Q: What changes have you made in office space usage in the past few years? Veronique James Founder & CEO The James Agency Sector: Public Relations Over the past few years, we’ve seen firsthand how intentional office design directly impacts team connection, collaboration and productivity. In response, we expanded The James Agency’s office footprint to create a more … [More]
Phoenix Coffee Shop Doubles as a Design Lab
When Thomas Porter of Porter Barn Wood decided to join his many restaurant clients in the hospitality business by opening his own coffee shop and café, he saw it as a unique way to combine his love of coffee and construction — hence the name The Coffee Builders — while also learning more about his clients’ businesses. “I wanted to step onto the other side of the fence and be … [More]
Women UBS Wealth Advisors Honored
Three financial advisors in the Scottsdale office of UBS Wealth Management USA’s Pacific Desert Wealth Management Market have been named to the Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State list for 2025: Susan Bailey, Jennifer Lucovich, and Jennifer Pope. … [More]
4 Wins for Queen Creek Olive Mill
The Queen Creek Olive Mill won an impressive four silver awards at the 2025 New York International Olive Oil Competition, the most awards the Mill has won in a single year: Delicate Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Arizona Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balanced Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil … [More]
Trevor Wilde a Top Wealth Advisor
Barron’s has named Wilde Wealth Management Group CEO Trevor Wilde, MBA, AIF® to its annual list of top 1,200 advisors nationwide, earning the No. 30 position nationwide and No. 3 overall in Arizona. This is Wilde’s 17th consecutive year being honored and his 7th year in a row among the top five advisors in Arizona. … [More]
AZ Water Co. Celebrates 70 Years
This year, Arizona Water Company celebrates 70 Years of serving Arizona customers and communities, providing services to more than 300,000 customers in 30 communities across the state. The company has been honored with numerous awards throughout its history including ‘Project of the Year’ awards by the American Society of Civil Engineers for “demonstrating excellence in civil … [More]
Local Publisher/Editor Earns WSET Diploma
Shannan Metcalf-Perciballi, publisher and editor of Edible Phoenix magazine, has become the first and only woman in Phoenix to earn the WSET Diploma offered through the Napa Valley Wine Academy. This is the highest level qualification offered by the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, a globally recognized certification for wine professionals. … [More]
Looking Good 2025 – May Standouts
ACHIEVEMENTS Women UBS Wealth Advisors Honored 4 Wins for Queen Creek Olive Mill Trevor Wilde a Top Wealth Advisor AZ Water Co. Celebrates 70 Years PHILANTHROPY Local Publisher/Editor Earns WSET Diploma … [More]
Edo Japanese Grill – U.S. Debut from Canada
Edo Japan, one of Canada’s premier fast-casual franchises known for its fresh, flavorful Japanese-inspired cuisine, has made its U.S. debut with the opening of Edo Japanese Grill in Chandler, Arizona. “Bringing Edo Japanese Grill to the U.S. has been in the works for a while, and with the rising interest in teriyaki food, choosing the right location was key. We decided on … [More]
Generational Divides about Workplace L&D
The annual L&D benchmark report recently released by TalentLMS, an award-winning SaaS training vendor, uncovers how four generations of employees view workplace learning and development programs and what they expect from them. The TalentLMS 2024 Annual L&D Benchmark Report found a generational divide: Millennials are the most satisfied generation with training, with … [More]
Forces and Factors Impacting Marketing Performance
The CMO Council’s inaugural Marketing Vitality Index forecasts waves of vitality, volatility and velocity in 2025
Are marketing dollars going to the right places? What’s the bang for the buck? The index indicates CMOs should allocate spend to mostly digital channels that engage target customers more actively, more visibly, and can be measured and optimized. Smarter spending is also being driven by increased competition and audience fragmentation. Audiences are spread out in a plethora … [More]
Shining Light on American Solar’s People-Centric Vision
American Solar & Roofing embraces a culture where its people can thrive
For many leaders, the path to the top is carefully planned. For me, it was forged through experience, adversity and a deep sense of responsibility. My outlook was shaped by my upbringing as a classic Gen X-er, a so-called "feral child" of divorced working parents — if I didn’t make my own meals while watching “In Living Color,” no one would. I credit that early independence for … [More]
Tariffs and Their Impact on Commercial Real Estate
Developers must strategize on sourcing and usage
In recent months, there has been increasing concern among commercial real estate professionals with the potential impact of new tariffs. These tariffs, introduced as part of broader trade policies, have affected various industries, with commercial real estate being no exception. From construction costs to property values, these tariffs are resonating across the CRE sector, … [More]
New Attainable Housing Project in Tempe
Dwell @ 5th and Farmer is an innovative, transit-oriented, attainable housing community from Holualoa Companies. Located on a two-acre parcel in the heart of Tempe, the multifamily project will provide new housing options for residents working in downtown Tempe, Arizona State University and other locations. The 129 attainable housing units are integrated with two existing … [More]
Sustainable Luxury Community in North Scottsdale
As Optima McDowell Mountain takes shape in North Scottsdale, award-winning real estate firm Optima is setting a new benchmark for sustainable luxury with its $1-billion mixed-use community, featuring meticulously designed residences, cutting-edge green building techniques, expansive open space and community-driven amenities designed for modern desert living. Designed by … [More]
Behavioral Health Services Battle Stigma in Office Space Search
Most business owners in search of office space have a variety of options — the real challenge is finding the best space to fit operational and financial criteria. That is not the case for providers of behavioral or mental health services. In fact, behavioral health providers are routinely met with roadblocks. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, … [More]
Can a Customer-First Culture Reignite U.S. Chipmaking?
Intel’s new CEO brings a track record of rebuilding from within
Expectations were high when Lip-Bu Tan stepped on stage at Intel Vision 2025. The semiconductor giant has fallen from grace, ceding technological leadership to global competitors and watching its foundry business hemorrhage money. But Tan, Intel's new CEO and a well-known figure in venture capital and design automation, didn't shy away from the company's shortcomings. Instead, … [More]
Lucid Expands Arizona Footprint with Nikola Facility Deal
Lucid Group is accelerating its presence in Arizona after acquiring key facilities from bankrupt electric truck maker Nikola Corporation. The $30-million deal, announced April 10, includes Nikola's Coolidge manufacturing plant and a Phoenix facility formerly used for headquarters and R&D. With it, Lucid gains more than 884,000 square feet of space, along with high-end … [More]
