You knew it from the beginning: Being an entrepreneur is no walk in the park. Hard work, hustle, and the occasional all-nighter come with the territory. But if “up to your eyeballs” has become your everyday reality, small business fixer Julie Bee says you’re headed for trouble. That way lies lower performance, poor decision-making, health issues (or health emergencies!), … [More]
Credit Union Announces Expansion in Greater Phoenix
Credit Union West is expanding its branch network from 12 to 14 locations by the end of 2025. The new branches will be located in Phoenix, Peoria, and Buckeye. The Biltmore branch is now open in the Camelback Corridor of Phoenix on 16th Street just north of Camelback Road. Two additional branch locations are in the development phase. The Lake Pleasant branch will be located in … [More]
Their Take: Why the 4th of July Is My Favorite Holiday
The meaning of Independence Day never ceases to amaze me. How a small group of rag-tag free spirits thwarted one of the most organized navies in the civilized world and created a country out of thirteen colonies really illuminates my imagination. It shows us that anything is possible with a burning desire to overcome great obstacles. We have built a company in a nation that … [More]
Newly Built Apartments Are Filling Up at the Slowest Pace since 2020
Less than half (47%) of newly constructed apartments that were completed in the fourth quarter were rented within three months, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s down from 60% a year earlier and is the lowest seasonally-adjusted share on record aside from the first quarter of 2020, when the onset of the pandemic brought … [More]
The Phoenix Symphony and Musicians Agree to New Contract
Agreement Supports Extraordinary Performances, Community Engagement, and Education Programs and the Symphony’s Role as an Innovative Leader
The Phoenix Symphony and its musicians, members of Professional Musicians of Arizona, American Federation of Musicians, Local 586, announced agreement on a new contract. The one-year agreement extends through November 1, 2025 and reflects a shared commitment to serving Arizona as the state’s largest performing arts organization. The agreement reflects a performance season of … [More]
Innovative Nonsurgical Spine Clinic Opens in Mesa
Escape Spine Surgery opened a state-of-the-art facility in Mesa marking a significant milestone in the evolution of spine health care. Spearheaded by Dr. James Adkins and Dr. Rafah Baig MD, Escape Spine Surgery aims to revolutionize the approach to spine conditions with a focus on innovative, nonsurgical solutions. Dr. James Adkins is a distinguished figure in … [More]
Their Take: The Power of Retail in Scottsdale
Whether it’s the therapeutic effects that release dopamine and make us feel good or the sense of accomplishment when we find the perfect gift for someone, shopping is not only a favorite pastime of U.S. residents, but also visitors coming from far and wide. In fact, shopping is the No.1 activity for Scottsdale’s 9.6 million U.S. visitors, and it is hugely popular with the … [More]
Federal Infrastructure and Inflation Reduction Bills Continue to Benefit Region
Millions of dollars in increased funding to the region results in notable projects
The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Regional Council received an update this week on the impact two federal pieces of legislation are having on the region in funding major transportation infrastructure and environmental projects. In 2021, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was signed into law. The IIJA reauthorized the surface transportation program … [More]
Goodwill to Open First Store in Downtown Phoenix
Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona is opening the first store in downtown Phoenix on Friday, July 5. Spanning nearly 16,000 square feet, the new store, which is the historic former Firestone Building, is located at 310 W. Van Buren St., at the corner of 3rd Ave. and Van Buren St. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 8:45 a.m., and the first 150 people in line … [More]
Arizona’s Second Largest Catering Company Expands, Eyes Rapid Growth
Arizona’s second-largest catering company, Atlasta Catering has rebranded with a new parent company, Steve Short Culinary Team (SSCT), to better represent the wide variety of industry-leading services it offers as it continues to thoughtfully grow and expand after 45 years. Founded in 1979 in Phoenix and led by second-generation Chef/COO, Steve Short and his wife and CEO, … [More]
Peoria Townhome Community Installs New EV Chargers in Every Garage
Haven Townhomes at P83 in Peoria recently added electric vehicle (EV) chargers to each resident garage to make the community more ecofriendly. The community, managed by Bryten Real Estate Partners, installed 163 Wallbox Pulsar Plus charging stations in every detached garage for convenience and sustainability. The Wallbox Pulsar Plus charger they selected is compatible with … [More]
California-Based Menswear Co. Opens Its First Arizona Location in Scottsdale
Men who appreciate quality clothing that is both comfortable and stylish have an exciting new option at Scottsdale Fashion Square with the introduction of another first-to-market retailer. Premium menswear retailer True Classic is now open in the shopping center’s newly renovated south wing. California-based True Classic makes everyday essentials, like perfect-fitting … [More]
Chandler Mayor Named Maricopa Association of Governments Chair
Transportation, Air Quality, Homelessness Are Priorities
Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke 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, Hartke said his highest priority is to ensure that MAG is ready to implement a suite of transportation projects if Maricopa County voters approve the extension of the dedicated half-cent sales tax … [More]
Arizona Economic Insights Dashboard Finds Hiring Rates Increase, Employed Workers Missing Less Work and Wages in Utilities Sector Rise
The Greater Phoenix Chamber has released its June Arizona Economic Insights Dashboard findings. This tool provides access to real-time, interactive data updates on Arizona’s ever-changing economic landscape. Users can delve deeper into GDP, job projections, population changes, average income, educational attainment, housing data, and more. June economic data findings … [More]
Schnitzer Properties Breaks Ground on Class A Multi-Tenant Industrial Property
Portland-based Schnitzer Properties and JLL announced the start of construction on Palm Valley Commerce Center, a Class A industrial project designed to serve local entrepreneurs and multinational corporations alike in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Located at Auto Drive and 137th Avenue in the rapidly expanding Phoenix-Goodyear Airport submarket of Goodyear, Arizona, Palm … [More]
Mentors Are Often the Unsung Heroes of a Successful Career
Whether she was building resilience from mentors who were unfair or downright cruel, or gaining confidence from mentors who were supportive and helpful, R. Barbara Gitenstein was honing the skills that would one day propel her to the highest level of academia. “Mentors make all the difference in an individual’s success in the world,” Gitenstein said. “I was blessed with … [More]
Piper Trust Makes $750,000 Grant to Place 200 Students in ‘Pipeline of Leadership’
Working from the premise that the nonprofit sector can provide meaningful and fruitful career paths for people in nearly any profession, a grant from Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust will enable Arizona State University to engage students from multiple fields in the newly established Piper Servant Leader Network: Purpose-Driven Careers, No Matter the Major. The … [More]
Centuri Announces Leadership Transition
Board Appoints Former Centuri Advisory Board Member Paul Caudill as Interim CEO
Centuri Holdings, Inc. announced Bill Fehrman will be stepping down as President and CEO to take the CEO role at American Electric Power, one of the nation’s largest publicly traded utility companies. He will continue in his role as President and CEO of Centuri until July 31, 2024. The Centuri Board has appointed Paul Caudill, former CEO of NV Energy, a Berkshire Hathaway … [More]
