Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is gearing up to commemorate its 20th anniversary of expanding coal-fired, brick oven pizza outside of New York with celebrations that began this month at Arizona locations and will continue throughout 2023 in 11 states. On Feb. 14, 2003, Grimaldi’s Pizzeria opened its first location outside of New York at 4000 N. Scottsdale Road. The Old Town Scottsdale … [More]
SaaS Aircraft Records Platform Raises an Additional $2.2M Series A from Arizona Venture Firm
Bluetail, the leading modern SaaS aircraft records platform for private aviation, has announced that it closed an additional $2.2 million Series A investment. The round was led by AZ-VC, an Arizona-based venture capital fund that is uniquely focused on supporting emerging technology companies throughout the state. With its triple-digit growth in 2022, … [More]
SRP Solar for Nonprofits to Provide Solar Energy Systems to Two Valley Nonprofits
Two Valley nonprofit agencies, Native Health and Catholic Charities Community Services, have been selected to receive new solar energy systems as part of the SRP Solar for Nonprofits program. The donated solar systems will be built on top of parking lot structures, or "solar canopies," also donated by SRP Solar for Nonprofits. Native Health has provided accessible health … [More]
Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show to Return with Massive Economic Impact
The Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show has been a cornerstone of Arizona’s equestrian heritage since 1955. Since then, it has grown from 50 to 2,400 horses and is the world's most renowned Arabian horse event. It returns February 16th through the 26th at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Its tourism horsepower is substantial. An estimated 300,000 people a year attend the event which over … [More]
Scottsdale Airpark Report Indicates Demand Exceeding Supply for Space
Colliers in Arizona has released the annual Greater Scottsdale Airpark 2030 Report, indicating healthy conditions within the growing submarket. According to the report, demand for commercial space in the area is exceeding supply and development of new space is being handled at a healthy pace. “Many are speculating a future recession, but we are not overly concerned about … [More]
Residential Homebuilder Launches Title Division
Landsea Homes Corporation, a publicly traded residential homebuilder, announced today the launch of Landsea Title. “The launch of Landsea Title has long been in the works to complement our existing financial operations and offer our home buyers valuable title services,” said Mike Forsum, President and Chief Operating Officer of Landsea Homes. “Having our own title company … [More]
Enterprise Bank & Trust Celebrates 20 Years of Enterprise University with Robust Spring Course Lineup
Enterprise Bank & Trust has launched the spring semester of its business training course series, Enterprise University. The courses help professionals think strategically, better their business and build community. Business professionals anywhere in the country can register for live, virtual classes here. Established in 2003, Enterprise University set out to provide … [More]
California Builder Plans Two New Luxury Lease Communities in Litchfield Park and Goodyear
Family Development, one of the country’s premier homebuilders with a multitude of projects throughout the Southwest, has announced plans to build two new luxury lease communities in Arizona: Villas Litchfield Park and Villas Goodyear. Construction will commence in February with both projects expected to be completed in 2024. Villas Litchfield Park is being financed by Old … [More]
Phoenix-Based Cannabis Co. Plans Acquisition of Canada Cannabis Retail Franchisor
Item 9 Labs Corp., a vertically integrated U.S. cannabis dispensary franchisor and operator, has secured the necessary financing to complete the previously announced acquisition of Sessions Cannabis, one of Canada's largest cannabis retail franchisors. The total cash purchase price of the transaction is $12.8 million, which is being fully funded through an Acquisition Line of … [More]
Brooklyn Bedding Parent Co. Acquires Another Sleep Brand
3Z Brands, a vertically-integrated manufacturer, wholesaler, retailer, and direct-to-consumer distributor of award-winning sleep products, including Helix Sleep, Brooklyn Bedding, Birch, and Bear Mattress, announced the acquisition of Nolah Sleep. Founded in 2016, Nolah set forward to change the health and wellness of Americans through a focus on good sleep. The company … [More]
‘Getting Lost’ Takes on New Meaning for Scottsdale-Based Marketing Agency
The James Agency, Scottsdale’s women-led, insights-first marketing agency, wants clients to “get lost.” The agency, which specializes in strategic development, paid media, creative, web development, public relations and social media, is expanding its business model in 2023. The move comes with its own brand — “Stratagem” — TJA’s identification for the realignment of its … [More]
Arizona Women-Led Career Initiative Debuts Mobile Building Space
Girls Can Build, an Arizona women-led initiative to give young women opportunities in construction, engineering and design, is celebrating its first anniversary with a milestone: The purchase of a vehicle for its Mobile Building Space. In celebration, Girls Can Build will reveal a preview of the traveling box truck at an event at one of Arizona’s longest-running jewelry … [More]
Chandler-Gilbert Community College Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) was founded in 1985 to serve the higher education needs of the Southeast Valley. In 1992, CGCC was accredited as an independent college by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Today, with four locations and an average of 19,000 students every year, Chandler-Gilbert Community College is a fast-growing member … [More]
Arizona Tequila Company Adds Texas to Its Expansion
Arizona-based Tequila Corrido is excited to announce the continued expansion of its agave spirit footprint. The additive-free tequila recently launched its Blanco, Reposado and Añejo throughout the state of Texas. “Each market we expand to is an exciting opportunity for us to continue to share the story, history and authentic taste of Tequila Corrido,” said President and … [More]
Acquisition Expands Garage Door Service’s Presence in Greater Phoenix Metro and Northern Arizona
A1 Garage Door Service, an established national leader in the garage door service and sales industry, announced today the acquisition of Legends Garage Door in the greater Phoenix metro area and northern Arizona. Effective immediately, Legends Garage Door will begin operating as A1 Garage Door Service and will continue to successfully serve the communities in the east and west … [More]
Fitness Chain Expanding with Tailored Workout, Opens Second Gym in Surprise
Recognizing overall health and wellness stems from more than just exercise, EoS Fitness is offering the community of Surprise, Arizona an innovative new comprehensive fitness experience. The newest EoS Fitness, located at 13644 N Litchfield Road, is the second to open in Surprise and the company’s 27th location in Arizona. EoS has something for everyone no matter the stage … [More]
City of Phoenix Names New Planning and Development Department Director
Planning and Development Department Assistant Director Joshua Bednarek will now lead the department as its new Director. Bednarek has been with the City for more than 20 years, 15 of those years with the Planning and Development Department. “I am honored to serve as Director of the Planning and Development Department for the City of Phoenix," said Bednarek. “I am excited to … [More]
Today Is the Voter Registration Deadline for the March City of Phoenix Runoff Election
The City of Phoenix will conduct a Runoff Election on March 14, 2023, in which city voters in Districts 6 and 8 will elect a Council Member. The candidate with the highest number of votes cast for each office in the Runoff Election will be elected and take office for a four-year term beginning April 17, 2023. The Voter Registration Deadline for this election is today, Monday, … [More]
