Vestar, one of the leading privately held shopping center owners and operators in the western United States, announced that Trader Joe’s will soon open at Desert Ridge Marketplace in North Phoenix. Arizona’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination is proud to welcome the nationally recognized neighborhood grocery store, known for its unique products and loyal … [More]
West-MEC to Open Largest Campus Yet Near Thomas and the Loop 101
This July 2026, West-MEC will open the doors to its new Southeast Campus, expanding career and technical education opportunities in one of Arizona's fastest-growing regions. Located near Thomas Road and Loop 101, the campus represents West-MEC's continued commitment to preparing students for high-demand career fields aligned with Arizona's workforce needs. As economic growth … [More]
First Look at Scottsdale Shea’s Major Campus Expansion
HonorHealth, a leading Valley-based nonprofit healthcare system serving more than five million people across the greater Phoenix area, is marking a series of significant enhancements at HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center aimed at improving access, expanding specialty services and elevating the patient and visitor experience. Recent additions include the opening of a … [More]
Uptown Plaza Adds New Dining, Retail Concepts
Following a milestone 70th anniversary year, Uptown Plaza, the historic mid-century modern landmark at the intersection of Central Avenue and Camelback Road, has expanded its retail and dining roster with the addition of two exciting new tenants that are now open: Let’s Toast and Road Runner Sports. The new openings signal continued momentum for the North Central Phoenix … [More]
AI Tool Aims to Speed CRE Loan Quotes for Brokers
CommLoan, a technology company building the modern operating system for commercial real estate lending, announced the launch of its new AI quote generator, giving any commercial real estate mortgage broker in the country instant access to lender matching powered by nearly a decade of proprietary data. The generator allows brokers to upload any offering memorandum or manually … [More]
Arizona Expands Global Chip Push with Asia Mission
Building on record international activity and historic foreign investments, the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), will lead an economic and innovation-focused delegation to Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Taiwan from May 27 through June 3. The visit underscores Arizona’s accelerating international momentum and the state’s expanding leadership in the global technology … [More]
$850M Deal Advances Arizona Cobalt Processing Project
EVelution Energy LLC, a U.S. critical minerals company developing the first commercial-scale cobalt metal and cobalt sulfate processing facility in the United States, announced the signing of a binding long-term offtake agreement with Mitsui & Co., Ltd., valued at approximately $850 million over the five-year term of the agreement (based on current market … [More]
Scottsdale Alternative Asset Manager Acquires Equipment Leasing Co.
Trinity Capital Inc., a leading alternative asset manager, announced that it acquired Equipment Leasing Services, a provider of flexible equipment finance options to businesses across the Southwest in various sectors including manufacturing, transportation, construction and aerospace. With over 25 years in operation, ELS brings an established originations platform, recurring … [More]
$80.5M Research Effort Positions Arizona as Medical Innovation Hub
Banner Health's $80.5 million research enterprise delivered breakthrough treatments to Arizona patients in 2025 while advancing wide-ranging therapies toward FDA approval, according to the organization's annual Milestones in Research report. Operating 1,300 clinical and translational studies across neuroscience, cardiology, oncology and orthopedics, Banner is positioning … [More]
Biltmore Fashion Park Office Building Hits Full Occupancy
RED Development has fully leased the office building at Biltmore Fashion Park, signing Van Trust and Phoenix Design One (PDO), to bring the over 30,000-square-foot building to full occupancy. VanTrust, a national, family-held real estate development company, signed a lease on the second floor, relocating from its existing Phoenix office. PDO, a full-service interior … [More]
24/7 Emergency Vet Hospital Opens in the West Valley
VEG ER for Pets, the world’s veterinary emergency company that helps people and their pets when they need it most, announced the opening of VEG ER for Pets in Arrowhead at 7720 West Bell Rd, Suite B, Glendale, AZ 85308. VEG ER for Pets provides families in Arrowhead and neighboring cities in Maricopa County including Peoria, Arrowhead Ranch, Sun City, North Glendale, … [More]
Phoenix Approves Budget Focused on Families, Housing and City Services
The Phoenix City Council has officially approved a balanced and community‑focused budget for Fiscal Year 2026–27, marking a major milestone in strengthening city services, expanding opportunities for families, and investing in long‑term quality of life across the City. The newly adopted plan reflects months of resident engagement, thoughtful financial planning, and leadership … [More]
70-Year Milestone Marks New Chapter for Phoenix Architecture Firm
CCBG Architects announces the launch of its newly redesigned website, marking a significant milestone as the firm celebrates 70 years of design excellence and continuous practice since 1956. The refreshed digital platform reflects the firm’s legacy and future, showcasing a diverse portfolio, expanded capabilities, expanded studio professionals’ bios, and a continued commitment … [More]
Homebuilder Plans 616K-SF Modular Home Factory in West Valley
Cavco Industries, Inc. announced plans to build a state-of-the-art home manufacturing facility in El Mirage, Arizona. The new 616,000 square foot building facility will increase access to affordable housing across multiple states by producing exceptional, affordable HUD-code manufactured and modular single-family homes. Cavco, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, designs and … [More]
Scottsdale Fintech Platform Names Managing Director
Amplify Technology, LLC the AI-native RIA growth platform built on data lake architecture, announced the appointment of Adam Scully-Power as Managing Director, Enterprise Strategy. Scully-Power joins Amplify to lead the firm’s enterprise sales organization, bringing a rare combination of investment management knowledge, wealth technology expertise, and enterprise strategy … [More]
US Merchants Secures 450K-SF Building in Northwest Valley
The Phoenix Office of JLL announced that it has completed the sale of the 453,960-square-foot Building One at West Summit at Surprise, a new two-building industrial project developed by Mohr Capital in Surprise, Arizona – one of Arizona’s fastest growing cities. US Merchants, a leading North American manufacturer of consumer goods and packaging, purchased Building One for … [More]
Harkey Media Acquires Valley Portfolio with Expansion in Mind
Harkey Media, the out-of-home (OOH) advertising company that has built a national presence across America's largest cities, is making its biggest investment right in its own backyard. The company announced the acquisition of Boulevard Outdoor, a Phoenix-based operator, along with plans to develop approximately half a dozen additional advertising locations throughout the Phoenix … [More]
New Wave of Tenants Push Gilbert Mixed-Use Project to 85% Leased
Mill Creek Residential, a developer, owner-operator and investment manager specializing in premier rental housing across the U.S., announced the addition of several retailers to Modera Higley Commons, a mixed-use community in the Southeast Valley of metropolitan Phoenix. The Mick Brassiere, California Closets and Pvolve are among the seven committed retail tenants at Modera … [More]
