Amid rapid economic momentum and record FDI activity between Arizona and Taiwan, the Arizona Commerce Authority is leading a delegation of more than 50 Arizona business, academia, and community leaders on an economic trade visit to Taiwan. The group delegation visit, which is taking place September 8 to September 10, 2025, features a full schedule including meetings with … [More]
Gilbert-Based Sweetener Co. Names New CEO
Wisdom Natural Brands, parent company of the SweetLeaf brand of stevia and other natural sugar substitutes, announced the appointment of long-time company consultant Aaron Henderson to serve as CEO and take the reins of a major rebranding and expansion campaign. He succeeds Michael May, a founding family member who has led Wisdom since 2021 and remains Chairman of the … [More]
Global Logistics Firm to Hire Nearly 800 in Phoenix Ahead of Holiday Season
GEODIS, a global logistics provider, announced plans to hire approximately 755 seasonal workers the Phoenix, Arizona, area to support the anticipated surge in demand during peak season. This hiring initiative will significantly enhance the company’s operational capacities in its warehouses and distribution centers in preparation for the holiday season, with seasonal employees … [More]
Major Acquisition Grows PNC’s Arizona Footprint to 70+ Branches
The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. announced a definitive agreement to acquire FirstBank Holding Company, including its banking subsidiary FirstBank, headquartered in Lakewood, CO. FirstBank, with $26.8 billion in assets as of June 30, 2025, provides commercial and retail banking services across Colorado and Arizona. FirstBank operates 95 branches, with a leading … [More]
