Atari Hotels and Intersection Development are creating a new frontier of experiential entertainment. Construction on the long-anticipated Phoenix flagship, located at 840 N. Central Ave. in Phoenix on an acre-plus site, is slated to begin in late 2026. Räkkhaus, an international architecture and design studio with offices in Phoenix, Dallas, and Helsinki, has revealed updated … [More]
Cooling Costs and Strong Hiring Keep Arizona Competitive
Governor Katie Hobbs highlights new employment numbers showcasing Arizona’s continued strong private sector jobs growth, driven by growth in Natural Resources & Mining, Financial Activities and Health Care. Additionally, while the country saw spikes in the cost of housing (4.0%) and energy (0.2%), Arizona saw declines, with housing falling by 0.1%and energy falling by … [More]
Fast-Casual Italian Brand Adds Fourth Restaurant in Greater Phoenix
Fazoli’s, a portfolio company of FAT Brands Inc. and America’s beloved fast and fresh Italian chain, officially announced the opening of its fourth restaurant in the greater Phoenix area. Located at 13510 N. Litchfield Road in Surprise, the all-new drive-thru restaurant features all the fan-favorites, including classics such as Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, Baked Spaghetti with … [More]
Former Walmart International CFO Joins Homebuilder’s Board
Taylor Morrison, a national homebuilder and land developer, has appointed Amanda Whalen to its Board of Directors effective March 1, 2026. As a public company CFO, Ms. Whalen brings over 25 years of experience in finance and strategic leadership to Taylor Morrison's board. She currently serves as CFO of Klaviyo, an AI-first customer relationship management (CRM) platform … [More]
Wellness Brand Expands Footprint With Fourth Valley Studio
Workshop Pilates, a pioneer of heated mat Pilates in the Valley and one one of the region’s fastest-growing studio brands, has announced it’s expanding with a fourth location, its first in the East Valley, slated to open in January at Northside at SanTan Village in Gilbert. Renowned as the first studio to bring heated mat Pilates to Arizona, offering a detoxifying … [More]
Local Pizza and Pasta Notable Reenters Fountain Hills Market
Streets of New York, a family-owned Valley staple since 1976, is reopening in Fountain Hills on Wednesday, Dec. 17, returning to the community it served for nearly 20 years. Located at 12645 N. Saguaro Blvd., Suite 11, the new restaurant brings its award-winning New York-style pizza, pasta, sandwiches and neighborhood hospitality back to one of the most scenic corners of the … [More]
Statewide Small Business Foundation Taps New Executive Director
State Forty Eight Foundation, announced the appointment of Kristin “KP” Priscella as its new Executive Director. As the SFEF enters its fifth year, this appointment signals the Foundation's commitment to statewide expansion and significantly increased investment in Arizona's entrepreneurial ecosystem. “We are thrilled to welcome Kristin Priscella as State Forty Eight … [More]
Arizona Unveils Free Tool to Target Economic Growth at the Neighborhood Level
The Arizona Business Database has launched publicly, offering the first statewide, neighborhood-level research tool that combines business attributes, employment, demographic, and geospatial data into one interactive map and filtering interface. The free tool is designed to help policymakers, funders, researchers, community groups, and business owners identify where targeted … [More]
National Wealth-Management Platform Names New President to Lead Advisor Growth
Osaic, Inc., one of the nation’s largest providers of wealth management strategies, announced that Shannon Reid will join the firm as President of Osaic and Head of Advisor Growth and Engagement. Reid will fully assume the President role on Jan. 12, 2026, reporting directly to CEO Jamie Price, who previously held the position in tandem with his chief executive … [More]
Phoenix Facility Delivers First U.S.-Built RQ-35 Tactical Drones, a Major Manufacturing Milestone
AIRO Group Holdings announced the successful completion of the first RQ‑35 Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance drones produced to full operational standard in its U.S. manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona. This marks the first U.S.-manufactured RQ‑35 systems and a major step forward in the company’s Made‑in‑America expansion strategy. The systems—built to the … [More]
Global Under-30 Summit Relocates to Phoenix, Spotlighting the City’s Innovation Momentum
Coinciding with the 2026 Under 30 List Launch event in New York, Forbes announced that Phoenix, Arizona will become the official host city for the Forbes Under 30 Summit beginning in 2026, marking the start of a new multi-year chapter for the global gathering of young leaders, founders and innovators. The move signals an expanded vision for the Summit rooted in growth, ambition … [More]
Latest Launch in AI SEO Underscores Rapid Shift Toward Generative Search Visibility
Rainman Consulting LLC, a digital marketing firm based in the Phoenix East Valley, announced the launch of its AI SEO and Generative Engine Optimization services. The new offering is designed to assist businesses in adapting their digital strategies for Artificial Intelligence platforms such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. This launch addresses a critical moment in digital … [More]
Scottsdale Firm Backs Expansion into Carolinas with 263-Unit Multifamily Acquisition
Elevest Capital, a privately held real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily assets, is proud to announce the successful closing of Fund 62 in partnership with Rise48 Equity through the acquisition of a two-property multifamily portfolio in Chapel Hill and Greensboro, North Carolina. This strategic investment marks Elevest Capital's continued expansion into … [More]
Arizona Puts $27M toward Grid Upgrades to Boost Reliability and Stabilize Costs
Governor Katie Hobbs awarded $15.6 million for four grid resiliency projects that will strengthen and modernize Arizona’s power grid against wildfires, extreme weather, and other disasters. Awarded through the Governor’s Office of Resiliency’s Arizona Grid Resilience Grant Program, the four grid improvement projects will help reduce the number of outages and outage durations … [More]
Valley Health Executive Ranked Among Nation’s Most Influential for Second Year Running
For the second consecutive year, Banner Health President and Chief Executive Officer Amy Perry has been named to Modern Healthcare's 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare—a recognition of Banner's industry-leading work in innovation, integration, and community-centered care. Since joining in November 2021, Perry has positioned Banner as a model for the future of health care … [More]
Homebuilder Pledges More Than $2M in 2025
Staying true to its brand promise of delivering a Life.Built.Better, Meritage Homes – the fifth-largest public homebuilder in the U.S. – strengthened its commitment to building stronger communities across the country in 2025. Beyond funding $2 million for K-12 education initiatives, the Company donated over an additional $2 million through its philanthropic foundation, Meritage … [More]
Arizona Investment Firm Adds Five-Hotel Portfolio in $72M Acquisition
Phoenix-based Hospitality Capital Partners along with its equity partner National Property Advisors have acquired a portfolio of five hotels totaling more than 665 rooms from Service Properties Trust for $72 million as part of a larger NPA transaction. The transaction, which closed on Dec. 4, expands HCP's footprint in key Arizona markets, including Metropolitan Phoenix and … [More]
Bank Adds Cybersecurity and Risk Experts to Board as Assets Near $100B
Western Alliance Bancorporation announced the appointment of two distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors, adding sizable expertise in the key areas of cybersecurity and risk management as the organization nears the $100 billion asset threshold. Joining the Board are Dr. Michael Papay, a recognized cybersecurity authority and former head of Technology Risk and … [More]
