Cox Communications leadership joined President Biden this week at the White House to announce a partnership called the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), making high-speed internet more affordable and accessible for eligible Arizonans and those across the nation. Cox’s Connect Assist internet package provides eligible Arizona households with access to 100 Mbps high-speed … [More]
Moov Launches a Full-Service Digital Marketplace for Buying Used Semiconductor Equipment
Moov, a data-fueled marketplace for used semiconductor manufacturing equipment, today announced its marketplace now serves as a one-stop shop for the second-hand buying experience, offering customers an ecosystem of aftermarket services including logistics and tracking, digital inspections, refurbishing, and insurance all within one buyer portal. Moov customers now may opt … [More]
First Community Bank in Arizona to Launch in More Than 14 Years Holds Grand Opening May 18
Scottsdale Community Bank, the first new community bank in Arizona in more than 14 years, will hold a grand opening ceremony for its investors and special guests on May 18. Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega will speak. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the State of Arizona provided final approval to Scottsdale Community Bank effective January 10. Arizona has only 10 … [More]
Super Bowl Host Committee Names Local Sponsors
The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee today announced Avnet, Ak-Chin and Gila River Indian Communities as Official Partners. The partners each share the vision of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee in delivering a premiere experience and creating lasting social and economic impact across local communities. Each partnership will elevate the Super Bowl LVII experience in … [More]
Phoenix-Based Manufacturing Group Acquires ‘Fun Accessory’ Co. from Scottsdale
Creative Brands of Phoenix, AZ has acquired the Pomchies LLC of Scottsdale, AZ. “We are very pleased to have a new strategic partner who will share our vision for Pomchies and help us grow our business in the future. This team is well versed with the needs of our industry and can help strengthen our marketing position across all channels of distribution,” said Heather … [More]
evolvedMD Raises $5.4M to Integrate Behavioral Health Support into Primary Care
evolvedMD, the market leader in delivering integrated Psychiatric Collaborative Care Management (CoCM) services in primary care, has raised a $5.4 million Series A round of financing led by Waterline Ventures and Conductive Ventures. Operating under the philosophy of "Behavioral Health for All," evolvedMD's model integrates behavioral health services on-site with healthcare … [More]
Fast-Growing Ad Agency Makes Changes at the Top
OH Partners, one of the fastest growing advertising and digital marketing agencies in the country, announces today a shift in leadership. Co-Founder Scott Harkey is now the sole owner of OH Partners and will resume the role of Chief Executive Officer. Harkey co-founded the Inc. 500/5000 company with Matt Owens’ in 2008. Owens left the company earlier this year. In … [More]
Carvana Acquires Auction Co. to Further Growth
Carvana, the leading e-commerce brand for buying and selling used cars, announces the $2.2B acquisition of ADESA’s U.S. physical auction business from KAR Global, consisting of 56 ADESA U.S. locations totaling approximately 6.5 million square feet of buildings on more than 4,000 acres. “This alignment with ADESA U.S. will further strengthen our foundation for growth … [More]
Leading Paper Receipts Co. Acquires Phoenix-Based Liberty Greenleaf
Iconex, the world’s leading provider of highly differentiated label solutions and low-cost paper receipts, announced the acquisition of Liberty Greenleaf. Founded over three decades ago, Liberty Greenleaf is one of the premier manufacturers of point-of-sale (POS) and industrial packaging solutions, with operations in Phoenix, Arizona and Morristown, Tennessee. Financial terms … [More]
AAED Releases 2022 State of Arizona Economic Development Survey Results
The Arizona Association for Economic Development announced the results of its State of Arizona Economic Development survey at its recent spring conference. AAED surveyed its membership of more than 500 economic development practitioners and those that provide goods and services from the private sector. Key takeaways from the survey include: Strong economic outlook for … [More]
Scottsdale Developer Sells Nearly 100 Acres in Florence
Empire Group of Companies recently sold 99.43 acres to DR Horton for approximately $2.5 million. The land is located in the town of Florence, situated at the northeast corner of Central Park Avenue and Highway 287 near downtown. Empire Group entitled and platted the property. The 99.43-acre parcel was platted in two phases and includes a total of 273 lots that are ready for … [More]
More Sellers Dropping Their Prices, But Buyers Find Little Relief
The share of home sellers who dropped their asking price shot up to a six-month-high of 15% for the four weeks ending May 1, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s up from 9% a year earlier, and represents the largest annual gain on record in Redfin’s weekly housing data back through 2015 For homebuyers, the typical … [More]
Nonprofit Receives $2 million from Arizona Department of Education
To mark Mental Health Awareness Month, the Arizona Department of Education announced $12.1 million in targeted funding for health and learning. notMYkid will be receiving $2 million to expand its prevention and behavioral health services to 50,000 youth, parents, caregivers and school faculty. These services will focus particularly on serving Title-I schools, LGBTQ youth, and … [More]
Phoenix-Based Drywall Co. Acquires Florida Co. to Meet Demand, Accelerating Expansion
Phoenix-based Paul Johnson Drywall, Inc. announces closing its investment in Vatos Drywall, a long-term and prolific residential drywall contractor based in Orlando, Florida and serving multiple markets across the state. PJD’s purchase of Vatos grows its service capacities in the region and expands secure access for residential builders to PJD’s industry-leading … [More]
Georgia Corp. Leases Arizona Facility to Bottle Water to Meet Growing Regional Demand
Hiru Corporation, a Georgia corporation, has leased its fourth facility to bottle water. The New Facility is 51,000 square feet and is located in Glendale, Arizona. It will be able to house up to five (5) new automated water bottling lines and have enough room to have a finished good storage contained therein. Additionally, there are seven (7) commercial delivery truck loading … [More]
Grand Opening Announced of Two New Communities at Popular Liberty Master Plan in Phoenix
KB Home announced the grand opening of two new-home communities at the popular Liberty master plan in Phoenix, Arizona. The homebuilder’s Traditions and Reserves communities are ideally located off West Southern Avenue, close to Loop 202, Interstate 10 and Interstate 17, and just 10 miles south of downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor International Airport. The new neighborhoods are … [More]
ASBA Announces Arizona Speaks: What You Need to Know About Elections in Arizona
With an abundance of candidates and policy issues that stand to impact the small business community in this year’s primary and general elections, voting has become increasingly important for small businesses in Arizona. As a result, many businesses are now recognizing the significant impact policy and elected officials have on the wellbeing of their business. The Arizona … [More]
Luxury Residences Break Ground at Foot of Camelback Mountain, Most Units Sold
Ascent at The Phoenician® has officially broken ground on its next phase of development, the Mountainside Residences situated at the base of Camelback Mountain. Overlooking The Phoenician® Golf Course and located adjacent to The Phoenician®, a Luxury Collection Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona, the private, gated community of Ascent at The Phoenician® has become Arizona’s most … [More]
