The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3.6 billion in new funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. Combined with $2.6 billion announced earlier this month, this $6.2 billion in investments for Fiscal Year 2025 will help communities nationwide make essential water infrastructure upgrades to … [More]
Retail and Restaurants Continue to Open at Queen Creek Marketplace
Vestar, the largest privately held shopping center owner and manager in the western United States, announced that Carter’s and First Watch will be joining Queen Creek Marketplace in Queen Creek. The two tenants will occupy a combined 8,600 square feet of retail space, bringing the shopping center’s occupancy rate to an impressive 98%. Located at 21398 S Ellsworth Loop Road, … [More]
AZ Tech Council President and CEO Appointed to Arizona Space Commission Board of Directors
Zylstra Among State Leaders Named to Board by Speaker of Arizona House of Representatives
Steven G. Zylstra, a renowned leader in the technology and innovation sectors, was named to the Arizona Space Commission Board of Directors by the speaker of the Arizona House of Representatives on September 25, 2024. He brings decades of experience and forward-thinking leadership to the Commission, underscoring Arizona's commitment to advancing its role in the burgeoning space … [More]
Sunbelt Holdings Chairman, CEO Joins Creighton Board of Trustees
Creighton University President the Rev. Daniel S. Hendrickson, SJ, PhD, has announced the addition of John Graham, chairman and CEO of Sunbelt Holdings, a Phoenix-based real estate firm, as the newest member of the University’s Board of Trustees. With an academic presence in Phoenix since 2012, Creighton University opened the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Health … [More]
The Phoenix Theatre Company’s Gala Celebrates Future of the Arts
The Phoenix Theatre Company's most anticipated event of the year, the 2024 Applause! Gala: Recipe for Success, exceeded all expectations, raising over $850,000 to support live theatre and outreach arts programs. Held on October 19 at The Phoenix Theatre Company campus, the event attracted some of the Valley's most influential arts advocates for an unforgettable evening of … [More]
End of Word-of-Mouth Advertising? Data Shows Gen Z Trusts Influencers More Than Friends
For years, word-of-mouth has played a critical role in the marketing success of small businesses. New data from GoDaddy suggests that recommendations from friends, family and co-workers are being replaced by influencers in terms of importance to younger consumers. The GoDaddy survey of 1,000 U.S. consumers in September shows that while both Gen Z and Millennial customers … [More]
