It’s been one year since President Biden signed the CHIPS and Science Act into law, launching the most significant industrial policy initiative in a generation. In addition to the much-discussed manufacturing boom the law incentivized, we also stand on the cusp of America’s next big innovation boom. Powered by the promises of the CHIPS Act, Intel is doubling down on research … [More]
Burger Joint Expands with Buckeye as 15th Arizona Location
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers, Arizona’s ‘Neighborhood Burger Joint,’ opens Fri., Aug. 11, on the northeast corner of West McDowell Road and North Verrado Way, in the former Verrado Community Welcome Center, 1915 North Verrado Way, Buckeye, AZ 85396. This is the 15th location of the ever-popular Arizona eatery, which earned two ‘best burger’ recognition this year. Barrett … [More]
KORE Power Announces Agreement for Domestic Battery Delivery in 2025 as Arizona Facility Comes Online
KORE Power, Inc. has been selected by Energy Vault to deliver domestically produced batteries starting in 2025, when phase one of the KOREPlex facility in Arizona comes online. The Master Supply Agreement announced this week outlines an initial delivery capacity of 1.3 GWh in 2025, ramping up to 7 GWh in 2027 as KORE’s domestic battery production expands. “Energy Vault is … [More]
Locally Owned Medical Spa Brings Aesthetic Services to Scottsdale This Fall
Derma Health Skin & Laser will open its first location in Scottsdale this fall. Locally owned and operated since 2004, Derma Health will offer its medical-grade aesthetic services at its newest clinic located off Shea and the 101 near Frys and At Home. “We are very excited to bring our skilled medical professionals and aestheticians to Scottsdale,” said Trish Gulbranson, … [More]
Tempe Awards Nearly $225,000 in Arts Grants to Local Nonprofits and Artist Collectives
The Tempe community can expect to see a calendar full of exciting, inclusive arts and culture programs this year thanks to a $225,000 investment from the City of Tempe. This week, Tempe awarded 35 arts grants to nonprofit organizations and artists collectives that present arts and culture programming. The funding supports a wide variety of activities, from theatre groups to … [More]
Food and Beverage Co. Strikes First-Ever Partnership with Sports Teams to Refine Fan Experience, Food and Drink
The Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury announced a transformative new partnership with Oak View Group’s (OVG) food and beverage division, OVG Hospitality, to redefine the overall fan experience at all Suns and Mercury games, as well as concerts and live events. OVG’s first-ever partnership with an NBA and WNBA venue, this groundbreaking deal further expands the best-in-class … [More]
Chemical-Logistics Co. Announces Plans to Build Semiconductor Chemical, Gas Distribution and Warehouse Facility in Casa Grande
NRS Logistics America, a leading chemical-logistics company providing transport, storage and distribution, and asset leasing services for the chemical and industrial markets, announced today plans to build a semiconductor chemical and gas products distribution and storage facility in Casa Grande, Arizona. The first phase of the facility is expected to be operational in Q4 2024, … [More]
Lucid Announces Production Specifications for World’s First Luxury Electric Super-Sports Sedan
Lucid Group, Inc., setting new standards for luxury electric experience with the Lucid Air, winner of the 2023 World Luxury Car Award, today unveiled the final production specs for the highly anticipated Lucid Air Sapphire. As the ultimate fusion of leading-edge technology, refined design, and on-road versatility, the Air Sapphire elevates electric performance to new heights — … [More]
Business Accelerator Nonprofit Expands to Arizona, Helping Businesses Get Their Start
Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll), a nonprofit organization whose mission is to accelerate economic and social impact through inclusive entrepreneurship, today announced the launch of its first fully virtual business accelerator program to help reach its goal of serving 50,000 entrepreneurs by 2030. Piloting in Arizona, California and Texas in January 2024, this initiative is … [More]
Carvana Launches New Car Value Tracker Tool for Everyone
Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, has today debuted Carvana Value Tracker, a free tool to quickly obtain a vehicle valuation, and track a vehicle’s value against evolving market conditions. Carvana Value Tracker is a unique tool that leverages Carvana's ability to instantly generate unique, real values for millions of vehicles. By using … [More]
Small Business Owners Continue to Manage Challenging Economic Environment in July
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased 0.9 of a point in July to 91.9, marking the 19th consecutive month below the 49-year average of 98. Twenty-one percent of owners reported that inflation was their single most important problem in operating their business, down three points from June. “With small business owners’ views about future sales growth and business … [More]
Bye-Bye Boss: Why Good Employees Leave and What to Do about It
“I can’t take it anymore! We’re short staffed, I’m killing myself to hold it together, nobody says thank you, so goodbye! Life is too short for this. I can work somewhere else.” “I was doing just fine working from home. Now they’re making us go back. Call me crazy, but spending three hours in the car doesn’t excite me. I’m updating my resume this afternoon.” “I’m not … [More]
Mastering Video Content Marketing: Preparation, Positioning, and Punch
Video content marketing is about story. The videos you create — live or recorded — must be in service of this story. Your video content marketing (in support of your digital content strategy) includes how you show up on video meetings, the video shorts you post, even the production value of your video e-learning modules. It addresses the question of whether you need to be on … [More]
American Red Cross Announces New CEO for Region
Edgar R. Olivo will be joining the Arizona and New Mexico American Red Cross team as the next Regional Chief Executive Officer. Edgar brings valuable experience to the Red Cross, having served as a dedicated board member for the Central and Northern Arizona chapter since 2021, actively contributing to humanitarian causes. “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Edgar on the … [More]
Piper Trust Helps Maricopa County Nonprofits Meet Fluctuating Challenges
Piper Trust’s nearly $34 million in grant support during the 15 months ending March 31 speaks to the return of investing in the community through both its application-based and Trust-initiated philanthropy. This two-pronged grantmaking approach follows more than two years of the Trust’s almost singular focus on addressing the significant, multifaceted challenges related to the … [More]
Goodwill Opens New High School Campus for Adults
Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona unveiled the campus of its brand-new Papago Excel Center, a tuition-free, public charter high school for adults, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning. The nonprofit broke ground on the Papago Excel Center last year, but due to supply chain issues and construction delays, Goodwill moved to a temporary school for its first … [More]
Arizona Economic Development Sets New Records, Projecting 24,246 New Arizona Jobs
Arizona economic development efforts continue to break records and earn international attention. During the 12-month fiscal period that ended June 30, 2023, the Arizona Commerce Authority and local economic development agencies successfully worked with companies that committed to creating a projected 24,246 new Arizona jobs with an average wage of $71,893. Those companies also … [More]
Luxury Homebuilder Reports New Spike in Out-of-State Buyers, Several Communities Nearly Sold Out
Custom Home Builder of the Year Cullum Homes is proud to announce the luxury builder is almost sold out and down to its final remaining homes for sale in several of its marquee communities. The Scottsdale-based builder is currently finishing construction on its final two remaining model homes for sale at the Village at Mountain Shadows. Nestled at the base of the Valley’s … [More]
