Linde announced that it has been awarded a new long-term agreement to supply ultra-high-purity industrial gases to one of the world’s largest semiconductor manufacturers. The agreement will support the expansion of the customer’s semiconductor manufacturing complex in Phoenix, Arizona. Linde will invest $1 billion to expand its existing on-site industrial gases complex in … [More]
Valley Family Housing Nonprofit Appoints New Chief Executive
Family Promise of Greater Phoenix, a nonprofit serving families with children experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis in the Valley, has appointed Pamela Hyde as its new Chief Executive Officer. Hyde brings nearly 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience advancing organizations dedicated to strengthening families, protecting children, and serving vulnerable populations … [More]
Major West Valley Development Names Main Street Developer
FIVE NORTH at VISTANCIA has reached a significant milestone with the selection of Scottsdale-based Lyfe Companies to develop its first phase of the main street retail and restaurant corridor, signaling continued momentum for the next major mixed-use hot spot destination in the far North Peoria/West Valley area. Vistancia Development LLC has entered into a contract with … [More]
Valley Architecture Firm Marks Milestone Year with New Headquarters
triARC architecture & design has three powerful reasons to celebrate in 2026: the move into its newly renovated headquarters at 3333 E. Indian School Road, the firm's 20th anniversary, and Principal Owner Jill Hamblen's 33rd year of practicing architecture. The Phoenix-based architecture and design firm officially moved into its new home on June 15, marking a significant … [More]
AI Counter-Drone Platform Advances to Flight Testing in Mesa
ZenaTech, Inc., a technology solution provider specializing in AI drone, Drone as a Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and Quantum Computing solutions, announced that its ZenaDrone subsidiary has commenced the initial flight testing phase of its Interceptor P-1, the Company’s low-cost, one-way autonomous counter-drone platform designed to physically intercept hostile unmanned … [More]
$927M Impact Underscores Goodwill’s Role in Arizona’s Economy
Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona and Goodwill Industries of Southern Arizona released the findings of a new economic and social impact study highlighting the organizations’ wide-ranging contributions to Arizona’s economy, workforce, and communities. The study, completed by Viable Insights and the Economic Policy Institute at Northern Arizona University, underscores … [More]
$20M Medical Office Project Breaks Ground in Queen Creek
The Phoenix office of Kidder Mathews announced the groundbreaking of The Collective on Ocotillo, a new Class A medical office condominium development located at the SEC of Ocotillo Road and 226th Street in Queen Creek, Arizona. The $20.1 million project, developed by A.T. Craft of Mesa, Arizona, will provide healthcare professionals and medical users with a rare opportunity … [More]
Scottsdale Quarter Strengthens Luxury Retail Mix with Arizona Debuts
Scottsdale Quarter has signed lease agreements with Hill House Home and L’AGENCE, marking the Arizona debut of two of contemporary fashion’s most compelling brands. Hill House is slated to open late summer to early fall of this year, followed by L’AGENCE in early 2027, marking the latest milestones in an active year of leasing for the property. "Hill House Home and … [More]
Major Tempe Office Redevelopment Delivers New Industrial Hub
Creation, one of Arizona's leading real estate development firms, in partnership with CrossHarbor Capital Partners and Amherst, announced the completion of Nexus Commerce Center, a three-building, 273,000-square-foot Class-A industrial park at Elliot Road and Hardy Drive in Tempe. Delivered on a 16-acre site once home to Elliot Corporate Center, the redevelopment converts a … [More]
Chandler Program Gives Businesses Direct Access to City Decision-Makers
The City of Chandler is making it easier for businesses to connect directly with city leadership through a new initiative, "Let's Talk Business." The program provides business owners, entrepreneurs, developers, investors and commercial real estate professionals with dedicated 30-minute, one-on-one meetings with Economic Development Director Micah Miranda to discuss … [More]
Arizona Cardinals Foundation Funds New Barrow Care Initiative
Barrow Neurological Foundation announced that it has received a $400,000 grant from the Arizona Cardinals Foundation to establish a transitional care platform for intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) at Barrow Neurological Institute. This critical support marks the launch of a three-year commitment from the Arizona Cardinals Foundation, dedicated to funding … [More]
Record Heat Sends SRP Power Demand to All-Time High
SRP delivered a record amount of energy to customers on Friday, July 24, keeping customers in power on the hottest day of the year so far. Based on preliminary information, SRP delivered an all-time high peak load of 9,072 megawatts (MW) between 5 and 6 p.m. This surpasses the previous record peak of 8,542 MW set on August 7, 2025. The company also exceeded the 2025 record … [More]
True Food Kitchen Taps Restaurant Industry Veteran as CEO
True Food Kitchen, the chef-crafted restaurant known for its craveable flavors, ingredient-forward menu and full-day dining experience, announced the appointment of Jeff Chandler as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. A restaurant industry veteran with more than 30 years of executive leadership experience, Mr. Chandler joins True Food Kitchen to lead the … [More]
Desert Financial Taps Veteran Credit Union Executive for EVP Role
Desert Financial Credit Union has named Kevin Martin as its new executive vice president, bringing deep experience in credit union leadership, strategic planning and member experience to the organization. "I'm honored to join Desert Financial at such a pivotal moment for the credit union," said Martin. "What drew me here is the unmistakable focus on members and the … [More]
Tempe Marketplace Adds Five New National Retailers
Tempe Marketplace, the Valley’s premier open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment destination, is welcoming a new wave of upscale retail tenants led by first-to-market outdoor and performance brands Carhartt and KUIU, which have selected the property for their first Phoenix-area locations. The lineup also includes Tommy Hilfiger, Coach, and Glo Tanning, further reinforcing … [More]
$44.5M Land Deal Paves Way for 308 Verrado Homes
Tri Pointe Homes announced the acquisition of approximately 99 acres within Verrado Highlands, the newest community within the award-winning Verrado planned community located in Buckeye, Arizona. Capitalized in partnership with Kennedy Lewis Investment Management and purchased from DMB White Tank, LLC for approximately $44.5 million, the acquisition is expected to bring 308 … [More]
Arizona Fitness Expansion Continues with New Mesa Club
Amped Fitness announced that their newest location, Amped Fitness Mesa, will officially open its doors on Monday, July 27, bringing the brand’s immersive Amped Universe experience to the Mesa community. The opening represents the continued growth of Amped Fitness’ footprint in Arizona, with the brand’s Glendale location opening earlier this year and further expansion planned … [More]
TSMC Supplier Leases 151,000-Square-Foot Phoenix Facility
Marketech International Corporation, a leading Taiwanese technology service provider, has finalized a lease for a 151,451-square-foot warehouse facility at 950 West Rose Garden Lane in Phoenix’s Deer Valley submarket. Kidder Mathews Executive Vice Presidents Mike Ciosek and Eric Bell represented MIC in the transaction. MIC is a key contractor supporting Taiwan Semiconductor … [More]
