Two of Arizona’s craft breweries, Huss Brewing Co. and PHX Beer Co., announced their merger, creating a powerful new partnership within the Arizona beverage industry. United under a recently established umbrella company, Zonafide Beverages LLC., the collective paves the way for innovation and growth, and is poised to expand into multiple beverage categories while continuing to … [More]
Arizona Science Center Partners to Launches Immersive STEM Experience
The SEMI Foundation, the nonprofit arm of SEMI, announced the launch of SEMIquest, an immersive, hands-on STEM experience designed to ignite curiosity and connect Arizona’s students to the vast career opportunities in the semiconductor industry. Featured as a special exhibition at the Arizona Science Center, SEMIquest will be showcased on October 9 in conjunction with SEMICON … [More]
Private Equity Firm Establishes Phoenix Office, Names Principal
Banner Capital Management, LLC, a private equity firm focused on investing in founder-led and family-owned businesses in the Western United States, announced the establishment of its Phoenix office and the appointment of Michael Muscheid as Principal to spearhead the firm's Arizona market expansion. Mr. Muscheid brings more than eight years of experience in … [More]
Valley Chef and Restaurant Innovator to Open Latest Fast Casual Concept
The Maggiore Group, known for bold culinary experiences including Hash Kitchen, The Italiano, The Mexicano and The Sicilian Butcher, is officially opening its latest fast casual concept, The Delicatessen, at 12811 N. Tatum Blvd. in Phoenix. Led by award-winning Chef Joey Maggiore, the New York Jewish-style deli will boast a vibrant menu filled with hand-carved sandwiches piled … [More]
Scottsdale Neuroscience Startup Secures $35M Funding Round
Jocasta Neuroscience, Inc., a preclinical stage, longevity-focused company, with its lead asset, a proprietary formulation of the longevity protein, a - Klotho, for the treatment of conditions, including cognitive impairment in neurodegenerative diseases, today announced it has raised $35 million in a Series A financing. The funds will be used to support … [More]
AI Accounting Startup Closes Series A Funding, Adding Firepower to Scale
Soraban, the Intelligent Admin Copilot for accounting firms, announced the close of its Series A funding round led by Altos Ventures. The accounting industry isn't just short on talent — it's drowning in unbillable tasks. While most automation tools focus on the tax work itself, Soraban targets the 40-60% of the workweek that firms can't bill. "At Soraban, our … [More]
Central Phoenix Pizzeria Expands with Paradise Valley Location
Federal Pizza, the award-winning restaurant known for its welcoming hospitality and wood-fired pizzas and pastas paired with craft drinks and great vibes is scheduled to open its second-ever location in Paradise Valley. Housed inside a custom-built, standalone 4,000-sq.-ft. space highlighted by a curving, 1,500 sq ft outdoor dining patio that hugs half the building, this new … [More]
New-to-Arizona Prefab Firm Targets Faster Data Center Delivery
Clark Pacific, a leading provider of prefabricated systems transforming building design and construction, announced a strategic expansion to the Pacific Northwest and Southwest regions. A trusted partner in the California construction market for more than 60 years, Clark Pacific will open offices in Arizona and Washington that will allow the company to meet growing demand for … [More]
27,000 SF Tempe Retail Project Breaks Ground; 75% Pre-Leased
Thompson Thrift, a full-service nationally recognized real estate company, announced that construction is underway on South Tempe Square, a 27,000-square-foot neighborhood shopping center in the heart of Tempe. "The city of Tempe has been a great partner as we've worked to thoughtfully develop South Tempe Square," said Dan Sink, president and chief financial … [More]
Used EV Share Rises on Expanded Inventory, SUVs Drive Growth
Carvana Co., an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, released an EV Trends Report, highlighting continued momentum in battery electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) (together, “electrified vehicles”) adoption. The report shows electrified vehicles now 9% of Carvana’s retail unit sales, with SUV models driving much of the growth in recent … [More]
onsemi Tech Fuels High-Performance EVs for Global Markets
onsemi announced that select Xiaomi YU7 electric SUV models feature an advanced 800V drive platform powered by onsemi’s EliteSiC M3e technology. The EliteSiC M3e platform features superior performance and efficiency enabling automakers to design smaller, lighter, and more robust traction systems for electric vehicles (EV). By integrating onsemi’s EliteSiC M3e technology into … [More]
Gilbert Infrastructure Builder Elevates Leaders to Drive Statewide Growth
As Hunter Contracting Co. approaches its 65th anniversary, the company is forging ahead with bold, future-focused initiatives that reflect its evolution from a traditional civil contractor to a comprehensive infrastructure partner. More than builders of roads and utilities, Hunter has become a trusted force in shaping Arizona’s essential infrastructure - from parks and water … [More]
Scottsdale Arts Begins New Partnership with Cattle Track Arts Compound
Scottsdale Arts and Cattle Track Arts Compound are launching a creative partnership that includes a new career-development program for emerging artists, among other endeavors. The nonprofit Scottsdale Arts will begin managing various elements of Cattle Track, located in central Scottsdale, while the compound will retain its own board and property oversight through an existing … [More]
First Model Homes Open in West Valley Community amid New-Build Surge
Howard Hughes and Century Communities announced the opening of the first model homes at Teravalis, the new Howard Hughes community in the Phoenix West Valley. Located in Floreo, the community’s inaugural village, the model homes offer prospective homeowners an early look at the lifestyle and design that will define the Teravalis experience. “As the first models to open at … [More]
Internet Provider Secures $435M to Accelerate West Valley Fiber Expansion
Wyyerd Fiber, a Fiber Internet Service Provider backed by Carlyle, announced an expansion of its debt facility to $435 million. The additional funding will be used to accelerate the company's continued deployment of 100% fiber-to-the-premise Internet in its core operating regions of Arizona and California, including Tucson and the West Valley of metropolitan Phoenix. This … [More]
Arizona Businesses Latest to Support New Gas Infrastructure Project
A broad Arizona business community coalition expressed its strong support for the recently announced interstate natural gas pipeline project to be constructed, owned, and operated by Transwestern Pipeline Company. This essential infrastructure initiative will provide Arizona with enhanced natural gas capacity necessary to secure the state’s energy future. Once complete, the … [More]
Phoenix Identified as Strategic Growth Market by National Construction Co.
National general contractor, JE Dunn Construction, has identified Phoenix as a strategic growth market for its Advanced Facilities Group (AFG), citing surging demand for mission critical, semiconductor and industrial facilities. To spearhead regional growth and further expand its semiconductor and industrial capabilities in the Southwest, the company has hired veteran Dave … [More]
Scottsdale Hearing Aid Co. Announces Expansion with Major Retail Partnership
Audien Hearing, the No. 1-selling over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid brand, announced that its flagship Atom One and Atom Pro 2 hearing aids will be available in Walgreens stores, as well as on walgreens.com and in the Walgreens app, this month. The rollout marks Audien's entry into retail pharmacy, advancing its mission to make hearing support more affordable and accessible … [More]
