Renowned Phoenix chef/restaurateur, Doug Robson, is opened an all-new restaurant, Tesota, in the heart of Uptown Phoenix. Open daily for lunch, dinner and happy hour, Tesota (300 W Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ) is the newest creation from Robson, the chef/partner behind Gallo Blanco and Otro Café in Phoenix. Nestled inside the stunning indoor-outdoor space that previously housed … [More]
Research Initiative Advances Arizona’s Semiconductor Ecosystem by Using Sound-Based Technology
The Partnership for Economic Innovation (PEI), a passionate collective of business and community leaders dedicated to accelerating Arizona’s economic opportunities, announced Crystal Sonic, a Phoenix-based hard-technology start-up, is joining its industry-leading Applied Research Center. This public-private partnership with researchers at ASU will advance chip manufacturing … [More]
Grand Opening of Luxury Rental Home Community in Phoenix
Sustainable Luxury Phoenix’s Zora Encanto
Suncrest, a leading residential master-developer, is making waves in Phoenix with recent grand opening of their luxury rental home community – Phoenix's Zora Encanto – a first in their planned national portfolio of Zora Living communities, Zora Encanto celebrated their Grand Opening on April 13, and sets a new standard for sustainability and superior living. Located near … [More]
Florida Hotel REIT Announces First Arizona Acquisition, Adds Exposure to Booming Phoenix MSA
Chatham Lodging Trust Acquires Home2 Suites Phoenix Downtown
Chatham Lodging Trust, a hotel real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on investing in upscale, extended-stay hotels and premium-branded, select-service hotels, announced that the company has acquired the recently opened, 148-room Home2 Suites by Hilton Phoenix Downtown for $43.3 million or approximately $293,000 per room. The institutional quality, six-story hotel sits in … [More]
ASU Receives $1 Million Grant to Lead Change in Study Abroad
The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) has selected Arizona State University (ASU) as one of four nationally recognized institutions of higher education to receive $1 million in matching grants over four years to establish new study abroad programs that will advance institutional goals while improving student outcomes. ASU’s College of Liberal Arts and … [More]
Arizona’s Top Ranked ‘Side Hustle’ is Podcasting, Says Study
New research has discovered the most Googled side hustles in Arizona, with Podcasting at the top of the list. Knowledge entrepreneurs at Freedom Bound Business analyzed the total average number of monthly Google searches for terms related to side hustles, including ‘how to start [side hustle]’ and ‘how to make money from [side hustle]’ to determine which ones citizens are most … [More]
Phoenix-Based Pickleball Franchise Names Official Apparel Provider
Pickleball Kingdom, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, is celebrated for its state-of-the-art facilities and dedication to promoting the sport of pickleball. The partnership with Original Penguin underscores Pickleball Kingdom's commitment to providing its community with the best resources and experiences. "We're thrilled to welcome Original Penguin as our official apparel … [More]
Multifamily Investment Co. Secures Approval for New Housing Project in Mesa
Neighborhood Ventures, a leading real estate investment company utilizing crowdfunding to enable both accredited and non-accredited investors to invest in multifamily properties, announced today that the Mesa City Council has unanimously approved their zoning application for the site of the former American Inn on Country Club Road and Southern Avenue. The 6-0 vote paves the way … [More]
Airbnb Partners to Offer EV Charger Discounts; Searches for EV Chargers in AZ Surge by 113%
As part of our ongoing work to support the sustainability goals of our hosts and guests, Airbnb is partnering with ChargePoint, a leading provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), to make it easier for hosts to install EV chargers at their listings and expand access to EV chargers across the US. This partnership comes at a time when Airbnb guests … [More]
Over $8.3M in Rebates for Clean School Buses across Arizona Announced
In a significant move, the Biden-Harris Administration today announced the recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2023 Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, a key initiative under President Biden’s Investing in America agenda. The rebates, totaling $8,345,000 for Arizona, will enable selectees to purchase 30 clean school buses in 10 school … [More]
Four New Leases in SkySong 2 Building Bring Project to Near Capacity
SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center has experienced a flurry of leasing activity in recent weeks that has brought the project closer to capacity. Four new leases signed recently, all in the project’s SkySong 2 building, total more than 10,400 square feet. The five-year leases range in diverse uses, including GH2 Architects which signed for a 3,563-square-foot … [More]
48-Acre Industrial Park Breaks Ground Near Glendale’s Sports and Entertainment Corridor
VanTrust held a ceremonial groundbreaking event for Phase I of the 48-acre VT 101 industrial park, which will consist of three buildings totaling 750,000 square feet. Elected officials, City staff and the project team gathered to celebrate the occasion. VT 101 is located along Loop 101 at the southwest corner of North Ballpark Boulevard and 99th Avenue, adjacent to … [More]
Mesa’s Efforts to Reach Carbon Neutrality Rewarded with $265,570 from SRP
Mesa Mayor John Giles accepted a check for $267,570 in rebates from SRP, marking a significant milestone in the City’s efforts to reach carbon neutrality in the decades ahead. The check, presented by SRP Associate General Manager and Chief Customer Executive Vanessa Kisicki, represents rebate incentives for energy efficiency projects and Mesa’s electric firetruck. “The City … [More]
Arizona Market Heats Up: Homeownership Sees Major Increase over a Decade, Research Shows
New research has revealed the states with the most significant increase in homeownership since 2014, with Maryland taking the top spot and in seventh was Arizona, with an 8.41% increase. Real estate experts Agent Advice analyzed a recent housing vacancy and homeownership survey from government census data to determine the states that had experienced the most significant … [More]
Taiwan Delegation to Explore Bioscience Innovation in Phoenix
Biotechnology wave to follow semiconductor industry as leaders from Taiwan expand conversations of collaboration and alliances in Phoenix in upcoming visit.
A delegation from Taiwan including officials, business and start-up founders, hospital leaders and other bioscience industry experts are visiting this week to experience first-hand the cutting-edge research and development being conducted in the field of bioscience and advanced medical technology in Phoenix. The visit is a result of Phoenix’s Bioscience Healthcare Strategic … [More]
$950K in Grants Providing Incentives to Arizona Teachers for Dual Enrollment Certification
Arizona educators who become certified to teach dual enrollment courses are now eligible for a $1,000 incentive, thanks to a $950,000 grant awarded by Helios Education Foundation to the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation’s ElevateEdAZ. This incentive aims to get more teachers dual enrollment certified to provide more equitable access to dual enrollment courses for students … [More]
Strategic Partnership Brings Solutions to the Financial Services and Collections Industries
Abstrakt Corp, a real-time call guidance and automated QA software, announced that the company now integrates with the leading cloud contact center software provider, Intelligent Contacts. This collaboration aims to bring transformative solutions to the financial services and collections industries, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and the overall customer … [More]
Toronto-Based Airline Adds Nonstop Toronto-Pearson/Phoenix Route
Porter Airlines announced new daily, round-trip service between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), beginning on October 3. The new route marks Porter’s first arrival in Arizona, providing a direct link between Canada’s largest city and the Valley of the Sun. Phoenix is a favourite Canadian getaway, featuring the … [More]
