Meta, the parent company of Facebook, celebrated the grand opening of its state-of-the-art data center in Mesa, Arizona. This milestone marks a significant investment in the region, with the facility spanning over 2.5 million square feet across five buildings. The project, first announced in August 2021, represents an investment exceeding $1 billion. The Mesa Data Center is … [More]
Phoenix Among Top Targets for CRE Investment in 2025, Says Survey
A recent survey of commercial real estate investors ranked Phoenix as a top 10 target among U.S. metros. Phoenix slipped three spots to #10 in CBRE’s 2025 U.S. Investor Intentions Survey. Investors are strategically focusing on gateway markets offering discounts and high-growth Sun Belt markets. Phoenix is recognized by investors for its pro-business environment, strong … [More]
Peoria Mixed-Use ‘Lifestyle’ Center Brings Multiple Restaurants and Retailers
From New American to simple Italian and contemporary Japanese, The Trailhead in Peoria plans to please a plethora of palates. A bevy of restaurants and retailers have signed on to the 40-acre, mixed-use development at 83rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road. Among them is Sparrow, a new concept by Sky Restaurant Group. Sparrow reunites Chef Schuyler Estes and former partner Parker … [More]
Arizona-Based Cybersecurity Firm to Provide Cyber-Protection at WMPO 16th Hole
Lumifi, a leading cybersecurity technology company, announces its role as the official cybersecurity partner and 16th hole sponsor for the 2025 Waste Management Phoenix Open (WMPO). Starting January 2025, Lumifi will provide enterprise-level cybersecurity services for the Thunderbird Charities, the organizer of the iconic PGA TOUR event, known for its record-breaking crowds of … [More]
New Contractor Association Sets Up in Arizona
The Western States Contractors Association (WSCA), a non-profit association of union contractor companies that specialize in heavy civil construction, has announced its establishment in Arizona. Heavy civil construction encompasses the work required to build roads, highways, bridges and rail projects—the backbone of infrastructure development. Charlie Nobles, executive … [More]
Chamber Gets Its Own Brew – For Charity
On Tuesday, February 4th, local Tempe Brewery, Catalyst Crafted Ales will begin the brewing process for the Tempe Chamber of Commerce beer. Tempe Chamber President and CEO Robin Arredondo-Savage explains, “We’re thrilled to partner with Catalyst Crafted Ales to bring this special brew to our community in support of the Tempe Chamber Foundation. This collaboration is a perfect … [More]
Chicago Developer Closes on Land for Luxury Condominium Project in North Scottsdale
Belgravia Group, Chicago’s award-winning real estate developer with more than 75 years of luxury developments constructed under its brand, has closed on the land for Atavia, an 88-unit luxury condominium development located in North Scottsdale’s “new luxury corridor” at Loop 101 and Scottsdale Road. The land closing is announced alongside robust sales velocity for the … [More]
