Recently, more companies have fallen victim to what is known as “business email compromise” (BEC) scams. The Federal Bureau of Investigation defines a business email compromise scam as a sophisticated email fraud scheme through which a fraudster contacts businesses and individuals to unlawfully obtain money. The common fact pattern is this: A fraudster hacks into an entity’s … [More]
HonorHealth Named Primary Clinical Partner for New ASU School of Medicine
Arizona State University and HonorHealth, a locally owned nonprofit health system, announced today that they have finalized an agreement for HonorHealth to serve as the primary clinical affiliate for ASU’s School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering, a central component of ASU Health. Driven by a mutual desire to advance health care through technology and humanity, … [More]
Fox Restaurant Concepts Brings Blanco to Peoria
Tacos, tequila and good times will soon be flowing in Peoria, as Blanco Cocina + Cantina announced today its newest location and first in the West Valley, will open on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at The Park at 83, steps away from the Peoria Sports Complex. One of the many popular brands under the Fox Restaurant Concepts umbrella, Blanco offers a vibrant twist on Sonoran-style … [More]
Chandler’s Everspin Partners on Lucid Motors’ Gravity Electric SUV
Everspin Technologies, Inc., the world’s leading developer and manufacturer of Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) persistent memory solutions, today announced that Lucid Motors will use its PERSYST MRAM in its recently released Gravity SUV. The MR25H256A, a 256Kb serial MRAM, was selected because it meets the AEC Q100 Grade 1 specification of -40C to 125C temperature … [More]
West Valley Development Teravalis Names Investment Industry Veteran COO for Phoenix Region
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. announced that Kate Kaminski has joined the company’s team at Teravalis™ as Chief Operating Officer for the Phoenix Region, under the leadership of recently appointed president Charley Freericks. A real estate and investment industry veteran Ms. Kaminski will help lead operations for the new Howard Hughes community in the Phoenix West Valley as … [More]
Arizona’s First Seafood City Supermarket Set to Make Waves at Chandler Fashion Center
Get ready for an exhilarating culinary journey as Chandler Fashion Center proudly announces that Arizona’s first Seafood City Supermarket will open its doors in 2025. This vibrant, 65,000+ square foot gastronomic paradise, renowned for its high-quality authentic Filipino specialties and diverse Asian offerings, will take residence on the upper level of the former Sears … [More]
Five Tips for Dealing with a Politically Charged Workplace
With over three decades of experiences in various sectors from Global 500 companies to non-profit and government organizations, we have observed that politics is often the most frequent topic of conversation among employees, second only to sports. In today's hyper-partisan political landscape, the workplace, once a sanctuary from societal divisions, is now an arena for … [More]
Arizona Saw the Fifth-Lowest Salary Growth in 2024
New data reveals which U.S. states have experienced the best wage growth in 2024. The research, conducted by AI productivity platform Plus Docs, examined statewide data on the average weekly wages from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The states with the highest percentage increase between March 2023 and March 2024 have been named in the top ten. Nebraska has … [More]
California Solar Services Co. Opens New Phoenix Facility
SolarTech, a leading provider of solar solutions for residential, commercial, and nonprofit clients based in San Diego, celebrated the grand opening of its Arizona location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Phoenix Vice Mayor of District 3, Debra Stark. This expansion marks SolarTech's commitment to bringing sustainable energy economic growth to the Phoenix … [More]
Main Street Uncertainty Reaches All-Time High, Says Survey
Small business optimism remains historically low in September
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose by 0.3 points in September to 91.5. This is the 33rd consecutive month below the 50-year average of 98. The Uncertainty Index rose 11 points to 103, the highest reading recorded. Fifty-one percent of owners reported capital outlays in the last six months, down five points from August. Meanwhile, the number of owners reporting … [More]
Amkor and TSMC to Expand Partnership and Collaborate on Advanced Packaging in Arizona
Amkor Technology, Inc. and TSMC announced that the two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate and bring advanced packaging and test capabilities to Arizona, further expanding the region’s semiconductor ecosystem. Amkor and TSMC have been closely collaborating to deliver high volume, leading-edge technologies for advanced packaging and testing of … [More]
Rise of Resenteeism: Two Thirds Are Unhappy in Their Job, but Refuse to Move
Almost two thirds of professionals in the USA have stated that their job doesn’t fulfill their expectations, however they have very little intention to leave in the coming year – due to the unstable economic environment. Of those who are unhappy in their current role – just a fifth have stated that they are actively looking to move, according to new research from global … [More]
Estrella Flourishing with Sale of 719 Homesites to Renowned National Homebuilders
Estrella, a large-scale master-planned community in the bustling West Valley, announced a significant milestone in its ongoing development. With the successful sale of 719 homesites within the vibrant villages of Lucero and Montecito, Estrella is flourishing and attracting national homebuilders. The recent sale of 508 homesites in the Montecito village is to national … [More]
Owners Committed to Maintaining Nostalgia of Beloved Scottsdale Neighborhood Diner
Randy’s Restaurant, the Scottsdale dining establishment at 7904 E. Chaparral Rd. that has been serving up delicious, hearty and budget friendly breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes since 1981, is celebrating the one-year mark of its new ownership. Bradley and Amber Deane purchased the restaurant in September 2023 and are committed to maintaining the nostalgia of this beloved … [More]
CRE Investment Co. Completes Rail-Capable Industrial Project in Surprise
Dallas-based Mohr Capital announced the completion of West Summit at Surprise, a 707,380-square-foot, Class A industrial development in Surprise, Arizona. The project sits on almost 47 acres with sought-after rail access to metro Phoenix’s rapidly expanding BNSF Railroad network. “Many distribution, manufacturing and logistics companies require rail access for their … [More]
Land and CRE Consulting Firm Acquires 600 Acres; Plans Build-for-Rent, Light Industrial, Data Center
Arizona Land Consulting, the Valley’s leading, female-owned real estate consulting firm, announced its purchase of 600 acres in Pinal County. The newly acquired property considered the “Gateway into Casa Grande,” located on the I-10/Florence, marks the first purchase since the firm’s recent record-breaking $136 million closing, a 240% return for its investors in two … [More]
Agency Holding Co. Announces New Social Media Content Lab
The Harkey Group, a powerhouse holding company, announces its brand new social media content lab: Reactr. Reactr offers quick-twitch content for brands to create at the speed needed to be relevant in today's dynamic social media landscape. Based in-house, the content lab specializes in engaging social first and share-worthy content with quick turnarounds. The lab forgoes … [More]
New Exciting Culinary Pop-Up Experience Announced, New Concept to Follow
After delighting guests with its unique Italian fare for nearly a year, The Rosticceria officially closed its doors over the weekend. But when one door closes, another door opens. Chef Joey’s The Mexicano is taking over the restaurant space while the team puts the finishing touches on the original location, at 4801 E Cactus Road, which remains closed since a kitchen fire in … [More]
