P.F. Chang's, announced the appointment of Holly Smith as Chief Marketing Officer. In this strategic role, Smith will guide the evolution of P.F. Chang's brand, driving deeper connections with guests, inspiring creativity across campaigns, and strengthening the company's market presence. She will report directly to P.F. Chang's Chief Executive Officer and President, Jim … [More]
$200M AI-Powered Factory Opens in Mesa
Hadrian, the advanced manufacturing company building AI-powered factories for America, celebrated the opening of Factory 3 (F3), a large-scale manufacturing and software hub in Mesa, Arizona. Hadrian has invested $200 million in the 290,000-square-foot facility, which will bring over 350 new jobs to the community in early 2026. Hadrian executives were joined by … [More]
Commercial Real Estate Firm Promotes Managing Director to President
LevRose Commercial Real Estate announced the promotion of Mike Baumgardner from Managing Director to President. This well-deserved advancement recognizes his exceptional leadership and meaningful contributions to the firm. During his time at LevRose, Baumgardner has played a key role in driving growth, elevating client service, and strengthening company culture. With 20 … [More]
Credit Union’s $1.425M Donation Expands K–12 School for Hospitalized Children
When Justin Ramirez was diagnosed with leukemia at age 13, his days quickly filled with hospital rooms, IV medications and long stretches of treatment at Phoenix Children’s. In the middle of all of it, one thing helped him feel like himself again: school. To support that sense of normalcy for children like Ramirez, Desert Financial Foundation and Desert Financial Credit Union … [More]
Veteran Public Servant Appointed to Lead State Infrastructure Financing Authority
The Greater Arizona Development Authority introduced their new new Director Jessi Pederson, who is filling the role vacated by former GADA Director Mary Foote, who was recently named Director of the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity. Pederson has spent more than 20 years in public service, with much of her time serving the City of Glendale Arizona and working with the … [More]
Chandler Defense Manufacturer Expands, Nearly Quadruples Facility
C.E. Precision Assemblies an Amphenol company, a Chandler-based manufacturer of cable assemblies and wire harnesses for the aerospace and defense industries, is significantly expanding its operations. The company recently signed a 39,757-square-foot lease at 7155 W. Detroit St. in West Chandler, nearly four times the size of its current facility. “We have been in Chandler for … [More]
