Wamba Technologies, a think tank consisting of leaders in the online gaming industry, is excited to announce the appointment of Aaron Thibault as oversight for its upcoming esports venture, Gamers Oasis. This key addition comes as they move to launch their Gamers Oasis platform which allows gamers to compete for real money directly from their mobile devices. Thibault began … [More]
Nonprofit Reopens Renovated Stay Facility at Phoenix Children’s
Following more than a year of extensive renovations, parents of children receiving treatment at Phoenix Children’s now have access to both overnight accommodations and a new Day Use program at the Cambridge House on the hospital’s campus. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central and Northern Arizona celebrated the grand re-opening of its Cambridge House on Wednesday, … [More]
Albertsons Files Lawsuit Against Kroger for Breach of Merger Agreement
Albertsons Companies, Inc. filed a lawsuit against The Kroger Co. in the Delaware Court of Chancery, bringing claims for willful breach of contract and breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing arising from Kroger’s failure to exercise “best efforts” and to take “any and all actions” to secure regulatory approval of the companies’ agreed merger transaction, as was … [More]
Phoenix Real Estate Professionals Offered Alternative to National Association of REALTORS
Realty ONE Group International, a modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brand and one of the fastest-growing franchisors in the world, has created a program through which Phoenix, real estate professionals can choose to affiliate with the National Association of REALTORS(R), (NAR), or to operate independently of the U.S. trade organization. Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, real estate … [More]
Dental Industry Staffing App Announces New Partnerships, Supports Self-Employed Dental Professionals
Toothio, the leading digital staffing marketplace for the dental industry, today announced new platform features and partnerships designed to help self-employed dental hygienists, assistants, and office staff thrive. Founded to connect qualified professionals with private dental practices and Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) in a tightening labor market, Toothio is … [More]
In Revenue Capital Backs Nurture Boss in Series A, Driving AI Innovation in Multifamily Housing
In Revenue Capital, the first operator-immersive capital firm focused on early-growth investing, today announces it has joined a $4.025 million Series A funding round for Nurture Boss, a rapidly growing company with an advanced AI solution for the multifamily housing sector. Led by AZ-VC and with participation from current investor PHX Ventures, the investment will equip … [More]
Next-Generation Datacenters Consume Zero Water for Cooling
This summer, we released our Datacenter Community Pledge, detailing our commitment to the local economies and communities in which we operate our datacenters. Protecting local watersheds is an important part of this pledge — especially in areas where water stress is growing. Beginning in August, Microsoft launched a new datacenter design that optimizes AI workloads and … [More]
Small Business Optimism Jumps Above 50-year Average
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose by eight points in November to 101.7, after 34 months of remaining below the 50-year average of 98. This is the highest reading since June 2021. Of the 10 Optimism Index components, nine increased, none decreased, and one was unchanged. Following last month’s record high of 110, the Uncertainty Index declined 12 points in November to … [More]
Creative Group Announces Bold Rebrand
Manley Creative, a full-service agency specializing in video production and digital marketing, marks a new era by unveiling a full brand redesign that includes a modernized color palette, logo and website redesign, and sharp creative that will be executed across a multitude of mediums. Manley Creative's decision to rebrand is led by Founder and CEO Jim Manley, who launched … [More]
High-Tech EMS Fitness Studio Launches First West Valley Location
OHM Fitness, the innovative electro muscle stimulation (EMS) fitness concept, announced the opening of its first West Valley location in Peoria's The Shops at Lake Pleasant at 25738 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy. The 2,200-square-foot studio marks the beginning of a larger expansion plan in the West Valley. Since its soft opening on November 11, the studio has attracted nearly 200 … [More]
Renovations, New Tenants Coming to Broadway Mesa in Mesa Asian District
Long-time Valley commercial real estate owner Mekong Real Estate Investment Group has secured the first of several anticipated new lease commitments at Broadway Mesa, a 183,535-square-foot retail center slated for a major renovation in the heart of Mesa, Arizona’s popular Asian District. Located at 1920 W. Broadway Rd., at the northeast corner of Dobson and Broadway roads, the … [More]
Arizona’s Largest Real Estate Crowdfunding Co. Acquires Distressed Property in Central Phoenix
Neighborhood Ventures, Arizona's largest real estate crowdfunding company, announced its latest acquisition, Venture on Colter (formerly known as Thom Slate on Colter), a 123-unit multifamily property located in Central Phoenix near Grand Canyon University and I-17. This acquisition underscores NV's commitment to identifying value-add opportunities in high-growth areas while … [More]
Animal-Health Technology Co. Unveils Expanded Pharmaceutical Compounding Facility in Phoenix Area
Covetrus, a global leader in animal-health technology and services, announced the grand opening of its expanded, cutting-edge, 50,000 square-foot pharmaceutical compounding facility located at 2401 West Grandview Road, Suite 100, Phoenix, Arizona. The new facility, which is expanding by nearly 25,000 square feet, significantly enhances Covetrus' pharmacy capabilities, … [More]
First Tempo by Hilton in Phoenix-Metro Anchors New Mixed-Use Development
VIVO Development Partners has broken ground on the dual-branded Tempo by Hilton and Homewood Suites by Hilton at Gallery Park in Mesa. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on December 5, marked a significant milestone in the realization of Gallery Park, an emerging mixed-use destination in the heart of Mesa’s Gateway Employment Area. The groundbreaking event was notably … [More]
CRE Association Elects New Officers and Board for 2025, Celebrates Members with Annual Awards
BOMA Greater Phoenix (Building Owners and Managers Association), the industry group that advances the commercial real estate industry through advocacy, influence, and knowledge, is ending the year on a high note, electing its 2025 officers and board members and hosting its annual Awards Gala. Kathryn Rhinehart, CMP, RPA, LEED GA, with NAI Horizon, will serve her second term … [More]
Brand New Luxury Apartment Home Community Debuts as a Key Piece of Developer’s Peoria Place Master Plan
Greystar, a global leader in the investment, development, and management of real estate, including rental housing, logistics, and life sciences, has announced that it will begin pre-leasing for Marlowe Peoria Place, the luxury apartment home community that acts as a key piece of Greystar’s Peoria Place master plan, in January 2025. Marlowe by Greystar provides suburban … [More]
Seven Piper Fellows Selected for Their Leadership and Impact in Maricopa County
Seven dynamic Maricopa County nonprofit leaders were selected for Piper Trust’s 2024 Class of Piper Fellows. The Fellows are: Tami Bohannon, president and CEO, Foundation for Senior Living (headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, and serving communities statewide). Ellen Conn, general manager, Childsplay (offering performances and educational experiences at theaters, schools, … [More]
WESTMARC to Host Annual Governor’s State of the State Address Luncheon at Phoenix Raceway
The Western Maricopa Coalition, WESTMARC, the West Valley regional economic development and policy convener is set to host Governor Hobbs on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 as she delivers her annual State of the State Address to business, government, education and non-profit leaders in the West Valley. An expected audience of 550 leaders will learn about the Governor’s … [More]
