The Heard Museum announced the opening of its newly re-imagined Heard Museum Shop at a gala celebration on Saturday, Oct. 26. The renovation elevates the retail experience for acquiring authentic works of Native American art in Phoenix and enhances the shop’s existing reputation as a stand-alone shopping destination. Every dollar spent in the Heard Museum Shop will continue to … [More]
Barrett-Jackson Is Gearing Up for the 2025 Scottsdale Auction January 18-26
Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is gearing up for the ultimate kickoff to 2025 with the annual Scottsdale Auction, January 18-26 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. The annual nine-day automotive lifestyle event has become the season opener for the collector car hobby, featuring a docket filled with the world’s most coveted collectible vehicles and … [More]
B2Gnow Announces Promotion of New COO
B2Gnow, the leading provider of supplier diversity, prevailing wage labor compliance, and grant management solutions, announced today the appointment of Aimee Escobar as Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Escobar brings expertise and proven leadership to her new role. Over the past two years as Vice President of Customer Success, she played a pivotal role in driving business … [More]
APS Secures Largest-Ever Energy Supply to Reliably Serve Customers and Growth
Enough electricity to power nearly 1.4 million air conditioners at the same time
Arizona Public Service (APS) has signed agreements to add new energy supplies to its energy mix – APS’s largest-ever planned addition of new power sources. In all, APS will add nearly 7,300 megawatts (MW) of renewable power, battery energy storage and natural gas to meet the state's growing demand for energy. Picture this, that’s enough electricity to run nearly 1.4 million air … [More]
SweetLeaf’s Parent Co. Acquires Canada’s Drizzle Honey
Expands Brand’s Natural Sweetener Portfolio and Leverages Growth in Honey Category
Wisdom Natural Brands, parent company of the SweetLeaf® brand of natural sugar substitutes, today announced the acquisition of Canada-based Drizzle Honey, a provider of sustainably sourced raw and superfood honey products. The transaction adds a complementary line to Wisdom's natural sweetener portfolio and opens the door for U.S. distribution of Drizzle products at a time of … [More]
Willmeng Announces 100% Employee-Owned Firm, 100th Arizona ESOP Milestone
Willmeng, one of the largest, privately-held commercial general contractors in Arizona, announced it has transitioned to become an 100% employee-owned firm, launching an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), making it the 2th largest Arizona-based employee-owned general contractor and No. 8 among all construction-related ESOP firms. The announcement was made to the entire … [More]
Using Listening to Increase Presence and Evolve Your Leadership
Being present in today’s world is more difficult than it has ever been before. Everyone is constantly bombarded by emails, text messages, social media, news, advertisements, and all the other distractions of the modern world. A lack of presence, especially in leadership, can often lead to poor communication; a lack of rapport with those around you; and volatility, … [More]
TSMC and Arizona Leaders Announce New Semiconductor Career Pathways
Reinforcing a commitment to invest locally in new pathways into the semiconductor industry, today TSMC Arizona was joined by Governor Katie Hobbs and Mayor Kate Gallego to announce the expansion of its Registered Technician Apprenticeship program. This announcement comes at the start of National Apprenticeship Week, and alongside a one-day Governors Apprenticeship Innovation … [More]
Phoenix among North America’s Top 30 Tech Hubs, Says Report
Tempe remains the Valley’s premier tech submarket
Phoenix ranks among the top North American tech markets for office leasing activity this year, registering gains in both office rents and tech jobs,, according to CBRE’s annual Tech-30 report. Phoenix proved to be resilient even though it posted negative net absorption, a proxy for office demand, from last year's third quarter to this year's second quarter. Net absorption … [More]
Banner Health Names New CEO of Tucson Hospitals
Banner Health has named Alison Flynn Gaffney, FACHE, as chief executive officer of Banner – University Medical Center Tucson and Banner – University Medical Center South, effective Dec. 2. “We’re excited to have Alison at the helm of two hospitals that have been integral to the Tucson community for decades,” said Todd Werner, president of acute care delivery for Banner … [More]
SRP and EDP Renewables Announce New Energy Storage System to Support Increasing Energy Demand
Salt River Project (SRP) and Flatland Storage, a subsidiary of EDP Renewables North America have entered into an agreement to provide 200 megawatts (MW) of new energy storage to Arizona's grid. The Flatland Energy Storage Project will be a 200 MW/800 megawatt-hour battery energy storage system located near Coolidge, Arizona. The project will utilize lithium-ion technology, … [More]
Airline Expansion Adds Flights from Sky Harbor and Mesa Gateway among 44 New Nonstop Routes
Allegiant Travel Company announced 44 new nonstop routes, including eleven routes to three new cities: Gulf Shores, Alabama, Colorado Springs, Colorado and Columbia, South Carolina. To celebrate this significant expansion, the company is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $39. The new route to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) will include … [More]
Phoenix-Based Engineering Firm Purchases 20K SF Scottsdale Building for New Corporate Headquarters
Meade Engineering, a leading engineering firm providing a broad range of design and commissioning services, has purchased a building in north Scottsdale and will move the company headquarters once renovations are completed. The 20,000 square foot north Scottsdale building is located just west of State Route 101 on Princess Boulevard, at 17785 N. Pacesetter Way, and sits on … [More]
AvAir Is Climate Neutral Certified, a First for Aviation Co. Like Theirs
AvAir, a leading inventory solutions provider in the aviation aftermarket is proud to announce it is officially Climate Neutral Certified. AvAir joins the growing movement of companies achieving the Climate Neutral Certified standard, the first company in the aviation industry, by measuring 12 months of greenhouse gas emissions, taking action on reduction plans, and … [More]
Chef and Restaurateur Set to Open His Latest Concept
Named after the patron saint of wine vintners, Saint Urban (8260 Hayden Rd Suite A-100) is a stylish, elevated neighborhood wine bar set to open November 22nd in the heart of Scottsdale’s McCormick Ranch neighborhood. Led by chef/owner Christopher Collins, Saint Urban joins his popular restaurant lineup at the Mercado at Hayden shopping center: Collins Brothers Public House, … [More]
SRP Honors 12 Arizona Businesses Driving Sustainable Change Across the Valley
Salt River Project (SRP) recently honored 12 businesses whose participation in SRP’s Business Solutions Program is driving sustainability across Arizona. From energy efficient building upgrades and demand response programs to equipment electrification and solar charging, the winners of the 11th annual Champions of Sustainability are raising the bar on environmental stewardship … [More]
CHIPS Incentives Award TSMC Arizona $6.6B to Secure U.S. Leadership in Advanced Semiconductor Technology
Friday, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce awarded TSMC Arizona Corporation (TSMC Arizona), a subsidiary of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC), up to $6.6 billion in direct funding under the CHIPS Incentives Program’s Funding Opportunity for Commercial Fabrication Facilities. The award comes after the previously … [More]
Gearing Up for 2025? 10 Strategic Planning Pitfalls to Avoid
Common strategic planning traps—and how to sidestep them
As executives gear up for the 2025 strategic planning season, the process can feel like a balancing act. Developing a strategic plan that both drives meaningful change and satisfies stakeholders is a complex task, made even more challenging by the fast-evolving landscape of marketplace needs, industry trends, and technological advancements. However, many leaders unknowingly … [More]
