Transact + CBORD, an award-winning leader in innovative higher education, healthcare and senior living technology, announced the appointment of Greg Brown as Chief Executive Officer, beginning January 5, 2026. The company also revealed it will rebrand as Illumia in March 2026. Greg Brown is a veteran SaaS leader with more than 25 years of experience guiding technology companies … [More]
Tempe Lands Global Headquarters as Industrial AI Co. Shifts Base to Arizona
Cognite, a global leader in Industrial AI, announced the official grand opening of its new global headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. The relocation from Oslo, Norway marks a milestone in the company's growth strategy and underscores its commitment to the North American market. The move will create more than 100 new jobs in the Phoenix area, bringing valuable employment … [More]
Celebrity Chef’s Sauce Line Launches with National Distribution from Arizona Retail Partner
James Beard Award-winning celebrity chef Scott Conant, celebrated for his soulful approach to Italian cooking in acclaimed restaurants around the world and longtime judge on Food Network's "Chopped," debuts MARTONE STREET™, a line of premium tomato sauces that bring restaurant-quality flavor to home kitchens while paying tribute to the childhood home where his culinary journey … [More]
Marketing Firm Launches New Service to Boost Company Visibility in AI Search Platforms
Aker Ink PR & Marketing, a full-service agency helping businesses increase awareness, thought leadership and leads, has launched a new service to help organizations strengthen their visibility across artificial intelligence platforms – now the emerging first stop for consumers and professionals seeking trusted recommendations. The program leverages a proprietary generative … [More]
Preventive Health Platform Expands to 47 States with Lower-Cost Diagnostic Tiers
Geviti, the longevity and diagnostics platform enabling clinician-designed health insights through advanced biomarker analysis and real-time data, announced the rollout of its new Lite and Plus membership options and their availability in 47 states. Lite and Plus both provide members with access to Geviti’s high-fidelity diagnostics and data infrastructure without direct visits … [More]
Home-Services Franchise Names New CFO to Lead Next Growth Phase
Following a period of significant system-wide growth and continued investment in operational excellence, Re-Bath, one of America's largest bathroom remodeling franchises, has named Jack Jones as Chief Financial Officer. This move comes as the brand has solidified its leadership team in 2025, adding a new Chief Operating Officer, Vice President of Franchise Development, and … [More]
Nationwide Social Impact Incubator Installs New Chief Executive to Guide Next Chapter
SEED SPOT, a national social impact incubator supporting purpose-driven entrepreneurs, announced the appointment of Shannon McGhee as its next Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2025. McGhee joins SEED SPOT after more than a decade advancing equitable entrepreneurship, innovation, and community-centered economic development. Most recently, she served as Vice … [More]
Great Hearts Announces 25th Arizona Academy, Set Within Growing East Valley Community
Great Hearts Blossom Rock, opening Fall 2027, will bring nationally recognized, tuition-free classical education to the East Valley. Located in the community of Blossom Rock, near Eastmark, Great Hearts Blossom Rock will become Great Hearts 25th academy in Arizona, and welcome students in kindergarten through the elementary grades, with the potential to grow into upper grades … [More]
First Innovation Summit in Mesa Exceeds Expectations, Showcases Arizona’s Tech Momentum
Partnership for Economic Innovation, a passionate collective of business and community leaders dedicated to accelerating Arizona's economic opportunities, successfully hosted its inaugural Celebrating Innovation Summit on November 14 at Arizona State University's Media and Immersive Experience (MIX) Center in Mesa. Sponsored by ASU, City of Mesa, SRP, Empire Southwest, and … [More]
Key 8.9-Acre Site Sells in Buckeye’s Booming Jackrabbit Corridor
Kidder Mathews has brokered the $2,530,000 sale of an 8.9-acre commercial land parcel located at the southwest corner of Jackrabbit Trail and Encanto Boulevard in Buckeye, Arizona. Brian Rosella of Kidder Mathews represented the seller, Mountain States Exchange, LLC as Intermediary FBO La Familia Management, LLLP, in the exclusive listing assignment. The buyer was Rosemead … [More]
Arizona Breakfast Concept Hits 19 Locations with North Phoenix Opening
Local breakfast chain Over Easy is bringing its signature blend of modern diner fare and vibrant atmosphere to North Phoenix with the opening of its 19th location this weekend. Set to open its doors on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, the new restaurant is located at 2965 W. Dove Valley Rd. To celebrate, Over Easy will host a Welcome Weekend on Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7, … [More]
Phoenix Law Firm Enters Texas Market with San Antonio Combination
Fennemore, one of the fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms in the country, is expanding into Texas by joining forces with Schmoyer Reinhard LLP, a women-owned litigation and labor and employment firm based in San Antonio. Effective December 1, 2025, the move marks Fennemore’s first significant presence in Texas and grows its national footprint to 23 offices nationwide. Texas … [More]
Industrial Developer Expands into Phoenix, Taps Veteran to Lead Southwest Growth
Constellation Real Estate Partners, an investor and developer of logistics properties, announced that it expanded into metro Phoenix by opening an office in Scottsdale located at 15169 N. Scottsdale Road. Since founding in 2021, Constellation Real Estate Partners has built a pipeline of 24 projects, totaling 12 million square feet across key Sunbelt logistics markets. Sven … [More]
Report: AI Improved Speed, Not Satisfaction, in 2025 Holiday Shopping
Artificial Intelligence surged throughout the 2025 holiday shopping season, but consumers remain divided on its impact. New data from the Liveops 2025 Holiday AI & Customer Service Report shows that nearly 8 in 10 consumers (78%) have used AI or automation for customer service this season, and 73% say they’ve relied on it more than last year. Yet despite its ubiquity, only … [More]
Franchise System Appoints New President to Drive Operational Expansion
Grasons, a leading franchise brand specializing in estate sales and business liquidation services, announced the appointment of Brandon Ciaccio as Brand President. Ciaccio previously served as Vice President of Operations for The Brothers That Just Do Gutters, an Evive Brands company, where he played a key role in operational growth, system innovation, and franchise … [More]
Make-A-Wish Partnership Flourishes with More Than $20M Raised in Last Decade
Make-A-Wish announced major milestone in its partnership with Dave & Buster's, raising over $20 million and granting more than 2,500 wishes since their collaboration began in 2012. Over the past decade, this impactful relationship has brought hope, strength, and joy to thousands of children with critical illnesses across the country. Dave & Buster's launched its … [More]
What Is an Employer’s Responsibility if an Employee Is Cited with a DUI?
Arizona has some of the strictest DUI laws in the nation, designed to deter impaired driving and reduce alcohol- and drug-related crashes. Despite these efforts, the state continues to see rising fatalities linked to impaired driving. December is recognized as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, an initiative aimed at raising awareness during one of the deadliest times … [More]
Exhibition Uses Hands-On STEM to Spark Arizona’s Future Semiconductor Workforce
Semiconductor chips power everything, from Nintendo Switch games and TikTok videos to Mars rovers and virtual reality headsets, yet few understand how they work. That’s why ASM, a leading semiconductor equipment and process technology company, launched its "From Sand to Stars: A Semiconductor Adventure" exhibition at Arizona Science Center, which transforms the mysterious world … [More]
