U.S. home prices ticked up 0.2% for the second-consecutive month in July, on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s equal to the smallest month over month increase since January 2023. Phoenix showed a month-over-month decline at -0.18 percent. On a year-over-year basis, home prices rose 6.8% in … [More]
SRP Unveils 2023 First-Ever Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report
Salt River Project (SRP) has released its first-ever Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report, highlighting substantial economic impacts in Arizona including $243.3 million in spending with diverse suppliers that bolstered local economies and supported thousands of jobs. The report underscores the utility’s robust economic contributions and dedication to fostering diverse … [More]
NCAA Men’s Final Four Creates Big Impact on Arizona’s Economy
The 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four generated $429 million in economic impact, according to a study by Arizona State University’s Seidman Research Institute. The event also generated $256.9 million for the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). “Hosting the Men’s Final Four was a tremendous slam dunk for Phoenix, as we proudly welcomed the third … [More]
Foster Care Nonprofit Receives $250,000 Grant to Ensure Youth Receive Support
Young people in Arizona's foster care system will continue to receive critical educational services and support throughout the final year of the National Center for Youth Law's FosterEd Arizona initiative, and well into the future, thanks to a generous $250,000 grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. The funding will allow the FosterEd Arizona team to continue … [More]
WORKSHOP – Sep. 11: SBIR Workshop – Unleash Your Innovation Potential – Workshop 3: R&D Plan/es/Budget
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS The SBIR training program is a series of events that provide entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startups with local resources and mentors to apply for funding through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Virtual SBIR Workshop - Unleash Your Innovation Potential - … [More]
Chief Culture Officer at ASU Gets 2024 Leadership Award
Phoenix-based Mission Facilitators awarded Christine Whitney Sanchez their 2024 Excellence in Leadership Award. The goal of the award is to give back to a person who has significantly impacted Phoenix companies, employees, and communities. As the pace of change accelerates with technology at the forefront, the human side of an organization must evolve in harmony with these … [More]
Leading HVAC Co. Arizona Partnership to Accelerate Commercial Building HVAC Efficiency and Decarbonization
ECM Technologies, a leader in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) efficiency and energy conservation, today announced its strategic partnership with Tolin Mechanical, the leading commercial HVAC service company in the state of Arizona. The collaboration will combine Tolin’s extensive expertise in commercial HVAC preventive and predictive maintenance services and … [More]
