Today in Arizona, the state is home to more than a half million small businesses — including my own company, based in Glendale. Statewide, small businesses account for more than four out of 10 workers. Small businesses help rev up the state’s economy, we create jobs and we help make the Valley’s neighborhoods more vibrant. This is not easy work, but in running a small business, … [More]
Hiring Individuals with Disabilities Can Be a Smart Move
Small businesses are finding it difficult to hire talented workers. Hiring a disabled individual can help a business meet their talent needs while also strengthening their competitive edge. Hiring an individual with a disability, allows a business to expand its pool of talent, create a culture of diversity, meet their workforce needs, foster creative business solutions, and … [More]
Dips in March Home Sales and Prices Point to Stronger Potential Ahead, Says Report
News that Maricopa County led the nation in population growth last year bolstered Phoenix REALTORS expectations for solid sales through the rest of 2023. March residential real estate numbers are showing stable and slight upswing potential, according to a recent report from Phoenix REALTORS. “We’re in a unique situation in Maricopa County. Nearly 200 people daily are moving … [More]
Utah-Based Private Aviation Co. Launches at Scottsdale Airport
SkyShare, a full-service private aviation company, announces its official launch in Scottsdale, bringing the most cost-effective, approachable, and transformational on-demand luxury air travel to the Valley. The company was first founded in a single office in 2009 in Ogden, Utah as CB Aviation, then added fractional and charter operations in 2018. Since then, SkyShare quickly … [More]
A New Destination for Live Jazz, Wood-Fired Tapas and Handcrafted Cocktails Opens Downtown
Pa'La Downtown is proud to announce the opening of their new lounge, The Lounge at Pa'La, on Wednesday, April 19th, from 5 pm to 9 pm. The lounge will feature a live jazz band and complimentary Japanese and Mediterranean-inspired wood-fired tapas and drinks, showcasing the unique style of cooking by Chef Jason Alford. The Lounge at Pa'La is designed by restaurant designer … [More]
Sam Fox’s Pizza and Rotisserie Chicken Restaurant Prepares to Take Flight in North Central Phoenix
After launching the first-ever Doughbird in Arcadia in 2016, Sam Fox is ready to roll out a second Phoenix location of this popular spot in fall 2023, but this time with an expanded menu and an even bigger and better bar program. Doughbird will open its third location in Tucson in May, only a few months after a rockstar opening in Nashville. And now, Doughbird is ready to … [More]
Arizona Gives Day Generates $5.1M for Nonprofits Statewide
Arizona residents donated more than $5 million to more than 875 Arizona nonprofits as part of the 2023 Arizona Gives Day, preliminary results show. With this year’s preliminary total, Arizona Gives Day has now generated nearly $42 million for Arizona nonprofits over the past decade. The event, which is presented by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits + Arizona Grantmakers … [More]
What the Google Analytics 4 Transition Means to You
The transition from Universal Analytics to Google Analytics 4 on July 1 has broad consequences for users of Google’s popular digital tracking platform. As of 2022, Google has the largest market share (30 percent) of any online data provider. The consequences of the transition are so broad, not every business will share the same concerns. Here are the basics to know, a few of … [More]
Combat Ongoing Inflation with These 5 Money-Saving Tips for Consumers
Even as the overall inflation rate has fallen, prices remain elevated across the economy, putting continued pressure on Americans’ budgets. These ongoing inflationary struggles have consumers on the hunt for ways to stretch their dollars. “We may not control inflation, but that doesn’t mean we’re completely helpless in our high-price environment,” said Amy Maliga, … [More]
Smaller Deals Lead Q1 Phoenix Office Leasing, Favoring Spec and Sublease Space
Three quarters of all office lases signed in metro Phoenix in Q1 2023 fell in the sub-10,000-square-foot range, according to the latest market report released by the Phoenix office of JLL. The activity demonstrates a continued preference for smaller speculative suites and plug-and-play sublease space – both office solutions that provide greater flexibility as tenants and … [More]
CRE Co. Is Empowering Others with Series of Panel Discussions
Evolve Ventures, a commercial real estate firm founded by two industry leaders, hosted an April 13 panel discussion, Modern Networking: Using Your Personal Interests to Build Relationships and Seal Deals. Evolve Ventures’ managing principals, Amy Malloy and Heather Personne, have focused on thinking, acting and transacting differently since founding their firm four years … [More]
Third-Party Logistics Providers Lead the Way in Big-Box Warehouse Leasing Activity in Phoenix
The Phoenix metro is one of the fastest-growing industrial markets in North America due to increasing demand for big-box (200,000 sq. ft. or larger) warehouse space, according to a new report from CBRE. With a growth rate of 14.3% in 2022, Phoenix ranks as the top growth market in North America. The Valley’s industrial market continues to be driven by a diverse set of … [More]
New McCormick Ranch Eatery Set to Open
A new neighborhood restaurant and market is coming soon to McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale. Amelia’s by EAT is set to open its doors early June, serving local and organically sourced menu offerings, scratch made cocktails, wine, bakery items, coffee and artisan market goods. Amelia’s by EAT, named for founder Stacey Weber’s grandmother, promises to be an extension of all that … [More]
Mayo Clinic Breaks Convention to Usher in Future of Innovation with New Ad Campaign
Mayo Clinic launched its latest advertising campaign, inspired by the innovation, technology and patient-centric care that has secured its standing as the No. 1 hospital in the nation for the past seven years, according to U.S. News & World Report. "With this new campaign, we aim to reinforce that transformation isn't just a vision at Mayo Clinic, it's what we're doing … [More]
Investment Group Set to Break Ground on One of the Largest Industrial Parks in Arizona History
Dermody Properties, a national private equity real estate investment, development and management company focused exclusively on the logistics real estate sector, is set to break ground on Phase I of LogistiCenter℠ at Copperwing, commencing construction for one of the largest business parks in Arizona history. LogistiCenter℠ at Copperwing is located at the Northern Parkway … [More]
New York-Based Tech-Enabled Real Estate Co. Expands to Arizona, Welcomes Local Brokerage
Compass, Inc., a leading tech-enabled real estate brokerage, announced today that Launch Real Estate has joined the firm. Launch is an independent and agent-owned full-service brokerage based in Scottsdale, AZ, where it is #1 producing independent office in Scottsdale with just over 300 agents. "We are excited to welcome Launch to the Compass family as we continue to grow … [More]
Why AI Won’t Replace Your Creative Agency
There have been many theories about how AI models such as ChatGPT, OpenAI and Bard will impact the future of work — and, ultimately, the future of humanity. Will these AI models make life easier, or will they replace human work altogether? There’s no doubt AI will change … something. But as a marketing agency owner, I see AI impacting my business immediately. What good is … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Health and Wellness Co. Names New COO
Plexus Worldwide (Plexus®), one of the largest direct selling health and wellness companies in the world, has named Mike Beardall as its new Chief Operating Officer. With more than 25 years of strategic leadership experience in the nutrition and wellness space, Beardall has joined the C-Suite to grow Plexus and ensure its financial strength and operational efficiency. He will … [More]
