Phoenix’s office market is continuing to evolve as demand for upgraded Class-A space drives a surge in tenant improvement projects, according to LGE Design Build’s newly released Q2 2025 Construction Delivery Outlook. “Phoenix’s growth trajectory is still strong, but we’re now seeing more selective investment as developers and owners react to new market signals,” said Blake … [More]
AI-Driven Bookkeeping Platform Secures $10M Series A Funding
Uplinq, a leading provider of AI-driven bookkeeping and tax solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), today announced the closing of a $10 million Series A funding round. The round was led by Next Coast Ventures, with participation from AZ-VC, Live Oak Ventures, and existing investors. This infusion of capital will accelerate Uplinq's growth, … [More]
Arizona’s Newest Fast-Casual Chicken Brand Expands Vision with Strategic Growth Shift
Chicken N Pickle, the nationally recognized indoor/outdoor entertainment complex known for its chef-driven restaurant, pickleball courts, and lively community atmosphere, announces a strategic evolution in its growth plan. With 13 locations operating across the country, the brand is shifting its focus toward acquiring complementary entertainment and hospitality concepts, as … [More]
National Wealth Management Firm Expands to Arizona
Cerity Partners, a leading independent wealth management firm in the U.S., is pleased to welcome Chad Wing and Dustin Brutton as Partners to the firm. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, Chad, Dustin and their team of four colleagues will establish Cerity Partners' newest office, expanding the firm's geographic footprint and presence in the Southwest. Their addition reflects the … [More]
Chemical Logistics Co. Announces Opening of Chemical Logistic Facility in Casa Grande
NRS Logistics America, a leading chemical-logistics company providing transport, storage and distribution, and asset leasing services for the chemical and industrial markets, announced the opening of its Chemical Logistic Park in Casa Grande, Arizona. A joint venture company between NRS Corporation and the Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation for Transport … [More]
Survey Shows Diverging Industry-Specific Small Business Optimism
Quarterly survey focuses on the construction, manufacturing, retail, and services industries
The NFIB Research Center released an industry-specific quarterly Small Business Economic Trends survey highlighting the construction, manufacturing, retail, and services industries. According to the report, the Optimism Index across the four reported industries decreased from the previous quarter. Despite this decline, optimism in the construction, manufacturing, and services … [More]
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP – Jun 24: SBIR/STTR Workshop – National Institutes of Health
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES SBIR/STTR Workshop - National Institutes of Health 6/24/25 - 8/5/25 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM This virtual 7-week course walks participants step-by-step through the proposal development process. SBIR/STTR proposals can be overwhelming. The calls for proposals are often over a hundred pages. To make the process more manageable, the new ACA SBIR … [More]
