As concerns about Arizona’s water future grow, the state’s public universities and the Arizona Board of Regents are offering solutions. The Regents’ Grant-funded Arizona Tri-University Recharge and Water Reliability Project is focused on enhancing groundwater recharge to sustain Arizona’s agriculture and ecosystems. In partnership with the Arizona Department of Water … [More]
Phoenix Identified as Strategic Growth Market by National Construction Co.
National general contractor, JE Dunn Construction, has identified Phoenix as a strategic growth market for its Advanced Facilities Group (AFG), citing surging demand for mission critical, semiconductor and industrial facilities. To spearhead regional growth and further expand its semiconductor and industrial capabilities in the Southwest, the company has hired veteran Dave … [More]
State’s First-Ever Decentralized Tech Conference Set to Showcase Arizona’s Technology Leadership
With billions in new investment, a surge of startups and venture activity, and a deep pool of skilled talent, Arizona's innovation economy is scaling fast — and the world is taking notice. Governor Hobbs and the Arizona Commerce Authority, in partnership with the Arizona Venture Alliance, announced Arizona Tech Week, the state’s first-ever decentralized tech conference. The … [More]
Scottsdale Hearing Aid Co. Announces Expansion with Major Retail Partnership
Audien Hearing, the No. 1-selling over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid brand, announced that its flagship Atom One and Atom Pro 2 hearing aids will be available in Walgreens stores, as well as on walgreens.com and in the Walgreens app, this month. The rollout marks Audien's entry into retail pharmacy, advancing its mission to make hearing support more affordable and accessible … [More]
$1B Mixed-Use Development in the Heart of Gilbert Receives Planning Approval
The Ranch, a landmark $1 billion mixed-use development in the heart of Gilbert, Arizona, has officially received final entitlement approval from the Planning Commission on August 6, 2025. With this critical milestone achieved, permitting and construction can now commence on the transformative project poised to redefine the region's landscape and economy. Led by development … [More]
Valley to Supply Key Components for Apple, Texas Instruments in New Partnership
Applied Materials, Inc. is working with Apple and Texas Instruments (TI) to bolster the semiconductor manufacturing supply chain in the United States. Applied is supporting Apple’s partnership with TI, announced today, by supplying American-made chipmaking equipment from Austin, Texas to TI’s U.S. factories. Austin is home to Applied’s largest manufacturing and logistics … [More]
Small Changes, Big Impact: Low-Cost Ways to Support Employees through Inflation
As inflation headlines re-emerge, many employers are contemplating shifts in their remote and hybrid work policies. Organizations are working hard to balance two competing priorities: being sensitive to the financial pressures employees are facing, while also managing budgets and controlling costs to maintain sustainable business practices, all while ensuring the culture of the … [More]
Multiple Arizona Utilities Secure Critical Natural Gas Delivery to Power Statewide Growth
Arizona Public Service (APS), City of Mesa, Salt River Project (SRP), Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and UniSource Energy Services announced commitment plans for Transwestern Pipeline’s Desert Southwest expansion project. This new natural gas pipeline will help maintain year-round regional energy reliability by transporting natural gas from the Permian Basin in West Texas to … [More]
Longtime Valley Real Estate Leader Named to ASU Real Estate and Finance Center
The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University has named longtime real estate leader Tom "TJ" Johnston as executive director of the newly expanded and named W. P. Carey Center for Real Estate and Finance. With more than two decades of experience spanning brokerage, operations, and investment strategy, Johnston brings deep industry expertise and a collaborative … [More]
Phoenix-Based Archaeological Consultancy Names New CEO
Chronicle Heritage announced the appointment of Mel Gordon as Chief Executive Officer. Gordon has previously served as the company's Chief Operating Officer and Chief Information Officer, as well as President and COO of Codifi, Chronicle's incubated SaaS venture. Gordon's appointment reflects a natural progression for a leader who has worked across the organization, from … [More]
