Phoenix ranks No. 20 overall in CBRE’s 2025 Scoring Tech Talent report, as tech talent hiring in North America slowed despite strong growth in artificial-intelligence specialty talent, according to a new report from CBRE. Phoenix saw strong tech talent job growth from 2021 to 2024, expanding its tech talent labor pool by 5.6% to 102,540 people. From 2021 to 2023, the city … [More]
Gilbert-Based Construction Co. Names President
Gilbert-based construction company, Benson Construction, INC., announced the appointment of Courtney Dunlap as President. In his new role, Dunlap will oversee strategic growth initiatives, operational efficiencies, and client relationship development as the company continues to expand its footprint across the Southwest. As President, Dunlap will focus on enhancing … [More]
Arizona Major Events Host Committee Rebrands, Formalizing Global Event Bid Strategy
Arizona Major Events Host Committee announced it has rebranded as the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance, formalizing Arizona’s position as a national and global leader in attracting, planning and hosting world-class events. The Alliance will continue to serve as Arizona’s front door for all major sports, entertainment and commercial events, carrying forward the state’s … [More]
Arizona Cardinals Pen Multi-Year Partnership with Avnet
The Arizona Cardinals Football Club and Avnet, a global technology solutions leader headquartered in Phoenix, have agreed to a multi-year partnership. This collaboration brings together two Arizona-based organizations that share a commitment to community and education. A significant part of the relationship is investment in initiatives that uplift and empower communities … [More]
Scottsdale Restaurant Concept Set to Debut Location in Florida
Buck & Rider, the acclaimed seafood-driven concept from Scottsdale, Arizona, announced its first expansion outside of the Southwest. The new location is slated to open in late 2026 in the prestigious Waterside Shops in Naples, Florida. This marks a momentous milestone for the restaurant and its parent company, Hi Noon Hospitality, as they bring their celebrated cuisine to … [More]
Valley Law-Firm Continues Expansion with Coeur d’Alene Office
Fennemore, one of the fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms in the U.S., is marking another milestone in its 140-year history with two new offices and expanded services in Idaho. The moves underscore the firm’s rapid expansion in high-growth markets where economic and business opportunities are reshaping client needs. “Idaho is a natural next step for Fennemore. It’s one of the … [More]
Gilbert’s First Garage-Style Apartment Community Debuts with 257-Unit Alta 87
National multifamily developer Wood Partners has expanded its presence in Phoenix with the opening of Alta 87 in Gilbert, Arizona, a suburb southeast of the city. This marks the company's third community in the region and the Town's first with a structured parking garage. Alta 87 is now leasing, offering two months of free rent along with other exclusive specials. "The … [More]
Canadian Buyers Pull Back from U.S. Market, Trend Aligns with Tariff Timeline
According to the latest report by Redfin, he number of Canadians searching for U.S. homes started dropping significantly in February, when the White House implemented 25% tariffs on imports from Canada. The steepest decline was a 34.2% year-over-year drop in April, the month the Trump administration announced its global tariff policy. The declines have shrunk since then … [More]
LEGO Selects Tempe to Anchor US Consumer & Shopper Support
The LEGO Group has opened its new Consumer and Shopper Engagement office in Tempe, Arizona with a ribbon cutting to mark the opening of a new base in the Greater Phoenix area. From here, the award-winning CSE team will continue to support LEGO® fans across the United States, answering questions and helping make their building experiences even more enjoyable. Monika … [More]
Carvana Partners with NBA Hall-of-Famer on Marketing
Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, announced a first-of-its-kind integrated brand partnership with basketball Hall of Famer, entrepreneur, and cultural icon Shaquille O’Neal, launching with the debut of the world’s first AI-powered Shaqbot. Designed to make car shopping simpler, easier, and more fun, Shaqbot brings Shaq’s signature voice, … [More]
35+ Miles of Fiber Coming to Goodyear to Fuel West Valley Data Hubs
Light Source Communications, a provider of secure, scalable, reliable connectivity on state-of-the-art dark fiber networks, announced it is expanding its Phoenix network by 35+ route miles in the Goodyear area as the region continues to see a boom in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML) and other high-performance computing (HPC) … [More]
Six Phoenix Communities Included in $1.1B, 15-Property Multifamily Deal
JLL's Capital Markets Group announced that it has arranged a $1.1 billion, 15-property, national multi-housing portfolio venture located in six states. JLL worked on behalf of the owner, Sunroad Enterprises, to capitalize the portfolio with Fairfield, who was awarded the portfolio through a targeted marketing process. Additionally, JLL also arranged $415 million in financing … [More]
Kitchell Rallies Teams for 36 Community Projects, Celebrating 75 Years in the Valley
Marking its 75th anniversary, Kitchell is honoring the vision of founder Sam Kitchell with a month-long Founder's Day campaign, powered by the Kitchell Foundation and employees across four states. Launched on the National Day of Service (Sept. 11) and continuing throughout the month, this year's program spans 36 events in four states—demonstrating the company's enduring … [More]
Chamber Summit Honors Standouts in Policy Wins, Workforce and Collaboration
The Arizona Chamber Executives, managed by the Greater Phoenix Chamber, recently held its annual conference in Flagstaff, where nearly 100 chamber executives and staff members gathered for professional and community development and to celebrate excellence in the chamber industry. At the event, outstanding chambers and individuals who have made significant contributions to their … [More]
Fully-Leased Industrial Hub Changes Hands in West Valley
Wilson Investment Properties announced the acquisition of Mountain Vista Commerce Center, a three-building industrial/flex complex located at 14647 S. 50th Street in Phoenix’s Southwest Valley. The ±134,713-square-foot property offers high-quality small-bay industrial space in the heart of the Silicon Desert, one of the fastest-growing industrial sub-markets in the … [More]
Black Rock Coffee Bar Listing as “BRCB”, Confirms IPO Pricing
Black Rock Coffee Bar, Inc. announced the pricing of the initial public offering of 14,705,882 shares of its Class A common stock at a price to the public of $20.00 per share. Black Rock Coffee Bar has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 2,205,882 shares of its Class A common stock at the initial public offering price, less underwriting … [More]
Tokyo Trade Office Aims to Fast-Track Market Access for Arizona Firms
Governor Hobbs and the Arizona Commerce Authority announced the opening of a new Arizona Trade and Investment office in Japan. The new office, a part of the Arizona Commerce Authority, is located in Tokyo, Japan, and will serve as a platform to increase economic collaboration and foreign direct investment opportunities between Arizona and Japan, one of Arizona’s largest trading … [More]
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: What Business Owners and Operators Need to Know
On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) was signed into law. The sweeping piece of legislation included an array of provisions that impact both individuals and businesses. If you’re a business owner or leader, it’s important to understand what these changes could mean for you. For many businesses, the OBBBA changes how certain expenses are taxed. Specific … [More]
