The City of Phoenix, in partnership with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council and other regional partners, welcomes SEMICON West – the world's premier microelectronics industry conference – to the Phoenix Convention Center on October 7-9. After being held for decades in San Francisco, Phoenix will now play host to the event on a rotating basis, with it scheduled to return in … [More]
ACA & ASU Partner on Six-Week Hybrid Startup Accelerator
The Arizona Commerce Authority and Arizona State University’s Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute announced the launch of the Fall 2025 Cohort of Venture Start, an accelerator designed to equip early-stage entrepreneurs with the tools and community needed to grow their ventures. The Fall 2025 Cohort sessions will be held beginning October 28, 2025. Launched in … [More]
Scottsdale Builder Expands Offerings with Solar-Integrated Duplexes and Condos
Solar Home Builders has expanded its residential offerings with the addition of new duplexes, condominiums, and a range of solar-enhanced home designs. This broadened portfolio underscores the company's commitment to creating diverse housing solutions using their Patented Energy Glass Solar that integrate renewable energy directly into their architecture. The expansion … [More]
Valley Property Managers Merge, Growing Combined Portfolio to 10+ Million SF
Capital Asset Management and Phoenix-based MODE Commercial Property Management have joined, combining teams and portfolios to strengthen their footprint in the Southwest and expand their medical, office and industrial portfolio under the Capital Asset Management brand. The merger builds on Capital Asset Management’s established expertise in retail, office, association and … [More]
Rezoning Paves Way for Next Phase of a 20,000-Acre Goodyear Master-Planned Community
In a transformative decision that sets the stage for the next chapter of growth in the master-planned community of Estrella, the Goodyear City Council voted unanimously (7-0) to approve the rezoning request for the Estrella 14 Planned Area Development. The approval marks a significant milestone for Estrella Development Company and the City of Goodyear, paving the way for a … [More]
Biltmore Adds New HQ for Builder Serving Logistics and Advanced Manufacturing
MYCON General Contractors, Inc., an award-winning commercial contractor with roots in Dallas since 1987, announced the relocation of its Arizona office from Queen Creek to Phoenix’s vibrant Biltmore Area. This move highlights MYCON’s growth and success since launching Arizona operations in 2022 and positions the team in a central location to better serve clients across the … [More]
Roosevelt Row Adds New 10,000SF Brewery; Grand Opening Set
Roosevelt Row officially has a new gathering place: Formation Brewing, now open at 925 N. Fifth Street. The locally rooted brewery invites guests to experience craft beer, inventive food and community in one of Phoenix’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Formation will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 8, with live music, giveaways, food and drink specials, and … [More]
Creative Tech Firm Expands with New HQ in Downtown Chandler
The Phoenix office of JLL has signed a 30,257-square-foot lease that relocates and expands the corporate headquarters of technology company Showit to downtown Chandler, Arizona. Founded in Santa Barbara, California, in 2006, Showit focuses on providing a no-code website building platform for creative entrepreneurs and website designers. With its new lease, the company joins … [More]
HomeSmart Names New President, Taps Seasoned Executive
HomeSmart, one of the nation’s fastest-growing real estate brokerages, announced the appointment of Stacey Onnen as president. Onnen is a seasoned real estate executive with more than 20 years of industry experience. She most recently worked in the legal technology sector and previously led a national initiative at Keller Williams. Earlier, she served as President at eXp … [More]
Suns and Mercury Ink $115M Arena Naming Rights Deal
The Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury and United Wholesale Mortgage, announced a 10-year, nearly $115 million dollar naming rights partnership — one of the largest in the NBA and WNBA — to name the downtown Phoenix arena after UWM’s consumer-facing brand, Mortgage Matchup. The home of the Suns, Mercury and more than 100 sporting and entertainment events a year will now be named … [More]
Their Take: Disability-Inclusive Hiring Drives Real Economic and Social Gains
Savvy employers everywhere are elevating their workforce and simultaneously driving positive economic growth by hiring from the one in four adults in the U.S. who have some type of disability. The benefits of enhancing your team with an array of abilities are well known, but there are still some misconceptions about hiring from that 25% pool. The Department of Economic … [More]
GENIUS Act Sets Rules for Stablecoins, Promising Quicker, Lower-Cost Payments for SMBs
Stablecoins are digital tokens designed to maintain a stable value by being backed by assets such as U.S. dollars or government bonds. This summer, the GENIUS Act became law and requires stablecoin issuers to be licensed, audited and backed by safe assets. Regulations will roll out over the next 12 months, with full implementation no later than January 2027. Under the GENIUS … [More]
Scottsdale Firm Partners with Operator on 154-Unit Mesa Acquisition
Elevest Capital, a privately held real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily assets, announced the closing of Fund 61, completed in partnership with Rise48 Equity through the acquisition of a 154-unit Class B+ apartment community in Mesa, Arizona. The transaction strengthens their presence across the Sunbelt and underscores its commitment to growth in dynamic, … [More]
Cox Employees Fund $540K for STEM, Sustainability Projects, and Family Stability
Some in the philanthropy world are calling it a generosity crisis with fewer Americans donating to nonprofits. Cox, however, is helping to bridge the gap, increasing Arizona grants to at least $10,000 and some to $20,000. Cox employees, who fund Cox Charities through personal contributions, have raised $540,000 this year for nonprofits in the communities where they live and … [More]
Sundt Names CEO amid Executive Chairman Transition
Sundt Construction, Inc., one of the country’s largest general contractors, announced the promotion of Cade Rowley to President and Chief Executive Officer. Rowley, formerly President and Chief Operating Officer, succeeds Mike Hoover, who has transitioned to the role of Executive Chairman after serving as CEO since 2016. “Cade’s promotion to CEO is a milestone not just for … [More]
$4.3M Industrial Deal Brings New Manufacturing to West Phoenix
SVN | Desert Commercial Advisors announced the successful buyer-side representation in the $4.3 million acquisition of a well-positioned industrial property at 4002 N 36th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85019. The buyer, Hilton Cabinets, was represented by the firm’s AZ O/I Team: Justin Horwitz, Richard Lewis, Sean Alderman, and Jillian Moyer. The freestanding facility checked all the … [More]
$147M Acquisition Secures 1.25M SF Glendale Distribution Center for Major Discount Retailer
Full-service commercial real estate firm Lincoln Property Company announced the sale of a 1.25 million-square-foot, Class A industrial building within its award-winning Park303 logistics park to Dollar Tree, Inc., one of North America’s largest value retailers. Park303 totals 210-acres and 3.75 million square feet of industrial space along the Loop 303 at Glendale Avenue in … [More]
$1.5M Pledge Fuels Phoenix Children’s Suicide Prevention Expansion
Carlisle Companies Incorporated has pledged $1.5 million to expand Phoenix Children’s Suicide Prevention Program, strengthening efforts to identify and support youth at risk for suicide. This new commitment builds on Carlisle’s initial investment, which launched the program’s pilot phase in March 2023. Since its inception, Phoenix Children’s Suicide Prevention Program has … [More]
