Trustees of Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust awarded a total of $6 million in unexpected grants to six of Arizona’s largest colleges and universities to advance their higher education missions in Maricopa County. “The grants are an expression of Piper Trust’s ardent belief in the vital role that colleges and universities play in the health and strength of our … [More]
Phoenix-Headquartered Tech Firm Expands, Launching Industrial AI Hub in Abu Dhabi
Cognite, a global player in industrial AI, announced it will incorporate a new entity in Abu Dhabi. This strategic expansion is designed to meet the growing demand for industrial digitalization among the region's largest energy and manufacturing companies and accelerate the adoption of industrial AI at scale. By establishing a local center for expertise, technology, and … [More]
Valuation Experts Rank States by Business Formation, Arizona Misses Top Ten
Business valuation experts Eton Venture Services analyzed United States Census Bureau data on the number of new business formations in each state from January to May in 2025. To reduce the effects of population bias, the ranking has been determined by the states that have had the highest rate of business formations per 100,000 people. Arizona is 16th in the US for … [More]
Phoenix-Based Water Treatment Co. Acquired by Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer
Rochester Midland Corporation, a leading provider of route-based, technical services and specialty chemical products across water treatment, food safety and other verticals, announced that it has acquired Decon Water Technologies, LLC, a water treatment service provider based in Phoenix, AZ. With over 30 years of expertise, Decon offers customized water treatment programs … [More]
Greater Phoenix Chamber Announces 11 Finalists for 2025 Athena Awards
The Greater Phoenix Chamber announced the 11 women chosen as finalists for its prestigious 38th annual ATHENA Awards, continuing its strong tradition of recognizing outstanding Valley businesswomen. The ATHENA Businesswoman of the Year Award recognizes a woman in the public and private sectors and highlights an upcoming leader in the Valley as an ATHENA young professional. … [More]
Phoenix Restaurant Chain Partners with Food-Rescue Nonprofit
Mesquite Fresh Street Mex, a modern Mexican grab-and-go brand, announced a one-day partnership with Waste Not, a local nonprofit that works to eliminate food waste and hunger, on Sept. 25, National Quesadilla Day. The restaurant will donate $1 from all quesadilla sales across all ten restaurants to Waste Not to benefit the nonprofit’s food rescue programming. This give-back … [More]
Arizona’s First Indoor Padel Club Brings Brewery and Wellness Hub
Padeland, a first-of-its-kind indoor destination fusing padel, pickleball, wellness and hospitality, is set to open in Chandler in late 2025, bringing a fresh spin to the state’s sports and social scene. The 35,000+ square-foot facility blends professional-grade indoor courts with lifestyle-forward amenities, all designed for activity, connection and … [More]
Small Business Inflation Reaches Crisis Level, Hitting Arizona Hardest
Small businesses in Arizona are struggling to beat inflation more than anywhere else in America, a financial expert has revealed. The study from Lido.app examined challenges facing small companies across all 50 states, tracking employment figures, wage shifts, utility expenses, and price jumps between 2020 and 2024 to measure inflation's impact. Arizona placed last overall … [More]
Phoenix Tiny Home Builder Partners with Arizona Housing Fund
Phoenix-based luxury tiny home builder myHAUSING has announced a year-round partnership with the Arizona Housing Fund, pledging $1,000 for every unit sold. From October 15–18 at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Fall Auction, myHAUSING will more than double its impact—donating $2,500 per unit sold—and offering buyers $1,000 off when they make a direct donation of $25 or more to … [More]
Disruptive Real Estate Tech Co. Launching in Phoenix with $65.5M Funding Round
Bonus Homes, a real estate technology and investment company redefining the way middle-class Americans build wealth through home ownership, announced it will open its headquarters in Greater Phoenix backed by $65.5 million in seed funding. The company also introduced its novel Home Appreciation Partnership to the region, a breakthrough financial model for homeowners with … [More]
