Local breakfast favorite Over Easy is kicking off the new year with continued expansion across the Valley. The award-winning concept announced today the opening timeline for three new locations in 2025, building on the success of its Peoria, Tempe, and Queen Creek openings last year. “We are incredibly excited to continue our growth and bring the Over Easy experience to even … [More]
Two New Industrial Buildings in Mesa Are First for Developer in the Arizona Region
Outrigger Industrial has completed two class A industrial buildings totaling more than 400,000 square feet in Mesa, Arizona. The new development, Centris Industrial at Mesa, is located at the cross streets of 80th Street and Pecos Road. The building located at 8147 East Pecos Road is comprised of 96,882 square feet, of which 44,000 square feet has been recently leased. The … [More]
Phoenix and Valley Metro Extending Small Business Financial Assistance Program
The Small Business Financial Assistance Program (SBFAP) has been extended through March 31, 2025, providing eligible businesses along the South Central Extension/Downtown Hub light rail route to apply for up to $9,000 in grant funding. New applicants and those who received funding previously are encouraged to apply. Eligible businesses must: Be located on the South … [More]
Arizona State University-Owned University Gateway Building Completed
Construction recently completed on the $78 million, five-level University Gateway Building at Arizona State University (ASU), a 128,000-square-foot building that wraps around the Mill Avenue Parking Structure in Tempe, Ariz. The parking structure, which was completed in late 2023, and the University’s new building are located east of Mill Avenue between 9th and 10th … [More]
Gulfstream Customer Support Opens New Service Center in Mesa
Facility adds jobs and enhanced fleet support in Arizona
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced the official opening of its newest Customer Support service center at Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa, Arizona. To mark the occasion, state and local dignitaries, community partners, and Gulfstream leaders and employees gathered for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to formally welcome customers to the new Mesa Service Center. Gulfstream … [More]
Celebrity Chef and Restaurateur Opens Tiki Taka in Scottsdale
Tiki Taka, the latest restaurant from acclaimed chef and restaurateur Richard Blais, opens in Scottsdale at the newly remodeled Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort. This is the James Beard Award-nominated cookbook author and TV personality's newest restaurant in Arizona, where he showcases shared plates highlighting flavors from Japanese and Spanish cultures, while incorporating … [More]
Big Surf Site to Become Class A Industrial, Breaks Ground on Construction
Developer Overton Moore Properties, along with its partner, Invesco Real Estate, have started construction on Nextwave Tempe. The project consists of three Class A industrial buildings totaling 689,000 sq. ft. on 35.5 acres at the former site of the Big Surf Waterpark in northeast Tempe at 1500 North McClintock Drive. CBRE's John Werstler, Cooper Fratt and Tanner Ferrandi … [More]
Chandler Four-Building Class A Industrial Park Sells for $83M
The $83 million sale of Akimel Gateway in Chandler to EastGroup Properties, Inc. is complete. CBRE National Partners’ Rusty Kennedy and Joe Cesta, along with Cooper Fratt, John Werstler, Tanner Ferrandi and Mike Parker, represented Trammel Crow Company and CBRE IM in the deal. “Akimel Gateway presents a compelling investment opportunity for EastGroup, featuring impeccably … [More]
Local Food Bank Refreshes Brand Identity
United Food Bank, a Mesa-based food bank that serves those impacted by food insecurity in the East Valley and eastern Arizona, is excited to start 2025 with a refreshed brand identity. Thanks to a generous grant from the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, this new branding will help highlight the growth of United Food Bank as it continues to expand its reach, grow its funding … [More]
All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Restaurant Opens 7th Arizona Location, Unveiling a Modern Redesign
Lin’s Grand Buffet, the all-you-can-eat dining destination known for its family-friendly atmosphere and commitment to quality, announced the grand opening of its 17th location in the Southwest. Situated at 10021 N Metro Pkwy E in Phoenix, this new restaurant represents a significant milestone for the brand, unveiling a modern redesign that reflects the evolving tastes of its … [More]
$15M Investment Brings Banner Boswell Medical Center Advanced Radiology Suite
A transformative endoscopy and interventional radiology suite has officially opened at Banner Boswell Medical Center. This wing is equipped with the most advanced technology for complex biopsies, therapies and endoscopies, thanks to a $15 million investment funded in part by Sun Health, a philanthropic partner of Banner Boswell and Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center. The Banner … [More]
Phoenix-Based Conversational AI Co. Expands Collaboration to 109 Jiffy Lube Locations Nationally, Revolutionizing Customer Experience
Revmo AI, a leading Phoenix-based conversational AI company, announced the expansion of its collaboration with Stonebriar Auto Services, LLC, a prominent Jiffy Lube franchisee, now encompassing 109 locations across the U.S. This milestone highlights a shared commitment to leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to enhance customer interactions and operational … [More]
Favorable Economic Impact Study Reveals Marketing Agency’s Strong Client ROI
Televerde, a global agency supporting marketing, sales, and customer success for B2B businesses worldwide, announced the findings of a commissioned Total Economic Impact™ (TEI) study conducted by Forrester Consulting on behalf of the company. The study reveals that a composite organization representative of interviewed clients partnering with Televerde achieved a 71% return on … [More]
New ASU Graduate Business Degree Options Meet Emerging Market Needs
Following the successful launch of the nation's first graduate program in artificial intelligence in business, the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is adding to and enhancing its graduate business program offerings to meet student needs and new business demands. This fall, two new programs — a master's degree in economics and an online master's degree … [More]
Arizona Launch Brings Mobile Device Purchases of Lottery Tickets and Scratchers
Jackpot.com, the website and app that allows lottery players to safely and securely order official state lottery tickets and Scratchers from their mobile phones, desktops and tablets, announced the launch of its services in Arizona. With this latest offering, Arizonians can now purchase and play their favorite lottery games from anywhere. Lottery players in Arizona can now … [More]
Hospitality Investment Firm Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Scottsdale Resort
LionGrove, a leading hospitality investment firm, announces the purchase of ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection, an idyllic resort nestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. "The acquisition of ADERO Scottsdale marks an exciting milestone in LionGrove's dedication to building a portfolio of distinctive hospitality properties that create memorable and … [More]
2 Myths That Can Suffocate Nonprofits
Many nonprofits fail to achieve the lofty goals they seek to achieve. But did you know the root of many nonprofit failures are two myths which permeate and suffocate the sector? What are these myths, and how can nonprofits clear the air, scale, and succeed? I have ,” who can talk about two myths that suffocate the nonprofit sector: “The myth of uniqueness and the overhead … [More]
Housing Affordability Didn’t Worsen in 2024—The First Time in Four Years That Has Happened
A household making the $83,782 median U.S. income in 2024 would’ve had to spend 41.8% of their earnings on monthly housing costs if they bought the $429,734 median-priced U.S. home, according to a new report from Redfin (redfin.com), the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s a slight improvement from 42.2% in 2023, but is considerably less affordable than the typical … [More]
