ATTOM, a leading curator of land, property data, and real estate analytics, today released its 2025 Rental Affordability Report, which shows that owning a home in the United States is more affordable than renting a three-bedroom property in more than half of county-level markets around the nation. The report shows that both owning and renting remain difficult for average … [More]
New Emergency Air Medical Base Opens in Goodyear
Air Methods, the leading air medical service provider in the United States, announced the opening of Native Air 23, a new emergency air medical base in Goodyear, AZ. This new base is set to enhance emergency care for residents and visitors in Maricopa County and beyond, further expanding the reach of Air Methods’ critical care network across Arizona. The Native Air 23 team, … [More]
Luxury Outdoor Furniture Manufacturer Opens State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in Phoenix
CC Patio, a luxury outdoor furniture manufacturer, recently completed construction of its state-of-the-art 35,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona. CC Patio celebrated the occasion with a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 1. The facility will support over 75 total jobs. CC Patio Founder and Owner Hamid Salari celebrated the grand opening alongside CC … [More]
New Nonprofit Centralizes Access to Arizona’s Workforce Ecosystem
Pipeline Connects, a new Arizona nonprofit, has been established to support the mission of the trusted career and employment platform, PipelineAZ, to empower Arizona’s workforce by bridging talent, education, industry and community within the state’s career ecosystem. The PipelineAZ platform serves as a single point of access and awareness of in-demand career pathways and … [More]
WEBINAR – Feb. 25: Building Trust and Authenticity in an AI-Focused Approach
UPCOMING SESSIONS Join us for an Arizona Small Business Boot Camp! Building Trust and Authenticity in an AI-Focused Approach 2/25/2025 | 9:00 AM This webinar will inspire attendees to harness AI effectively while honoring the human elements that make their businesses unique. REGISTER NOW … [More]
Arizona Predicted to Be Top State for Franchise Business Growth in 2025
According to new study, Arizona will add 1,374 new local franchise businesses in 2025, 13,441 jobs; Franchise sector will contribute $22.6 billion to state's economy in 2025 bringing business ownership opportunities, economic growth, and job creation The International Franchise Association released its annual Franchising Economic Outlook showing that Arizona is expected to … [More]
Global Biometrics Co. Expands Its Research Facility in Arizona
An interactive experience center has been developed as part of the expansion
To meet the needs of increased research and development activities, Integrated Biometrics, announces the expansion of their longstanding research facility in Chandler, Arizona. IB, a pioneer in biometrics technology, delivers cutting-edge fingerprint scanners, software that simplifies biometric system integration, and contactless identification applications. IB plans to grow … [More]
Resort Extends Partnership with Spring Training Facility, Delivering Entertainment Experiences
VAI Resort, the newly developed entertainment and hospitality project in Glendale, announced the extension of its partnership with Camelback Ranch – Glendale, the Spring Training home of the Chicago White Sox and World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. This partnership builds on last year's collaboration and further strengthens VAI Resort's commitment to delivering immersive … [More]
High School District and Nonprofit Partner to Launch Innovative High School Model
Junior Achievement of Arizona and Phoenix Union High School District will hold a press conference on Feb. 12 at 9:30 a.m. at Cesar Chavez High School, to 3921 W. Baseline Road, Laveen, AZ 85339, to announce a new educational instructional model for students and educators at Cesar Chavez and Alhambra High Schools set to begin in the 2025-26 school year. Called 3DE by Junior … [More]
Builders Break Ground on 508 Homesites at Village of Montecito in Estrella
Underscoring a resolute commitment to creating the West Valley's most vibrant and thriving community, Estrella Development Company and award-winning homebuilders Lennar and Richmond American Homes broke ground recently on 508 homesites at the village of Montecito at Estrella in Goodyear, Arizona. Jeff Zimmerman, Vice President of Development for Estrella Development Company, … [More]
Visit Phoenix Picks CityScape for New Office Headquarters
Visit Phoenix will move into 24,722 square feet at CityScape. The new lease maintains Visit Phoenix’s downtown presence, where it promotes the Greater Phoenix market as a destination for travelers and conventions. Visit Phoenix will relocate from 400 E. Van Buren St. At CityScape, it will continue to enjoy proximity to the Phoenix Convention Center, area hotels and resorts, … [More]
WMPO: Know Before You Go – A Guide to ‘The People’s Open’
Know Before You Go – A Guide to “The People’s Open” Whether it’s your first time at TPC Scottsdale for the WM Phoenix Open or you’re a seasoned vet, it’s always good to brush up on the do’s and don’ts of “The People’s Open.” Let this be your guide to having the best time at the tournament. Here, you’ll also find updates on general tournament information, ticket info, dates and … [More]
Valley Shopping Center Co. Closes Out 35th Year of Operations, Impacts Our Market with Great Growth
Vestar, a Phoenix-based, privately held shopping center owner and operator, achieved significant growth in 2024, with more than two million square feet of retail space under development and the addition of several new management assignments. As the company closed out its 35th year of operations, it remains focused on creating unique and timeless retail destinations. David … [More]
Carvana’s ADESA Expands New Online Wholesale Auction Product
ADESA, a leader in wholesale auto, announced plans for the continued expansion and development of its new, proprietary online auction product, ADESA Clear. ADESA, which is owned by leading online auto retailer Carvana, developed and began testing Clear in late 2023, leveraging both ADESA’s extensive wholesale auto expertise and Carvana’s deep technology and digital … [More]
National Firm Acquires Phoenix Construction Services Co., Expanding Resources and Expertise in the Southwest
Atwell has continued to extend its reach by acquiring the operations of Terrascape Consulting, adding expertise in engineering and surveying to its resources in the Southwest. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Terrascape, founded in 2006, is based in Phoenix, Arizona. The company is deeply committed to client service and brings knowledge of the region's unique … [More]
Survey Finds 3 in 10 Companies Will Enforce a Full 5-Day In-Office Workweek This Year
ResumeTemplates.com, the leading platform for free professional resume templates and examples, from a January 2025 survey examining corporate return-to-office (RTO) strategies. The survey of 849 U.S. managers reveals that 27% of companies will require employees to work in-office five days a week by the end of the year, with many citing corporate trends and recent government … [More]
Kansas-Based Bank Expands Presence in Phoenix with Completed $2B Acquisition
UMB Financial Corporation announced that it will close the acquisition of Heartland Financial USA, Inc., effective at 11:59 p.m. As a result of this successful completion, UMB’s asset size will increase to approximately $68 billion (based on assets as of Dec. 31, 2024), expanding its geographic footprint from eight to 13 states. Arizona is a growing market for the bank. The … [More]
Arizona’s Build-to-Rent Boom: 14,000 New Single-Family Rentals in the Pipeline
As urban areas become more crowded and homeownership slips further out of reach, the build-to-rent (BTR) market is stepping in to fill the gap. Nationwide, more than 110,000 single-family rentals are under construction, set to increase the BTR inventory by 53.5% once completed. Arizona stands out as a major player in this expansion. Arizona’s Build-to-Rent … [More]
