Roughly 58,000 U.S. home-purchase agreements were canceled in July, equal to 15.3% of homes that went under contract last month, according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. That’s up from 14.5% a year earlier and marks the highest July rate in records dating back to 2017. This is based on a Redfin analysis of MLS pending-sales … [More]
$2M in Capacity-Building Grants Available to Continue Growing Apprenticeship Pipeline
The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity, is launching Round 3 of the BuildItAZ Apprenticeship Initiative—investing another $2 million in federal capacity-building grants to expand high-quality registered apprenticeships across the state. This effort aims to double the number of registered construction and trades apprentices by the end of 2026. This is the third round of … [More]
100,000 SF Flight Training Facility Set for Gateway Airport
FlightSafety International, a global leader in aviation training, has announced the expansion of its operations in Arizona with the construction of a new 100,000-square-foot Learning Center in Mesa. This expansion is part of FlightSafetys broader growth strategy, building on the company's long-standing presence in the state through its Tucson Learning Center, and adds to its … [More]
Valley Ad Firm Continues Acquisition Blitz with California Outdoor Media Co.
Harkey Media, an innovative out-of-home advertising company in the United States, announced the acquisition of Mesa Outdoor, a leading independent OOH operator in the San Francisco Bay Area. This strategic acquisition expands Harkey Media’s footprint in Northern California, one of the nation’s most dynamic media markets, further strengthening its position as a top-tier … [More]
Old Town Scottsdale Luxury Retailer Expands, Creating Immersive Shopping Experience
Luv Luxe, Old Town Scottsdale’s go-to destination for pre-luved designer handbags, has undergone an exciting expansion to elevate its store and create a more immersive shopping experience for its loyal clientele. With over a decade of presence in the Valley and a growing demand for high-end resale, Luv Luxe has increased its space to accommodate more inventory from top tier … [More]
Phoenix AI Video Analysis Co. Secures $199M Air Force Contract
PureTech Systems, a leader in AI-boosted geospatial video analytics and command-and-control solutions, announced its role in a joint effort with Clear Align to deliver a rapidly deployable perimeter security solution for the U.S. Air Force’s Tactical Security System (TSS). Awarded under a seven-year, $199 million contract, this modular, scalable system is designed to enhance … [More]
Fast-Growing Valley Coffee Co. Files Proposed IPO
Black Rock Coffee Bar, Inc. announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission relating to a proposed initial public offering of its Class A common stock. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not yet been determined. The proposed offering is subject to market and … [More]
Arizonans Are Waiting More Than 8 Years to Buy a Home, According to Study
A new study, conducted by Chicksx, analyzed data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the US Census Bureau to determine how long the average earner in each state needs to save for a home. In first place is Hawaii, with housing affordability statistics for 2023 showing that Hawaii homes reach a median value of $846,400. With just $489 left over each month for resident of … [More]
Three Essential Proactive Cybersecurity Strategies to Defend Your Company
Recognizing and managing cybersecurity risk is an essential part of maintaining business operations and retaining the trust of clients, partner organizations and the public. Threats evolve, but these fundamental cybersecurity objectives can help keep your business protected and resilient against cyber-crime. For many businesses, the mandate to secure valuable assets and data … [More]
Networking Group Set for ‘Grand’ Event, Connecting Valley Leaders
Eliances announces their upcoming GRANDtable event, scheduled for September 9, 2025, at 8:30 AM, at ASU SkySong in Scottsdale, AZ. This exclusive event offers unparalleled networking opportunities with billionaires, millionaires, celebrities, founders, investors, inventors, startups, and more. The event will take place at Arizona State University SkySong, Scottsdale, on … [More]
