In honor of the humble domain name turning 40 this month, a new survey by GoDaddy asked consumers to spill the tea on what they consider red and green flags when it comes to a business's domain name. Although different generations had varying opinions, they all agreed on two things: size and spelling matter. In the latest GoDaddy Consumer Pulse* survey, an overwhelming … [More]
Local Businesses Invited to Help Celebrate 602 Day
As the Phoenix community prepares to celebrate 602 Day on Monday, June 2, local businesses and organizations are invited to get in on the fun and participate in the planning. Annually, the City of Phoenix partners with local establishments to offer discounts and deals, or host events that promote community spirit and honor 602 as the City’s most historically significant area … [More]
Arizona’s International Trade Reaches Record Levels
Growing international partnerships lead to historic job numbers, investment in Arizona
International trade and investment continue to fuel new economic opportunities across Arizona, new data shows. Arizona’s international trade reached a record $74.4 billion in 2024, Governor Hobbs announced during her International State of the State Address on Thursday. Exports by Arizona companies rose to $32.2 billion, an 11.6% increase from 2023, and more than five times … [More]
Arizona Water Company Celebrates 70 Years as a Proud Community Partner
Arizona Water Company is celebrating 70 Years of serving Arizona customers and communities, providing services to more than 300,000 customers in 30 communities across the state. (historical photos are attached, photo credit: "courtesy of Arizona Water Company") Arizona’s second largest private water provider celebrates 70 years of delivering exceptional service to communities … [More]
Bold New Strategies for Empowering Women in Leadership, Urgent Call for Change
Organizations must transform to meet the increasingly complicated demands of today’s business climate, observes Duygu Alptekin Gürsu, a world-renowned executive coach with nearly three decades of experience. Competencies such as empathy, collaboration and development of others (at which women naturally thrive) are desperately needed in high-level leadership positions, and yet, … [More]
Construction Co. Completes 219-Unit Luxury Multifamily Development in Tempe
Construction is completed at Nollie, a 219-unit luxury multi-family development in Tempe, Arizona. McShane Construction Company delivered the project on behalf of repeat client Milhaus. The Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) development is positioned on a 4.5-acre site and is composed of two four-story wood frame buildings. "We are proud to have partnered with … [More]
Sonoran ‘Live Fire Fare’ Restaurant Concept Opens in Tempe
The Sonoran live fire concept, Glenrosa, is set to open on April 5th at Grass Clippings Rolling Hills in Tempe. Glenrosa’s casual yet thoughtful menu puts guests in the heart of Sonora; think family-style platters with ribeye, tortillas, roasted vegetables, rice, and beans, along with tacos, salads, and salsas. These all pair with Glenrosa’s beverage program, where cocktails … [More]
Notable Phoenix Marketing Firm Goes Hollywood
O.H. Partners, Matter, MONOGRAM, and Reactr Agencies will continue to serve clients worldwide
The Harkey Group, a holding company composed of four unique businesses, announces its expansion across the U.S. with its official Los Angeles office opening at 1800 Vine Street. The Harkey Group already has offices in both Phoenix and Las Vegas, but as the entity continues to cement its growing influence across the region, an additional presence was warranted. Last year, the … [More]
Home Prices Remain Near Record High, Metro Phoenix Unaffordable
ATTOM, a leading curator of land, property data, and real estate analytics, today released its first-quarter 2025 U.S. Home Affordability Report showing that median-priced single-family homes and condos remain less affordable in the first quarter of 2025 compared to historical averages in 97 percent of counties around the nation with enough data to analyze. The latest trend … [More]
Established Service Provider to Introduce Electronic Monitoring Technology across Arizona
SuperCom, a global provider of secured solutions for the e-Government, IoT, and Cybersecurity sectors, announced it secured a new contract with a leading Arizona-based service provider that delivers evidence-based treatment and rehabilitative services to individuals involved in the criminal justice system. This agreement marks SuperCom's strategic entry into Arizona, its … [More]
CopperPoint Names New President & Chief Operating Officer
CopperPoint Insurance Company, a leading provider of workers' compensation and commercial insurance solutions operating in 21 states, announced the addition of Kellen Booher to the company's executive team as President & Chief Operating Officer. Booher, who will start on March 31, joins from Chubb where he was most recently Executive Vice President and Head of Consumer … [More]
Sprouts Farmers Market Doubles Down on New NIL Deals across Women’s Sports
Sprouts Farmers Market announced a deeper commitment to its trailblazing program, PowHERed by Sprouts, with the addition of eight new individual Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deals with female college athletes. As the college sports and NIL landscape continues to evolve, Sprouts remains a leader as the first natural grocery retailer to make a commitment to sponsor women’s … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Health Club Announces Newest Queen Creek Center
Land acquisition will soon bring a new Mountainside Fitness health club to Queen Creek, Arizona, a community recently ranked as the third fastest-growing large city in the United States. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, Mountainside Fitness currently operates 21 high-end health clubs across metro Phoenix, serving more than 150,000 members. Its new Queen Creek location will sit … [More]
Phoenix Opens ‘Flagship’ Housing Facility
The City of Phoenix, RPM Team and Sprung Structures are announced the grand opening of the Phoenix Navigation Center – the City's flagship and largest housing facility, designed to provide immediate and transitional solutions for people experiencing homelessness. "This center will have ample space for people to live and work on the things they need to work on to end their … [More]
Historic Restaurant Celebrates Next Chapter, Announces New Owners
One of Arizona’s most historic establishments, Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, is starting a new chapter by welcoming new co-owners, Jim “Z” and Kris Ziebart of Carefree. Longtime co-owners Bill and Marie Vale have passed the torch to the Ziebarts, who are excited to join co-owners Danny and Meri Piacquadio in continuing Harold’s success while honoring the history and culture that … [More]
Work Completed on Outdoor Addition to Historic Piper Writer’s House at ASU
Willmeng Construction recently completed renovations at an Arizona State University landmark, the historic President’s Cottage which housed ASU presidents from 1907 to 1959. The house is now the Virginia G. Piper Center for Creative Writing. The Willmeng team led construction of a large, outdoor covered patio which provides the fondly referred to Piper Writer’s House with space … [More]
Lottery Courier Service Expands Lottery Online Ordering to Arizona
TheLotter US has expanded its lottery courier service to Arizona, following launches in New Jersey and New York just last year. With this latest addition, TheLotter US now operates in five states, including Oregon, and Minnesota. A world of lottery convenience has just landed for Arizona residents. After TheLotter Arizona went live on March 13, Yael Hertz, CEO of TheLotter … [More]
Robotic Process Automation Raising the Bar on Manufacturing
RPA in manufacturing 2025: uses cases, trends and predictions
For decades, manufacturing companies have been striving for greater operational efficiency and looking for new ways to reduce manual labor, not only on the factory floor but also in the back office. The implementation of robotic process automation (RPA) technology has enabled companies to achieve administrative workflow optimization that previously were unattainable and thus … [More]
