Sweetmore Bakeries announced that it has completed an acquisition of Azteca Bakeries, a wholesale manufacturer of authentic Mexican pastries and baked goods based in Phoenix. The acquisition of Azteca will add to the already expansive set of premium products offered by Sweetmore Bakeries across retail and foodservice channels. Azteca is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, … [More]
Chicago-Based Specialty Bakery Co. Acquires Phoenix Mexican Pastry Manufacturer
Strategic Addition to Sweetmore Portfolio Expands Business into New High Growth Category
Amid TikTok Ban Uncertainty, Users Are Flocking to RedNote: The Plot Twist No One Expected
As the clock ticks down to January 19, 2025, the fate of TikTok in the U.S. hangs in the balance. The Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling any day now on whether TikTok will be banned in the United States, leaving millions of users, brands, and influencers in limbo. But while the legal process plays out, an unexpected trend is taking shape: TikTok users are flocking to … [More]
Expansion of Shopping Center Brings New Wellness Studios to Glendale
YAM Properties is expanding its Glendale shopping complex Citadelle Center with three new wellness and retail tenants heading into the new year: The Foundry Yoga, Rejuvenate Mind Body and Bella Lily Bridal. “We’re thrilled to elevate the Citadelle Center with upscale wellness and retail options for customers,” said Marta Kenny, director of operations for YAM Properties. “Each … [More]
EVENT – Jan. 23: AI/Tech Talks at Thunderbird – Monthly Series
AI/Tech Talks at Thunderbird - Monthly Series - January 2025 Date and time Thursday, January 23 · 1:15 - 2:45pm MST Location Thunderbird School of Global Management 401 North 1st Street Room 331 Phoenix, AZ 8500 Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes Tentative Agenda: 1:15 – 1:30 PM - Lunch - refreshments will be … [More]
Survey Finds 1 in 4 Hiring Managers Say Recent Grads Are Unprepared for the Workforce
Negative perceptions of recent college graduates persist, with concerns about work ethic, preparedness, and professionalism
Intelligent.com, a platform dedicated to helping young professionals navigate the future of work, has released findings from a December 2024 survey examining hiring managers’ attitudes toward recent college graduates. The survey of 1,000 U.S. hiring managers involved in entry-level recruitment reveals significant skepticism about recent grads’ readiness for the workforce, with … [More]
Two Fox Restaurant Concepts to Open at Tempe’s Novus Place
Fox Restaurant Concepts is kicking off the new year with two highly anticipated debuts at Novus Place in Tempe, bringing fresh, feel-good food alongside vibrant Sonoran-style Mexican cuisine. Flower Child will open its doors on Feb. 4, followed by Blanco Cocina + Cantina on Feb. 5. Flower Child and Blanco will stand side by side, offering Novus Place visitors everything from … [More]
Credit Union Makes over 900 Refurbished Laptops and PCs Available to Employees, Nonprofits
In 2024, Arizona Financial Credit Union made a significant community impact by donating over 920 refurbished laptops and PCs to local nonprofits and the credit union’s employees. These donations not only support the missions of the chosen nonprofit organizations but also contribute to reducing electronic waste, showcasing the credit union’s dedication to sustainability and … [More]
Scottsdale Recovery Center Opens New C.A.R.E Academy
Scottsdale Recovery Center announced the recent licensing of its C.A.R.E academy program, a new initiative dedicated to supporting holistic health and advancing health equity through community-centered resources. C.A.R.E. Academy stands for Community, Accessibility, Resources, and Education, and offers a comprehensive set of services designed to address social determinants of … [More]
Arizona CEO Appointed to Federal Reserve Bank Board
Delta Dental of Arizona announced its president and chief executive officer Michael Jones has been appointed to a two-year term on the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s Los Angeles Branch Board of Directors. As part of the U.S. central bank, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco covers the Twelfth District’s nine western states—Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawai’i, … [More]
Partnership Brings New Dual-Branded Hotel to CityNorth Master Plan
LaPour Partners and Holualoa Companies closed on the land and secured planning approval for a new dual-branded AC Hotel by Marriott and Element by Westin. The 8-story development will feature 240 guest rooms with 5,700 square feet of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. The AC Hotel by Marriott will offer 142 guest rooms, and Element by Westin will offer an additional 98 … [More]
