The Phoenix Metro Chamber of Commerce announced that it will now be known as The Empowerment Networking Organization (ENO). The organization says that the name change comes as a result of a strategic rebranding initiative aimed at better reflecting the organization's mission and values. ENO is a membership-based organization dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses … [More]
Imaging Group Reaches Long-Term Agreement with Healthcare Insurer
Sonoran Radiology, a Radiology Partners-affiliated practice, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Arizona have reached a new long-term agreement that will immediately restore BCBSAZ’s members’ in-network access to their Sonoran Radiology imaging providers. As of January 1, 2023, a new agreement is in place between the radiology group and insurance company. This agreement … [More]
Luxury Multifamily Development Co. Finishes First Arizona Project
GCON Inc., an Arizona-based, full-service construction management firm, is putting the finishing touches on a first-of-its-kind project in Arizona. Town Deer Valley, a 388-unit luxury multifamily development, is the first project in Arizona for the Related Group, one of the leading developers of luxury apartments, condominiums, and hospitality projects in the country. Town … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Opens Avondale Campus, Names Leadership Team
As Phoenix Children's prepares to open a freestanding emergency department in July 2023 in Avondale, Ariz., the pediatric healthcare system announced The Phoenix Children's–Avondale Campus' clinical leadership team. Christina Conrad, DO, a pediatric emergency medicine specialist, will serve as medical director and Theresa Asta, RN, MSN, CPEN, CPN, will serve as clinical … [More]
Arizona Ranks Top 5 in the Nation for Business, Innovation
Arizona’s business environment and innovation ecosystem have earned top accolades. Arizona ranked in the top 5 in Chief Executive Magazine’s list of “Best States For Business,” the second year in a row Arizona has placed in the top 5, based on a survey of nearly 700 CEOs and business owners in all 50 states. Arizona was also recognized as one of the most innovative states in … [More]
Nikola Strategic Partnership on Hydrogen Infrastructure to Fund Up to 50 Stations
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, and Voltera, a leading provider of critical infrastructure necessary to support the full decarbonization of transportation, announced a definitive agreement to develop the hydrogen fueling infrastructure required to support Nikola's deployment … [More]
March U.S. Annual Home Price Growth Dips to Lowest Rate in More Than a Decade, Says Report
CoreLogic®, a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released the CoreLogic Home Price Index (HPI™) and HPI Forecast™ for March 2023. U.S. home price growth fell to 3.1% in March, the lowest rate of appreciation since the spring of 2012. While home price growth rose for the 134th consecutive month, it declined from one year … [More]
New Restaurant Opens in Gilbert’s Epicenter at Agritopia
Spinato’s Pizzeria & Family Kitchen is expanding its presence into the East Valley, with a new, modern restaurant opening in Gilbert’s Epicenter at Agritopia. Epicenter is an exceptional residential and retail destination in the heart of Agritopia, the highly regarded vertical mixed-use development that has redefined the community of Gilbert. Spinato’s will officially open … [More]
Golf Club Closes for Greens and Bunker Renovation Project
Power Ranch Golf Club, owned by Thompson Golf Group, is closing its doors from May 15 to early September to complete an ambitious renovation. Led by Gary Brawley Design, the project will culminate in new greens that are easier to maintain, provide expanded areas for pin locations and create a more enjoyable and playable experience. While the course will be closed, the practice … [More]
Banks Combine to Create the Largest Community Bank Headquartered in Arizona
Bancorp 34, Inc., the holding company of Bank 34, and CBOA Financial, Inc., the holding company of Commerce Bank of Arizona, today jointly announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement to combine and form the second largest bank headquartered in Arizona. Under the terms of the definitive merger agreement, Commerce shareholders will receive 0.24 shares of BCTF common … [More]
Virtus Pays $49M for Phoenix Medical Office Building in The Grove on Camelback
Virtus Real Estate Capital has acquired Banner Health Center Plus at The Grove, a 70,000-square-foot medical office building in Phoenix, for $48.5 million. The previous owner was RED Development, according to CommercialEdge data. JLL represented the seller. According to the same source, the property was subject to a construction loan of $30 million in 2021, provided by … [More]
First-of-Its-Kind Partnership Brings Tempe a New World-Class Hotel
Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU brings a new brand of hospitality to the city while adding more than 330 guest rooms and a dynamic mix of restaurant, bar, and events spaces - and is now open. “We are thrilled to be a part of this exciting time of growth and change in the Tempe community,” said Peter Strebel. “Every Omni hotel is inspired by the authentic spirit of the destination. … [More]
Mesa-Based Art Retailer Launches New Gaming-Themed Art Prints and Merchandise
Paintpourium, a Mesa-based provider of unique and high-quality art prints, is proud to announce the launch of a new set of gaming themed art prints and merchandise. The collection features original designs inspired by popular video games and gaming culture. Each print is carefully crafted with a high level of detail and color accuracy, using premium quality paper and ink. … [More]
Developer Expands Phoenix Data Center Campus in Mesa, Announces Sustainability Certification
EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure, a wholesale data center developer, owner and operator, announced the expansion of its data center campus in Mesa, AZ, located in the greater Phoenix area. Additionally, EdgeCore announced it has received the Green Building Initiative's Green Globes for Existing Buildings certification for its adoption of sustainable building best practices at … [More]
Two Leading Arizona Companies Open Stunning New $17M Dallas Headquarters
Creation, one of the country’s fastest-growing real estate development and alternative investment firms, and LGE Design Build, a premier design-build construction firm, announced today the opening of a new $17 million joint headquarters in the Dallas Design District as the two companies surpass the $1 billion mark in their shared Texas commercial real estate portfolio. Since … [More]
New Dynamic West Valley 320-Acre Commercial and Retail Destination Takes Shape
The Vistancia master-planned community’s 320-acre commercial and retail destination FIVE NORTH at VISTANCIA is taking shape as the first hot spot in the far North Peoria/West Valley area. Envisioned as the energetic heartbeat and high-quality lifestyle hub of the award-winning Vistancia community, FIVE NORTH at VISTANCIA’s plan includes a mix of unique, eclectic and … [More]
Law Group Launches Community Outreach Initiative
Rafi Law Group, Arizona’s premier personal injury law firm, is proud to announce the launch of Rafi’s Hope, a powerful, community-based outreach initiative. Rafi’s Hope was founded on the principle of helping others and giving back to the community. The initiative seeks to partner with local community members, organizations, and businesses to create powerful and meaningful … [More]
Aerospace Co. Opens New Offices in Phoenix
Blue Origin, a private space company, celebrated the grand opening of its new office in Phoenix, Arizona. The new 43,288-square-foot office will contribute to avionics, systems engineering, and supply chain management across Blue Origin’s programs. Blue Origin has already hired more than 100 people for its Phoenix office and expects to hire hundreds more. Blue Origin … [More]
