GTI Energy, a division of Buffalo based GTI Fabrication, a leading contract manufacturer of mission critical equipment, announced plans of a $33 million initial investment, with plans to invest another $20 million to open a 530,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at Lakin Park in Goodyear, Arizona. The strategic expansion is driven by increasing demand in the renewable … [More]
Banking Subsidiary Fraud Protection Efforts Honored
Western Alliance Bank’s subsidiary Digital Disbursements, the leading digital payments platform for the class action legal industry and part of the bank’s Juris Banking Group offering, announced that their Anti-Fraud Triangle innovation, developed in partnership with ClaimScore, a data-driven fraud prevention software solution for class action settlements, has been selected as … [More]
Smart Home Tech Install Co. Continues Expansion with Opening of First Arizona Franchisee
Daisy, the fastest growing national home and small business technology installation and services company, continues its nationwide expansion with the official opening of its new branch in Scottsdale, Arizona—now available to provide custom technology solutions for clients throughout the region. Daisy's Scottsdale franchise is led by Jim Schoene, who brings more … [More]
Wealth Management Co. CEO Named No. 1 Advisor in Arizona
Wilde Wealth Management Group, an independent financial services firm, announced that Forbes has named chief executive officer and investment advisor representative Trevor Wilde, MBA, AIF to its 2025 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list. Only 175 advisors from across Arizona were named to the prestigious list, with Wilde being named the No. 1 overall advisor statewide. This is … [More]
Real Estate Agent Commissions Haven’t Changed Much since the NAR Settlement Took Effect
The average buyer’s agent commission was 2.40% for homes sold in the first quarter, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s up slightly from 2.37% in the fourth quarter of 2024 and 2.36% in the third quarter of 2024—when the new National Association of Realtors (NAR) commissions rules went into effect—but down slightly from … [More]
Arizona Retailers: New Law Targets Transnational Criminal Networks Exploiting Consumers
Governor Katie Hobbs has signed SB 1351 into law, a critical piece of legislation aimed at addressing the concern of gift card fraud in Arizona. Once considered isolated incidents, gift card fraud has evolved into a coordinated operation run by transnational criminal organizations. These networks exploit consumers, retailers, and gift card processors, using stolen redemption … [More]
Nonprofit Receives $300K to Support Infants Suffering from Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Hushabye Nursery announced The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has donated $300,000 to support inpatient detox and recovery for infants experiencing Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). In the U.S., a baby is born every 15 minutes with NAS because of prenatal opioid exposure, which results in a complex and painful detoxification process in the days … [More]
Pittsburgh-Based Milkshake Shop Brings First Arizona Location to Chandler
The Milkshake Factory, the Pittsburgh-based dessert brand known for its milkshakes and premium ice cream, is bringing its first Arizona location to Chandler. The ribbon-cutting is set for Tuesday, May 21st, 2025. Located in the heart of Chandler, Milkshake Factory will offer its signature handcrafted experience, featuring decadent milkshakes made from scratch made from … [More]
Energy Efficient Materials Supplier Acquires Innovative Manufacturing Co.
Carlisle Companies Incorporated announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire select assets of Bonded Logic, Inc. and Phoenix Fibers, LLC. Bonded Logic is a U.S. manufacturer of sustainable thermal and acoustical insulation products. Founded in 2002 with manufacturing locations in Arizona and Georgia, Bonded Logic is best known for its innovative natural … [More]
Celebrity Burger Concept Expands with Multiple New Restaurants in Phoenix Area
Bobby’s Burgers By Bobby Flay, the concept co-founded by renowned chef Bobby Flay, announced a multi-unit franchise agreement to expand its presence in Arizona, with all locations planned for Maricopa County. The new deal comes from franchisee and veteran restaurateur Joe Sample, who recently opened his first Bobby’s Burgers location in Orem, Utah, in December 2024. Sample’s … [More]
