Industry leader Daniel Mazzon has announced the launch of a new company that provides sales and operations representation for commercial real estate vendors in Arizona. The company, Mazzon Industries, begins its venture by signing two major clients: Ace Building Maintenance and RestorationHQ. The demand to open other lines of representation for the security, landscaping, … [More]
Arizona’s Second-Largest School District Honored for Use of Augmented and Virtual Reality in STEM
Because of its long successful implementation of augmented and virtual reality technology (AR/VR) in Arizona elementary schools, zSpace, Inc., a Silicon Valley education company, is proud to honor Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) as a "District of Distinction." A zSpace STEM District of Distinction is a district with the desire and ability to showcase their use of zSpace … [More]
German Energy Co. to Order 100 Nikola Electric Vehicles, Advancing Zero-Emissions Commercial Use
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, and IVECO, the brand of Iveco Group that designs, manufactures, and markets heavy, medium, and light-duty trucks, announced a Letter of Intent for an order of 100 Class 8, heavy-duty Nikola Tre hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) from GP JOULE, a system … [More]
Arizona-Based Modern Law Firm Launches, Names Managing Partner
Axiom formally launched Axiom Advice & Counsel (AA&C), an Arizona-based law firm, continuing a twenty-plus year track record of legal services innovation. The announcement follows the Arizona Supreme Court's decision to grant AA&C an alternative business structure license that allows the Axiom subsidiary to operate as a law firm. While Axiom will continue offering … [More]
Up-and-Coming Hispanic Startups Are Strengthening Arizona’s Economy
Forty-five Hispanic entrepreneurs from Maricopa County and 10 from Yavapai County are boosting the statewide economy as they prepare to graduate from Local First Arizona’s Spanish-language business accelerator Fuerza Local. The startups from Cottonwood, Sedona, Mesa, Maryvale, central Phoenix and south Phoenix range from restaurants to photography and life coaching to … [More]
Phoenix-Based RV Rental Tech Co. Files IPO
RVeloCITY, Inc., doing business as RVnGO, a person-to-person recreational vehicle rental platform, announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") relating to a proposed initial public offering of its Class A common stock. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering … [More]
Cannabis Co. Launches Highsman Cannabis Products from NFL Legend in Arizona
Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the United States, today announced the official launch of Highsman, the purpose-driven cannabis lifestyle brand founded by NFL legend Ricky Williams. Highsman will be available statewide in all Trulieve and Harvest branded Arizona retail locations starting Friday, January 20. "Our … [More]
2022 Proved to be Year of Transition for Residential Real Estate, Says Report
As market cools, home sales soften, economic conditions in Phoenix expected to help offset market challenges and headwinds
From enormous gains to an anticipated tempering, a lot has happened over the course of 2022. That’s according to a report based on the most recent ARMLS data released by Phoenix REALTORS® that outlines the state of the residential real estate market and where it is anticipated to go in 2023. “When we look at where we began – mortgage rates near historic lows, fierce buyer … [More]
CGCC Partners with City of Chandler for Paid Internships
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) has partnered with the City of Chandler to provide paid internships for CGCC students. These internships offer a wide-variety of experiences in areas such as social media marketing, information technology, the arts, administration, and more. Devon Mahon is the Career Services Internship Analyst. As an employee of the Maricopa County … [More]
Travelers Institute to Host Cybersecurity Symposium in Phoenix Jan. 26
The Travelers Institute, the public policy division of The Travelers Companies, Inc., will host an in-person Cyber: Prepare, Prevent, Mitigate, Restore® symposium on Thursday, Jan. 26, in Phoenix. The event, which is part of a national series, promotes dialogue and education around helping businesses prepare for and respond to cyber incidents. “We look forward to an … [More]
Report Reveals Latest Construction Trends in North American Cities, Phoenix Sees Cost Increases
International property and construction consultancy firm Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) has released its Quarterly Cost Report providing an on-the-ground picture of construction activity in 14 key North American markets and data-driven insights into the industry for the fourth quarter of 2022. As 2022 comes to a close, the construction industry continues to face a variety of … [More]
SRP Customers Offered Super Bowl Experience Ticket Discount
As the Big Game and all the hoopla that accompanies it draws near, SRP customers can receive 57-percent off general admission tickets for the Super Bowl Experience, presented by Lowe’s. On February 12, 2023, all eyes will be on the Valley as the State Farm Stadium hosts the Super Bowl LVII in Glendale. The game will be played in SRP’s service territory. The … [More]
Goodyear-Based Tech Co. Provides Vital Staffing Solutions to Carriers Nationwide
The process of hiring replacement drivers has been made significantly easier and more efficient through an on-demand app created by F|Staff, a Phoenix-based CDL operator staffing company. This app, which is now available on both the App Store and Google Play, is a resource for both carriers who are looking for replacement drivers, as well as drivers who are looking for work. … [More]
Nikola Launches First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Mobile Fueler
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emission transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, announced that it has developed an innovative, heavy-duty, 700 bar (10,000 psi) hydrogen mobile fueler capable of direct fueling hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Nikola’s mobile fueler program includes its own mobile fuelers as well as a … [More]
Valley Hospitality Tech Co. Partners with Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee to Staff Super Bowl LVII Events
Qwick, the technology-enabled leader in staffing for hospitality businesses and freelancers, has partnered with the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee in preparation for the massive tourism influx expected throughout the Phoenix metro area leading up to February's game. The new partnership between Qwick and the Host Committee, a nonprofit corporation that drives lasting … [More]
Phoenix Added More Than 19,600 New Apartments since 2012, 18% Increase in the Past Decade
New year, new challenges. As rentals are a red-hot commodity these days and older buildings are almost filled up, in their latest report, Rent Cafe uncover the top 50 cities in the U.S. where renters have the best chances of moving into newer, larger apartments located in coveted areas. Phoenix ranks 5th among Arizona’s best cities for finding new apartments. However, … [More]
A Custom-Home Enclave That Is One of the Last Remaining in Paradise Valley Is Announced
Scottsdale-based luxury home developer, Silver Sky Development, has announced a new custom-home enclave, Silver Sky, named in honor of the incredibly colorful sunsets viewed from it’s Mummy Mountain site. Silver Sky is a rare, pristine parcel, home to 12 sprawling, ultra-custom estate homes in Paradise Valley, Ariz. The last of its size in this exclusive area, nestled against … [More]
Transportation, Workforce, Water among the 2023 Policy Priorities for AAED
Transportation and broadband infrastructure. Clear development agreements. Make Arizona more competitive. Ensuring a qualified workforce. Water conservation. Those are some of the main policy priorities for 2023 being embraced by the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED), according to Executive Director Carrie Kelly. “Our 2023 policy priorities are part of … [More]
