The Richman Group Development Corp. announced the appointment of Abby Perez as Director of Development for the Richman Group of Arizona, strengthening the company's affordable and multifamily development platform across Arizona and the Southwest. Based in Arizona, Perez will lead development initiatives across the state while supporting The Richman Group's strategic … [More]
The Hidden $15B Market Powering the Modern Internet
For years, the technology world obsessed over cryptocurrencies, NFTs, SPACs, and AI startups raising hundreds of millions of dollars before shipping a product. Meanwhile, one of the largest infrastructure markets on the internet matured with almost no public attention. The global secondary market for IPv4 addresses is now worth an estimated $15 billion. Until … [More]
Tempe-Based AI Giant to be Acquired in $3.1B Deal
Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Cognite Holding B.V., a leading provider of industrial data and AI software, in an all cash transaction valued at $3.1 billion. Industrial AI is shifting from supporting analytics to executing operations, from describing what … [More]
NASA, SBA Partner to Steer Capital to Space Innovation
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) establishing a strategic partnership to strengthen America’s commercial supply chain by expanding private investment in innovative small businesses. “To meet President Trump’s objective of securing American leadership on every … [More]
Chandler Defense Manufacturer Expands Production to Ohio
Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company announced the expansion of its production capabilities to a manufacturing site in Solon, Ohio. The new facility is part of the company’s planned expansion to meet growing demand for precision energetics and safety systems in the Defense and Space industries. The Solon facility will create 75 new positions and become PacSci EMC’s … [More]
Valley-Based HR Technology Firm Launches New Benefits Advisory Service
PrismHR, a Vensure Employer Solutions company and the leading HR technology software innovator for service providers across the U.S., announced the launch of PrismHR Insurance Advisory & Benefits Services, a new offering designed to help human resources outsourcing providers (HROs) and service providers deliver smarter, more strategic benefits programs through a unified, … [More]
Healthcare Co. Names New CEO for Arizona Orthopedic Network
Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company (HOPCo), a global provider of musculoskeletal value-based care and practice management, announced the appointment of Ashley Vertuno as Chief Executive Officer of its Arizona Market, effective July 1, 2026. In her new role, Vertuno will oversee The CORE Institute and The CORE Institute Specialty Hospital (CISH) – both in Phoenix – and … [More]
SRP, NAU Partner to Pilot New Wildfire Monitoring Technology
Salt River Project and Northern Arizona University are installing new wireless moisture sensors designed by a company called Growvera to improve how wildfire risk is monitored in the Tonto National Forest. This is the first utility installation of this technology in the country. Fuel moisture is one of the most important indicators of wildfire danger, but today it is … [More]
MAG Names New Regional Chair, Other Board Officers
Buckeye Mayor Eric Orsborn was elected as chair of the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Regional Council today during the agency’s annual meeting. As the agency’s new chair, Orsborn said his top priority is to ensure strong regional coordination and responsible stewardship of the voter-approved Proposition 479 funding. Mayor Orsborn previously served as MAG Vice … [More]
Beauty Brand Adds Phoenix Franchise as Valley Growth Continues
Blo Blow Dry Bar, North America's original blow dry bar franchise, has signed a franchise agreement in Phoenix, as the brand continues its expansion across North America. This agreement comes at a time when Arizona is recognized as one of the country's fastest-growing states for franchising, making it a strategic market for Blo's continued expansion efforts. Local … [More]
