar Co-op Selects Sunny Energy to Serve Group and Extends Deadline
The 2023 Phoenix Metro Solar Co-op has selected Sunny Energy to install solar panels for the more than 100 member group. Co-op members selected Sunny Energy through a competitive bidding process over nine other firms. The co-op has also extended its deadline to July 21. “Having the chance to serve on the co-op selection committee was very informative, and choosing Sunny … [More]
How a Quick Assessment Can Propel Your Company’s Growth and Success
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, staying ahead of the curve is beyond important and crucial for long-term success. As a business owner or entrepreneur, you understand the importance of consistent improvement and growth. By performing a business analysis, you organize your strategy and strengthen your ability to achieve your overarching goals. There are many … [More]
Cybersecurity Training for Employees Is the Most Popular IT Investment among U.S. Companies, Says Survey
Cybersecurity training for employees, as well as the purchase of cybersecurity solutions/services (61% each), are the most popular IT investments among US businesses this year, according to the newest research by NordLayer, a network security solution for businesses. The majority of US companies (67%) have in-house cybersecurity specialists to take care of that, while 24% … [More]
Maricopa Association of Governments Elects New Officers 2023
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego 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, Gallego said the extension of Proposition 400 will be her top priority. “Our most pressing priority is to give voters the power to shape their transportation future through the extension of … [More]
Optima Opens Fifth & Final Tower at Optima Kierland Development
Award-winning real estate development firm Optima announced the grand opening of 7190 Optima Kierland, the fifth and final tower within the Optima Kierland development in North Scottsdale. The 10-story tower is comprised of 216 residences including studio, one-, two-, three-bedroom and penthouse apartments, along with the development’s first Olympic-length pool and 24-hour … [More]
WEBINAR – Jul 25: Cultivating Communities and Delivering Value on Social Media
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for the upcoming Small Business Boot Camp virtual webinars and monthly workshops. If you've missed past sessions, watch here. Cultivating Communities and Delivering Value on Social Media 07/25/2023 | 9:00 AM Join Karen Hewitt, the "Social Media Witch," as she illuminates the path to making social media genuinely social. … [More]
Concrete Co. Dominates Arizona Market with Multiple New Locations
Sam The Concrete Man has seen great potential in the residential and commercial concrete industry in Arizona. Our first location opened in Phoenix in April 2023 and we have opened two locations around the Phoenix area since! We have 30+ years of exceptional concrete services and our team is eager to help homeowners create a home of their dreams. Sam The … [More]
Keap Announces ‘Let’s Grow’ Summit in Downtown Phoenix, Google’s Aditi Sharma Is Keynote
Keap, the leader in sales and marketing automation software for small businesses, announced today that the Let's Grow Summit by Keap will take place from Nov. 8-10, at the Sheraton Downtown Phoenix. The speakers for the event will include keynote Aditi Sharma, principal for product operations and strategy at Google, Donald Miller, CEO at StoryBrand, and Heidi Jannenga, chief … [More]
Alliance Brings $270M to Create World-Class Materials-to-Fab Facility
Arizona State University and Applied Materials, Inc. announced an alliance, aided by the Arizona Commerce Authority, that brings more than $270 million to create a world-class shared research, development and prototyping facility, the Materials-to-Fab (MTF) Center, in the university’s MacroTechnology Works building at ASU Research Park. The MTF Center will be designed to … [More]
Governor Hobbs to Join AES in Celebrating Wind Farm’s $267M Investment
State elected officials and local business leaders will gather in Winslow on Tuesday, July 11, to celebrate AES’ $267 million investment in the state’s economy as it builds the Chevelon Butte wind farm. Over 800 people will be impacted by direct and indirect jobs associated with building the project, resulting in a vital source of jobs in Coconino and Navajo counties, which … [More]
Southwest Gas Expands Renewable Natural Gas with Latest Dairy Farm Production Facility
Dairies in Arizona are turning agricultural waste into innovative renewable energy. Earlier this spring, Southwest Gas celebrated the grand opening of its latest renewable natural gas (RNG) interconnect project with Butterfield Dairy in Buckeye, Arizona. With technologies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and partnerships like this that establish connection points … [More]
Valley of the Sun United Way Grants $9.3M for Maricopa County Nonprofit Organizations and Schools
Valley of the Sun United Way announced today more than $9.3 million in strategic investments of programs and services provided by 101 nonprofit organizations and schools throughout Maricopa County. In partnership with First Things First and other government support, Valley of the Sun United Way also provides nearly $80 million to support families with affordable quality … [More]
City of Buckeye Stepping Up as New Jobs Demand Housing for Its Current, Future Employment Base
The City of Buckeye, Arizona, is seeing tremendous growth in its housing market, ignited by construction of the 2 MSF KORE Power plant as well as other large corporations putting down stakes in the bustling West Valley city. KORE recently received an $850 million from the U.S. Department of Energy. State officials estimate the plant will create about 3,000 new jobs and … [More]
SEMICON West 2023 Opens Tomorrow to Showcase Industry Growth to $1 Trillion, Sustainability and Talent
Critical semiconductor industry topics will take center stage at SEMICON West 2023, opening tomorrow with leading CEOs gathering at the Moscone Center in San Francisco for the latest insights into industry growth opportunities, sustainability, and workforce development. The July 11-13 event, North America's premier exhibition and conference for the microelectronics supply … [More]
