Empire Paving & Maintenance, a leading Arizona-based construction and maintenance company, announced the opening of its new office at 1902 E. Washington St. The move marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth and reflects its ongoing commitment to collaboration, efficiency, and future expansion. Previously headquartered in Tempe near Tempe Marketplace, Empire … [More]
Piper Trust Celebrates 25 Years of Piper Fellows in $25M Grant Year
Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust awarded nearly $25 million in grants during its recently concluded 2026 fiscal year, supporting local nonprofits and community partners in strengthening quality of life for the people of Maricopa County, Arizona. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Piper Fellows program, which provides outstanding nonprofit leaders with extensive, … [More]
Tempe Office-to-Industrial Redevelopment Breaks Ground Near I-10
On behalf of Alidade Capital and Pine Creek Real Estate Partners, Phoenix-based general contractor Stevens-Leinweber Construction (SLC) broke ground on TenSixty Interchange, an office-to-industrial redevelopment that will bring new mid-size, infill industrial product to the Interstate 10/Baseline Road corridor in Tempe, Arizona. The groundbreaking comes after months of … [More]
Desert Financial Taps Veteran Banking Executive as CFO
Desert Financial Credit Union has named Jamie Britton as its new chief financial officer, bringing more than 25 years of experience in financial leadership to the organization. “Desert Financial Credit Union’s tireless commitment to membership and giving back is an inspiring reminder of the important role credit unions can play in the communities we serve,” said Britton. … [More]
The World Cup Isn’t Just a Sporting Event, It’s a Workplace Opportunity
As the FIFA World Cup captures the attention of millions of people around the globe, many employers may be wondering what it means for the workplace. Employees will inevitably be checking scores, discussing match results and rooting for their favorite teams throughout the tournament. While some organizations may view this as a potential distraction, forward-thinking employers … [More]
