Phoenix ranks No. 20 overall in CBRE’s 2025 Scoring Tech Talent report, as tech talent hiring in North America slowed despite strong growth in artificial-intelligence specialty talent, according to a new report from CBRE. Phoenix saw strong tech talent job growth from 2021 to 2024, expanding its tech talent labor pool by 5.6% to 102,540 people. From 2021 to 2023, the city … [More]
Gilbert-Based Construction Co. Names President
Gilbert-based construction company, Benson Construction, INC., announced the appointment of Courtney Dunlap as President. In his new role, Dunlap will oversee strategic growth initiatives, operational efficiencies, and client relationship development as the company continues to expand its footprint across the Southwest. As President, Dunlap will focus on enhancing … [More]
Arizona Major Events Host Committee Rebrands, Formalizing Global Event Bid Strategy
Arizona Major Events Host Committee announced it has rebranded as the Arizona Sports & Events Alliance, formalizing Arizona’s position as a national and global leader in attracting, planning and hosting world-class events. The Alliance will continue to serve as Arizona’s front door for all major sports, entertainment and commercial events, carrying forward the state’s … [More]
Arizona Cardinals Pen Multi-Year Partnership with Avnet
The Arizona Cardinals Football Club and Avnet, a global technology solutions leader headquartered in Phoenix, have agreed to a multi-year partnership. This collaboration brings together two Arizona-based organizations that share a commitment to community and education. A significant part of the relationship is investment in initiatives that uplift and empower communities … [More]
Scottsdale Restaurant Concept Set to Debut Location in Florida
Buck & Rider, the acclaimed seafood-driven concept from Scottsdale, Arizona, announced its first expansion outside of the Southwest. The new location is slated to open in late 2026 in the prestigious Waterside Shops in Naples, Florida. This marks a momentous milestone for the restaurant and its parent company, Hi Noon Hospitality, as they bring their celebrated cuisine to … [More]
Valley Law-Firm Continues Expansion with Coeur d’Alene Office
Fennemore, one of the fastest-growing Am Law 200 firms in the U.S., is marking another milestone in its 140-year history with two new offices and expanded services in Idaho. The moves underscore the firm’s rapid expansion in high-growth markets where economic and business opportunities are reshaping client needs. “Idaho is a natural next step for Fennemore. It’s one of the … [More]
