Leading global technology solutions provider Avnet is teaming up with Digital Realty, the largest global provider of cloud- and carrier-neutral data center, colocation and interconnection solutions, to equip companies and application providers to develop, launch, scale and/or enhance their video broadcast product offerings. Jointly developed specifically for high performance, … [More]
Tips to Avoid a Busted Budget This Holiday Season
From labor and product shortages to higher prices and shipping delays, this year’s holiday shopping season has the potential to be more stressful — and costly — than usual for consumers. “Despite the uncertainty and added stress brought on by supply-chain and other pandemic-induced challenges, no doubt many people will get caught up in the spending spirit this holiday … [More]
Phoenix City Manager Names First Director of Office of Accountability and Transparency
City Manager Jeff Barton has named Roger Smith as the city’s first Director of the Office of Accountability and Transparency (OAT). The Phoenix City Council first approved the new office last year, finalizing the specific duties of the office in June. This includes monitoring or investigating members of the Phoenix Police Department and ensuring complaints against officers … [More]
Nephrology Organization Expands Access with Acquisition of Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Global Vascular Solutions, an owner and operator of outpatient surgery centers for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients, recently launched with the acquisition of three ambulatory surgery centers in the Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona markets. GVS is a division of Global Nephrology Solutions (“GNS”), one of the largest physician-led and physician-owned kidney care platforms in … [More]
Rush Street Interactive Fully Launches BetRivers Online Sportsbook in Arizona
Rush Street Interactive, Inc., a leading online sports betting and casino company in the United States, announced that its award-winning BetRivers online sportsbook is fully launched in Arizona. Sports fans aged 21 and over can now register, deposit funds, wager, and withdraw payouts quickly and securely from the BetRivers Sportsbook app for iOS and Android. The … [More]
WESTMARC to Host West Valley Tech Summit, Dec 2
WESTMARC is hosting a regional West Valley Tech Summit on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at the Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park. Expert speakers will focus on how Arizona continues to thrive during disruptive times. Sandra Watson, President and CEO of Arizona Commerce Authority, will share her knowledge and experience on how Arizona and Greater Phoenix has become the hotspot … [More]
ASU’s Thunderbird and the City of Phoenix Showcase Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Launch of Global Entrepreneurship Week
Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University (ASU) has been selected by the Global Entrepreneurship Network to launch Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) on November 6 at the school’s new state-of-the-art global headquarters in Phoenix, Ariz. GEW is an international movement, powered by the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) with support from the … [More]
$40.7 Million Announced to Expand Affordable Housing, Combat Homelessness
Governor Doug Ducey announced $40.7 million to provide transitional housing for Arizonans, including members of the Native American community and those with special needs. “We’re making targeted investments to ensure Arizonans in need have a hand up, not a hand out,” said Governor Ducey. “These funds will help families and individuals who are struggling access transitional … [More]
DES Announces the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program
The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) announced today the launch of the Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), to provide financial relief to families for water and wastewater bills to avoid shutoffs or disconnections. Eligible households statewide can receive up to $1,800 in water assistance, depending on their need. Assistance includes water … [More]
Ryan Companies Breaks Ground on Arizona Humane Society Campus
Ryan Companies US, Inc. – a national developer, designer, builder, capital markets partner and real estate manager offering full-service commercial real estate solutions – and Arizona Humane Society (AHS) announce today the groundbreaking of the Arizona Humane Society Rob and Melani Walton Papago Park Campus. The new 72,000-square-foot campus and medical complex will be a … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Water Company Announces International Expansion with Canadian Distribution Agreement
The Alkaline Water Company Inc., the country’s largest independent alkaline water company and the Clean Beverage® company, announced today that it will begin international distribution in Canada through a non-exclusive partnership with R&M Royal Palms Beverage Co. Ltd (“R&M”). R&M, which is based in Langley, British Columbia, will distribute Alkaline88® and A88 … [More]
Arizona Arts Organizations to Dim Their Lights on Friday Evening in Remembrance of Judd Herberger
The Herberger Theater, alongside more than 15 Arizona arts organizations, will honor the life of Judd Herberger with a dimming of the theater lights at 7:15pm on Friday, November 5. Judd Herberger, longtime arts philanthropist and beloved member of the community, passed away on October 27, 2021. The tradition of dimming the lights pays tribute to the life of celebrated … [More]
Data & Analytics Recruitment Firm Announces Further International Expansion with New Office in Tempe, Ariz.
Harnham, the global leader in Data & Analytics recruitment, based across the U.K., E.U. and U.S., has announced its latest expansion with a new office in Tempe, Ariz. to meet the growing demand for Data & Analytics talent across the region and globe. The Greater Phoenix expansion marks Harnham’s third office in the U.S., joining San Francisco and New York. This … [More]
Drybar Expands to Tempe, Celebrates Ten Years in the Valley
Drybar, a premier blow dry bar specializing in just blowouts, no cuts or colors, plans to open its doors to Tempe residents on Nov. 12, 2021. Located at The Watermark, the 1,400-square-foot space will consist of eight styling chairs and feature all of Drybar's signature elements. “This year we’re not only celebrating 10 years of Drybar shops in Arizona, but we’re also … [More]
Arizona Department of Housing Announces $15 Million to Support Arizonans Experiencing Homelessness
Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Housing today announced the distribution of $15.35 million in federal funding to support three projects aimed at providing shelter and services to Arizonans experiencing homelessness. “We must do all we can to ensure Arizonans in need have access to safe, clean and reliable housing,” said Governor Ducey. “The homeless … [More]
Port of Los Angeles Gears Up for a Robust Return of Cruise Ship Sailings
The departure of the Grand Princess at the Port of Los Angeles on September 25 signaled the start of a big comeback for cruise ship operations at the World Cruise Center on the LA Waterfront. The Port is forecasting more than 200 sailings during the 2022 calendar year – the most since 2008. Vacationers can choose itineraries from 11 unique cruise brands, anchored by the … [More]
Shots for Eligible Children Available at 15 Select CVS Locations in Arizona
CVS Health announced that select CVS Pharmacy locations will be offering a two-dose primary series of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 pediatric vaccine to children ages five to 11 years of age starting on Sunday, 11/7, upon receipt and confirmation of vaccine supply. This follows authorization of the vaccine by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) based on guidance … [More]
Incubator for Women Expands Demographic to Include Women 40 and Over
Now closing in on the completion of its inaugural business accelerator program, RECREATE Now, LLC, which launched in 2021, has announced the expansion of its membership to include women 40 and over. The RECREATE Action Tank is set to welcome this demographic for its 2022 programs, which launch this January. The RECREATE Action Tank serves as a complete one-stop-shop … [More]
