Lucid Group, Inc., maker of the world's most advanced electric vehicles, announced it has joined with critical mineral producers Alaska Energy Metals, Graphite One, Electric Metals, and RecycLiCo, to help accelerate the development of domestic critical mineral resources and the procurement of these minerals for use in automotive manufacturing by U.S.-based automakers and Tier 1 … [More]
Valley Law Firm Expands Western Presence with Colorado Partnership
Fennemore, one of the nation’s fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms, is joining forces with Denver-based Galvanize Law, a leading construction law boutique, effective October 1, 2025. This move expands Fennemore’s construction capabilities across the Western U.S., reinforcing the firm’s longstanding presence in Colorado and deepening its commitment to serving clients in an … [More]
Taking a Fresh Look at the Need for Target-Specific Advertising
Advertising pixels had a good run. While the run isn’t over, it’s certainly slowed down in a world where web users can opt out of re-targeting. Considering all the work cookies did on behalf of marketers, an old-school approach is needed to recapture the data lost whenever someone opts out on their browser. Although contextual targeting for web marketers offers a realm of … [More]
East Valley Banking Operations Platform Expands Offerings with Acquisition
Kinective, the leading banking operations platform provider that transforms how financial institutions operate, connect, compete and thrive, today announced its acquisition of Janusea, a modern integration technology leader that unlocks innovation for financial institutions through simplified connectivity of fintech applications to core banking systems. The … [More]
Study Highlights $2T Deposit Shift toward Fintech and High-Yield Options
A new study from Cornerstone Advisors, a leading provider of business and technology consulting services for banks, credit unions, and fintech firms, estimates that more than $2 trillion has moved out of traditional financial institutions and into fintech investment and high-yield savings accounts in the past few years. The research, Stemming the Deposit Outflow: … [More]
Scottsdale Firm Secures 5 Patents to Mine on Moon
LH3M has reached a defining milestone: the issuance of five U.S. patents covering the full architecture for detecting, extracting, and refining helium-3 from the Moon. As the only company exclusively focused on this mission, LH3M has positioned the United States at the forefront of the most pivotal energy and computing frontier. The U.S. is running out of … [More]
Valley Startup Poised to Enter $21B Influencer Marketing Industry
Social Strudel announced the public relaunch of the first platform to gamify micro-influencer marketing, emerging from private beta with enhanced features that give brands full control over creator advocacy. The global influencer marketing industry, valued at $21.1 billion in 2023, continues shifting toward authentic micro-influencer partnerships, and Social Strudel's … [More]
Residential Real Estate Holds Steady in Greater Phoenix
Greater Phoenix’s residential home sales in June boasted a 3% increase in closed sales, a 12% jump in listings and just a 3% drop in pending sales, according to the latest year-to-date single-family market data from Phoenix REALTORS. “While June numbers were better than expected, it’s important not to get ahead of ourselves by thinking the market is bouncing back,” said … [More]
Sundt Construction Set to Build Largest Apache Junction Industrial Building
Sundt Construction, Inc. received zoning approval at the Tuesday, July 15 Apache Junction City Council meeting to construct a 65,000 square foot manufacturing facility. The new industrial building will be the largest in Apache Junction and is expected to bring approximately 100 jobs to the city. Sundt is currently in escrow to purchase this 36-acre parcel located west of the … [More]
Queen Creek, Buckeye Unveil New Water Source through Transportation Order
The Arizona Department of Water Resources finalized a Transportation Order approving the importation of groundwater from the Harquahala Groundwater Basin to the City of Buckeye and Town of Queen Creek. This first-ever transportation approval from ADWR creates a new water source opportunity that will add to Arizona’s diverse and robust water portfolio. The City of Buckeye and … [More]
Home Inventory Hits 5-Year High as Price Cuts Surge
Slower demand from buyers has more homes for sale now than at any time since 2019, according to the latest market report from Zillow. With homes lingering on the market and less competition for them, a long-anticipated balance of power between buyers and sellers looks to have finally arrived. Price cuts are most common among Sun Belt and Mountain West markets that witnessed … [More]
Copper State Credit Union Names New Chief Financial Officer
Copper State Credit Union announced the appointment of Joel A. Gallon, CPA, as its new chief financial officer. With over 25 years of experience in financial services and a deep commitment to community-focused banking, Gallon brings a wealth of expertise and a people-first philosophy to the role. “Joel brings a rare combination of financial expertise and a deep understanding … [More]
East Valley Mixed-Use Development Marks 100% Occupancy, Strong Lineup of New and Upcoming Tenants
Vestar, a privately held shopping center owner and manager in the western United States, has announced that Vineyard Towne Center in Queen Creek is now 100% leased, with a strong lineup of new and upcoming tenants ready to meet the needs of this rapidly growing community. A 145,000-square-foot Target is on track to open this October, joining a strong mix of upcoming tenants … [More]
Western Alliance Taps J.P.Morgan Exec as Incoming CFO
Western Alliance Bancorporation announced a planned transition in the Chief Financial Officer position, with Vishal Idnani joining the Company to assume the role of CFO and Dale Gibbons transitioning to a new leadership position focused on the Company’s organic deposit strategy. Idnani will become Chief Financial Officer effective January 2, 2026, reporting to Western Alliance … [More]
Valley-Based Bank to Retire Six Division Bank Brands, Bringing Alignment
Western Alliance Bank unveiled plans to unite all of the Bank’s divisions under the Western Alliance Bank brand. By year-end, six division bank brands – Alliance Association Bank, Alliance Bank of Arizona, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank and Torrey Pines Bank – will take on the Western Alliance Bank name. The Bank’s AmeriHome Mortgage subsidiary and its … [More]
Valley Culinary Co. Secures 15-Year Deal to Expand ASU Hospitality
Steve Short Culinary Team, provider of chef-driven service and hospitality innovation, announced a landmark 15-year partnership with Aramark that significantly expands its presence at Arizona State University. This agreement builds upon SSCT’s 22-year legacy of serving the ASU community and reflects a deep alignment between two organizations that share a commitment to … [More]
$200M AI-Powered Defense Factory to Bring 350 Jobs to Mesa
Hadrian, the advanced manufacturing company building AI-powered factories for America, announced plans to establish a large-scale manufacturing and software hub, known as Factory 3 in Mesa, Arizona. The 270,000-square foot facility represents a $200 million investment, which will support raw materials to complete mission-critical systems. Expected to be fully operational in … [More]
Iconic PV Resort Announces $24M Renovation to Transform Luxury Well-Being Experience
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa announced a $24 million transformation of The Spa at Camelback Inn that will redefine the resort’s luxury well-being experience in Paradise Valley, Ariz. As one of Arizona’s most renowned wellness destinations and original full-service resort spas, the reimagined Spa at Camelback Inn is set to debut in January 2026, offering … [More]
