In 2024, Arizona Financial Credit Union made a significant community impact by donating over 920 refurbished laptops and PCs to local nonprofits and the credit union’s employees. These donations not only support the missions of the chosen nonprofit organizations but also contribute to reducing electronic waste, showcasing the credit union’s dedication to sustainability and … [More]
Scottsdale Recovery Center Opens New C.A.R.E Academy
Scottsdale Recovery Center announced the recent licensing of its C.A.R.E academy program, a new initiative dedicated to supporting holistic health and advancing health equity through community-centered resources. C.A.R.E. Academy stands for Community, Accessibility, Resources, and Education, and offers a comprehensive set of services designed to address social determinants of … [More]
Partnership Brings New Dual-Branded Hotel to CityNorth Master Plan
LaPour Partners and Holualoa Companies closed on the land and secured planning approval for a new dual-branded AC Hotel by Marriott and Element by Westin. The 8-story development will feature 240 guest rooms with 5,700 square feet of flexible indoor-outdoor meeting space. The AC Hotel by Marriott will offer 142 guest rooms, and Element by Westin will offer an additional 98 … [More]
Utah Extended-Stay Hotel Brand Expands into Phoenix Market
LivAway Suites and West77 Partners have announced the groundbreaking of a new extended-stay hotel in Tolleson, Arizona, marking the first step in an ambitious expansion plan for the Phoenix metropolitan area. This development is part of a broader strategy to introduce multiple locations across the market, further establishing LivAway Suites as one of the fastest-growing brands … [More]
Longtime Mexican Food Favorite Opening New Tempe Location
Macayo’s Mexican Food, the longtime traditional Mexican food brand with multiple locations around the valley, has announced it will open its new Tempe location in mid-February as the lease on its current location comes to a close. Located in the Cornerstone shopping center at 715 S. Rural Rd., this location is closer to the ASU Tempe Campus, making it even easier and more … [More]
AI-Driven Consulting Firm Launches, Identifying Opportunity for Businesses
KeenStack, the professional services consulting firm that helps companies unlock the full potential of ServiceNow, announces its official launch. With extensive operational and technological knowledge, the KeenStack team offers comprehensive solutions and services designed to help companies extract maximum value from the ServiceNow platform and drive measurable results. The … [More]
Phoenix-Based Bank to Donate $100,000 to American Red Cross to Support Communities Impacted by Southern California Wildfires
Commits $1 Billion in Loan Capacity to Help Small Businesses and Homeowners Rebuild in Impacted Areas
Western Alliance Bank announced it is donating $100,000 to the American Red Cross to help support people and communities impacted by the devastating Southern California wildfires. This donation comprises funds from the Western Alliance Community Foundation, the charitable arm of Western Alliance Bank, as well as employee contributions, which the Bank is matching. Western … [More]
Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction to Kick Off 2025 Event Jan. 17
LOT #1406 – 1956 MERCEDES-BENZ 300SL GULLWING COUPE – NO RESERVE Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is ready to kick off 2025 with an unprecedented event featuring the world’s most coveted collectible vehicles and headlined by Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar performing during this year’s pre-auction “Rock The Block” concert. Renowned for … [More]
Avnet Insights Survey: Is There Endless Opportunity for AI in Product Design?
Annual survey finds engineers are unsure of where AI will make the most impact – because they see its potential everywhere
Engineers are looking at the opportunity for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in product development with cautious optimism as many are still assessing in which areas of their work AI will have the greatest impact. This is according to Avnet’s fourth annual Avnet Insights survey, which has been keeping a pulse on how engineers are responding to the market – and looking ahead – … [More]
Developer Closes on 800+ New Affordable Housing Units in Surprise and Maricopa, Addressing Arizona’s Housing Shortage
Dominium, a leading national affordable housing owner, developer and manager, recently closed on deals to acquire land for three new housing projects, providing more than 800 units in Surprise and Maricopa. In Surprise, Arterra will offer 388 affordable apartments for families and will include a clubhouse, fitness center, pool, and a playground. Orchard Springs, also in … [More]
Local Breakfast Concept Accelerates Growth Opening 3 New Locations
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]
