Luxury condominium project Portico – North Scottsdale, a key piece of DMB’s One Scottsdale master-planned development, will kick off Belgravia Group’s entry into the Arizona market. The development at Loop 101 and Scottsdale Road, by the award-winning Chicago-based real estate development firm, will be comprised of 112 residences and will feature stunning views of the McDowell … [More]
Sunlit’s Planned Manufacturing Facility Brings $100 Million Investment to Phoenix
Sunlit Chemical, a leading semiconductor chemical supplier based in Taiwan, recently broke ground on its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Phoenix. Sunlit’s presence advances Arizona’ reputation as a national semiconductor leader and advances the state’s unrivaled semiconductor industry supply chain. “As an advanced manufacturer providing high-wage jobs to the region, … [More]
Industrial Development Near Mesa Gateway Airport
SVN Desert Commercial Advisors completed the sale of an approximately 112-acre industrial site in Mesa at the southwest corner of Warner Rd. and Sossaman Rd. just north of the Mesa Gateway Airport. Contour Real Estate plans to build a master-planned industrial park encompassing eight buildings totaling more than 1.5 million square feet (in two phases of development) targeting … [More]
Diversified Partners to Redevelop Queen Creek Golf Course to Housing
Diversified Partners plans to redevelop the Links at Queen Creek golf course into multifamily and single-family housing, with construction expected to start this year. Total redevelopment upon completion will exceed $750 million. The back 48 acres have been sold to Tri Pointe (Maracay Homes), where 172 single-family homes will be built, together with a gated entrance. The … [More]
Sterling Real Estate to Convert Scottsdale Hotel to Apartments
Scottsdale-based investment firm Sterling Real Estate Partners recently acquired Suites on Scottsdale in an off-market transaction with plans to convert the hotel into market-rate apartments. Originally built in 1996, the 114-room extended-stay hotel will be transformed into a luxury, 85-unit apartment community. The property is centrally located in one of Scottsdale’s most … [More]
Whitney Yates-Woods: Breaking Barriers in the Automotive Industry
Today, Yates Buick GMC is one of the premier automotive dealerships in the country, serving the greater Phoenix metropolitan area in a way few can boast. But the legacy of the family-owned business started more than 37 years ago when Mike Yates, who had big dreams and very little money, purchased a used car lot. “My dad started out by founding a truck dealership in Avondale … [More]
Why Arizona’s Healthcare Companies Need to Embrace Mobile Technology
We see it in the news every day. The Arizona healthcare industry is facing major personnel shortfalls and is in a fierce competition to attract qualified talent. According to data from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, the State of Arizona ranked fifth in this struggle, with 30% of hospital reporting a staffing shortage. There is no easy solution to this … [More]
2022 Staffing Trends and the Role Technology Can Play
As the economy continues to boom, and the appetite for talent along with it, candidates are increasingly able to raise their expectations of both their employment and of the recruitment process itself. Superior candidate experience has become more than a topic that requires well-meaning lip-service. It requires speed, transparency and humanity that many businesses or recruiters … [More]
Three Tips to Help Block Blue Light in an Increasingly Remote World
With persistent spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 in Arizona and nationwide, some traditionally in-person activities — work, school and social interactions — will likely remain remote more often than usual for the foreseeable future. As a result, the use of digital devices has surged significantly, with Americans logging an average of 13 hours per day watching … [More]
Axis for Autism Launches New Model to Streamline Diagnoses
Axis for Autism, an Arizona-based provider of ASD evaluations for children and adults, has launched a new model that streamlines diagnosis for autism spectrum disorder and cuts wait times for families awaiting an evaluation, ensuring they can access life-changing intervention and therapies faster. Waitlists at Arizona health systems are thousands of children deep. Many … [More]
CEO Excellence
Being a CEO at any of the world’s largest companies is among the most challenging roles in business. Billions, and even trillions, are at stake — and the fates of tens of thousands of employees often hang in the balance. Yet, even when “can’t miss” high-achievers win the top job, very few excel. Thirty percent of Fortune 500 CEOs last fewer than three years, and two out of five … [More]
The Elephant and the Mouse
In The Elephant and the Mouse, award-winning speaker and diversity and inclusion expert Laura Liswood delivers a thought-provoking and insightful new business guide that explores workplace diversity and offers new ideas for gaining the real benefits from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The Elephant and the Mouse refers to the dynamics in organizations that are … [More]
Difficult Decisions
Countless tools and frameworks claim to make decisions objectively and bias-free. But in reality, the defining decisions that leaders face are complex ones with subjective information sources and conflicting courses of action. That’s why the toughest choices are left to the leaders, and that’s why formulas won’t answer them. In Difficult Decisions: How Leaders Make the Right … [More]
New Tax Rule Targets Businesses That Accept Payment through Apps
The IRS is now watching those who are self-employed, those who are independent contractors or, even those who just operate a side business, and use payment apps like Venmo, Paypal or Cashapp. Because of a new tax reporting regulation that took effect on January 1, 2022, most payment apps are now required to issue 1099-K’s to any businesses receiving more than a total of $600 in … [More]
Avoid Debt and Get Financial Success
Do people have business debts as an entrepreneur? They would, of course. Practically, good debts exist and many companies have been able to flourish due to that. The issue arises when these companies become so deeply in debt that it impairs the business. So, what can entrepreneurs do to keep their business from drowning in debt? Here are a few effective methods that can help … [More]
Big Bold Ideas Create Transformational Change for Nonprofits, Communities and Fundraising
Nonprofits that put forward a big and bold vision attract aspirational donors looking to change the world. Whether in one’s own backyard or around the globe, a carefully executed process of visionary planning and ambitious priority and goal setting cannot be bound by the constraints of current convention nor perceived restrictions. The process must set the stage for … [More]
2022 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition
Redesigned from the ground up and engineered for adventure, the 2022 Toyota Tundra is the brand’s toughest, most capable, most advanced Tundra to date. Right off the bat, Tundra’s thick bumper interlocks with its brawny grille to create a strong, visceral image. Platinum’s bold grille — featuring dark chrome accents — sends a powerful message that this truck is a premium … [More]
Cool Systems for the Hot Season
A comfortable workplace environment is a must-have asset for businesses, which is why we recommend businesses strategically prepare their commercial HVAC systems for the hot summer season. During the beautiful winter and spring months in Arizona, it’s easy for business owners to neglect their HVAC systems, but that’s actually the recommended time to schedule a routine … [More]
