CrossFirst Bankshares, Inc. and Canyon Bancorporation, Inc. announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which CrossFirst and Canyon will consummate a business combination transaction resulting in the mergers of Canyon with and into CrossFirst and Canyon’s bank subsidiary, Canyon Community Bank, N.A., merging with and into CrossFirst’s bank … [More]
Veterinary Emergency Co. Opens Pet ER on Camelback Road
Veterinary Emergency Group, the world’s veterinary emergency company that helps people and their pets when they need it most, is excited to announce the opening of its newest hospital at 2196 E Camelback Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85016 on May 9 at 12:00 pm. This will be VEG’s 43rd location nationwide and its second location within Arizona. “As soon as a pet parent walks into VEG … [More]
Polestar Unveils the Polestar 4 Electric SUV Coupe
Polestar introduces Polestar 4, an electric performance SUV coupe and the second SUV in the brand’s lineup. Design cues first seen on Polestar’s concept cars are brought to production in the fastest Polestar production car to date. Polestar 4 is positioned between Polestar 2 and Polestar 3 in terms of size and price. Jason Church, COO of Courtesy Automotive Group, which owns … [More]
Woman-Owned Business Experiences Rapid Growth and Expansion across the U.S.
Garden Goddess Ferments, a woman-owned fermented foods company based in Phoenix, is experiencing continued growth and success. Founded by Suzette Smith, the company specializes in producing high-quality beet kvass and three unique sauerkraut flavors, allowing it to carve out a strong presence in the fermented foods market. Since its inception in 2015 with just $40,000 in sales, … [More]
Credit Union Partners to Better Serve Arizona’s Black and African-American Communities
OneAZ Credit Union remains committed to its mission to improve the lives of all Arizonans. To better support and engage with the African-American and Black community, OneAZ Credit Union has partnered with KAHARRIS & CO. LLC, a consulting firm that helps organizations integrate with communities and develop impactful relationships. Kristen Harris, the founder of KAHARRIS … [More]
Restaurant from Southern Italy Makes Arizona Debut with Newly Opened Location in Scottsdale
A piece of Italy has arrived in the heart of Scottdale, with Fratelli La Bufala proudly making the Arizona debut of its second US location, now open at The Grove near Hayden Road and McCormick Parkway in Scottsdale. Fratelli La Bufala, hailing from Southern Italy in Campania, learned the art of producing their most delicious DOP Mozzarella di Bufala from their Father and have … [More]
True Food Kitchen to Open First Takeout-Only Location in Tempe
True Food Kitchen, the award-winning, wellness-focused, seasonally-driven restaurant brand, announced today it will open its first-ever takeout-only location, True Food To Go, this summer in Tempe. Located on South Mill Avenue, south of University Drive, True Food To Go will further the restaurant’s mission to bring communities better-for-you food and beverage options in an … [More]
Phoenix-Based Apparel Co. Introduces Sustainable, Protective Swim and Active Wear
With a mantra to ‘find your sun’, the newest eco-friendly sun wear clothing brand, Somewhere Sunny, is bringing the latest in sustainably produced and comfort-forward apparel to the sun-seeker in all of us. A primary goal of founder and entrepreneur Shea Beck is to reduce the overall environmental footprint by limiting fabric waste and using recycled and renewable materials and … [More]
Nextiva Acquires AI Co. to Transform How Businesses Deliver Support Across Online Channels
Nextiva, the leading conversation platform, today announced its acquisition of Simplify360, an AI customer experience platform based in India. Simplify360 uses AI and automation to enable 5,000+ global businesses to seamlessly deliver world class customer support across multiple channels, including email, live chat, social media, online reviews and e-commerce. Some of … [More]
Dips in March Home Sales and Prices Point to Stronger Potential Ahead, Says Report
News that Maricopa County led the nation in population growth last year bolstered Phoenix REALTORS expectations for solid sales through the rest of 2023. March residential real estate numbers are showing stable and slight upswing potential, according to a recent report from Phoenix REALTORS. “We’re in a unique situation in Maricopa County. Nearly 200 people daily are moving … [More]
Utah-Based Private Aviation Co. Launches at Scottsdale Airport
SkyShare, a full-service private aviation company, announces its official launch in Scottsdale, bringing the most cost-effective, approachable, and transformational on-demand luxury air travel to the Valley. The company was first founded in a single office in 2009 in Ogden, Utah as CB Aviation, then added fractional and charter operations in 2018. Since then, SkyShare quickly … [More]
A New Destination for Live Jazz, Wood-Fired Tapas and Handcrafted Cocktails Opens Downtown
Pa'La Downtown is proud to announce the opening of their new lounge, The Lounge at Pa'La, on Wednesday, April 19th, from 5 pm to 9 pm. The lounge will feature a live jazz band and complimentary Japanese and Mediterranean-inspired wood-fired tapas and drinks, showcasing the unique style of cooking by Chef Jason Alford. The Lounge at Pa'La is designed by restaurant designer … [More]
Sam Fox’s Pizza and Rotisserie Chicken Restaurant Prepares to Take Flight in North Central Phoenix
After launching the first-ever Doughbird in Arcadia in 2016, Sam Fox is ready to roll out a second Phoenix location of this popular spot in fall 2023, but this time with an expanded menu and an even bigger and better bar program. Doughbird will open its third location in Tucson in May, only a few months after a rockstar opening in Nashville. And now, Doughbird is ready to … [More]
CRE Co. Is Empowering Others with Series of Panel Discussions
Evolve Ventures, a commercial real estate firm founded by two industry leaders, hosted an April 13 panel discussion, Modern Networking: Using Your Personal Interests to Build Relationships and Seal Deals. Evolve Ventures’ managing principals, Amy Malloy and Heather Personne, have focused on thinking, acting and transacting differently since founding their firm four years … [More]
Third-Party Logistics Providers Lead the Way in Big-Box Warehouse Leasing Activity in Phoenix
The Phoenix metro is one of the fastest-growing industrial markets in North America due to increasing demand for big-box (200,000 sq. ft. or larger) warehouse space, according to a new report from CBRE. With a growth rate of 14.3% in 2022, Phoenix ranks as the top growth market in North America. The Valley’s industrial market continues to be driven by a diverse set of … [More]
New McCormick Ranch Eatery Set to Open
A new neighborhood restaurant and market is coming soon to McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale. Amelia’s by EAT is set to open its doors early June, serving local and organically sourced menu offerings, scratch made cocktails, wine, bakery items, coffee and artisan market goods. Amelia’s by EAT, named for founder Stacey Weber’s grandmother, promises to be an extension of all that … [More]
Mayo Clinic Breaks Convention to Usher in Future of Innovation with New Ad Campaign
Mayo Clinic launched its latest advertising campaign, inspired by the innovation, technology and patient-centric care that has secured its standing as the No. 1 hospital in the nation for the past seven years, according to U.S. News & World Report. "With this new campaign, we aim to reinforce that transformation isn't just a vision at Mayo Clinic, it's what we're doing … [More]
New York-Based Tech-Enabled Real Estate Co. Expands to Arizona, Welcomes Local Brokerage
Compass, Inc., a leading tech-enabled real estate brokerage, announced today that Launch Real Estate has joined the firm. Launch is an independent and agent-owned full-service brokerage based in Scottsdale, AZ, where it is #1 producing independent office in Scottsdale with just over 300 agents. "We are excited to welcome Launch to the Compass family as we continue to grow … [More]
