OneAZ Credit Union is proud to announce $130,000 in Legacy Grants awarded to three dynamic Arizona nonprofits — JobPath, Change Labs, and Startup Tucson — all dedicated to advancing economic empowerment and entrepreneurship across the state. These grants will fuel programs that help individuals and entrepreneurs overcome barriers, build skills, and create long-term financial … [More]
Credit Union Invests $130K in Grants to Strengthen Arizona’s Workforce and Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Arizona among Top 5 States Showing Peak Interest in Startup Events
Study reveals that Arizona has shown the third-most interest in startup events in the United States. The research by the live event registration & management software company In The Room analyzed startup event data via Eventbrite, calculating upcoming startup events per million residents to identify the states where Americans show the highest interest in entrepreneurial … [More]
Global Chemical Supply Co. Opens Semiconductor-Focused Manufacturing and R&D Center
Moses Lake Industries, a global leader in advanced performance chemical solutions for the semiconductor industry, announced the grand opening of its new 50,000-square-foot manufacturing and research facility in Mesa, Arizona. Powered by nearly a hundred million dollars in strategic investment, this state-of-the-art facility reinforces MLIs commitment to advancing cutting-edge … [More]
Regional Freeway Program Sets Plan for Future Development
Shorter commute times, reduced congestion, and enhanced safety are just a few of the benefits drivers on Valley freeways will see thanks to the regional freeway program. The Freeway Life Cycle Program is funded in part by Maricopa County’s dedicated half-cent sales tax for transportation. Approval of the program establishes priorities and sets schedules for major freeway … [More]
Q1 Arizona Economic Insights Findings Released, Likely Higher Risks Seen for Q2
The Greater Phoenix Chamber and BOK Financial have released the First Quarter Arizona Economic Insights Dashboard findings. This enhanced tool provides access to real-time, interactive data updates on Arizona’s ever-changing economic landscape. The public can access detailed insights into key indicators such as unemployment, GDP, job projections, population changes, average … [More]
National Dealership Conglomerate Expands Local Holdings with Avondale Acquisition
Ken Garff Automotive Group announces the acquisition of Gateway Chevrolet, the largest Chevrolet dealership in Arizona, located in Avondale. The store will now operate as Ken Garff Gateway Chevrolet. This strategic expansion reinforces Ken Garff’s commitment to growth in high-performing markets and brings its hallmark customer-focused approach to even more Arizona car buyers, … [More]
Arizona Public Universities Launch The Next Wave of Women Engineers
Arizona’s public universities are driving the state’s rise as a national hub for engineering and technology talent. With Arizona among the fastest-growing states in the nation and demand accelerating across the semiconductor, health care and tech sectors, Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona are producing skilled graduates who are … [More]
Mayo Clinic Arizona Announces Lung Transplant Program
Mayo Clinic in Arizona announced it has added lung transplantation to its nationally recognized solid organ transplant program. The program delivers world-class care to critically ill patients battling end-stage lung disease who need a lung transplant to survive and restore their quality of life. The new Arizona Lung Transplant Program in Arizona offers a multidisciplinary … [More]
Utility’s Largest Joint Renewable Project Enters Commercial Operation Phase
BrightNight, the next-generation power and digital infrastructure company built to deliver clean and dispatchable solutions, its joint venture partner Cordelio Power, and the Southwest Public Power Agency, Inc., announced the commercial operation of the Box Canyon Solar Project. The 300-megawatt utility-scale project, located in Pinal County, Arizona, about six … [More]
Home Sales Slide as More Markets Lose Momentum
Zonda's May 2025 New Home Market Update shows we've moved from a market where consumers have few housing options, to one where they are spoiled for choice. On the resale front, supply has notably increased with 60% of the top markets boasting more inventory than in 2019. The rental market — particularly in Sunbelt areas — has also seen a surge in new apartments, which has meant … [More]
Fully Integrated Startup Manufacturing Hub and VC Accelerator to Launch in Tempe
Startup Central is set to open a 75,000-square-foot manufacturing and innovation hub in Tempe, Arizona, this September. With $1 million in pre-seed funding recently secured, the hub will serve as the first technical VC accelerator and fully integrated startup manufacturing space in the U.S. Designed by builders, for builders, Startup Central offers the space, equipment, and … [More]
Renewable Energy Co. Expands to East Valley with Mesa Acquisition
SOLV Energy announced the acquisition of Spartan Infrastructure, a high-voltage transmission contractor based in Mesa, Arizona. The acquisition represents a significant expansion of SOLV Energy's capabilities in the transmission and distribution sector and positions the company to play a diversified role in meeting the growing demand for resilient power infrastructure across … [More]
Arizona Steel Co. Expands into Steel Decking with New Manufacturing Facility in Goodyear
Steel industry innovator Brandon Bell, founder of Next Level Steel and Roll Former Solutions, has officially launched his newest venture, Next Level Decking. The Arizona-based company enters the market with a high-tech manufacturing facility in Goodyear and a mission to revolutionize commercial steel decking across the Southwest with faster lead times, superior service, and … [More]
Delta Dental Contributes $1.8M Through Community Giving, Impacting More Than 400K Individuals
The Delta Dental Institute released its 2024 Community Impact Report highlighting the philanthropic investments that Delta Dental companies made last year to support the oral and overall health of communities across the country. According to the report, Delta Dental of Arizona contributed $1.8 million, positively impacting 426,166 people across the state’s 15 counties. “Delta … [More]
Chamber Announces Recipients for 2025 Excellence in Business Awards
The Greater Phoenix Chamber has selected five Business of the Year recipients for its inaugural Excellence in Business Awards (formerly the IMPACT Awards), which recognize companies that demonstrate excellence in economic growth and business leadership, community impact and social responsibility, and workplace and cultural excellence. "The Greater Phoenix Chamber has a … [More]
Membership-based Care Provider Expands Presence in Metro Phoenix
MDVIP, the leading provider of membership-based healthcare, is expanding its network of primary care doctors in the Phoenix metropolitan area with two new affiliated practices led by experienced physicians Jason Heavens, MD, in Tempe and Donald Opila, MD, in Scottsdale. Dr. Jason Heavens, a board-certified family physician with over 25 years of experience in … [More]
Tempe Engineering Co. Opens Manufacturing Facility in Guadalajara, Expands Footprint
Tempe based Benchmark Electronics, Inc. a global provider of engineering, design, and manufacturing services, celebrates the grand opening of its brand-new manufacturing facility in Guadalajara, Mexico. Located in the Parque Industrial San Jorge in Tlajomulco, the 321,000-square-foot facility expands Benchmark’s manufacturing footprint in the region by 50%, consolidating … [More]
Greater Phoenix Residential Home Sales Buck National Trends
In May 2025, Greater Phoenix broke from the national mold in residential real estate performance as single-family home sales outperformed those nationwide, according to Phoenix REALTORS® data. Across the United States, in year-to-date comparisons with 2024, the National Association of REALTORS® reports that median home sales prices are down 0.6%, new listings have decreased by … [More]
